Nethermills Counter

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  The counter at Nethermills is operational and salmon have been passing through the fish passes throughout the summer months with little problem. However, when checking the counter operation this morning at Nethermills, Ayrshire Rivers Trust staff found two broken off lines on the upper dam beside the fish pass.   A gentle reminder is […]

Illegal Fishing at Nethermills

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We were sent images that I have forwarded to the DSFB and others, of a person spinning at Nethermills fish pass last night. I have blanked his face out in this image and I hope he sees this and takes note of the legislation outlined below. Police and DSFB are aware of the situation at […]

Sunday Salmon Fishing Rules

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The rules regarding fishing for Salmon on a Sunday are clear and haven’t changed….there is no legal right to fish for salmon on a Sunday. The DSFB highlights this as it has come to our attention that an angler was caught fishing in Sorn today and claimed he didn’t know that Sunday fishing for salmon […]

Ayr DSFB Code of Conduct

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Here’s the revised Code of Conduct for 2017 hat applies to all salmon fishing throughout the catchment. Local Club rules also apply.   RIVER AYR DISTRICT SALMON FISHERY BOARD  (Revised Code of Conduct 2017 Category 2 River ) The National Policy for Catch and Release of Salmon is supported by the Board.   The Board requests […]

Written permission

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The bailiffs have asked the Board to remind anglers that they must be able to provide written permission if asked when on the river. The Law states clearly that anyone fishing for salmon must carry written permission and produce it when requested by a warranted bailiff. Clubs may also require written permission to be produce […]