 This set of modules includes an array of facts, lessons and resource materials that covers almost anything a beginning Atlantic salmon and Salmonid angler will need to know. The purpose is to assist those teaching young adults the pleasures of salmon and trout angling. It does so in light of the need for these 21st century anglers to practice conservation ethics that match the needs of the rivers and the fish. TOPICS Fly casting, fly tying, lines, knots, reading a river’s currents, live release skills, ethics, etiquette, safety, natural history of species, and an introduction to restoration are all here. So too are background materials, such as an atlas of North American salmon rivers, and a guide to the trout species encountered in northeastern North America. HINTS ON USE READ CAREFULLY THE TABLE OF CONTENTS! It gives an overview of the topics covered, and anyone using the guide needs to understand the scope of topics covered. It is intended that Magic on the Rivers be flexible enough to accommodate a variety of approaches.
The material can be step-by-step guide, or it may be used as a “reminder” to a teacher of topics to discuss, but using the instructor’s own favourite method. Depending on the instructor’s approach, there may be a wish to “mix and match” the materials of different modules. Attached on this page is a .pdf file of the introduction. Check it out for an overview and table of contents of the program.
Program Units:
INTRODUCTION - Magic on the Rivers
- Introductory Remarks together with the
- Table of Contents set the stage for the remainder of the 126-page program guide.
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MODULE 1 - Fly Casting
Learning the basics of fly casting - basic skills that last a lifetime.
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MODULE 2 - Fly tying
A guided, visual step-by-step approach to tying flies and learning about their heritage. Includes a visual selection of modern flies.
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MODULE 3 - Reading a River, a Scale and the Rod
This module gets to the heart of understanding the river environment, as well as learning about the natural history of salmon and trout.
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MODULE 4 - Live Release, Etiquette, Ethics & Safety
For the salmon angler of today and tomorrow, conservation is a core value. This module outlines many of the principles and codes of conduct - plus techniques - that fit into that approach.
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MODULE 5 - Meet the Salmonid Family
Learn about other salmonids (trout and salmon) and their lives, suggestions on playing a fish without exhausting it, knots & angling line, and an atlas of North American salmon rivers |
MODULE 6 - Working for the Future
The last section of the program takes angling into the future with a focus on helping salmon and treat meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
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