Lets go.. Brown Trout Season, First 4 weeks have been EPIC!!!!!!!

Scottish Brown Trout

It takes a lot to make me speechless but after an incredible take and a run that spooled my reel this monster came to the net and a massive thanks to my friend Dave who kept me calm and managed to get an awesome pic before this wonderful creature was released to fight another day.

Peter with his first ever fish on fly ! and first fish in Scotland !

To say we were surprised was an under statement the plan was to take Peter out and hopefully catch some average size fish to get him used to casting, playing and generally learning fly fishing. The next thing we knew he was attached to this monster which after a very tense fight we got in the net. We both needed a sit down and a cup of tea to calm down which we did in pouring rain and 50mph winds but it didn't matter it was a fish of a lifetime.

Absolutely stunning

It not all about big fish. Stunning scenery, great company and the ability to shut off and relax makes fishing in Scotland like no where else. All of these fish were caught deep down on Di5 and Di7 lines. When its cold and the fish are lying deep you need to get down to them fast and when these fish take they fight much bigger than their size.

Just great to be out on the water and with views like this I wouldn't want to be any where else in the world.

Always love meeting up with Bud from USA, fantastic fisherman and friend. Normally when I take people fishing I don't fish myself but Bud always like a bit of friendly competition and we had an incredible day with 12 fish to the boat and some really nice brown trout!

Kurt, Meg and Forest enjoying a real family trip.

Buds 2nd day! PB trout!!!!

Brown Trout Scotland

We really had alot of fun. And Bud even let me have a cast!!! (again)

Remember everything is included in my trips. I organise everything myself so you can be sure its all done correctly and their is always a plan B!

If you fancy going a fishing a trip in 2026 / 2027 or learning fly casting get in touch and we will get it organised.

• Fishing Guide ( JJ )

• Pick up & drop off at your accommodation

• Fishing permits

• Fishing tackle and gear

• Photography

  
  

For all information check out the website, Instagram and Facebook.

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Cheers JJ

Surviving January on the River.

As temperatures drop, snow, ice, and freezing winds are always going to make it difficult. However if you prepare correctly for a day on the river it will really pay off making sure it will be both successful and enjoyable. Here are a few tips for you!

Priority number one: life jacket, sunglasses, and hat. It's essential to take care of yourself. Rivers in winter can be un predictable so watch the conditions and be aware of the areas you are going to fish as rising water and flood condition can change the bottom of the river creating drop offs and loose shingle so always know your way in and out of the river. I always use a wading stick as it allows you to check the depth before you enter and what the river bed is made of. Another great tip is to use the surroundings as a marker for depth and flow so when you start fishing check a rock or plant near the edge of the river and keep an eye on it over the next 5 - 10 minutes to see how the rivers height has changed? You will be able to tell really quickly if the river is rising or dropping so you can make decisions to keep you safe.

So fishing in the freezing cold is not for everyone but making sure you are dressed correctly will enable you to enjoy the weather and keep fishing! We all know you need plenty of layers but remember hot drinks, gloves, spare socks, two hats and keep moving. An absolute game changer is electric hand warmers! keep them in your pockets which keeps you warm and when you need them shove them in your gloves!

Grayling fishing can be like trying to catch a fish when all the elements are against you but when you do its utter perfection. Frozen rod rings, icicles on your waders, numb feet not to mention cold hands make it the ultimate challenge.

Remember the key to Grayling fishing is to not only select the correct weighted flies (especially in January) but to make sure they spend as much time on the river bed as possible. And that you cover the area in a grid not leaving any area un fished. Deep pools are always tempting and fish often do congregate in these areas but don't ignore the rapids and more turbulent water as many a time I have been surprised how shallow fast water can hold big Grayling even in in winter.

If you want to start Grayling fishing in winter give me a shout and I would be happy to share my experience and knowledge nothing beats getting out and exploring new fishing areas on a river.

I have been addicted to fly tying since I was a young boy here are a few flies form the vice over the last few weeks!!! Just trying to get all the boxes full for the new season. Check them all out on my Instagram page.

If you fancy going a fishing a trip in 2026 or learning fly casting get in touch and we will get it organised. All my trips include everything you need for a great day on the water.

For all information check out the website, Instagram and Facebook.

http://www.instagram.com/kingfisherguides/ 

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Cheers JJ

Winter Fishing in Scotland 2025

So after a busy 2025 season meeting loads of fantastic people it was time for me to relax and get a bit of fishing done.

Coarse fishing has always been a passion of mine watching a float for the day you can't beat it. And you never know what your going to catch which makes it even better. Below are a few fish I caught in November on an extremely wet rainy, cold day. Perch, Roach, Gudgeon, Ide and Carp it was a real mixed bag.

Pike fishing in November / December is always challenging as the weather always dictates where you can go, how you can fish and the locations you can actually get a bait. But what ever the weather I always end up going!

And obviously I always have to go fly fishing!!!!!!!

With loads of small still waters stocked with Rainbow Trout its always great fun on a freezing cold day to actually catch something and believe me they fight hard.

Big Fat Rainbow Trout

Over the next few months I will be doing loads of fishing, casting lessons and fly tying so don't forget to keep up to date by following me on instagram or Facebook. I have already started to take booking for next year so if you fancy organising something please get in touch.

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Cheers JJ