Welcome to my fly fishing reports page, where I share honest accounts from my time on the water throughout the season. These writeups capture each outing as it happened the conditions, the techniques that worked (or didn’t, which is often the case when the fish are more cunning than me), the flies I fished (and occasionally), and the lessons learned along the way (usually the hard way). Whether it’s a quick session involving more tangles than trout, or a longer day (where the only thing biting is the midges), this blog is intended to be both a personal record and a helpful reference for fellow fly anglers who enjoy learning from real world experience and a bit of light-hearted laughter at my expense.
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Spring Reservoir Fly Fishing Report: Tactics for Coloured Water and Cold Conditions
Location & Conditions My local reservoir on 20/04/2026. Conditions were good for the time of year with a light wind and overcast skies, and the temperature hovering around 8°C. The water was very coloured, which made visibility challenging. Recent activity at the reservoir had been disappointing, as fishing had not been productive so far this…
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Cold Weather Fly Fishing: A Scottish Reservoir Catch Report and Lessons Learned
Location & Conditions The day’s adventure began at my local reservoir, where the weather provided a full spectrum of British unpredictability—wind, rain, sunshine, and biting cold all making an appearance. The water itself was cold, but in comparison, it was likely warmer than the air temperature, offering modest comfort. As for recent activity, it was…