Scottish Game Fair

FISHING
Fisherman’s Row will welcome thousands of anglers to the banks of the Tay again this year with some new and exciting features for 2018.

As well as the favourite attractions, there will be the Fly Fishing Mall dedicated to the sport and showcasing popular stalls from 2017 as well as some new outlets. The layout on Fisherman’s Row has been developed to include the Fishing Village; offering a more open outlook to the river.

FLY FISHING VILLAGE
Promoted by Fly Fishing and Fly Tying Magazine who have gathered top fishing traders under the one roof to provide an interesting array of products, services and promotions. The Scottish Ladies Fly Fishing Association, supported by Glenda Powell, will be in attendance, offering advice and assistance on the river and at the nearby dry casting area.

CASTING CLINIC
Once again, we have GAIA fly casting instructors and guides on hand who can teach you how to cast the fly or will help you iron out any existing casting problems. The Casting Clinic is located on the river, away from the crowds, and you can choose a male or female instructor using top quality ORVIS equipment

2018 FLY CASTING DEMONSTRATIONS
Fly Casting demonstrations on the river and in the main ring feature a wide range of casting techniques from well-known casting experts from Scotland, and Ireland

Friday
11.00 The A to Z of casting and improving technique – Scott Mackenzie
12.00 Casting in simple terms – Glenda Powell
13.00 Single Handed Fly Casts and Spey Casts for Trout – Andrew Toft
14.00 The A to Z of casting and improving technique – Scott Mackenzie
14.30 Efficient Spey Casting Techniques – Andrew Toft and Blaine Lyon
15.00 Spey Casting with single and double handed rods – Andrew Toft
16.00 Casting in simple terms – Glenda Powell

Saturday
11.00 Casting in simple terms – Glenda Powell
12.00 How to improve your Fly Casting – Jim Tomlinson
12.30 Spey Casting with single and double handed rods – Andrew Toft
13.00 Single and double handed casting techniques – Scott Mackenzie *
14.00 Casting in simple terms – Glenda Powell
15.00 How to improve your Fly Casting – Jim Tomlinson
15.03 The A to Z of casting and improving technique – Scott Mackenzie
16.00 Spey Casting with single and double handed rods – Andrew Toft

Sunday
11.00 Spey Casting with single and double handed rods – Andrew Toft
12.00 Casting in simple terms – Glenda Powell
13.00 The A to Z of casting and improving technique – Scott Mackenzie
14.00 Spey Casting with single and double handed rods – Andrew Toft
15.00 Casting in simple terms – Glenda Powell
16.00 The A to Z of casting and improving technique – Scott Mackenzie

FISHING COMPETITIONS
Saturday & Sunday
The Salmon Fly Distance, Trout Fly Distance and Trout Fly Accuracy
The winner of each event, each day in each category will be presented with a prize (donated by show traders, incl. Tinto Trout Fishery). Entry fees payable at the Fishing Control Tent.

Sunday
Orvis Scottish Game Fair Challenge Trophy
A combination of salmon fly distance; trout fly distance and trout fly accuracy. Prize for the top scoring gentleman, lady and junior is a set of Orvis convertible waders.

Sunday
Scottish Open Spey Casting Championship
Top prize: a day’s salmon fishing for two, including dinner, bed and breakfast at the Ballathie House Hotel.

Saturday & Sunday – 17.00
Presentation of prizes at the Fishing Control tent