Buzzers Fly
Fly Fishing Breaks in Perthshire by Harry Young
The River Tay in Perthshire is world famous for its high quality salmon fishing. However, Perthshire trout fishing is of an equally high standard with plenty of well-stocked fisheries and hill lochs to choose from. With reasonable prices, stunning scenery and centrally located, Perthshire offers the trout angler everything and is perfect for a short or long fishing break. The following short list describes just a few popular high quality fisheries that are easy to get to and all close to each other.
Glensherrup Reservoir Fishery
Set amidst the Ochil Hills, this 29 acre loch offers fly fishing for hard fighting brown, golden, and rainbow trout from both bank and boat. The reservoir is known for its crystal clear water, making seeing and targetting fish easier. Although most of the rainbows average the 2 lb mark, there are double figure fish in the loch. Advice, flies and rod hire are all available at the hut and the Anglers Lodge provides hot and cold snacks, tea and coffee. Gold Head Damsels prove successful flies as do Buzzers and Daddies from April to October.
Loch Leven
Trout anglers all over the world hold Loch Leven as one of the best. This large, shallow (the average depth is only 12ft) loch is stocked with rainbows that go into double figures, and the unique Loch Leven trout which is a strain of brown trout but is silvery like a sea trout. They are known for their fighting qualities and, once landed make a delicious meal. The most popular and successful flies are sedges and buzzers. With excellent facilities such as a small fleet of boats, bar snacks and packed lunches, and its own fish rearing operation, every trout angler should pay Loch Leven a visit.
Gartmorn Dam Fishery
This fishery is located in peaceful Gartmorn Dam Country Park and is one of the most scenic in the area. The 167 acre reservoir with its impressive dam is very well stocked with quality rainbows and brownies mostly under 10 lbs, and offers both bank and boat fishing. Facilities here are superb such as a visitor centre with ample parking and toilets, friendly staff who are on hand to provide fishing advice and first aid, and the opportunity to take part in Troutmaster competitions.
Glenquey Reservoir
Glenquey Reservoir is one of the few fisheries that stocks only brown trout. Set in beautiful surroundings this tranquil water has gently sloping banks which makes for easy wading; ideal since there no boats available. The dry fly fisherman will see good catches on Dark Grouse, Wickham’s Fancy or Black Hoppers, while wet fly anglers should tie on a trusty Peter Ross coupled with a Zulu or a favourite silver or gold bodied fly further into the season. Aside from the superb fishing, Glenquey also has very reasonable prices.
River Devon
The River Devon winds through the Ochil Hills where it has been dammed to form three reservoirs, and then down into picturesque Glen Devon. While its trout are many, they tend to be on the small side. However, this is balanced by good runs of sea trout and salmon. There is varied bank fishing in deep pools and near waterfalls with shallower stretches more suitable for wading.
Frandy Fishery
Located up in the scenic Ochil Hills, Frandy Fishery gives excellent fly fishing for brownies, rainbows and blues. Their stocking policy means that more fish go in on a weekly basis than come out; so chances of a big catch are good. The excellent amenities include a large, well situated car park, 14 boats including lifejackets, tuition service, and a well-stocked lodge selling lures and flies including the famous Frandy “Killers”.
Permits
Fishing permits are available from many local shops, pubs and hotels. When buying one, always ask what the local rules and regulations are, and, to avoid disappointment, don’t forget to ask about no Sunday fishing.
About the Author
Harry Young works for Toltech Internet Solutions and writes on behalf of An Lochan. For a central base from which to fly fish Perthshire, Scotland visit 4 star An Lochan Country Inn, Perthshire. Fresh Highland food, fine wines and ales, and comfortable rooms in a scenic Scottish setting. Contact An Lochan to find out about special rates and deals for fly fishing.
Fly Tying Lesson – Blush Buzzer
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VINTAGE ANTIQUE FISHING REEL fly stubby rod reel pat’d oct. 4 1920 $20.50 |
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IM-6 Deep Blue Med/Fast Custom Graphite Fly Rod, 7’9″, 3 Wt., 4 Pc., Sock, NR $59.00 |
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Ex Display Flextec CDX66 Trout Fly Rod 10′ 5/6 Rrp £149.99 $36.36 |
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Vintage Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod Crafting Book 1843-1960 $28.99 |
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fly rod ferrules $9.99 |
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Sage TXL-F 7ft 10inch 0wt 4pc Fly Rod $625.00 |
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Irideus ZEN SPEY Casting Switch Fly Fishing Rod Shooting Head Fly Fishing Line $19.84 |
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Flextec Speycaster Salmon Double Handed Fly Rod 13ft 8/9 RRP £349.99 $58.49 |
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Sage TXL-F 7ft 10inch 2wt 4pc Fly Rod $625.00 |
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Irideus Fly Box TWO RISE Flip Page Fly Fishing Boxes Extra Page for trout Flies $33.33 |
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Sage TXL-F 7ft 10inch 3wt 4pc Fly Rod $625.00 |
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Vintage D Slater Newark on Trent England 4 piece greenheart fly fishing rod $129.99 |
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FLY FISHING ROD 3 PC SPLIT BAMBOO WORK IN PROCESS $27.77 |
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fly rod bamboo $70.00 |
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Simms G3 Waders XXL Extra Extra Large (12-13 Foot) Free Shipping Worldwide $429.00 |
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FLY FISHING ROD 4 PC SPLIT BAMBOO WORK IN PROCESS $19.99 |
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Flextec StreamTec Fly Rod For Stream River Fishing RRP £249.99 – 10′ #6 $48.99 |
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Simms G3 Waders XLK Extra Large King (12-13 Foot) Free Shipping Worldwide $429.00 |
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Simms G3 Waders XLL Extra Large Long (12-13 Foot) Free Shipping Worldwide $429.00 |
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Orvis Helios Ion 7′ 9″ | 5wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex 7.0 $750.00 |
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Orvis Helios Ion 7′ 6″ | 3wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex 7.0 $750.00 |
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Orvis ZG Helios Fly Rod 8′ 4″ | 3wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex $775.00 |
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Orvis Helios Ion 7′ | 4wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex 7.0 $750.00 |
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Orvis ZG Helios Fly Rod 8′ 6″ | 5wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex $775.00 |
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Orvis ZG Helios Fly Rod 8′ 6″ | 4wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex $775.00 |
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SCOTT G2843/4 8′ 4″ 3 wt NEW 4 pc fly fishing rod G2 843/4–FREE WORLD SHIPPING $725.00 |
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Simms G3 Guide Pant ML Medium Long Free Ship Worldwide $399.00 |
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Cortland Fly Rod Big Sky Series 9ft 4 Piece #4 Line NEW $260.00 |
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Critchfield Para 15 Bamboo Fly Rod 8ft 2 piece 2 tip 5/6wt lines $600.00 |
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Fiberglass 4 pc Fly Fishing Rod, Gold Trophy, BP-15, carbonology, 7′ 7″, ref#023 $26.25 |
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Montague 2 pc Clear Lake fiberglass Fly Rod, 8’6″, ref# 006 $9.95 |
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SP VENTED FISHING SHIRT for fly fishing or rod angler $49.27 |
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L.L. BEAN ‘STREAMLIGHT’ Fly Fishing Rod 2-Piece 9ft, w/aluminum tube NEVER USED $99.95 |
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G.Loomis Pro 4X 1085-4 FR Fly Rod $350.00 |
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Custom made AC Hamer split bamboo 3 pc fly rod, one agate lined guide, ref# 008 $26.00 |
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PERMIT FLY BOX for fly fishing rod reel & line rrp$69 $42.37 |
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BAMBOO ROD SECTIONS FOR REPAIR OR PARTS $9.99 |
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ODYSSEY XT (2.7m) 9ft 8W FLY ROD + CORDURA TRAVEL ROD TUBE $64.79 |
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2 (Two) Vintage Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod Pole 12′ 7″ and 13′ 7″ $29.99 |
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Beautiful Vintage Hardy Brothers Bamboo Fly Rod 8’6″ – #6 $208.50 |
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Fly Logic Fishing 6/ 7 Wt Rod Reel Case Tube Line Kit Combo New Tactics Book US $229.99 |
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Wright & McGill Granger 2 pc STEELIE vintage fishing rod, 8-1/2′, ref # 041 $9.95 |
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SCOTT G2844/4 8′ 4″ 4 wt NEW 4 pc fly fishing rod G2 844/4–FREE WORLD SHIPPING $725.00 |
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3 pc split bamboo fly rod, unmarked, 8′ 2-5/8″, plastic reel seat, ref# 009 $9.95 |
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Fly Logic Fishing 5/ 6 Wt Rod Reel Case Tube Line Kit Combo New Tactics Book US $199.99 |
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Vintage Olympic 2 pc fly rod, split bamboo, 5′ 3-3/4″, rainbow wraps, ref# 007 $16.68 |
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LOOP (NANO) CROSS S1 6 weight, 9′ 4 pc. New + MULTI 3-6 reel-Free Shipping! $865.95 |
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NEW HARDY DELUXE LEATHER ROD TUBE ( 20″ x 2.5″) – OTHER LARGER SIZES AVAILABLE $98.19 |
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St. Croix Avid 8’6″ 5 Weight ., 4 pc. Fly Rod, NEW! $260.00 |
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Vintage Pemco Fly Rod Reel #85 Works Good, Vintage Fishing Gear, Perrine Mfg. Co $9.99 |
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VINTAGE ANTIQUE FISHING REEL fly stubby rod reel pat’d oct. 4 1920 $20.50 |
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IM-6 Deep Blue Med/Fast Custom Graphite Fly Rod, 7’9″, 3 Wt., 4 Pc., Sock, NR $59.00 |
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Ex Display Flextec CDX66 Trout Fly Rod 10′ 5/6 Rrp £149.99 $36.36 |
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Vintage Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod Crafting Book 1843-1960 $28.99 |
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fly rod ferrules $9.99 |
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Sage TXL-F 7ft 10inch 0wt 4pc Fly Rod $625.00 |
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Irideus ZEN SPEY Casting Switch Fly Fishing Rod Shooting Head Fly Fishing Line $19.84 |
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Flextec Speycaster Salmon Double Handed Fly Rod 13ft 8/9 RRP £349.99 $58.49 |
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Sage TXL-F 7ft 10inch 2wt 4pc Fly Rod $625.00 |
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Irideus Fly Box TWO RISE Flip Page Fly Fishing Boxes Extra Page for trout Flies $33.33 |
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Sage TXL-F 7ft 10inch 3wt 4pc Fly Rod $625.00 |
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Vintage D Slater Newark on Trent England 4 piece greenheart fly fishing rod $129.99 |
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FLY FISHING ROD 3 PC SPLIT BAMBOO WORK IN PROCESS $27.77 |
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fly rod bamboo $70.00 |
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Simms G3 Waders XXL Extra Extra Large (12-13 Foot) Free Shipping Worldwide $429.00 |
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FLY FISHING ROD 4 PC SPLIT BAMBOO WORK IN PROCESS $19.99 |
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Flextec StreamTec Fly Rod For Stream River Fishing RRP £249.99 – 10′ #6 $48.99 |
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Simms G3 Waders XLK Extra Large King (12-13 Foot) Free Shipping Worldwide $429.00 |
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Simms G3 Waders XLL Extra Large Long (12-13 Foot) Free Shipping Worldwide $429.00 |
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Orvis Helios Ion 7′ 9″ | 5wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex 7.0 $750.00 |
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Orvis Helios Ion 7′ 6″ | 3wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex 7.0 $750.00 |
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Orvis ZG Helios Fly Rod 8′ 4″ | 3wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex $775.00 |
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Orvis Helios Ion 7′ | 4wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex 7.0 $750.00 |
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Orvis ZG Helios Fly Rod 8′ 6″ | 5wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex $775.00 |
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Orvis ZG Helios Fly Rod 8′ 6″ | 4wt. | 4pc. | Mid-flex $775.00 |
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SCOTT G2843/4 8′ 4″ 3 wt NEW 4 pc fly fishing rod G2 843/4–FREE WORLD SHIPPING $725.00 |
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Simms G3 Guide Pant ML Medium Long Free Ship Worldwide $399.00 |
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Cortland Fly Rod Big Sky Series 9ft 4 Piece #4 Line NEW $260.00 |
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Critchfield Para 15 Bamboo Fly Rod 8ft 2 piece 2 tip 5/6wt lines $600.00 |
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Fiberglass 4 pc Fly Fishing Rod, Gold Trophy, BP-15, carbonology, 7′ 7″, ref#023 $26.25 |
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Montague 2 pc Clear Lake fiberglass Fly Rod, 8’6″, ref# 006 $9.95 |
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SP VENTED FISHING SHIRT for fly fishing or rod angler $49.27 |
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L.L. BEAN ‘STREAMLIGHT’ Fly Fishing Rod 2-Piece 9ft, w/aluminum tube NEVER USED $99.95 |
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G.Loomis Pro 4X 1085-4 FR Fly Rod $350.00 |
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Custom made AC Hamer split bamboo 3 pc fly rod, one agate lined guide, ref# 008 $26.00 |
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PERMIT FLY BOX for fly fishing rod reel & line rrp$69 $42.37 |
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BAMBOO ROD SECTIONS FOR REPAIR OR PARTS $9.99 |
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ODYSSEY XT (2.7m) 9ft 8W FLY ROD + CORDURA TRAVEL ROD TUBE $64.79 |
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2 (Two) Vintage Bamboo Fly Fishing Rod Pole 12′ 7″ and 13′ 7″ $29.99 |
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Beautiful Vintage Hardy Brothers Bamboo Fly Rod 8’6″ – #6 $208.50 |
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Fly Logic Fishing 6/ 7 Wt Rod Reel Case Tube Line Kit Combo New Tactics Book US $229.99 |
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Wright & McGill Granger 2 pc STEELIE vintage fishing rod, 8-1/2′, ref # 041 $9.95 |
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SCOTT G2844/4 8′ 4″ 4 wt NEW 4 pc fly fishing rod G2 844/4–FREE WORLD SHIPPING $725.00 |
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3 pc split bamboo fly rod, unmarked, 8′ 2-5/8″, plastic reel seat, ref# 009 $9.95 |
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Fly Logic Fishing 5/ 6 Wt Rod Reel Case Tube Line Kit Combo New Tactics Book US $199.99 |
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Vintage Olympic 2 pc fly rod, split bamboo, 5′ 3-3/4″, rainbow wraps, ref# 007 $16.68 |
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LOOP (NANO) CROSS S1 6 weight, 9′ 4 pc. New + MULTI 3-6 reel-Free Shipping! $865.95 |
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NEW HARDY DELUXE LEATHER ROD TUBE ( 20″ x 2.5″) – OTHER LARGER SIZES AVAILABLE $98.19 |
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St. Croix Avid 8’6″ 5 Weight ., 4 pc. Fly Rod, NEW! $260.00 |
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Vintage Pemco Fly Rod Reel #85 Works Good, Vintage Fishing Gear, Perrine Mfg. Co $9.99 |