Skagit lines were originally developed by the steelhead rats of the Pacific north West to get flies in front of fish regardless of environment. These short high power heads have the ability to make a …
The famous Jock Scott Salmon fly
John (Jock) Scott, born Branxfolmes, Rocburgshire in 1817, created this enduring pattern in 1850. The Jock Scott is one of the butterfly patterns of the Victorian era and it is considered a masterpiece in harmony …
CHOOSING A SPEY LINE
There is a mind-boggling array of fly lines on the market – all with different names; “Spey”, “Skagit”, “Scandinavian” – However let us try to keep it simple, and start here. TAPER A good rule …
Grand Varzuga – One of the last hidden pearls on Kola
The Varzuga river is one of the most famous Atlantic Salmon rivers in the world and is well known for its “unrealistic” fishing. These fish are extremely aggressive taking swung flies on or near the …
A Salmon Junky Values and vision
Almost Twenty years has passed since my first fly-fishing trip into the wilderness of the former Soviet Union, and the first exploratory trips can in some ways be classified as “trips across the river for …
FISHING IN UMBA IN AUGUST
I had the good fortune to manage the camp in Umba during the last week of August 2010 and further on. That was something! Now, some of you may have the preconception that August is …
The Pools of Krivetz and Umba River
Please notice: WHEN REFERRING TO LEFT AND RIGHT BANK (OR SIDE) OF THE RIVER IT IS ALWAYS LOOKING AT THE RIVER IN THE DOWNSTREAM DIRECTION OF THE WATER FLOW. The walk upstream from Junction pool …
The return of the mighty Danish Spring salmon
The mighty Danish Spring salmon are back – Committed local environmental engagement, and support from EU and the Danish State payoff BIG time now Check out seven of the biggest whoppers that have been caught …
Invitation for Visa
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE PONOI AND UMBA SEASON 2011 IMPORTANT VISA INFORMATION To obtain a Russian Tourist Visa you will need an invitation letter – Salmon Junkies will email your invitation letter during the month …
Dear Salmon Junkies
Spring will be here soon as we are preparing for the new season. Steffen is off to Dee in a few weeks, and both of us look forward to return to our second homes – …