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Quick Tips from The Salmon & Trout Association

Salmon & Trout Association
July 10 2009

 

 

 

 

 

Whether fishing from a boat or a bank, take care you don’t leave lines and leaders behind.  They can be a danger to wildlife - as well as an eyesore!

The money from your rod licence is re-invested by the EA in caring for the waters you fish.  Always ensure you have one!

Always wear glasses when you fish to protect your eyes:  many anglers have lost their sight or had their eyes permanently damaged by mis-cast flies.

It’s a good idea to have an extra bottle of fresh water handy and a tube of sunscreen when fishing during hot summer months.

Bank etiquette ensures you and other anglers on the same stretch or beat enjoy the day.  Don’t hog a “hot spot” all afternoon;  wait until an angler has cast his line before passing -  and always pass behind him.

Are your car keys safe?  The last thing you want is for them to fall out of your pocket and into the water as you lean over to net your fish!  Make sure they are secure – a zipped pocket is ideal.

Dry fly only?  Or is nymphing allowed?  Different waters have different rules - be sure you know them before you fish.

Anglers are our waterways’ eyes and ears.   Please always report anything untoward that you see – such as antisocial behaviour  or farm animals churning the river bank.

AMI - the Anglers’ Monitoring Initiative - runs courses on how to monitor the flylife on your river.  Interested?  
More information: www.riverflies.org.