Fishing Flies

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Fishing Tackle Essentials

The right fishing tackle is essential if you want to catch fish. Here at John Norris we’re all experienced anglers, and know what sort of fishing tackle you should be looking at.
Here’s what you need to think about.
1. Fishing rod
Your fishing rod is probably the most important item of fishing tackle, and so you’ll want [...]

Fishing Fly Guide

Choosing the right fishing fly can be difficult, but at John Norris we’re helping to make it easier.
Here are some of the things you’ll need to think about if you’re going to buy new fishing flies.
1. What for
You’ll want to use the most appropriate flies, so you’ll need to know what you’re fishing for. You’re [...]

Dibble those flies!

When Stillwater fishing from either bank or boat many anglers finish retrieving their fishing flies then whip them off the water and cast them out again.  However, raising your rod tip slowly at the end of the retrieve, lifting your flies to or through the water surface can often result in tempting a fish that [...]

Do Not Dismiss Small Still Waters

Fishing the big open waters of a reservoir is exciting as well as breath taking. Casting into such a big area makes one feel somewhat insignificant and this is true whether you are fishing from a boat or wading from the bank. But the rewards are high. The fish are [...]

Spring Salmon Fishing On The River Eden

The spring salmon season on the River Eden is certainly not for the faint of heart. Beginning on the 15th of January, when the country is still in the midst of winter, anglers brave the often freezing temperatures in order to find the first catch of the season. If you’d like to join them, the [...]