When it comes to outstanding fly-fishing rivers for Atlantic Salmon Russia's Kola Peninsula stands head and shoulders above the rest of the world as the ultimate destination for truly outstanding Salmon Fishing. There is a huge variety of Rivers, some of which contain healthy runs of almost untameable submarine sized Salmon whilst others are prolific beyond imagination. Almost all are in wild and rugged areas making a trip to the Kola Peninsula not just a Salmon fishers paradise but at the same time an absolute wilderness retreat.
WhereWiseMenFish association with the Atlantic Salmon Reserve
The Atlantic Salmon Reserve, founded by Peter Power is now owned and run by Vladimir Rybalchenko. An influential Russian national with an over-riding passion for Salmon fishing, Vladimir has taken on the burden of responsibility to maintain and grow this unique salmon fishing reserve and to protect it for future generations to come. As a result of Justin Maxwell Stuart’s long-standing assistance, knowledge and involvement with the Atlantic Salmon Reserve Vladimir has appointed WhereWiseMenFish via Justin to continue to assist, advise and support all aspects of the Atlantic Salmon Reserve.
Vladimir Rybalchenko on the Home Pool of the Kharlovka River
Hosted Weeks on the Kharlovka, Litza & Rynda by Justin Maxwell Stuart
Each year Justin will be hosting various weeks at the Atlantic Salmon Reserve. If you are interested in joining a hosted week or would like advice on any aspect of a weeks fishing on the Atlantic Salmon Reserve – equipment, logistics, availability and pricing then do not hesitate to get in touch.
2013 Hosted Weeks
13-20 July 2013 - Rynda - Spaces Available
20-27 July 2013 - Kharlovka/Litza - Spaces Available
24 -31 August 2013 – Kharlovka, Litza & Rynda –Three Rivers Programme - FULL
31 Aug -7 Sept 2013– Kharlovka, Litza & Rynda –Three Rivers Programme - FULL
A unparalleled opportunity to fish what must be considered three of the most charismatic Salmon rivers available. Based at the main Kharlovka Camp guests will venture forth to spend two days each fishing the Kharlovka, Litza and Rynda Rivers.
The Kola Peninsula is a unique environment in which to fish. It encompasses simply a long list of the best Salmon fishing Rivers in the world: Kharlovka, Litza, Rynda, Kola, Ponoi, Varzina, Yokanga, Varzuga and Umba as well as numerous smaller rivers and tributaries. A general introduction to the fishing, its allure and the 'WhereWiseMenFish Rivers' we love and have comprehensive knowledge of.
There are few rivers which have quite the kudos of the Atlantic Salmon fishing on offer at both the Kharlovka & Litza Rivers. The Litza is frequently referred to as the ultimate Salmon River consisting of waterfalls, gorge and huge Salmon. The Kharlovka River fished in conjunction with the Litza is the location of the main camp has one of the best home pools in existence and an equal share of 30-40lb + Atlantic Salmon.
The Rynda could be likened to an exquisite medium sized Scottish Highland River. Home of Peter Power, founder of the Atlantic Salmon Reserve and catering for just 12 guests it is a fishing lodge where exclusivity is combined with simply outstanding service. The river has very strong runs of sizeable MSW Salmon up to and beyond 40lbs whilst being augmented by an equally healthy runs of grilse. Combined with the Zolotoya the Rynda is a true fisherman's river.
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Early season Salmon Fishing in Russia can be a cold business with the rivers typically sitting at between 3-7 degrees for the first 3 weeks of the season in late May and early June. Big Bodied tubes are essential with Templedogs and Snaeldas being amongst the most popular. By late June or early July ( depending on where you are fishing) the action will move to surface flies flies either being tied with a hitch or using the specially created hole in the side of all the hitched tubes and the sunrays as well as bombers.
In the Northern Rivers where fish over 20lbs are common it is essential you use flies tied on extra strong hooks such as Partridge Doubles. The small 1/2 and 1/4 inch Snaeldas can also be very effective.
Anyone booking a trip with WhereWiseMenFish will receive a free box of Salmon Flies for the trip as well as receiving a 20% discount off any additional flies.
