One of the biggest challenges in preparing for the SGAIC and FFI examinations is just how different single-handed and double-handed casting truly are, despite sharing the same fundamental principles. On paper, they’re both fly rods.In practice, they are two distinct...
As the 2026 trout season approaches, there is a strong sense of anticipation at You Fish Scotland — but also reflection. This season feels different. It represents not only the continued evolution of professional fly fishing in Scotland, but also my final full season...
Learning the craft where history, water, and wild fish converge Introduction Fly fishing is more than a pastime—it’s a lifelong skill shaped by environment, tradition, and thoughtful instruction. Nowhere on earth offers a more complete learning ground than Scotland....
Preparing for the FFI (Fly Fishers International) and SGAIC (Scottish Game Angling Instructors’ Association) examinations is a long-term commitment that goes far beyond simply being able to cast a fly line well. With exams scheduled for April and May 2026, preparation...
There are times in life when everything feels heavy. When getting out the door feels like a battle. When your thoughts won’t slow down, and you’re not sure who to talk to—if anyone at all. If you’re reading this, know this first:It’s never too late to start. And...
By You Fish Scotland – Inverness, Scottish Highlands Salmon fishing in Scotland is more than a pastime. It is culture, history, livelihood, and connection to wild places that still feel untouched. Around Inverness, where rivers flow from peat-stained hill lochs to the...
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