Guidance and Tips for Beginners on how to Catch Salmon Whilst Fishing, from the team behind Ocean

In the UK there are numerous locations for fishing, some of the better salmon fishing locations being right on your doorstep.


Of course Scotland is notable as one of the most renowned salmon fishing areas, but places like Devon, Derbyshire and the Yorkshire Dales are extremely popular as well.


Once you get to your idyllic location, how do you start? Catching salmon is a lot different than normal fishing. The team from Ocean Tackle Store have provided a few pointers to benefit your salmon fishing experience.


First of all, the location for salmon fishing is vital. Of course we already know that some areas in Britain are a lot better than others, Scotland having the highest Salmon populated rivers and lakes and oceans. Its best to use a fishery that is interested in the preservation of the Salmon population in their lake or river. These fisheries will usually have RSPCA approval and all the fish will be healthy on a sustainable diet, affirming they are happy fish.


The time of year can also effect how successful you are fishing, with spring and autumn being more favoured times of the year. Also the best times of the day is when there is phases of limited light on cloudy days. Bright and sunny days will encourage the salmon to hide and assemble deep in the holes of the river. Of course if you can uncover one of these holes with an abundance of salmon inside you can fish there all day long!


Fishing with a partner is always advisable as you can work together. Whilst one of you fishes the other can help detect salmon, or climb onto a riverbank and observe the reaction of the fish, locating specifically where they are. Of course when you have found the salmon remain still and calm, as salmon can get frightened very easily and will flee, so always be patient. When you feel a tug reel it in.


Naturally having the right equipment always helps and it differs from region to region, angler to angler. Always make sure your rod is strong and durable, there is nothing worse than letting a huge salmon get away simply because your equipment wasn't up to the job. Salmon fishing of course is always made substantially simpler by using the right equipment, so always ask for advice from the staff at the individual fisheries.


You will need to buy fly-fishing equipment and lines, with a variety of flies and a wide spectrum of bait. You will also require waders for the deep water found in most rivers if you want to reach the prime locations. Additionally a landing net is important as this will greatly diminish your chances of losing the fish Lastly make sure that you have a permit to fish in the river or sea or you could face legal allegations.


Salmon are the more troublesome of fish species to catch so its always best to practice before you go to a salmon fishery. Of course using the right equipment always helps and can assist with that important catch of the day.