I often get asked to tie flies that have appeared in magazines but seldon so soon after the magazine has been published. This order for 6 each of the 4 featured patterns from the article was not a challenge and not really a custom tie but I loved the look of these flies. I will be tying and using them this season for sure both for reservoir loch style fishing and on any river where there is a chance of a sea trout or two.
Woodcock and blue, sizes 10 and 12
Experience
I am an all round angler and have fished for many different species all over the world . I regularly compete in coarse and fly fishing matches . I have over 50 years of fishing experience.
I’ve been tying flies and flyfishing for over 35 years and I’m hugely passionate and enthusiastic about both.
Qualifications
I am a Level 2 coach for Coarse angling
I hold the Level 2 coaching qualification for Game angling
I’m qualified as a GAIA Fly Tying instructor
I have also successfully completed a fly fishing guiding course at an Orvis endorsed lodge in the United States
Professional bodies
I am a member of the Professional Anglers Association (PAA).
I am a member of the Angling Trust coach licence scheme
Safeguards
I am insured with the Angling Trust, under the Coach licence scheme.
I am also insured with the Professional Anglers Association
I hold a current First Aid certificate
I am DBS checked and have completed a Safeguarding course.
