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Episode 329 - Tweed Salmon Festival 2026
The drive from Devon to attend the festival was a long one but worth it.
I got the chance to meet some amazing people who care deeply about bringing people into fishing, caring about the fish and the waters they swim in.
I based myself in the Yeti bar, a converted removal lorry but also walked around the festival to speak with demonstrators, tackle companies and those attending too.
This isn't a trade show though. It is about encouraging youngsters to explore the world of fishing and to give them a taster of why we all love it so much.
Eoin Fairgrieve is an extraordinary man. Someone who has boundless enthusiasm, passion and drive for our pastime.
He has pulled off a wonderful event, made sure everyone had a good time and somehow also produced a journal to accompany the event.
I have done my best to capture a little about what it was all about that I hope you'll enjoy listening to.

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Episode 328 - Pit Stop Fishing
I had to head to Hampshire on a non-fishing errand.
I decided to pack my gear and if I got away in good time, I'd stop in Wiltshire and make a few casts.
I only decided to pack my mic at the very last moment and have recorded the few hours on the river exactly as it happened. 
It is a stream of consciousness that talks about the fishing but ends up being a lot more and I think reflects how lifted we get by standing in a river catching a few trout.
I hope you enjoy this episode.

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Episode 327 - Will Shaw & Mark Surtees on Fishing, Fly Casting and Instruction Part 2
I'm pleased to be welcoming back Will and Mark back to the podcast for the 2nd part of their trilogy of interviews that circle around fly casting information for anglers but also for instructors too.
We start with an amazing story from Will on a huge fish he lost recently on a dry fly and how we cope with a loss like this.
We discuss about the difference between stalking fish and fishing the water and how that effects how we look at catching a good fish and whether we snip off and head home or not.
Our conversation moves into casting where there is some great tips for those wishing to improve but some ground-breaking theories on the teaching process when it comes to fly casting.
If you are an instructor or starting on this path, it is essential listening.

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Episode 327 - Will Shaw & Mark Surtees on Fly Casting and Instruction
I'm pleased to be welcoming back Will and Mark back to the podcast for the 2nd part of their trilogy of interviews that circle around fly casting information for anglers but also for instructors too.
We start with an amazing story from Will on a huge fish he lost recently on a dry fly and how we cope with a loss like this.
We discuss about the difference between stalking fish and fishing the water and how that effects how we look at catching a good fish and whether we snip off and head home or not.
Our conversation moves into casting where there is some great tips for those wishing to improve but some ground-breaking theories on address the teaching process when it comes to fly casting.
If you are an instructor or starting on this path, it is essential listening.

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Episode 326 - River Exe Fishing Day
Every fishing day should start with a catch up over breakfast and a visit to a tackle shop.
This is exactly how this day began when I caught up with friend and rod builder, Warren McCarthy, for a day's fishing on the River Exe and one of it's tributaries, the Haddeo.
We have a fry-up and then drop into Lance Nicholson's in Dulverton to see James who runs the shop and make a few purchases.
I start fishing with good intentions, sticking to just a dry fly before making a few changes.
Join us for a day's fishing on some beautiful streams.