YOUTH

FISHING

Young Persons Fly Fishing and Coaching.

Lake of Menteith Season 2008

The Lake of Menteith Fisheries Company have a fly fishing club called the “Cormorants” at the Lake of Menteith, Stirling. Free fishing and boat handling tuition is given from our suitably qualified and experienced coach and boatpersons (Scottish Anglers National Association Level 3 Award, Scottish Angler’s Leaders Award, Enhanced Disclosure Scotland). The permits are heavily discounted (£5 per individual per evening). All fishing is by boat which takes place weekly on Tuesday Evenings from 6pm till around 9 or 9.30pm and runs from 6th May until the 12th August. The club currently has 10-12 members but we are looking to extend membership to a maximum of 20 persons. Tackle and equipment is available on loan during initial stages. Life jackets are provided.

During the winter there are regular fly tying lessons evenings on the Lake premises.

The club is aimed at people between the ages of 9 and 16. Acceptance for the course will be on a first come first served basis. If you are interested please contact the Coach (details below).

Further Information (including advice on rods etc) please contact the fishing coach Alasdair Mair 0141 889 8643 or mobile 07860 368472, 8 Vorlich Gardens, Balgaffray, Bearsden G61 4QY. Or alternatively contact the Manager of the Fisheries Quint Glen via www.menteith-fisheries.co.uk or on 07710 433464. Next time you are in the area drop in to the Port of Menteith and have a look around the fishery.