My fishing life

Your comments and opinion on game-fishing matters

At the first Tweed Salmon Festival, our correspondent finds there is much to be optimistic about in the fishing world, even if Salmo salar continues to decline

I reckon that taking a break from specimen-hunting to go pleasure fishing is a tonic for the soul

Caught a memorable fish? Send your pictures to: troutandsalmon@twsgroup.com

Dick Waters recalls moments that make the hairs stand on the back of your neck

Today’s staunch game-fisher has good reason to thank yesterday’s stolid coarse angler, writes Mike Handyside