The hierarchy of angling bodies in the UK is complex and there are hundreds of organisations sharing the common goal of protecting our fisheries and of promoting all facets of angling. However there is no central independent online resource where information is pooled and where constructive discussion can take place especially at a local or even a regional level.
FishActive.com is designed to resolve that situation. Read More
With the ability to receive the IGFA newsletter and check out the record book online, the FREE IGFA e-membership for a year is a good deal for those interested in keeping up to date with record catches worldwide. From knot tutorials and rig guides to step-by-step instructions for designing your set up to comply with IGFA rules, members look forward to new tips in their inboxes and on the website. Read More
Tackle Trade World are reporting the departure of Hardy Greys MD, Richard Sanderson, with others to follow, at the Alnwick-based branch of the company. Read More
USA saltwater fly fishing pioneer and casting legend Lefty Kreh has been recognised for his lifetime of contributions by his home state with a fishing trail named in his honour. Read More
European Fly Fishing brand Loop Tackle Design and Goldcup AB announce that Goldcup has acquired a 75% equity ownership in Loop helping to secure its future as one of Europe's most well loved brands of fly fishing tackle and destination fishing adventures. Read More
The Marble Trout (salmo trutta marmoratus) is considered one of the largest stream-dwelling trout in the world! The largest specimen ever recorded weighed 25kg. My friend, the famous local guide Branko Gasparin caught a 21kg specimen with a nymph in the deep blue Idrijca river, one of the jewels of Slovenia along with the majestic Soca! Read More
Well known fly fishing apparel and luggage manufacturer Simms based in Bozeman, Montana have launched a brand new blog called "The Wading Room". Read More
Nice new video from the guys at Leland Fly Fishing Outfitters taken from their trip down the famous Pesca Maya Lodge in Mexico's stunning Ascension Bay. There's a 2 for 1 last-minute offer now on for October right now! Read More
NASF/Reddvillaksen.no had its annual auction to raise money for wild salmon conservation in Oslo (27th Oct). The auction raised a fantastic 800,000 NOK to the foundation, which is a new record! Read More
One of the UK’s leading fishing tackle manufacturers, Hardy & Greys, is planning to restructure its HQ organization to reduce costs and increase profitability. This includes the departure of MD Richard Sanderson.
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Angler-adventurer Jeremy Wade tackles the biggest and most dangerous creatures of his 40 year extreme fishing career, in the third series of ITV hit River Monsters, starting on 3 January 2012. Read More
A new fundraising brochure is now available for those interested in helping the River Dee Trust which contains some truly wonderful salmon and trout fishing opportuities and more. Read More
If your pockets run deep and your passion for fishing high, forget the well-known names in the world of fishing eyewear like Costa Del Mar and Smith Optics - what you need is a £26,000 pair of sunglasses from Bentley! Read More
The Russian Government and the EU Fisheries Commission back NASF‘s campaign to curb Norwegian salmon netting. Since 1994 the North Atlantic Salmon Fund (NASF) and its international partners have campaigned to close the Norwegian commercial salmon fishery in Finnmark Read More
Encouraging overseas residents to bid for some great auction items, we have a short version of the Norway NASF auction catalogue. Read More
Conway Bowman, Southern California's shark whisperer extraordinaire shares with us a trailer for his new DVD due out in January 2012 showcasing the spectacle that is catch and release fly fishing for mako sharks. Read More
Andy Mill and publisher Tom Pero of Wild River Press presented Bonefish & Tarpon Trust with a check for $18,000 from the sale of Mill’s award-winning book “A Passion for Tarpon" recently. Read More
Jim Haughey, chairman of the North Atlantic Salmon Fund in Northern Ireland, has been appointed MBE in the UK’s New Year’s Honours List. Read More
Reddvillaksen.no (the Norweigan branch of the North Atlantic Salmon Fund) supports Don Staniford in his trial against Mainstream (Cermac) where he stands accused of defamation with USD10k in financial aid. Read More
This year’s Atlantic Salmon Trust Fishing & Country Sports Auction has many delectable lots. One of the most attractive must be the opportunity to fish with Gareth Edwards at Murthly on the River Tay on 10th & 11th August.
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Simms Fishing Products dealers were informed this week about the company's decision to make substantial changes to its distribution plans. Most notably, starting in August, consumers will be able to purchase Simms gear through www.simmsfishing.com. The company also says it will forbid dealers to sell current products on or through Amazon and eBay. Read More