The golden age for taimen fishermen on the Eg and its tributaries is still going on. Follow strictly the fishing regulations. Remember always to use barbless hooks (no trebles) and remember also a due treatment of the landed fish and its revival before releasing it back to the river.

Show respect for the staff at the fishing lodge. Everybody does his best to guarantee you a happy and successful fishing. Listen to the guides’ advice they are very experienced and reliable fishermen. Take care of your good physical condition both before and during the fishing trip.

Do not rely on only one special rod and reel, accidents can always happen in the middle of the wilderness. Make good use of your different fly lines. Particularly during the early season fishing the deeper water demands a line that sinks quickly enough. In general use the intermediate line is pretty good. Reserve some 200 yards of backing and check that the reel drag works smoothly. Tie or bug yourself big enough selection of different kinds of flies. Pay special attention to the strength of your flies on the river of the Eg flies get worn more easily than somewhere else. Suitable fly-sizes for this river is generally 6 and 8, both singles and doubles. Take along also a good selection of ordinary trout flies. The river offers you a possibility to catch really fine, taimen, lenok, pike and grayling. The bigger (numbers 8-10) dryflies as well as silvery streamers catch well. A light travelling rod with a reel and a floating line does not take much room within your luggage. The river is stony and the fish big and fierce. Use your rod effectively. When playing a fish, use the whole bend of the rod the aim is to release also the big taimen quickly and in good condition to continue their way. To be successful demands rather good skills and becoming absorbed in the fishing. Still, try also to see something else than just the water. The whole nature in Eg with its birdlife, animals and spectacular scenery is unique and magnificent. Take enough film rolls with you. A waterproof plastic bag is useful for preserving your camera and other small items.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FISHING