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Firstly, welcome to our Fishing Blog. In brief, you'll find, writings musings, ideas, tips and techniques. Above all, relating to fishing trips in Scotland. Meanwhile, if you feel you have something to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. Finally, this has been written by our team of professional fishing guides and fishing friends, throughout Scotland.
A year as a fishing guide in Scotland – 2024 highlights
To begin, this is my 20th year fishing guide in Scotland, and running a fly fishing company and tour operator business in Scotland. Looking back, I would definitely have approached everything differently at the beginning. Alba was founded in 2004 and back then, the path forward was a little unclear. As a result, I made […]
Salmon Fishing huts in Scotland – 2024
Salmon fishing huts are an institution on the salmon rivers of Scotland. This is a short overview of some of Scotland’s most notable and our favourite fishing huts. A Scottish salmon fishing hut is the true activity hub on all salmon beats. Furthermore all properly organised and professionally run salmon beats have one. There’s never […]
Iona a perfect destination
Where can I start on Iona? Earlier today in my driveway, I was cleaning insects from the windscreen my car and heard a Skylark chattering somewhere off in a distance field. Immediately I was taken back to a week ago. I was standing on a cliff top in the Isle of Iona overlooking a pristine […]
The best fishing near Hyatt Schloss Roxburghe and Kelso
Schloss Roxburghe is one of the finest hotels in the Scottish Borders and sits within striking distance of a huge portfolio of fishing trips that we offer. We’ve been taking Schloss guests on trip around the Tweed system for 20 years. In addition this article highlights the fishing portfolio on offer for guests staying in […]
A history of bamboo fly rods
A history of bamboo fly rods This is a brief history of bamboo fly rods and how they evolved. How they are constructed. Why fishing with bamboo is so damn enjoyable and asking the question. Does bamboo have a future in modern day angling. I’m writing this not as an expert on bamboo rods, but […]
Orvis Zero Gravity 8ft 6”, two piece fly rod
I recently acquired an Orvis Zero Gravity 8ft 6”, #5 weight at an antique fishing tackle auction. I have to confess, I really do think I have unearthed a true classic. It was bought on a whim. I guess motivation might have had its roots in my sub conscious. Shortly after I first established Alba […]
Pike fishing lures, the best for fishing in Scotland
Pike fishing lures for use in Scottish lochs and rivers – a complete guide When do pike lures work better than dead bait? To start off with, pike can be reluctant to chase lures in colder temperatures. On the other hand, they can work if fished slower and deeper in the water column. Also, Spring, […]
Fishing and touring vacation in Scotland
Combining a fishing and touring vacation/ holidays are ideal for couples, and small groups looking to mix a vacation between fishing and touring. In fact this is the perfection vacation for couples with an angler and a non angler. Common mistakes when planning a fishing and touring vacation to Scotland Firstly, a lot of visitors […]
Fishing for salmon in high water
Fishing for salmon in high water offers a real opportunity to catch otherwise stubborn salmon. Notably I’ve witnessed red letter days in high water, when other anglers have stayed in the hotel. To illustrate, one day on the River Tay, the river was 4ft on the gage. Furthermore the water was coloured with debris washing […]
How to prepare for a day salmon fishing in Spring
Firstly when salmon fishing in Spring, salmon anglers eagerly set their sights on catching the elusive springer. In fact, an Atlantic Salmon springer is considered the ultimate prize in angling. Next, this article aims to equip you with the necessary tactics for salmon fishing in Scottish rivers. Additionally, it’s crucial to acknowledge the challenges you […]
