Because ladies fishing hold events on still (boats), rivers and sea I’ve been asked my thoughts about life vests. As you all know the safety of all ladies attending our events is paramount for the organisers, and is discussed at planning stage. I’m a keen advocator of life jackets especially on locations where there is fast, deep running water and you tend to wade a little bit further to cast your rod…. Read More

Today we were privileged to fish the water owned by Lord Lothian. This has to be one of the most memorable places I have visited and had the pleasure of fishing. The beat is overlooked by Lord Lothian’s beautiful home, Monteviot house, the river Teviot graciously curves past his manicured gardens. There are few places where one can experience magnificent landscapes, whilst standing in fabulous salmon and grayling river. We met at 10.00am… Read More

Hi everyone, glad to see Paul Procter is back from his trip to New Zealand. Check out his blog to find about his trip. I know he’s busily writing away for magazines at the moment, so readers of the mags Paul writes for are soon in for a treat. We’re hoping to get a trip organised with Paul. I will be uploading photos from our last successful day with Paul on the Wear. Had a great… Read More

As many of you will know  i love wearing clothing from manufacturers who produce fishing clothing for women. There are two main companies that spring to mind Orvis and Simms in the UK who rightly see the female fishing market place as a growth area. I do find it quite condescending when manufacturers use members of staff who say silly comments such as they’ve finally found something that fits, and are prepared to wear mens sizes… Read More

Hi Ladies,  Lee has just agreed to hold a Master Class at Chatton Trout Fisheries on Sunday 7th March for any of the ladies who can’t make the event on Saturday in Durham. The day will start at 10.00am where Lee will give a casting demonstration from roll casts, spey casting to double hauling. During the day there will be individual and small group tuition on different casts including fishing techniques. I… Read More