To get sponsorship as a trout fisherman. Requires a high profile in the local community, and skilled at both fishing and self-promotion. Increase your profile Industry representatives have approached me several times. They were offering sponsorship for using and promoting their products. These companies approached me because I had a large online profile. I was…
Many people see fly fishing as an elitist sport, popularized by the British nobility who drive their latest model land-rovers to their private chalk streams. This extravagant cost is far from reality even in England and certainly not in America. The belief fly fishing is expensive is a common misconception. While it is certainly possible…
Is it possible to catch trout in London? In this article, I will answer exactly that. Trout can be caught without leaving London. The River Wandle in the Southwest offers the best sight fishing for wild brown trout in the city. While several stock ponds also provide fishing for various species of trout. It might…
As the sun sinks behind the horizon, the only ripple on the vast river flat was some distant fish raising. I stalked my way upriver, restricted to the narrowest margin between tall river reeds and the deeply shelving river. The river bed quickly drops away to chest deep. Maybe more, I did not check. I…
Every autumn sea run brown trout enter large rivers and estuaries. My local rivers are blessed with sizeable runs of sea run brown trout. Every spring they chase baitfish into the estuaries and the lower pools of the rivers. They are hungry and trying to recover condition lost over the harsh winter months. In the…
The moon’s influence on trout fishing often gets brought up in conversations between fishermen. Trout fishermen are no exception, although they are less concerned about it than sea fishermen. When I head out the door to go fishing, I never take the phase of the moon into consideration. If I have the time available, and…
Heading away on a trout fishing holiday, or want to get in a little trout fishing while traveling? This guide looks at ways to help improve your trout fishing success. Sleep close to the fishing When heading away for a fishing weekend or longer trip, make sure you stay as close to your fishing area…
Every since damaging my last feature phone on a canoe trip, I have been a big advocate for waterproof phones. The peace of mind, and increased ease of use while fishing them a worthwhile investment. When buying a waterproof smartphone I advise getting one with IPx6 or better rating. These phones are certified to survive…
Catching holdover trout in a stock pond or lake can be challenging. They have had time to acclimatize to the local conditions. At the start of the new season, the biggest trout are often holdovers. But, the recently stocked trout normally greatly outnumber them and are more aggressive feeders than the resident fish. They always…
There is something special about landing a big trout. The dream and motivation for many trout fishermen is to land that trout of a lifetime. The one worthy of mounting on the wall above the fireplace, and bragging about at the pub after a few beers. In this guide, I will share many hints, tips,…
