Hello all,

so I finally lost my virginity in Norway. Just returned from the Mandal and caught two fish. As some of you will know I vowed to return the first and call her Inge after my wife and kept the second for her to eat and gain strength for the fight to come. The trip was magic and the two pulls I felt got me hooked for life. I'm now a salmon angler, but did I catch two salmon? In the hurry to unhook and return the first fish safely I just didn't bother to check carefully whether I caught a salmon or a (big) sea trout. I know you pro's will definitely sort it out for the novice I am. Thanks upfront for all comments.



Inge



A grilse or a (small) salmon?

Johan

PS Thanks to all of you for your moral support, somehow I think I couldn't have done it without your encouraging posts and PM's. And sorry Ryan, I was so keyed up in fishing I didn't even contact you to arrange a meet. Will correct my unforgivable negligence next year with a good bottle on the side.

Well done J, nice to see you on the forum.

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Well done that man....now you can show your good lady the ropes concerning this salmon fishing game when she feels better, as she surely will.

May the good Lord bless both of you.

Lochan

Absolutely gorgeous fish Johan! Going to Sommedieu this Saturday to get in some mellowing out time.

Take care

Terry

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Very well done Johan, two beautiful salmon. Believe me, that excitment never lessens.
Best wishes to you and your family my friend,

Reg Wyatt

I'm glad you got your Salmon Johan..

good to hear from you as well, you and Inge will be in my thoughts.. But blimey do shave the next time you show your face..

Jerry

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Beautiful fish and river Congratulations!
All the best to you and yours

congratulations Johan - good to hear from you again

Well done Johan,knew you would get there..

Jim

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Well done Johan,my best wishes for the future

Neil