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Jun 17, 2024
The beginning of a movement for change on our rivers: The UK River Summit 2024
“The doors may have closed on The UK River Summit 2024, but the conversations that have begun as a result of this eve...
Jun 13, 2024
Fly Fishing at Night
Guest post by veteran Orvis Saltwater Fly Fishing Festival guide and author, Colin Macleod.
Fishing in darkness is a ...
Jun 10, 2024
The Top Fly Fishing Destinations in Europe
Fly fishing is more than a sport; it's a lifestyle. For those seeking the thrill of catching a trout or salmon, or th...
Jun 6, 2024
The Psychology of Fly Fishing: Mental Health Benefits
Fly fishing, an ancient and refined method of angling, is more than just a sport or hobby. It's a gateway to unparall...
May 27, 2024
Colin’s Cuban Report
Guest post by veteran Orvis Saltwater Fly Fishing Festival guide and author, Colin Macleod, telling us about his recent adventure to Cuba - home of the huge Cuban bonefish, barracuda, tarpon and more.
May 23, 2024
The Evolution of Fly Reels: From Simple to Sophisticated
Fly fishing is an art form, blending the serene beauty of nature with the nuanced technique of casting. Integral to t...
May 20, 2024
A united protest amidst the ongoing sewage crisis
The Kennet catchment, home to globally rare chalk streams including The Kennet, The Lambourn, and neighbouring river Pang catchment, is currently facing an environmental emergency. A growing crisis looms over the rivers, towns, and villages of the region as it suffers an escalating sewage catastrophe.
May 17, 2024
Guiding a Guide: A Scottish Adventure
Orvis Endorsed Guide, Scott Rutherford, tells us about his recent experience of taking fellow guide Michael Rescorle out on the Rivers Don and Dee.
May 15, 2024
Fly Fishing in Small Streams: The Ultimate Guide
Fly fishing in small streams presents a unique set of challenges and rewards, offering a more intimate and serene exp...
May 13, 2024
A Day on the Beat
Read about what we got up to when we invited friends of Orvis to spend a day on our Kimbridge beat with us.
May 9, 2024
The Art of Stealth: Approaching Fish Without Being Detected
In the serene world of fly fishing, where the rhythm of nature meets the passion of the angler, the art of approachin...
May 6, 2024
Communication and collaboration: The key to environmental solutions
Following the success of the first two River Festivals in France and the inaugural UK River Summit last year, which took place on our Ginger Beer beat of the River Test, The UK River Summit & Festival has gained an enormous sense of support on a national level and is now set to take place on another beloved chalkstream, The River Wandle.