Here in the UK we have been in the midst of lockdown for 4 long weeks now. Depending how you see it, we've been blessed with superb weather for the duration so far. These conditions in the peak of spring will normally leave me itching to get out on the banks of my local rivers... Continue Reading →
Exploring Rivers of Nordland’s Forgotten Past – Norway 2019
This Summer I set out on a journey that would be truly pivotal in my life, experiencing a country I would fall in love with, no doubt visiting for many years to come along with experiencing the true thrill of exploratory fishing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dauQdkzby8&t=13s It all started when, as I mentioned in a previous post. I... Continue Reading →
A recap on 2019’s Fly Fishing ventures
a recap on a year's fly fishing pursuits by Nathaniel James
Early season sea trout pursuits
With May having arrived in all its summer goodness bringing with it the drawn out evenings and reason to sacrifice sleep in the dedication to catching sea trout. To put things lightly it has been a slow and tough start to the season. Brief rises through out April saw the Welsh rivers of the Tawe,... Continue Reading →
David Attenborough cares about Salmon, shouldn’t you?
I've been pretty infatuated with Salmon from the moment I first read about the amazing lifecycle, history and journeys of these extrordinary fish. This has only increased since beginning fishing for them a few seasons ago on a lifelong learning mission about these fish. After getting a couple under my belt and putting friends on... Continue Reading →
Food for thought, have I missed out not Fly Fishing for Bass sooner?
An interesting session and growing passion for fly fishing leaves Nathaniel questioning why is he not salt water fly fishing for Bass?
A team of flies to trust this Sea Trout season
Last season was an unusual one for the sea trout angler here in Wales. With the rivers incredibly low from May through till August companioned with high temperatures. This left the sea trout that were present reflecting the conditions in a stubborn and lethargic attitude. This called for a very simplistic and pleasurable approach to... Continue Reading →
Looking back over a season of Sea Trout
Looking back over a seasons sea trout fly fishing with Nathaniel james in Wales.
REVIEWED: Patagonia Stormfront Hip Pack
Long term review of the Patagonia Storefront Hip Pack.
Surfing Round-up from 2018
A summary of Nathaniel's surfing in 2019, including a trip to France, contest podium finishes and wins.