Guidance And Tips For Amateur Fishers On How To Catch Salmon Whilst Fishing

In the UK there are numerous locations for fishing, some of the best salmon fishing locations being right on your doorstep.


Of course Scotland is acclaimed as one of the most prominent salmon fishing areas, but regions like Devon, the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales are very popular too.


Once you get to the idyllic location, how do you begin? Fishing for salmon is a lot different than regular fishing. The team from Ocean Tackle Store have provided expert advice to make the most of your salmon fishing experience.


First of all, the location for salmon fishing is vital. Of course we already know that some areas in Great Britain are a lot better than the rest, Scotland has the highest Salmon populated rivers and lakes and oceans. Its best to use a fishery that is active in the preservation of the Salmon population. These fisheries will normally have RSPCA consent and all the fish will be healthy on a sustainable diet, ensuring they are happy salmon.


The time of year can also have an impact on how successful you are fishing, with spring and autumn being more approved times of the year. Also the best times of the day are during conditions of low light on cloudy days. Bright and sunny weather will encourage the salmon to hide and gather deep in the holes of the river. Of course if you can find one of these holes with a great amount of salmon inside you can fish there all day long!


Fishing with a friend is always advised as you can work as a team. Whilst one of you fishes the other can help find salmon, or climb onto a riverbank and observe the behaviour of the fish, locating precisely where they are. Of course when you have located the salmon stay still and calm, salmon can get frightened very easily and will escape, so always be patient. When you feel a tug reel it in slowly and carefully.


Undoubtedly having the right fishing tackle always helps and it differs from region to region, angler to angler. Always make sure your rod is strong and capable, there is nothing as bad as letting a huge salmon escape just because your equipment wasn't up to the job. Salmon fishing of course is always made a lot easier by using the appropriate equipment, so always ask for advice from the staff at the individual fisheries.


You will need fly-fishing equipment and lines, with an amplitude of flies and a range of bait. You will also require waders for the deep water found in most rivers if you want to reach the prime spots. Additionally a landing net is key as this will greatly reduce your chances of losing the salmon whilst reeling it into shore. Lastly make sure that you have a permit to fish in the river or sea or you could face legal prosecution.


Salmon are the more difficult of fish species to catch so its always best to practice your technique before you go to a salmon fishery. Of course using the right equipment always helps and can assist with that important catch of the day.