With more than two centuries of history behind it and still evolving, the development of the classic salmon fly is fascinating. Michael Radencich traces the history of the classic salmon fly, through literature and lithography. The beautiful, hand-coloured plates illustrating the classic salmon fly are a treat, but what are…
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Salmon flies and fly-tying
Megan Boyd became famous in her lifetime as a tyer of the most beautiful and effective salmon flies. She died at a nursing home in Golspie in 2001 but was born again recently in the film Kiss the Water, a documentary about her life and the bewitching flies she tied…
RISE Fly Fishing Film Festival 2014
A true celebration of fly fishing, RISE is in it’s 8th year and brings gripping footage from Australia, New Zealand, Iceland, Costa Rica, Argentina, Tahiti, USA and Bolivia to screens across Europe in high definition. The Courthouse Hotel cinema in London will host the festival on Wednesday 14th May. Find…
Video: How to catch a salmon
The Field shows you the best casting technique so you can catch your salmon
Recipe: Poached Salmon with Soft-boiled Hen’s Egg, Rainbow Chard Salad and Lemon Balm Mayonnaise
Make the most of your salmon, whether caught or bought with this fresh and simple recipe
Maple-glazed hot-smoked salmon
Enjoy your salmon Canadian style, hot-smoked with a maple syrup glaze. If you are not lucky enough to catch your own there is very good organic farmed fish available.
Fishing for sea-trout and salmon in Dumfries and Galloway
Financially sensible fishing in Dumfries and Galloway. Break your journey north for some accessible fishing
Great salmon fishing in the UK
Salmon fishing and the odds of landing a springer have improved dramatically in the last decade. Some of the best salmon fishing is now on our doorstep.
Haaf Netting Salmon on the Nith
Haaf-netting dates back to the Vikings, who waded into shallow estuaries to catch fish. The experience can be still be had via a sporting auction
Ceviche of salmon
Ceviche of salmon is delightful eaten at a picnic