Steffan Jones’ new book on sea trout fishing (Sea Trout Tips, Tricks & Tribulations) was released in 2018. It covers everything from daytime fly, night-time fly, spin fishing, bait fishing and more. It has been very well received with many great…
Large brook dun / march brown fly fishing – emerger & dun fly patterns by Steffan Jones
Large brook dun / march brown fly fishing pattern – by Steffan Jones I am not much of an entomologist – I am the first to admit this. Is it a midge or a gnat? It is small and black,…
10 Top Tips for targeting and catching river brown trout – by Steffan Jones
Steffan Jones shares his 10 top fly fishing tips for catching river trout. Why do a handful of anglers seem to have all the luck? Why do they always have luck both in terms of numbers and also the size…
Sea trout night-time fly fishing – Surface lure fly pattern
Sea Trout Surface Lures; Striking the Perfect Balance – by Steffan Jones When it comes to sea trout flies the ones I tend to adapt and experiment with the most are undoubtedly surface lures. The reason why is simple; they…
Sunray shadow – fishing and tying techniques by Steffan Jones
The Sunray Shadow; versatility and simplicity personified (by Steffan Jones) The sunray shadow is an immensely useful and versatile fly, often provoking a reaction when nothing else will. It can work throughout the season and under almost all river levels…
5 Top Tips for catching sea trout (sewin) – by Steffan Jones
5 Top Tips for catching sea trout (sewin) – by Steffan Jones Sea trout are mysterious creatures at the best of times. However, the following should provide valuable insight into their habits and how best to approach them during your…
River emerger pattern – an emerger for all seasons by Steffan Jones
An emerger for all seasons – by Steffan Jones Large Brook Duns are a big meal and one that any self-respecting trout would reluctantly refuse, as each morsel provides substantial sustenance. As a rule, they do not hatch in the…
Sea trout night-time fly fishing – Daioni fly pattern
Daioni – A Sea Trout Fly – By Steffan Jones Calon lan yn llawn daioni’; part of a very famous Welsh hymn and one that shares the name of my favourite sea trout fly, the daioni with daioni literally meaning…