15/03/2023
Pozdravljeni vsi raft, kajak vodniki. Sezona se je začela in čez pol meseca se začne tudi ribolovna sezona. Kot raft vodnik in ribič se včasih počutim, da sem ujet med dvema ognjema. Ribiči se pritožujejo nad raftarji in kajakaši ter obratno. Verjamem, da imamo vsi Sočo zelo radi in ker si jo tudi vsi delimo, moramo delovati v sožitju. Zato sem se odločil, da napišem nekaj podatkov o ribičih in samem ribolovu, da ustvarimo odlično sobivanje in prekinemo frustracijo med raftarji, kajakaši in ribiči.
Spoštujte njihov prostor: Ribiči pogosto želijo loviti ribe na mirnejših območjih reke, zato je pomembno, da jim pustite prostor. Izogibajte se veslanju ali pljuskanju v njihovi bližini.
Komunicirajte: Če naletite na ribiča ali skupino ribičev, poskusite z njimi komunicirati, da ugotovite, kje lovijo ribe in kje bi radi, da greste. Bodite vljudni in prijazni ter poskusite najti skupno rešitev. Če opazite ribiča sredi reke, požvižgajte in ga vprašajte, po kateri strani naj plujete mimo. Če vas slučajno ne vidi ali sliši, je vedno najbolje, da se peljete mimo za njegovim hrbtom, vendar bodite pozorni, da vas slučajno ne zapne z muho, vendar brez skrbi, ribiči tudi pazijo na vas in bi raje imeli na trnku ribo, kot pa kakšnega turista.
Bodite pozorni na njihove potrebe: Ribiči se lahko premikajo po reki, da najdejo dobra mesta za ribolov, zato bodite pozorni na njihovo gibanje in se izogibajte motenju. Lahko tudi stopijo v vodo, zato jim zagotovite dovolj prostora za varno gibanje.
Izogibajte se glasnim zvokom: Glasni zvoki lahko prestrašijo ribe, zato poskusite ohranjati raven hrupa na minimumu. To pomeni izogibanje kričanju, predvajanju glasbe ali povzročanju nepotrebnega hrupa na reki. Predvsem NE udarjamo vesel po vodi, da ustvarimo močan pok. Tudi sam sem to počel preden sem postal ribič. Ribe imajo čutila kot mi, vonjajo, slišijo in predvsem zelo dobro čutijo vibracije po vodi. Ko udarjamo z veslom po površju vode, je za ribo enako, kot če bi vam nekdo vzel dva pokrova posode in udarjal ob ušesu. Zato vas resnično naprošam, da tega več NE počnemo.
Spoštujte njihovo opremo: Ribolovna oprema je lahko draga in občutljiva, zato se izogibajte trčenju z njihovo opremo ali povzročanju kakršne koli škode.
Sledite lokalnim predpisom: Različne reke imajo lahko različne predpise glede ribolova, raftinga in kajakaštva. Upoštevajte lokalne pravila in predpise. Tu predvsem ciljam na to da se poskušamo držati ur, saj je na nekaterih delih reke plutje po reki dovoljeno le do 19.00 ali celo 18.00. Zgodi se, da imamo "nerodne" goste in se situacija lahko zavleče na vodi. V takem primeru, ko srečate ribiča, se mu opravičite, razložite situacijo in poskusite priti na cilj čim prej.
Izobražujte in spodbujajte zavedanje: Če vidite, da ribiči počnejo nekaj, kar bi lahko škodovalo reki, izkoristite priložnost, da jih poučite o pomembnosti ohranjanja narave in pravil. Na primer: na Soči je dovoljeno samo muharjenje, tako da če vidite nekoga, ki lovi z napačno opremo, ga opozorite o napačnem načinu ribolova, lahko pa tudi dejanje prijavite ribiškemu čuvaju.
Vsi imamo radi reko Sočo. Nekateri iščejo tam zabavo, ohladitev in adrenalin, drugi pa mir, meditacijo, stik z naravo.
Pomembno je , da si jo delimo v sožitju in spoštovanju do nje in drug drugega.
Hvala, ker ste si vzeli čas za branje in želim vam lepo in uspešno sezono.
Andraž Bilmez
English version:
Hello, all rafting and kayaking guides. The season has begun, and in two weeks, the fishing season starts as well. As a rafting guide and fisherman, I sometimes feel caught between two fires. Fishermen complain about rafters and kayakers, and vice versa. I believe we all love the Soča River very much, and since we all share it, we must act in harmony. Therefore, I have decided to write some information about fishermen and fishing itself so that we can create excellent coexistence and break the frustration between rafters, kayakers, and fishermen.
Respect their space: Fishermen often want to catch fish in quieter areas of the river, so it is essential to leave them space. Avoid paddling or splashing near them. Communicate: If you encounter a fisherman or a group of fishermen, try to communicate with them to find out where they are fishing and where they would like you to go. Be polite and friendly and try to find a common solution. If you notice a fisherman in the middle of the river, whistle and ask him which side to paddle past. If he does not see or hear you, it is always best to pass behind him, but be careful not to get caught on his hook. Don't worry; fishermen also watch out for you and would rather have a fish on their line than a tourist. Be attentive to their needs: Fishermen may move around the river to find good fishing spots, so be attentive to their movements and avoid disturbing them. They may also step into the water, so provide them with enough space for safe movement. Avoid loud sounds: Loud sounds can scare fish, so try to keep the noise level to a minimum. This means avoiding shouting, playing music, or making unnecessary noise on the river. Above all, do NOT hit the water with your paddle to create a loud bang. I also did this before I became a fisherman but not anymore. Fish have senses like us; they smell, hear, and, above all, feel vibrations in the water very well. When we hit the surface of the water with a paddle, it is the same for the fish as if someone took two pot lids and banged them next to your ear. So I really urge you not to do this anymore. Respect their equipment: Fishing equipment can be expensive and delicate, so avoid colliding with their equipment or causing any damage. Follow local regulations: Different rivers may have different regulations regarding fishing, rafting, and kayaking. Follow local rules and regulations. Here, I mainly refer to trying to stick to the schedule, as on some parts of the river, floating on the river is only allowed until 7 pm or even 6 pm. Sometimes, we have "awkward" guests, and the situation can drag on the water. In such a case, when you meet a fisherman, apologize to him, explain the situation, and try to reach the destination as soon as possible. Educate and promote awareness: If you see that fishermen are doing something that could harm the river, take the opportunity to educate them about the importance of nature conservation and rules. For example, only fly fishing is allowed on the Soča River, so if you see someone fishing with the wrong equipment, warn them about the improper fishing method or you can also report the act to the fishing warden.
We all love the Soča River. Some look for fun, cooling off, and adrenaline there, while others seek peace, meditation, and a connection with nature. We must share it in harmony and respect for it and for each other.
Thank you for taking the time to read and I wish you a beautiful and successful season.
Andraž Bilmez