Norway Salmon

NORWAY SALMON

I N T E R N AT I O N A L F LY F I S HI N G S P E C I A L I S T S In association with Castaway Flyfishing

WINSNES LODGE Winsnes Lodge controls four kilometres of double bank fishing on some of the most mouth-watering fly fishing pools on the Gaula River. The fishery is unusual in that it is a continuous stretch, rather than a series of broken up pools. It is divided into seven rotating beats, all of which offer good fishing in all water conditions.

There are good and accessible Atlantic salmon lies in high and very low water conditions in each pool.

The river is full of character and when clear, it carries a slight golden tinge. The surrounding scenery is one of thick evergreen forested slopes interspersed with small villages and farms. It is a beautiful location to target some of the world’s largest salmon. The runs average salmon between 14–18lb with many fish exceeding 30lb and a few over 40lb.

NORWEIGAN FLYFISHER’S CLUB Flowing over 145km from its headwaters in the mountains near Holtalen all the way down to the Trondheim Fjord, the Gaula River is wild and unregulated.

Without the impediment of hydroelectric dams, the Gaula is subject to frequently changing water levels which provides dynamic fishing for anglers of all skill levels. The Gaula is consistently one of the most productive salmon rivers in Norway and the Norwegian Flyfishers Club is one of the most famous lodges.

Famous for its large Atlantic salmon, the Gaula produces fish of over 40lb every year. The Norwegian Flyfisher’s Club offers access to over 12km of private water. The fishing rotation allows access to all sections of the river during the week’s fishing.

June is usually a very exciting and challenging time to fish the Gaula. As the season opens the fish may be fewer in numbers, but what is lacking in numbers is made up in size. June fishing offers some of the best opportunities to catch salmon between 20 and 40lb. July is primetime on the Gaula. In terms of both quantity and quality, and provides the best overall opportunity of both size and numbers of fish. Typically water levels stabilise and fish can be found throughout the river. During August anglers can target salmon on a dry fly or with a riffling hitch. There is nothing more exciting than seeing a 20lb plus salmon rise to a small skated dry fly.

GRINDAL LODGE Grindal Salmon Lodge (formerly Aunan Lodge) is located on the banks of the River Orkla and offers a little over five kilometres of continuous Atlantic salmon fly fishing. The fishing comprises 18 very different pools, most of which have both banks controlled by the lodge which is unique by Norwegian standards. Just 12 rods are allowed on the water, giving guests the space and variation to fish methodically and not feel rushed through pools.

The Orkla is one of the five major Atlantic salmon fly fishing rivers that run into the Trondheim Fjord, along with the Gaula, Nidelva, Stjordal and Verdal.

The salmon can run nearly 90km up the river from the fjord, with great holding pools and runs along the way. Grindal Salmon Lodge is conveniently based 55km from the mouth of the river meaning that fresh fish can reach the waters quickly and will often take up residency in the pools throughout the season.

NAMSENTUNET The River Namsen offers a wonderful variety of water for Atlantic salmon fly fishing spread over four large continuous beats. Numerous pools and holding areas provide exciting fishing throughout, with the added bonus of fishing from both banks as well as from boats. With so much fishing available, the beats are suitable for larger groups with 12-20 anglers fishing most weeks.

The Namsen is one of Norway’s most productive salmon rivers. This is attributed to a combination of factors, including a strong run of grilse in the mid to late summer and the presence of larger salmon in the 15-25lb+ range that provide an exhilarating challenge for anglers. The mix of sizes and strengths of salmon in the river adds to the excitement of fishing here.

OLDERO LODGE Once overlooked in favour of bigger Norwegian rivers, the Lakselv now ranks high on the list for fishermen looking for big salmon. Fishing on this small river from Oldero Fly Fishing Lodge compares well amongst Norwegian rivers, with a high average number of big salmon per season. The record stands at 55lb and several bigger fish have been lost.

If easy wading, floating lines, riffling hitch and big north Atlantic salmon is what you are after then the Lakselv, which offers exclusive fishing to just 12 rods on some of the finest fly water in Norway, is the perfect place.

Oldero Fly Fishing Lodge fishes a total of nine beats in a rotation that is decided at the beginning of each fishing week. During a week, anglers will fish all of the beats and will have a great chance to get into some exciting salmon fishing during their stay.

Oldero offers as private a fishing experience as is possible on the Lakselv. The lodge owns some parts of the river and leases other parts from landowners on an annual basis. This gives rods a much greater element of privacy compared to those who are fishing on public water.

The Cottage • Ordnance Road • Tidworth • Hampshire • SP9 7QD • UK Tel: +44 (0)1980 847389

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