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Go fishing in more than 500 fishing lakes and rivers
The line tugs, and excitement builds; could it be a big trout on the hook? Voss offers freshwater fishing in over 500 lakes and rivers, providing an excellent opportunity to delve into magnificent nature amid the majestic landscapes of Western Norway.
Whether you are an experienced fly fisher like Ingvild Aurdal, have only been fishing for a few seasons, or are just starting, the freshwater fishing in Myrkdalen, Voss, and Vikafjell is genuinely unique. People worldwide, including America, the Netherlands, Belgium, and England, travel here to try their luck fishing.
“Many still don't realize how many lakes and rivers we have here and how spoiled we are with high-quality fish,” Ingvild explains.
She has been fishing since she was five, but it wasn't until 2009 that she tried fly fishing. Since then, Ingvild has won multiple national championships, competed in European and World Championships, and became the first female certified fly casting instructor through the Norwegian Association of Hunters and Anglers (NJFF).
In the midst of nature
Ingvild grew up on a farm in Ulvik with the river right outside her front door, and river fishing has remained her favourite activity.
“Being in the middle of the river surrounded by flowing water and looking for rises to cast at is exciting.” She adds, "Fly fishing is as much about observation and finding peace as it is about technique and knowledge.”
“The experience is very visual; you see everything as it happens. With clear water and fish jumping, making precise casts to present the fly convincingly as a natural insect becomes crucial. Timing is everything, says Ingvild.
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There is no such thing as lousy fishing weather
And that is fortunate, considering there are more than 500 fishing lakes and rivers to cast flies in. Western Norway can offer sunny, hot days or pouring rainstorms in summer or fall.
“The cool thing about fly fishing is that it doesn't really depend on the weather; you can easily adjust your approach. Whether it is sunny or rainy it doesn't greatly affect your chances of catching fish, particularly if you understand insect life and fish behavior in various conditions. Even when the fish aren't biting, creativity can make all the difference," Ingvild adds enthusiastically.
