The sun was still hiding behind the mountains when the alarm clock went off in the chilly morning apartment. It was one of the last mornings in May, and my good friend Žiga and I were already gearing up for the water. The sky, already slightly light, was covered in gray clouds, and mists were…

Everyone familiar with fly fishing likely dreams of landing a trophy fish from the very first moment. With experience, however, one learns that large and beautiful wild fish are special for a reason. As the old saying goes: ”When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.” Or should I say; When the angler is…

When thinking about the Krka River, most people envision a larger karst river, its floods, and the picturesque Dolenjska landscape. In Slovenia, it is renowned as the only major river with limestone thresholds, and within its stream lies the romantic Otočec Castle. However, for a fly fisherman, its main beauties lie beneath the surface. It…

Fly fishing is a sport that constantly evolves due to the pursuit of greater success, environmental changes, and advancements in science. Each year, leading brands introduce new models of fly rods, reels, lines, and more. Hooks and fly-tying equipment also continue to develop, resulting in increasingly realistic patterns. Alongside improved polarized eyewear and evolving angling…

The fishing season, strictly regulated like in other developed European countries, is also well defined in Slovenia. During winter, fishing for most salmonid species is prohibited, allowing the fish to reproduce and rest, while anglers eagerly anticipate the start of the season, preparing their flies and building excitement. The decision was made to open the…