March 21, 2020 Following a long winter close season and not to mention the increasing restrictions and health measures it […]
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The Dogged Angler
A truly passionate Angler this is a light hearted account of my angling trips, adventures, successes, failures and learnings.......discovered amidst our beautiful Scottish rivers, lochs and breathtaking scenery.
First trip of 2020
Smile! A face only a Mother could love! A 15lb fish from a trip far North for a few days […]
Is this normal?
As a recent ‘nubie’ to fly tying of all of a few months I have started to notice a few […]
Time to kill
With the relentless weather and torrents of water everywhere there’s nothing to do but prepare, maintain and check gear for […]
So much to master “Every Day is a school day”!
I have during the past few months thrown myself into trying to understand the basics of fly tying. On the […]
Mackay Boatbuilders of Fara, Finstown and Stromness by Michael McLaughlin
An interesting historical account of James (Jimmy) Mackay (J.W.Mackay, Stromness) builder of mahogany clinker dinghies including my own. Mackay Boatbuilders […]
Shiny New Pin
All of the countless hours of scraping, sanding and preparation are now finally behind me. Despite my moans and groans […]
Stripped Bare
Saturday 18th January 2020 Back, knees and almost every other bit all sore – however finally ready to move on […]
Summer Reflections 2019
A quick look back at my past season’s outings on the Lomond System as we all look forward eagerly to the new season. We are truly blessed to have all of this beauty and tranquil surroundings on our doorstep.
Contortionist Required – Apply within!
December 22nd, 2019 “Softly, softly catchy monkey” I think the applicable saying is here. A few more hours on my […]
