Using science to lower the barriers to entry and enjoyment of fly fishing
Being in lock-down during the COVID-19 pandemic provides an opportunity to explore other aspects of our hobby/obsession. I have always fancied drawing and painting our quarry and envy those lucky enough to possess the gift and skill set to do … Continued
With being locked up during the COVID-19 pandemic provides an opportunity to explore other aspects of our hobby/obsession. I came across these videos the other day and thought I would share them as they are quite amazing and well worth … Continued
I was going to fish in 2020 like I haven’t fished in years, the plan was laid out and it was a good one. The emergence and spread of COVID19 was gaining pace and it was apparent by February that … Continued
The Wild Trout Trust have just uploaded a new series of videos to their YouTube account of wild brown trout, sea trout, ferox and salmon. They will give you a lift during the current inclement weather as we wait for … Continued
A short meditation video of 3-spined sticklebacks (Gasterosteus aculeatus) feeding in the outlet stream of Llyn Frongoch. Tight Lines Greg Credit for featured image
 I attended the Severn Rivers Trust showing of Artifishal by Patagonia held at the Walker Theatre in the heart of Shrewsbury on Thursday night. If you do anything this weekend you should watch this absolutely amazing movie. Prepare to … Continued
I bought the kindle version of Vintage Fishing Rod Restoration by Paul Duffield as I plan to restore an old split cane fly rod that I was given by my father. The book is a step by step illustrated guide … Continued
I was given the book for Christmas as I have enjoyed the TV series. The book is a distillation of many of the themes in the TV series and an easy read. It makes a good gift but not sure … Continued
Every Easter the kids and I spend a day scouring book stores (new and old) looking for books that take our interest. One of our favourite bookstores is Ystwyth Books in Aberystwyth where we spend many hours and come away … Continued
