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About Stanislav Mankov

Fly Fishing with Stanislav Mankov Welcome, Fly Fishing Friends to my website! I’m an avid angler, a life-long outdoorsman, and a devoted conservationist and naturalist. My relationship with nature has served as the inspiration behind my career choices thus far, and I’m

Above The Tree Line – Trout Fishing – (Pirin Mountain – Bulgaria)

Dates for Season 2026: • 10–13 July 2026 (Friday–Monday)• 24–27 July 2026 (Friday–Monday)• 11–14 September 2026 (Friday–Monday)• 18–21 September 2026 (Friday–Monday) 4-day programs are available between June and late September, depending on weather conditions. Fishing in the alpine lakes of Pirin National Park is permitted only during weekends and national bank holidays, helping protect wild trout populations. While the season begins in June, the most reliable conditions are typically found in July and September. For bespoke dates and [...]

Above The Tree Line – Trout Fishing – (Pirin Mountain – Bulgaria)2026-03-18T07:16:11+02:00

Native Trout Restoration in the Struma, Mesta, and Maritsa River Basins-Bulgaria

Joining This month, I was invited by a friend to take part as a volunteer in a conservation project focused on the restoration of native trout populations in selected rivers within the Struma, Mesta, and Maritsa river basins. Although my participation came at the very end, the project itself has been active for the past two years and concluded with this final field effort. For me, it was a real privilege to be involved in a project [...]

Native Trout Restoration in the Struma, Mesta, and Maritsa River Basins-Bulgaria2026-01-27T15:35:19+02:00

Tackle Review: Guideline NT11 10/11 wt Switch – The Hucho Cannon

On Paper Brand: Guideline Length: 11’6” (350 cm) Line Rating: #10/11 Sections: 6-piece Recommended Line Weight: approx. 46–52 g (709–803 grains) Action: Deep progressive with fast recovery Construction: High-modulus graphite with advanced reinforcement Designed For: All Hucho species, big river predators, heavy sink tips Alternative uses: Surf Casting, Steelhead fishing, King Salmon Fishing Casting Style: Overhead casting & Roll casting Use Case: Large and sometimes heavy flies, powerful currents, demanding conditions The [...]

Tackle Review: Guideline NT11 10/11 wt Switch – The Hucho Cannon2026-01-27T15:34:40+02:00

Happy Days – Salmon Fly Fishing in the UK – 2025 Trip Report

A new twist this year was the addition of a private chef, who joined us to prepare our meals and elevate the whole experience. It turned out to be a brilliant decision — the food was excellent, and it saved us valuable time that we happily traded for more hours on the water. Ivo, our chef, proved to be a true expert in the kitchen, serving fantastic meals each day and [...]

Happy Days – Salmon Fly Fishing in the UK – 2025 Trip Report2025-10-31T10:06:06+02:00

Stepping Forward – A Journey Of Recovery

The trout and grayling season started wonderfully for me and all my groups this spring. Everything was going well with my fishing trips — until May 22nd, when I made the not-so-bright decision to play Spider-Man, jump between terraces, and fell about five meters. That misadventure landed me in the hospital for 25 days. I managed to break my nose, jaw, cheekbones, and even my heel. Thankfully, I avoided brain or spine damage — [...]

Stepping Forward – A Journey Of Recovery2025-10-10T18:13:38+03:00

Djibuti – At The Edge of Africa

Dates for Next Season:  March and/or April Exact dates to be decided. Get in contact for specifications. Join us in March for an 8 full-day saltwater fly and spin fishing adventure in one of the most exciting and untouched fisheries on Earth. From the turquoise waters of the Red Sea to the rugged volcanic shores of Lake Ghoubet, this trip combines world-class fishing with the raw beauty of East Africa. Giant trevally, triggerfish, cubera snapper, barracuda, king [...]

Djibuti – At The Edge of Africa2026-01-29T15:26:58+02:00

Northern Norway – The Land Of The Midnight Sun

Dates for Next Season: Salmon & Sea trout: June and July are the best months for chasing those fish. Halibut: August and September are the better months for the mighty halibut. For bespoke dates and travel periods, please contact us. Overview Embark on one of the newest and most diverse saltwater fly fishing experiences. If you're passionate about landing big, powerful fish, our Norwegian salt and freshwater adventures are tailored just [...]

Northern Norway – The Land Of The Midnight Sun2026-01-29T15:26:38+02:00

Hucho Hucho (Where Danube Salmon Dreams Come True – Slovenia)

The season for Hucho in Slovenia starts on 1.10 and closes on 14.02. Don't hesitate to contact us for free bespoken arrangements, dates, and availability for next season. Huchen, Danube salmon, or as it is scientifically known - Hucho Hucho is the biggest salmonid in Europe and a dream for many anglers. King and Queen of the upper sections of the Danube`s tributaries. It might as well be the biggest freshwater fish you ever catch. Huchen fishing, catching, and [...]

Hucho Hucho (Where Danube Salmon Dreams Come True – Slovenia)2026-01-29T15:26:01+02:00

Mongolian Dreams Come True – Trip Report 2024

I’ve been a fisherman for as long as I can remember, following the natural progression that many fly anglers experience. It begins with fishing using worms, then transitioning to spinning, and finally, at a pivotal moment—often by chance—we discover the enchantment of fly fishing. From that point on, everything else becomes part of our journey. I experienced this myself. There’s always an evolution in an angler`s journey, a quest for different fish—larger, more elusive, and found in [...]

Mongolian Dreams Come True – Trip Report 20242025-10-28T17:08:30+02:00

Happy Days Salmon Fishing (Bywell-Main Tyne-England)

Dates for Season 2026 and 2027: Get in touch to plan your perfect week of salmon fishing — with custom itineraries, bespoke arrangements, and tailor-made adventures to suit every angler. When I started salmon fishing in the UK over a decade ago, I never imagined that I would fish and guide on the best salmon beat in England - Bywell! In the last two years, I had the unique opportunity to collaborate with Stephan Dombaj from FFN [...]

Happy Days Salmon Fishing (Bywell-Main Tyne-England)2026-01-29T15:25:35+02:00
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