Outdoor Norway - Norway - page 61

Long woollen scarf.
Woollen mittens plus windproof and waterproof mittens.
Air-filled sleeping pad.
Arctic-strength sleeping bag filled with synthetics or down; only necessary if you're likely
to be sleeping out overnight.
Swiss Army knife.
Torch (flashlight) with extra batteries or headlamp.
Fishing
Norway's rivers and lakes have drawn avid anglers since the 19th century and salmon-fish-
ing is the undisputed star attraction. Norway's salmon runs are still legendary and, in June
and July, you can't beat the rivers of Finnmark. In addition to salmon, 41 other fish species
inhabit the country's 200,000 rivers and lakes. In the south, you'll find the best fishing
from June to September, and in the north, in July and August.
The 175-page book Angling in Norway, available from tourist offices for Nkr200, de-
tails the best salmon- and trout-fishing areas, as well as fees and regulations, of which
there are many.
Regulations vary between rivers but, generally, from mid-September to November, fish
under 20cm must be thrown back. At other times between August and May, the limit is
30cm. Fishing is prohibited within 100m of fish farms, or cables and nets that are
anchored or fastened to the shore, and fishing with live bait is illegal.
Anyone over 16 who wishes to fish in Norway needs to purchase an annual licence
(Nkr240 for salmon, trout and char), which is sold at post offices. Check out fiskerav-
gift.miljodirektoratet.no for more information on the fee. To fish on private land, you must
also purchase a local licence (Nkr75 to Nkr500 per day), which is available from sports
shops, hotels, campgrounds and tourist offices. Some areas require a compulsory equip-
ment disinfection certificate (Nkr125).
Fishing Destinations
Tana Bru Legendary salmon fishing.
Reisa National Park Another good salmon venue.