The 'Scottish Government Policy on Introductions of Fish to Scottish Inland Waters' can be found here.
Consultation on proposals to introduce a charging scheme under the Reservoirs (Scotland) Act 2011 and the Reservoirs (Scotland) Regulations 2015 - link here.
Free Open Introduction/Training Day for Ladies
King Robert Hotel Stirling. Saturday 18th February 9am to 5.30pm
Programme:
9.00 Chairman’s Introduction - Jane Wright ( UKCC Level 2, GAIA)
9.15-10.00 Casting: Short presentation on the theory of casting – overhead, single and double haul and useful casting techniques for boat fishing (indoors).Andrew Toft (AAPGAI)Ken Oliver (APGAI, SGAIC, CCAL2, GAIAC)
10.00.12.45 Casting – outside- for as long as it takes !- Andrew Toft - John Hood (SGAIC) and Ken Oliver And Indoors – One- to- one advice on knots, fly tying techniques and general queries –Alan Hill (Team Manager)(Breaks can be taken on a rolling basis.)
12.45 1.45. Lunch (not provided)
1.45 – 4.00 Fly Tying with Ian Christie of Fly Box- (Team Sponsor)
4.00-4.30 Tea break
4.30-5.30 Lines (sink rate/profiles), knots- leader set up -when and where to use them. Appropriate leader materials – Alan Hill, Ken Oliver assisted by Team Members
For more information contact: Dione@sanaladies.co.uk or Kathleen@sanaladies.co.uk.
Programme:
9.00 Chairman’s Introduction - Jane Wright ( UKCC Level 2, GAIA)
9.15-10.00 Casting: Short presentation on the theory of casting – overhead, single and double haul and useful casting techniques for boat fishing (indoors).Andrew Toft (AAPGAI)Ken Oliver (APGAI, SGAIC, CCAL2, GAIAC)
10.00.12.45 Casting – outside- for as long as it takes !- Andrew Toft - John Hood (SGAIC) and Ken Oliver And Indoors – One- to- one advice on knots, fly tying techniques and general queries –Alan Hill (Team Manager)(Breaks can be taken on a rolling basis.)
12.45 1.45. Lunch (not provided)
1.45 – 4.00 Fly Tying with Ian Christie of Fly Box- (Team Sponsor)
4.00-4.30 Tea break
4.30-5.30 Lines (sink rate/profiles), knots- leader set up -when and where to use them. Appropriate leader materials – Alan Hill, Ken Oliver assisted by Team Members
For more information contact: Dione@sanaladies.co.uk or Kathleen@sanaladies.co.uk.
SANA OPEN RESULTS
30 anglers competed at Lake of Menteith on Monday 4th August for both the Singles and Pairs SANA Open. The competition is fished on a total catch and release basis. 135 fish were caught with a rod average of 4.5 fish per angler.
Top individual was John Hood, SANA's own Angling Development Officer, who had 11 fish.
Top Pair were Tam Findlay and Alastair McGillvray. Many thanks to all that entered. The full results are available here.
Top individual was John Hood, SANA's own Angling Development Officer, who had 11 fish.
Top Pair were Tam Findlay and Alastair McGillvray. Many thanks to all that entered. The full results are available here.
Otters and piscivorous bird survey
SANA has received the message below from Kelsey Baird. Currently based in Scotland she aims to collect data via face to face interviews with anglers or by snail-mailing paper surveys to them c/w a prepaid return envelope. Anyone willing to take part in her survey should contact Kelsey by phone at 07523282443 or by e-mail at kabaird0@frostburg.edu and provide her with a mailing address.
She says she is conducting her study from a neutral standpoint. She welcomes any and all forms of thoughts and views, and does not wish to skew or inhibit any attitudes expressed through the survey. This is an academic study and any subsequent publications will truthfully reflect the responses given, with all responses remaining anonymous.
Her message is as follows:-
My name is Kelsey Baird, and I am a Masters student in Applied Ecology & Conservation Biology at Frostburg State University, Maryland USA. I am trying to conduct the first formal assessment of angler attitudes towards otters and piscivorous birds in Scotland as part of my thesis. Having Grown up in Scotland and graduated from the University of Stirling with a B.Sc Hons. in Environmental Science & Biology, this is a very exciting and special project that I feel privileged to be able to personally conduct.
I am interested in the thoughts on and experiences of all anglers while fishing in Scotland, and I am trying to get in contact with as many anglers as possible to complete my survey while I am here in Scotland. I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider participating in my study and possibly help me to get in touch with a wider range of anglers. I am prepared to send surveys with prepaid return envelopes to willing participants, and I am also open to any advice or thoughts on how to better conduct the study. I aim to publish my thesis and hope to make a real contribution towards the conservation of Scottish salmon and trout, as well as more effective conservation management of piscivorous wildlife.
Sincere Regards,
Kelsey Baird
SANA has received the message below from Kelsey Baird. Currently based in Scotland she aims to collect data via face to face interviews with anglers or by snail-mailing paper surveys to them c/w a prepaid return envelope. Anyone willing to take part in her survey should contact Kelsey by phone at 07523282443 or by e-mail at kabaird0@frostburg.edu and provide her with a mailing address.
She says she is conducting her study from a neutral standpoint. She welcomes any and all forms of thoughts and views, and does not wish to skew or inhibit any attitudes expressed through the survey. This is an academic study and any subsequent publications will truthfully reflect the responses given, with all responses remaining anonymous.
Her message is as follows:-
My name is Kelsey Baird, and I am a Masters student in Applied Ecology & Conservation Biology at Frostburg State University, Maryland USA. I am trying to conduct the first formal assessment of angler attitudes towards otters and piscivorous birds in Scotland as part of my thesis. Having Grown up in Scotland and graduated from the University of Stirling with a B.Sc Hons. in Environmental Science & Biology, this is a very exciting and special project that I feel privileged to be able to personally conduct.
I am interested in the thoughts on and experiences of all anglers while fishing in Scotland, and I am trying to get in contact with as many anglers as possible to complete my survey while I am here in Scotland. I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider participating in my study and possibly help me to get in touch with a wider range of anglers. I am prepared to send surveys with prepaid return envelopes to willing participants, and I am also open to any advice or thoughts on how to better conduct the study. I aim to publish my thesis and hope to make a real contribution towards the conservation of Scottish salmon and trout, as well as more effective conservation management of piscivorous wildlife.
Sincere Regards,
Kelsey Baird
Wild Fisheries Review
This is the latest SANA submission: Scotland's freshwater fish - the struggle for survival
MFC Submission on Access to Angling Waters
SANA's Migratory Fish Committee has submitted this paper to Scottish Natural Heritage on the issue of Intensive and COmmercial Access to Angling Waters
SANA AGM - Sunday 1st February 2015
The SANA 2015 AGM will be held on Sunday the 1st February at 10.30am in The Green Hotel, The Muirs, Kinross KY13 8AS
Non-Migratory Fish Committee News
Overburns Farm Quarry - It transpires that Paterson's are appealing the Government Reporter’s decision to reject their earlier appeal on the grounds that he “erred in law” Latest news can be found here.
Check Clean Dry – Stuart Crofts has had articles on non-native species published widely in the angling press recently. His main message is that ALL anglers (and other water users) must be won over to take the topic seriously, and ensure they dry off all tackle and kit before travelling and using it in other water courses. Its only a matter of time before invasive shrimps reach Scotland, but anglers can make things hard for the beasts if they check clean and dry after each fishing expedition. Details can be found here.
The belligerant beaver - story can be found here.
Check Clean Dry – Stuart Crofts has had articles on non-native species published widely in the angling press recently. His main message is that ALL anglers (and other water users) must be won over to take the topic seriously, and ensure they dry off all tackle and kit before travelling and using it in other water courses. Its only a matter of time before invasive shrimps reach Scotland, but anglers can make things hard for the beasts if they check clean and dry after each fishing expedition. Details can be found here.
The belligerant beaver - story can be found here.
SANA's Cormorant Survey
The results of the recent survey can be found here.
The SANA AGM will be held on Sunday the 2nd February 2014, at 10.30 am in the Green Hotel, The Muirs, Kinross KY13 8AS. All Members and Member Clubs are invited to attend or be represented at this important meeting. The following reports will be presented at the AGM and are available below for the convenience of all.
Migratory Fish Committee Report
Non- Migratory Fish Committee Report
Scottish Disabled Fly Fishers Report
Ladies Committee Report
Youth Development Committee Report
Competitions Commmittee Report
Minutes of the 2013 AGM
SANA Accounts for the year to 31st October 2013
Further information about the AGM may be obtained from the SANA secretary on 01577 861116
Migratory Fish Committee Report
Non- Migratory Fish Committee Report
Scottish Disabled Fly Fishers Report
Ladies Committee Report
Youth Development Committee Report
Competitions Commmittee Report
Minutes of the 2013 AGM
SANA Accounts for the year to 31st October 2013
Further information about the AGM may be obtained from the SANA secretary on 01577 861116
Ladies National Results - Lake of Menteith 1st September
National results
1st Jean Ferguson 7 fish for 16lbs 10 oz
2nd Jane Wright 7 fish for 15lbs 2oz
3rd Anne Boyce 6 fish for 13lbs 1oz
Best Newcomer
Liz Pringle
Biggest fish
Morag Wallace 5lbs 4oz
Combined results
1st Jean Ferguson 12 fish 21lbs 7oz 3 combined place points
2nd Jane Wright 8 fish 16lbs 9 combined place points
3rd Gill Forsyth 6 fish 13lbs 15.5 oz 9 combined place points
1st Jean Ferguson 7 fish for 16lbs 10 oz
2nd Jane Wright 7 fish for 15lbs 2oz
3rd Anne Boyce 6 fish for 13lbs 1oz
Best Newcomer
Liz Pringle
Biggest fish
Morag Wallace 5lbs 4oz
Combined results
1st Jean Ferguson 12 fish 21lbs 7oz 3 combined place points
2nd Jane Wright 8 fish 16lbs 9 combined place points
3rd Gill Forsyth 6 fish 13lbs 15.5 oz 9 combined place points
2013 Scottish Disabled Fly Fishing Association -National Results
37 anglers took part in the National Final at Lake of Menteith on Sunday 12th
May with boats sponsored by Lake of Menteith Fisheries. Many thanks for the continued generous support.
In addition SDFFA would like to thank all the boatmen who gave up their time to support the anglers, to Quint and Douglas, to Wullie Leach for results and to Carole and
her team at the lodge for the excellent catering for everyone.
New Champion is Jim Curry from Irvine. The top seven rods plus 1 reserve will present SDFFA Team Scotland at Eyebrook in England in 2014. The full team in order are Jim Curry, Wullie Brash, Fraser Renwick, Tom Ward, Wullie Fulton, Bill Barnes and Tony Lithgow. Graham Steele is travelling reserve.
Full results can be seen here. Result is by weight, 3 fish weighed in and 2lb per fish returned.
Photo : Jim Curry 2013 National SDFFA Champion
May with boats sponsored by Lake of Menteith Fisheries. Many thanks for the continued generous support.
In addition SDFFA would like to thank all the boatmen who gave up their time to support the anglers, to Quint and Douglas, to Wullie Leach for results and to Carole and
her team at the lodge for the excellent catering for everyone.
New Champion is Jim Curry from Irvine. The top seven rods plus 1 reserve will present SDFFA Team Scotland at Eyebrook in England in 2014. The full team in order are Jim Curry, Wullie Brash, Fraser Renwick, Tom Ward, Wullie Fulton, Bill Barnes and Tony Lithgow. Graham Steele is travelling reserve.
Full results can be seen here. Result is by weight, 3 fish weighed in and 2lb per fish returned.
Photo : Jim Curry 2013 National SDFFA Champion
SANA Open Final results
A superb performance from Alan Stevens with 23 fish ensured he not only won the Singles trophy but he and his partner Andy Macadam with a total of 28 fish won the Pairs event as well.
In excellent conditions the finalists averaged over 7 fish per rod. 150 fish were caught by 20 competitors with many compliments on the quality of the fish all of which were returned. Full results are available here.
Thanks go to Lake of Menteith for allowing us to use venue and for their support. Thanks to Jim and Fraser for running a great event.
Below is 2013 Singles winner Alan Stevens left and again as 2013 Pairs winner with fishing partner Andy Macadam, right.
In excellent conditions the finalists averaged over 7 fish per rod. 150 fish were caught by 20 competitors with many compliments on the quality of the fish all of which were returned. Full results are available here.
Thanks go to Lake of Menteith for allowing us to use venue and for their support. Thanks to Jim and Fraser for running a great event.
Below is 2013 Singles winner Alan Stevens left and again as 2013 Pairs winner with fishing partner Andy Macadam, right.
SANA AGM 2013 - Sunday 3 Feb at 10.30 in the Green Hotel, Kinross
The SANA AGM will be held on Sunday 3 February 2013 at 10.30am in the Green Hotel, The Muirs, Kinross. All members and Member Clubs are invited to attend or be represented at this important meeting. The following reports will be presented at the AGM and are available below for the convenience of all.
Migratory Fish Committee Report
Non-Migratory Fish Committee
Competitions Committee Report
Ladies Committee Report
Scottish Disabled Fly Fishers' Report
Angling Development Board of Scotland Report
Further information about the AGM may be obtained from the SANA Secretary, or by calling the SANA Office on 01577 861116.
Migratory Fish Committee Report
Non-Migratory Fish Committee
Competitions Committee Report
Ladies Committee Report
Scottish Disabled Fly Fishers' Report
Angling Development Board of Scotland Report
Further information about the AGM may be obtained from the SANA Secretary, or by calling the SANA Office on 01577 861116.
SANA AGM - 3 Feb 2013
As noted below, the 2013 SANA AGM will be held on Sunday 3rd February 2013 in the Green Hotel Kinross. The calling notice for the AGM is below.
2013 AGM Calling Notice and Agenda
The paper copy of the AGM Calling Notice and Agenda sent to SANA members contains a typo in connection with the date of the meeting. For the avoidance of any doubt, the meeting is on 3 Feb 2013. A corrected calling notice and apology has been issued, with an apology from SANA.
2013 AGM Calling Notice Apology
The SANA Accounts for the period ending on 31 Oct 2012 will be presented at the AGM. These accounts are available below.
SANA Accounts for the year to 31 October 2012
Further information about the AGM may be obtained from the SANA Secretary, or by calling the SANA Office on 01577 861116.
2013 AGM Calling Notice and Agenda
The paper copy of the AGM Calling Notice and Agenda sent to SANA members contains a typo in connection with the date of the meeting. For the avoidance of any doubt, the meeting is on 3 Feb 2013. A corrected calling notice and apology has been issued, with an apology from SANA.
2013 AGM Calling Notice Apology
The SANA Accounts for the period ending on 31 Oct 2012 will be presented at the AGM. These accounts are available below.
SANA Accounts for the year to 31 October 2012
Further information about the AGM may be obtained from the SANA Secretary, or by calling the SANA Office on 01577 861116.
3rd Bank International Wales 2012 Venue Garnffwrd Fishery
Results from this event are as follows:
1st England 76 fish 88 place points total points 72,680
2nd Scotland 51 fish 158 place points total points 49,440
3rd Wales 50 fish 163 place points total points 48, 020
4th Ireland 41 fish 194 place points total points 39,560
(100 points per fish then 20 points for each cm)
Top individuals
1st Terry Philips England 19 fish 18,120 points
2nd Dean Philips England 17 fish 16, 360 points
3rd Steve Corsar Scotland 13 fish 12, 920 points
Full results are now available here
1st England 76 fish 88 place points total points 72,680
2nd Scotland 51 fish 158 place points total points 49,440
3rd Wales 50 fish 163 place points total points 48, 020
4th Ireland 41 fish 194 place points total points 39,560
(100 points per fish then 20 points for each cm)
Top individuals
1st Terry Philips England 19 fish 18,120 points
2nd Dean Philips England 17 fish 16, 360 points
3rd Steve Corsar Scotland 13 fish 12, 920 points
Full results are now available here
Overburns Farm Quarry Victory
SANA is delighted to see this article in the Carluke Gazette. SANA has played a full part, primarily through the Non-Migratory Fish Committee, in opposing the plan for the establishment of a quarry at Overburns Farm. SANA has supported the Clyde River Action Group and is delighted that this planning application has been rejected for a third time. This is a fine example of the part SANA can play in the protection of the aquatic environment. Please continue to support your National Anglers Association.
SANA Submission to the Land Reform Review Group
The President, Donald Forbes, and the Chair of the Migratory Fish Committee, Craig Campbell, have approved SANA's submission to the Land Reform Review Group. The submission can be found here. More information on the Land Reform Review Group can be found here.
SANA Responds Forcefully to the Aquaculture and Fisheries (Scotland) Bill
SANA has responded forcefully to publication of the Aquaculture and Fisheries (Scotland) Bill. This is at stage one of the parliamentary scrutiny by the Rural Affairs, Climate Change and Environment Committee. Craig Campbell, Migratory Policy Committee Chairman said: "This is the first real chance for the interests of wild fish and of fish farming to be properly balanced. We've told the Committtee that lowest cost farm production of salmon imposes unacceptable burdens on the natural environment which severely damage wild stocks of salmon and sea trout. The central purpose of the Bill should be to encourage the industry to “up its game”, through innovations that mitigate its impact on wild fish.
"Additionally, the Bill does not exclude rod licensing from the proposal for wide ranging powers to implement charging through secondary legislation. SANA supports the current method of funding District Salmon Fishery Boards and would oppose a direct levy on anglers by central government. Such a levy would be a disincentive to participation in a healthy outdoor recreation which is second only to walking in Scotland. Also, it could be expected to impact seriously on jobs and businesses which are dependent on the many visitors to Scotland whose principal interest is angling."
The SANA response in full is here.
"Additionally, the Bill does not exclude rod licensing from the proposal for wide ranging powers to implement charging through secondary legislation. SANA supports the current method of funding District Salmon Fishery Boards and would oppose a direct levy on anglers by central government. Such a levy would be a disincentive to participation in a healthy outdoor recreation which is second only to walking in Scotland. Also, it could be expected to impact seriously on jobs and businesses which are dependent on the many visitors to Scotland whose principal interest is angling."
The SANA response in full is here.
Analysis of Salmon and Sea Trout Catches
A paper produced under the auspices of the SANA Migratory Fish Committee (MFC) which has an analysis of salmon and sea trout catches to determine the true impact of netting on fish populations is here. Please send any feedback to the webmaster who will direct these to the MFC.
Australian Visitor, Take 2!
Neil and Alan preparing to fish the Tummel
Report by Neil Sinclair
Earlier in the year, I got an email from David Ogg saying that he’d been contacted by an ex-pat Australian, Alan Madden, who was looking for fishing contacts in Scotland in advance of an extended visit. David had responded that he would host Alan on the Lake of Menteith (see story below), and asked me if I would lay on some river fishing.
Arrangements were duly made. My wife Jean and I have a caravan at Pitlochry, and Alan, with his wife, Irina, stayed with us on their way back to Glasgow from a sojourn in the Highlands. Alan and I planned a day’s dry-fly fishing on the Tummel. Alan is more enthusiastic and improving late-starter than seasoned angler, but his Lake trip with David had started with a fish for him on the first cast – a hard act to follow!
I couldn’t beat that, but Alan did catch a nice brownie within the first five minutes, and was duly delighted. The Tummel is not a river which gives over-generously of its bounty, however, and after some promising initial action, sport was pretty slow for much of the rest of the day. With almost nothing rising, Alan did well to finish with three or four nice fish. Tired but happy, and with ‘rubber legs’ from the heavy wading, he told me that the Tummel was a somewhat larger and more intimidating river than those he was accustomed to fishing at home in Australia.
After Alan and Irina had settled into their accommodation in Glasgow, we arranged a further river outing. I had hoped to take him onto the upper Clyde, but with water levels everywhere on the high side, and strong winds forecast for the week, I took him onto a couple of tributaries instead. Although the fishing was not at its absolute best, there were many more opportunities than on the Tummel for Alan to cast for rising fish, and we had a very enjoyable day on the smaller waters. Alan caught two beautifully-conditioned grayling, his first ever, and a species not available to him in his home waters. Some nice trout, albeit of modest proportions, also came his way. Given the conditions, we might have been able to catch more and perhaps bigger fish on other methods, but Alan was keen to persist with the dry fly, and there was just enough surface activity to keep us amused.
I hope, as I’m sure David does, that we have helped to add some pleasant memories to a trip which I think Alan felt would probably be his last to the ‘Old Country’.
Earlier in the year, I got an email from David Ogg saying that he’d been contacted by an ex-pat Australian, Alan Madden, who was looking for fishing contacts in Scotland in advance of an extended visit. David had responded that he would host Alan on the Lake of Menteith (see story below), and asked me if I would lay on some river fishing.
Arrangements were duly made. My wife Jean and I have a caravan at Pitlochry, and Alan, with his wife, Irina, stayed with us on their way back to Glasgow from a sojourn in the Highlands. Alan and I planned a day’s dry-fly fishing on the Tummel. Alan is more enthusiastic and improving late-starter than seasoned angler, but his Lake trip with David had started with a fish for him on the first cast – a hard act to follow!
I couldn’t beat that, but Alan did catch a nice brownie within the first five minutes, and was duly delighted. The Tummel is not a river which gives over-generously of its bounty, however, and after some promising initial action, sport was pretty slow for much of the rest of the day. With almost nothing rising, Alan did well to finish with three or four nice fish. Tired but happy, and with ‘rubber legs’ from the heavy wading, he told me that the Tummel was a somewhat larger and more intimidating river than those he was accustomed to fishing at home in Australia.
After Alan and Irina had settled into their accommodation in Glasgow, we arranged a further river outing. I had hoped to take him onto the upper Clyde, but with water levels everywhere on the high side, and strong winds forecast for the week, I took him onto a couple of tributaries instead. Although the fishing was not at its absolute best, there were many more opportunities than on the Tummel for Alan to cast for rising fish, and we had a very enjoyable day on the smaller waters. Alan caught two beautifully-conditioned grayling, his first ever, and a species not available to him in his home waters. Some nice trout, albeit of modest proportions, also came his way. Given the conditions, we might have been able to catch more and perhaps bigger fish on other methods, but Alan was keen to persist with the dry fly, and there was just enough surface activity to keep us amused.
I hope, as I’m sure David does, that we have helped to add some pleasant memories to a trip which I think Alan felt would probably be his last to the ‘Old Country’.
Catch and Release Survey
We are delighted to make this document, A Survey of Catch and Release in Stocked UK Stillwater Trout Fisheries available to our members and friends. The survey may be downloaded in the form of a PDF file by clicking here. The survey has been conducted my Messrs C Vaughan Ruckley, Eric J Fox and Bob Perrett. Should any member have any comment on the survey please email the SANA webmaster who will arrange to pass any comment to the authors.
FIPS-Mouche World Fly Fishing Championships - Slovenia
The World Championships website is here. The Scottish Team finished in 13th place after the 5 sessions. Jake Harvey was the top Scottish rod, finishing in 16th place. Well done to all involved. Report and pictures available here.
Scottish National Stillwater 2012 -Heat 9 Swanswater Fishery
There were 8 qualifiers from Swanswater on Saturday 26th May. First place went to Alan Buchan and the remaining qualifiers were John Morton, Darren Hill, Ronnie Codona, Dougie McLean, Peter Ferrier, John Johnstone and Malcolm Miller.
Scotland win gold at Ladies International
Photo left - All the teams from the Ladies International at Lake of Mentieth and Douglas.Scottish Team members were Elaine McCracken, Gail Annall, Abigail Montgomery, Dione Roberts, Jane Wright, Kathleen Shepherd, Kellie McNie, Liz Fraser, Marion Wallace, Morag Wallace, Nikki Ross and Wendy Mitchell.Wendy Mitchell was top Scottish Rod 15lbs 9oz.
The full result was
Scotland 42 fish for 92.6lbs
England 36 for 78.2lbs
Wales 21 for 46.13lbs
Ireland 19 for 44.5lb
The full result was
Scotland 42 fish for 92.6lbs
England 36 for 78.2lbs
Wales 21 for 46.13lbs
Ireland 19 for 44.5lb
Scottish National Stillwater 2012 -Heat 7 Lochter Fishery and Heat 8 Mid Mar Fishery
2 anglers, Andrew Barrowman and Glen McHattie qualified from the heat at Lochter. The heat at Mid Mar fishery has been cancelled.
The final 2 heats are now closing in. Swanswater Fishery in Stirling is holding their heat on Saturday 26th May. To reserve your place contact the fishery on 01786 814805 and the final heat is an evening session at Glen of Rothes telephone 01340831888.
The final 2 heats are now closing in. Swanswater Fishery in Stirling is holding their heat on Saturday 26th May. To reserve your place contact the fishery on 01786 814805 and the final heat is an evening session at Glen of Rothes telephone 01340831888.
Scottish National Stillwater 2012 -Heat 6 New Haylie Fishery
6 anglers qualified from this heat. First place on his first attempt this year was Willie Riddicks, the other qualifiers were Stephen Cowan, Stephen Dallas, Ken Anderson, Grant McCauley and Jim Edwards. Congratulations to them.
We now move north for the next 2 heats. Next Saturday the Heat is at Lochter and the following week at Mid Mar. Full details on the remaining heats are available on the competitions page.
Full results for New Haylie are here.
To book your place at Lochter please telephone 01651 872787
We now move north for the next 2 heats. Next Saturday the Heat is at Lochter and the following week at Mid Mar. Full details on the remaining heats are available on the competitions page.
Full results for New Haylie are here.
To book your place at Lochter please telephone 01651 872787
Scottish National Stillwater 2012 -Heat 5 Markle Fisheries
Halfway point of the National Championship has been reached and another 3 anglers have qualifed for the final. Today's winner was Alan Smith 7 fish and 11 points then Stuart Fraser with 6 fish for 11 points. Alan's 1st fish was earlier. There were 4 anglers tied on 9 points therefore time of first fish came into effect and final qualifier was David Bullen. On an extremely cold day it was great credit to all the anglers who all caught fish. Results from Markle are here.
Please note at the fishery Stuart was called first but the official has since checked the scores and Alan Smith was first, there is no change to the qualifiers.
At half way stage there are 23 qualifiers so far. 76 anglers have taken part from first 5 heats Full list of finalists is here.
Next heat is at New Haylie Fishery this coming Saturday 5 May.
To book a place please phone 01475 676005.
Please note at the fishery Stuart was called first but the official has since checked the scores and Alan Smith was first, there is no change to the qualifiers.
At half way stage there are 23 qualifiers so far. 76 anglers have taken part from first 5 heats Full list of finalists is here.
Next heat is at New Haylie Fishery this coming Saturday 5 May.
To book a place please phone 01475 676005.
Scottish National Stillwater 2012 -Heat 4 Bangour Trout Fishery
There were 5 qualifiers from the heat held at Bangour on Saturday 21st April. Jim Adie from Inverurie qualified in 1st place. The other qualifiers were
Robert Watson, Billy Scott, Tony Pryde and Graham Ferguson. Full result can be found on our competitions page.
Next Heat is at Markle Fisheries on Sunday 29th April to book your place please phone 01620 861213
Robert Watson, Billy Scott, Tony Pryde and Graham Ferguson. Full result can be found on our competitions page.
Next Heat is at Markle Fisheries on Sunday 29th April to book your place please phone 01620 861213
Scottish National Fly Fishing League Premier Division -Results River Tweed
Second round of the SNFFL Premier League was held on Sunday 22nd April on River Tweed. Here are those results and here is the Leaderboard after 2 events.
Scottish National Fly Fishing League - 1st Division Results and Leaderboard
The second event of the SNFFL 1st Division was held on Sunday on the River Tweed. Here are the results and the leaderboard after 2 events. Further information and entry criteria for the SNFFL Leagues can be found on our competitions page.
Scottish National Stillwater 2012 -Heat 3 Craufurdland Fishery
3 anglers qualifed from the heat at Craufurdland today, Saturday 14th April. Congratulations to heat winner Andy Dunning, John Anderson Jnr and Joe Morrison. Full result for this heat are on the competitions page.
Next Heat is at Bangour Fishery on Saturday 21st April to book your place please phone 01506 811335
Next Heat is at Bangour Fishery on Saturday 21st April to book your place please phone 01506 811335
Scottish National Stillwater 2012 -Heat 2 Kingennie
There were 5 qualifiers from this heat which was won by Richard McHattie. The 5 qualifiers were Richard McHattie, Kenny Riddell, Steve Corsar. Grant Osler and Colin Martin. Full results are available now on the competitions page.
There are still places available at Craufurdland this coming Saturday.
To book your place phone the fishery on 01560 600760.
There are still places available at Craufurdland this coming Saturday.
To book your place phone the fishery on 01560 600760.
Large Carron Valley Brownie-24th March Angler Steve Corsar
Here is a cracking early season brownie caught by Aberdeen Angler Steve Corsar
during the First Division Scottish National Fly Fishing League
Date Saturday 24th March. Measured 76cm and was safely returned.
during the First Division Scottish National Fly Fishing League
Date Saturday 24th March. Measured 76cm and was safely returned.
Scottish National Fly Fishing League Premier Division -Results Carron Valley
Reservoir
The results for the Premier Division are available here and on our competition page
Results from 1st Heat Scottish National Stillwater Championships
24 anglers competed at Allandale Tarn. 7 anglers qualified for the final from this heat. This included 2011 National Champion Stuart McCormick. The 6 qualifiers are Kevin Andrews, Stuart McCormick, Robert Anderson, Jim Skilling, Alec Bowler, Willie Brash and Derek Russell. The full result is available on the competitions page.
Our Thanks got to Iona and Margot at Allandale Tarn for once again allowing us to use their fishery.
The next heat is at Kingennie Fishery, Dundee next Sunday 8th April. Full list of venues and their contact details are here.
Our Thanks got to Iona and Margot at Allandale Tarn for once again allowing us to use their fishery.
The next heat is at Kingennie Fishery, Dundee next Sunday 8th April. Full list of venues and their contact details are here.
SANA AGM - Sunday 25 March 2012
The SANA AGM was held on 25 March 2012. A resume of the meeting and of the decisions made is here. The SANA Financial Director has asked that this detailed explanation of the accounts presented to the AGM be made available on this website. The financial report is available in the 2012 Handbook, which can be accessed here.
Quarry at Lamington on the Clyde - Planning Permission Refused
SANA yesterday received the following email:
I am delighted to be able to report that yesterday, Tuesday 27 March 2012, the planning committee of South Lanarkshire Council unanimously voted to refuse planning permission to SLR on behalf of Paterson's of Greenoakhill for a sand and gravel quarry adjacent to the banks of the Clyde at Lamington. This was the second application subitted by them in a 27 month period.
It was noted by the chairman that the quality and content of the objections was of a very high standard and that the campaign conducted by the umbrella group, Clyde River Action Group, was very focussed, professional and considered.
To everyone who submitted letters of objection or provided advice and support, thank you.
I am delighted to be able to report that yesterday, Tuesday 27 March 2012, the planning committee of South Lanarkshire Council unanimously voted to refuse planning permission to SLR on behalf of Paterson's of Greenoakhill for a sand and gravel quarry adjacent to the banks of the Clyde at Lamington. This was the second application subitted by them in a 27 month period.
It was noted by the chairman that the quality and content of the objections was of a very high standard and that the campaign conducted by the umbrella group, Clyde River Action Group, was very focussed, professional and considered.
To everyone who submitted letters of objection or provided advice and support, thank you.
Scottish National Fly Fishing League First Division -Results Carron Valley Reservoir
The results for the first event of the Scottish National Fly Fishing League First Division are here
Scottish National Stillwater Championship 2012 update
The First Heat at Allandale Tarn on 31st March is now full. The next heat will be at Kingennie Fishery, Sunday 8th April. To reserve your place please contact the SANA Office 01577 861116 or call the fishery. Contact details for all fisheries and dates for heats can be found here.
Scottish Anglers National Association Annual Report 2012
The 2012 Handbook is now available here
Survey of Catch & Release in UK Stillwater Fisheries
SANA has been asked to make this report available on the website. This indepent study attracted participation from 198 fisheries, of which 60 were in Scotland. The report is here. Members or friends wishing to comment should do so via the webmaster.
Scottish Natural Heritage: Wildlife Management Survey - please give your views
SNH has commissioned Why Research to carry out a survey designed to tell SNH what members of the public and those who deal with the organisation think of the way that wildlife is managed in Scotland. It is also designed to tell SNH what people who deal with the organisation think of the level of service they provide.
It is important that they are able to gather the views of as many people as possible. The survey will be going live on 5 March 2012 and will be available to access at that time at http://www.whyresearch.org.uk/SNHwildlife/
All views and opinions are important to SNH and Why Research would appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to complete the questionnaire and give us your views.
It is important that they are able to gather the views of as many people as possible. The survey will be going live on 5 March 2012 and will be available to access at that time at http://www.whyresearch.org.uk/SNHwildlife/
All views and opinions are important to SNH and Why Research would appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to complete the questionnaire and give us your views.
Scottish Disabled Fly Fishing Association Fundraisers
SDFFA are holding 2 fundraisers in support of the SDFFA Team who are aiming for a 3rd consecutive Gold medal at Lake of Menteith in June. Full details on the events are available on this website here.
SANA President
As announced to SANA members and member clubs in October, the SANA President, David Ogg, is unable to stand for re-election at the AGM on 25 March 2012. The SANA Board would be interested in hearing from SANA members or prospective members who may be interested in filling this appointment. A precis of the duties of the SANA President is here, and prospective candidates may wish to discuss the appointment with David or with the SANA Administrator, Andrew McIntosh. Email contact details for David are here and for Andrew are here.
SANA MFC Response to the Proposed Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill
The SANA MFC response to the Scottish Government's proposed Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill was endorsed by the SANA Board on 1 Feb 2012 and is here.
Regional Representation
At the recent SANA Open Forum meeting there was a suggestion that SANA investigate some form of Regional focus to enhance member representation and allow issues to be brought to the Environmental Committees quickly and easily. It was agreed that this be discussed at the next Board meeting
At a meeting on 1 Feb, the Board agreed that there was merit in this idea and, to move the idea forward quickly, that SANA move to identify individuals to act as regional foci, with a view to discussing with them how the idea might work.
Any SANA individual or club member, or individual who would be be prepared to join SANA, who would wish to act as a regional focus is asked to contact the SANA Administrator or Webmaster in the first instance to discuss such issues as area of responsibility, issue reporting and contact arrangements. This is an idea in progress and will develop as the membership sees fit. Please help to make it successful.
At a meeting on 1 Feb, the Board agreed that there was merit in this idea and, to move the idea forward quickly, that SANA move to identify individuals to act as regional foci, with a view to discussing with them how the idea might work.
Any SANA individual or club member, or individual who would be be prepared to join SANA, who would wish to act as a regional focus is asked to contact the SANA Administrator or Webmaster in the first instance to discuss such issues as area of responsibility, issue reporting and contact arrangements. This is an idea in progress and will develop as the membership sees fit. Please help to make it successful.
SANA AGM - 25 March 2012
The SANA AGM will be held on 25 March 2012 as previously announced on this page. The following deadlines are reproduced from the SANA Articles of Association, which are available in full here.
SANA members may wish to note that:
- Business and motions to be brought before the meeting have to be intimated by the members 8 weeks before the meeting. This means that if a member wants to propose a motion (for example to change the Articles) then they have to submit it 8 weeks before the AGM.
- Nominations by the members for elections to the Board must be lodged with the company secretary 6 weeks before the AGM. Again, this applies if a member wants to propose a person to be a director.
- The Notice of the AGM needs to go out either 21 or 14 days before the AGM (depending on whether or not a special resolution has been proposed). The Proxy Form should also be sent out along with the Notice.
Please address any queries on these matters to the Administrator.
SANA Director of Coaching
SANA would like to appoint a Director of Coaching. The job specificiation is here. Please apply by email to the SANA Administrator here. Applications should be in letter format, detailing experience relating to the job specification. The closing date for applications is Sunday 19 Feb 2012. Any queries should be addressed in the first instance to the SANA Administrator.
SANA Open Forum - 15 Jan 2012
The SANA Open Forum took place on 15 Jan 2012 in Kinross. 35 SANA members and friends contributed to a very positive debate about the future of the organisation. The areas identified for action include:
The challenge of getting the SANA message across despite the plethora of information available on the website and published in the annual handbook.
Increasing membership and explaining the benefits of SANA membership. The benefits of SANA membership are identified here.
Making access to coaching for member clubs easier.
Making regular contributions to the angling press to assist in getting the SANA message across. Publishing a paper on running catch and release competitions. The Marine Scotland guide to best practice in catch and release is here.
Identifying a lead fundraiser to head a fundraising committee. Applicants may apply here.
Other fundraising ideas floated including Clubs giving consideration to levying members (say £1) in support of a specific SANA activity (e.g., Youth Team) and contacting CEOs of leading Scottish companies. Essential to treat fundraising as a major issue.
There was unanimous agreement that the appointment of a Coaching Director remained a high priority.
There was unanimous agreement that the Organisation requires a Publicity and Press officer. there was some discussion about adopting a regional structure, with regional representatives, which will be further considered by the Board. SANA is currently organised on functional lines and any change to a regional structure would be a major departure.
It was suggested that SANA could make better use of email communications with members and member clubs.
It was reiterated that SANA needed to spell out its role very clearly to members and potential members, differentiating between SANA and SANACC.
Last, but by no means least, there was pretty lengthy discussion (at different points during the meeting) on the vexed issue of Youth Team sponsorship. Many of those present voiced sincere and heart-felt opinion and it was to everyone's credit that all views were heard. It was clear that there was no outright majority on one side or other of the argument but one individual later suggested to me that the meeting seemed to be split around 60/40 in favour of the current arrangement.
The thanks of the SANA Board go to all who contributed so positively - progress updates will be reported here.
The challenge of getting the SANA message across despite the plethora of information available on the website and published in the annual handbook.
Increasing membership and explaining the benefits of SANA membership. The benefits of SANA membership are identified here.
Making access to coaching for member clubs easier.
Making regular contributions to the angling press to assist in getting the SANA message across. Publishing a paper on running catch and release competitions. The Marine Scotland guide to best practice in catch and release is here.
Identifying a lead fundraiser to head a fundraising committee. Applicants may apply here.
Other fundraising ideas floated including Clubs giving consideration to levying members (say £1) in support of a specific SANA activity (e.g., Youth Team) and contacting CEOs of leading Scottish companies. Essential to treat fundraising as a major issue.
There was unanimous agreement that the appointment of a Coaching Director remained a high priority.
There was unanimous agreement that the Organisation requires a Publicity and Press officer. there was some discussion about adopting a regional structure, with regional representatives, which will be further considered by the Board. SANA is currently organised on functional lines and any change to a regional structure would be a major departure.
It was suggested that SANA could make better use of email communications with members and member clubs.
It was reiterated that SANA needed to spell out its role very clearly to members and potential members, differentiating between SANA and SANACC.
Last, but by no means least, there was pretty lengthy discussion (at different points during the meeting) on the vexed issue of Youth Team sponsorship. Many of those present voiced sincere and heart-felt opinion and it was to everyone's credit that all views were heard. It was clear that there was no outright majority on one side or other of the argument but one individual later suggested to me that the meeting seemed to be split around 60/40 in favour of the current arrangement.
The thanks of the SANA Board go to all who contributed so positively - progress updates will be reported here.
Scottish National Fly Fishing League 2012
There are still a few places available in the 1st Division of the Scottish National Fly League 2012, details on criteria are here and interested parties can apply here.
The Dates and venues for this year's Scottish National Fly Fishing League can be found here.
The Dates and venues for this year's Scottish National Fly Fishing League can be found here.
Stillwater International 2012
Initial details have been issued by Wales for the International Stillwater Championship 2012. The event will take place from Sunday 14th October(arrival) to Thursday 18th October(departure). Venue will be Garnffrwd Fishery, Llanelli.
Scottish National Stillwater Championship 2012
The dates, venues and application forms are now available on this website under Competition Angling, Stillwater 2012. The final this year will be at the Glen of Rothes Fishery on Sunday 8th July. Selection for the 2012 Scottish Stillwater Team to compete in Wales later in the year will be decided at the final.
SANA Safety Leaflet
Now available to download here
Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill - Consultation
The Scottish Government has published a consultation document concerning the Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill. Please forward any comments to the webmaster.
Scottish National Stillwater 2012 -Heat 10 Glen of Rothes 9th June
3 anglers qualified from this evening heat, where despite the midge attack the anglers did well. The three qualifiers are John Anderson Snr, Chris McCallister and Tommy Graham.
41 anglers have qualifed now for the final to be held on Sunday 8th July. The full list of qualfiers and details for final will be issued shortly. The Scottish team for the International to be held in Wales in October 2012 will be made from this final. The top 6 rods and a reserve will be selected.
41 anglers have qualifed now for the final to be held on Sunday 8th July. The full list of qualfiers and details for final will be issued shortly. The Scottish team for the International to be held in Wales in October 2012 will be made from this final. The top 6 rods and a reserve will be selected.
Results and Qualifiers from SANA Open Heat 1 28th May
Here are the results from the first heat. 26 anglers took part, top 13 qualified for singles. 7 pairs qualified for final on Monday 6th August. There are still places available for the second heat on 2nd July. To enter please send application form to SANA.
Announcement-New Secretary
The Board of SANA is pleased to announce that with effect from the 11th June, the appointment of Andrew McIntosh from Perth as it's new Secretary/Administrator. Andrew lives in the Perth area and takes over the position from Alastair Wallace who has held the post for almost twelve years, he will be leaving at the end of June.
Andrew has a lot of previous experience and is well placed to take up the reins with his background including work in the insurance industry. He is also an angler and is well placed to understand the various issues facing the Governing Body.
Andrew has a lot of previous experience and is well placed to take up the reins with his background including work in the insurance industry. He is also an angler and is well placed to understand the various issues facing the Governing Body.
Scotland win Gold
Scotland Disabled Fly Fishing Association won Gold medal at the 33rd International Disabled Fly Fishing Association Championship held at Lake of Menteith on 19th and 20th June. This is 3rd year in row Scotland have won Gold. Bill Barnes was overall top rod.
Results 1st Scotland 55 fish for 122lbs 6oz
2nd Ireland 38 fish for 85lbs 1 oz
3rd Wales 36 fish for 77lbs 6oz
4th England 32 fish for 70lbs 7oz
Bill Barnes total for 2 days was 16 fish for 34lbs 11oz. Competition was 3 fish weighed and 2lb bonus for each fish returned.
The Scotland Team were Jim Crawford(Capt), Bill Barnes, Willie Brash, George Bell, Tony Lithgow, Ossie Smith, Rab Chisholm, David Penny and Manager Willie Leach. The full results are here.
Results 1st Scotland 55 fish for 122lbs 6oz
2nd Ireland 38 fish for 85lbs 1 oz
3rd Wales 36 fish for 77lbs 6oz
4th England 32 fish for 70lbs 7oz
Bill Barnes total for 2 days was 16 fish for 34lbs 11oz. Competition was 3 fish weighed and 2lb bonus for each fish returned.
The Scotland Team were Jim Crawford(Capt), Bill Barnes, Willie Brash, George Bell, Tony Lithgow, Ossie Smith, Rab Chisholm, David Penny and Manager Willie Leach. The full results are here.
National Stillwater Final 2012
42 anglers have qualified to compete at the final on Sunday 8th July at Glen of Rothes. The full list of competitiors is here.
All anglers are to register at 8.30am, there will be a rules briefing at 9am and competition will commence at 9.30am. Lunch will be provided bewtween 12.30 and 1.30pm when afternoon session will commence, finish at 4.30pm. The cost for the final is £25 per angler inclusive of lunch.
In addition to the competitions rules, which are available here, the following Local Rules will apply: No lures to be fished under indicator, a buzzer with a tail will be classed as a lure, these can be used but not under an indicator. No snake flies allowed.
Full details on Glen of Rothes are available here
All anglers are to register at 8.30am, there will be a rules briefing at 9am and competition will commence at 9.30am. Lunch will be provided bewtween 12.30 and 1.30pm when afternoon session will commence, finish at 4.30pm. The cost for the final is £25 per angler inclusive of lunch.
In addition to the competitions rules, which are available here, the following Local Rules will apply: No lures to be fished under indicator, a buzzer with a tail will be classed as a lure, these can be used but not under an indicator. No snake flies allowed.
Full details on Glen of Rothes are available here
Alastair Wallace - Our Appreciation
Alastair Wallace has been SANA Administrator and Company Secretary for 12 years. Today, 29 June 2012, is his last day in the office as he heads off to a very well deserved retirement. The last 12 years have been diverse, challenging, busy and always 'interesting'. Alastair has remained unflappable, courteous and cheerful throughout, dispensing wisdom and sound advice in equal measure to all. He has touched the lives of innumerable anglers, Scottish and otherwise, and has been a very good friend to all.
SANA has received a number of messages to mark Alastair's farewell. Please email any farewell words you may have to the webmaster.
Alastair, it has been my pleasure to work with you over the years. Thank you for guiding me through the labyrinth of SANA accounts. I shall keep your helpful words close to me over the period I am on the Board. Enjoy your retirement. - Sheila Mannion
The Grayling Society had a splendid relationship with Alastair. I look back with happy memories of game fairs at Scone and elsewhere, where he cordially allowed me a corner of the SANA tent for our display. He was always friendly and helpful, and the Society wishes him well for the future. - Alan Ayre
Alastair, we have known each other for only a few years, but I could not have asked for better guidance or advice during my time as an office bearer. Your can-do nature coupled with a healthy dose of good, old-fashioned common sense saved the day on a number of occasions. Thank you. Enjoy your retirement and keep in touch. - David Ogg
I echo all the above comments. I thank Alistair for the invaluable help he gave me as the first Finance Director of the new SANA Limited Company which was followed by my abbreviated Presidency. Alastair, I will be in touch! - Sam Waddell
Alastair, your contribution in the day to day running, development and progress of SANA during your tenure as Administrative Officer and latterly Company Secretary is immeasurable. Your generous assistance, patience, diligence, ingenuity, total loyalty and sense of humour, which was an absolute necessity on many occasions (I well remember), during my tenure as Vice President, President and latterly Chair of the MFC was, and is, very much appreciated. The job was very much easier and enjoyable (most of the time, as I'm sure you'll remember) due to your untiring teamwork ethic. Margaret and I wish Effie and yourself all best wishes for a long and happy retirement. Speak to you soon. Thanks for the memories, especially the "Moist" Game Fairs. Take care. Kindest Regards. -
Ronnie Picken
SANA has received a number of messages to mark Alastair's farewell. Please email any farewell words you may have to the webmaster.
Alastair, it has been my pleasure to work with you over the years. Thank you for guiding me through the labyrinth of SANA accounts. I shall keep your helpful words close to me over the period I am on the Board. Enjoy your retirement. - Sheila Mannion
The Grayling Society had a splendid relationship with Alastair. I look back with happy memories of game fairs at Scone and elsewhere, where he cordially allowed me a corner of the SANA tent for our display. He was always friendly and helpful, and the Society wishes him well for the future. - Alan Ayre
Alastair, we have known each other for only a few years, but I could not have asked for better guidance or advice during my time as an office bearer. Your can-do nature coupled with a healthy dose of good, old-fashioned common sense saved the day on a number of occasions. Thank you. Enjoy your retirement and keep in touch. - David Ogg
I echo all the above comments. I thank Alistair for the invaluable help he gave me as the first Finance Director of the new SANA Limited Company which was followed by my abbreviated Presidency. Alastair, I will be in touch! - Sam Waddell
Alastair, your contribution in the day to day running, development and progress of SANA during your tenure as Administrative Officer and latterly Company Secretary is immeasurable. Your generous assistance, patience, diligence, ingenuity, total loyalty and sense of humour, which was an absolute necessity on many occasions (I well remember), during my tenure as Vice President, President and latterly Chair of the MFC was, and is, very much appreciated. The job was very much easier and enjoyable (most of the time, as I'm sure you'll remember) due to your untiring teamwork ethic. Margaret and I wish Effie and yourself all best wishes for a long and happy retirement. Speak to you soon. Thanks for the memories, especially the "Moist" Game Fairs. Take care. Kindest Regards. -
Ronnie Picken
SANA Open Singles and Pairs heat 2 - 2nd July
Here are the results of the second heat. The cut off for qualification for the final on 6th August was 4 fish for Single angler qualification and 7 fish for a pair to qualify. The full list of finalists will be published shortly.
Donald Forbes on way to winning heat 3 on Clyde 7th July SNFFL Premier League
Final SANA Open Singles and Pairs - 6th August Lake of Menteith
Here is the list of all qualifiers for the final. There will be 11 Pairs of anglers and 21 anglers qualifying for the Singles Trophies.
From Heat 1 there were 7 pairs progressing( 2 pairs with 7 fish each and each pair had equal first fish times) and from heat 2, 4 pairs progressed to final. From Heat 1, 12 individuals qualified (again time of first fish was used for those on 3 fish) and from heat 2, 4 fish was the cut off.
Final is day session at Lake of Menteith, Anglers are to register in the lodge at 9am. Thanks to all who took part in heats.
From Heat 1 there were 7 pairs progressing( 2 pairs with 7 fish each and each pair had equal first fish times) and from heat 2, 4 pairs progressed to final. From Heat 1, 12 individuals qualified (again time of first fish was used for those on 3 fish) and from heat 2, 4 fish was the cut off.
Final is day session at Lake of Menteith, Anglers are to register in the lodge at 9am. Thanks to all who took part in heats.
Scottish Stillwater Team 2012
Winners and Team selected for Wales 2012 from Scottish National Stillwater Final 8th July 2012 at Glen of Rothes.
Left to right Alec Bowler, Richard McHattie, Kevin Andrews, Steve Corsar, Steve Cowan, David Bullen and Jim Adie
Left to right Alec Bowler, Richard McHattie, Kevin Andrews, Steve Corsar, Steve Cowan, David Bullen and Jim Adie
Scottish National Stillwater Final Results 8th July 2012
Kevin Andrews is the new Scottish National Champion. 37 anglers competed at Glen of Rothes Fishery on 8th July. In very demanding wet conditions in the morning clearing in the afternoon Kevin caught fish at 10 of his 12 pegs to win with 21 points.
Full results are here.
The Scottish team chosen and invited to compete for Scotland at the 3rd Stillwater International in Wales in October are Kevin Andrews, Alec Bowler, Steve Corsar, David Bullen, Steve Cowan, Richard McHattie and reserve Jim Adie.
Many thanks to the fishery owners Kevin, Dave and all the helpers at Glen of Rothes.
Kevin Andrews-Champion
Full results are here.
The Scottish team chosen and invited to compete for Scotland at the 3rd Stillwater International in Wales in October are Kevin Andrews, Alec Bowler, Steve Corsar, David Bullen, Steve Cowan, Richard McHattie and reserve Jim Adie.
Many thanks to the fishery owners Kevin, Dave and all the helpers at Glen of Rothes.
Kevin Andrews-Champion
Scottish National Fly Fishing League- Premier Division Clyde Results
Saturday 7th July saw 3rd heat of Scottish National Fly Fishing( SNFFL) League Premier Division.
Here are the results for the Clyde and year to date Premier League Leaderboard
Here are the results for the Clyde and year to date Premier League Leaderboard
Consultation on the Proposed NE of England Net Limitation Orders
SANA's MFC has submitted an agreed position on the proposed North East of England net limitation order to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. The SANA submission is available here.
World Championships Slovenia 2012
Report can be found here.
Scottish National Fly Fishing League(SNFFL) First Division 2013-Entry open
SANA Competitions are looking for new members for their Scottish National Fly Fishing League (SNFFL) 1st Division. Details are available here. The league is now open to all anglers who have the desire to compete, learn and perform at the highest level. If you are interested in joining please complete the application form which can be found here.
Acceptance into the League will be confirmed by SANA Competitions Committee.
Acceptance into the League will be confirmed by SANA Competitions Committee.
Consultation on the Proposed NE of England Net Limitation Orders (2)
SANA has submitted this supplementary document to the Scottish Government regarding the proposed NE of England Net Limitation orders
Scottish National Fly Fishing League 1st Division River Tummel
16th September Results/Leaderboard
Here are the Provisional results for the final event of 1st Division of Scottish National Fly Fishing League. The final Provisional leaderboard identifies anglers who will gain promotion to the Premier League 2013. These will be confirmed after the final event on 29th September Premier League.
Scottish National Fly Fishing League 1st Division Clyde Results/Leaderboard
Here are the results from the heat for the 1st Division on the Clyde and year to date Leaderboard.
Scottish National Fly Fishing League 1st Division River Don Results/Leaderboard
Here are the results from the 1st Division River Don heat held on 5th August and the year to date leaderboard.
Scottish National Fly Fishing League Premier Division River Tummel
30th September Results/Leaderboard
Here are the results from the final SNFFL Premier Division event from River Tummel on Sunday 30th September and leaderboard.
Autumn Newsletter 2012 and Cormorant Survey
The Autumn newsletter can be viewed here. In addition please help by reading the following letter on Inland Cormorants. If your club can help please ask them to complete the survey.
SDFFA and 51st BDE Personnel Recovery Unit
Scottish Disabled Fly Fishing Association have held the first of hopefully regular taster sessions with injured army personnel from 51st BDE Personnel Recovery Unit. The purpose of the day was to introduce a meaningful activity to injured, sick and wounded soldiers across Scotland.
The first taster session was held at Swanswater Fishery on Friday 31st August. John Hood attended as coach and there was support from SDFFA Chair Jim Crawford and committee members Iain Murray and Fraser Renwick. Local Coach Iain Lohoar helped out as well.
Despite some unfortunate weather at lunchtime the rest of the day was clear and everyone enjoyed themselves. Our thanks to Alasdair and Morna Lohoar as hosts, for letting us use the fishery and for the excellent lunch.
Feedback from the novices was great, most enjoyable and hopefully we have introduced some new anglers to fly fishing. With a little bit of help fish were caught.
SDFFA plan to use this as a start to further sessions where we can assist any service members. Most of these soldiers will be medically discharged from the services soon and hopefully the introduction to fly fishing will allow them to meet new friends, socialise and understand that they will always get a warm friendly welcome from the game angling community.
Some photos of the day are attached.
The first taster session was held at Swanswater Fishery on Friday 31st August. John Hood attended as coach and there was support from SDFFA Chair Jim Crawford and committee members Iain Murray and Fraser Renwick. Local Coach Iain Lohoar helped out as well.
Despite some unfortunate weather at lunchtime the rest of the day was clear and everyone enjoyed themselves. Our thanks to Alasdair and Morna Lohoar as hosts, for letting us use the fishery and for the excellent lunch.
Feedback from the novices was great, most enjoyable and hopefully we have introduced some new anglers to fly fishing. With a little bit of help fish were caught.
SDFFA plan to use this as a start to further sessions where we can assist any service members. Most of these soldiers will be medically discharged from the services soon and hopefully the introduction to fly fishing will allow them to meet new friends, socialise and understand that they will always get a warm friendly welcome from the game angling community.
Some photos of the day are attached.
Scottish National Fly Fishing League- Premier Division River Don Results
Here are the provisional results for the SNFFL Premier League held on River Don on Sunday 19th August and with one event to go the year to date provisional leaderboard can be found here.
The top 5 in the league after the final event will be invited to represent Scotland at the World Championships in Norway 2013.
The top 5 in the league after the final event will be invited to represent Scotland at the World Championships in Norway 2013.
SANA Open Singles and Pairs Final 6th August 2012
Congratulations to Graeme Connelly(right) and Ewan Clark who in their first attempt are the 2012 SANA Open Pairs Champions. Graeme and Ewan had 15 fish on the day. Graeme was the winner of the singles with 10 fish.
Full results are available here.
Many thanks to all who took part.
Full results are available here.
Many thanks to all who took part.
SANA helps an Australian visitor
Australian angler Alan Madden left East Kilbride in 1964 but returned to Scotland a few days ago for a holiday with his wife, Irina. Alan was keen to catch a trout on the fly in his native country, having taken up fly fishing only 4 years ago in Australia. He contacted SANA through the Facebook page looking for some assistance and advice to help him in his quest to catch a fish. Webmaster David Ogg took up the challenge and arranged to have a day on Lake of Menteith with Alan and for Alan to fish the Tummel and the Clyde in the company of SANA member Neil Sinclair. The day on the Lake was on Monday 20 August and Alan was delighted to catch a fish with his first cast! Another fish of 3 lb 4 oz followed, and while that was the end of the catching for the day, David and Alan had a very enjoyable day afloat - discovering that they both attended the same school in Hamilton! Meanwhile Irina explored the Priory on Inchmahome and took some marvellous photos and videos, which she had edited and transferred to her iPad by lunchtime! SANA is delighted to have been able to help Alan in this way - look out for a further report on the river trips.
Victory for Tummel Anglers
News of a court victory for Tummel anglers here.