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Discover Sustainable Fishing Practices and Salmon Conservation Insights
Ian Gordon's blog is a treasure trove for salmon fishing enthusiasts and conservationists. Dive into his insights on sustainable fishing practices to protect our rivers and ensure the longevity of salmon populations. Whether you're interested in flycasting tuition, top fishing destinations, or the role of sustainable fishing practices in modern angling, this blog provides valuable knowledge and inspiration to enhance your fishing experience.
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Heaven on the Tweed - A Festival of Fishing, Friendship, and Future Anglers.
This past week, my carbon footprint took a bit of a scenic route, shall we say. But honestly? For the experiences I had, I’d gladly do it...
Ian Gordon
Apr 122 min read
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Unveiling the Secrets of Salmon Migration and Why are Females Easier to Catch!?
I’m writing this on the 27th March for a reason. This is the week where “traditionally”, the first runs of salmon enter most of our...
Ian Gordon
Mar 274 min read
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Rural Britain Under Siege - How Urban Ideals Are Starving Rural Britain's Expertise.
The rapid ascendancy of online influencers and their ability to shape public opinion has created a profound crisis for traditional...
Ian Gordon
Mar 254 min read
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Please. No More Arguments. Hatcheries WORK!!
Last night, I had the privilege of attending the presentation of the long-awaited DNA study findings on hatchery salmon in the Carron...
Ian Gordon
Mar 54 min read
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The Importance of Dialogue in Finding Common Ground for Salmon Conservation
Throughout history, we've witnessed how misunderstandings between differing perspectives can lead to conflict and hinder progress. This...
Ian Gordon
Feb 262 min read
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Carron Rod and Case The Beginning of My Second life.
I was extremely saddened today of the the end of production for Carron lines, a company began by Myself, Jimmy and Gwyneth Jack back in...
Ian Gordon
Feb 213 min read
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Are Managed Waters The Secret to Sustainable Salmon Fishing in the 21st Century?
The experience of salmon fishing is influenced greatly by angling pressure and the number of anglers on a given stretch of river. In this...
Ian Gordon
Jan 213 min read
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Top Salmon Destinations - My Top Picks in Scotland, Iceland & Norway in 2025
I’m often asked, and more especially at this time of the year when people are looking to book their fishing. Based on my experience and...
Ian Gordon
Jan 85 min read
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The Irish FLy Fair
Three years since the launch of our popular Cadence range of rods, reels, and lines, and a year since its debut at the Irish Fly Fair, it...
Ian Gordon
Nov 22, 20242 min read
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Great Salmon Fishing in Norway.
As someone who has had great salmon fishing on their doorstep all their lives, I mean, Scotland has so much. Great rivers, history,...
Ian Gordon
Nov 11, 20244 min read
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Why Autumn Salmon Disappeared and Will they Come back?
If we begin by saying Autumn fish spend much less time in the river then their Spring and Summer brothers and sisters. Spring and...
Ian Gordon
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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The Atlantic Salmon - A Misunderstood Marvel
This really is one of the most amazing creatures, a species overlooked and un-noticed by mainstream society. Sometimes referred to as an...
Ian Gordon
Oct 18, 20243 min read
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Copy of Salmon Debate in the Scottish Parliament Update
Debate on the long term decline of Salmon Stocks. Parliament Building Edinburgh 4th April 2019 Given the status of Salmon Stocks in...
Ian Gordon
Sep 5, 20244 min read
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An Amazing Memory of a huge fish
The day started with me Ghillieing for Sir David Wills at Craig Niesh, the pool just above the Long Pool on Knockando. Sir David, one of...
Ian Gordon
Sep 1, 20243 min read
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Finding the Best Salmon Fishing
Why is salmon fishing on the River Spey so elusive? This question is intriguing and can be answered using the River Dee as a...
Ian Gordon
Aug 30, 20242 min read
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How was the spring fishing on the Spey in 2024? Answers Please!
Well, that would depend how you measured success!? For most rods on the Spey, this spring will have ended fishless. In fact, if success...
Ian Gordon
Jun 28, 20246 min read
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RIP Sandy Milne
Having spoken to Sandy on camera a little over 3 months ago, just before his 90th birthday, it is with much sadness that I must inform...
Ian Gordon
Jun 25, 20242 min read
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Closing Of Salmon Rivers. Why could this have happened?
Sometimes I really despair. Here we are facing the worst crisis with regard wild salmon, and we continually bury our heads in the...
Ian Gordon
Jun 24, 20243 min read
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Want to Catch More Salmon?
What were/are the signs of a poorer run of salmon? Part 1. Back in the 1990s those of us working on the river noticed a drop off in the...
Ian Gordon
Jun 17, 20245 min read
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Spey Fishery Board Strategy & Management Plan Public Consultation 2024
I have been asked to share this so here are my answers to their questions. The Spey District Salmon Fishery Board finds itself with an...
Ian Gordon
Jun 2, 202418 min read
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