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The Perfect Fishing Gift for the Angling Mum
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it's time to show your mum how much you care. It’s time to ditch the mugs and socks and give your fishing-loving mum a Mother’s Day gift that celebrates her passion.
Whether she’s a beginner angler or a seasoned pro, we’ve got the perfect fishing present for her in our Mother’s Day fishing gift guide. Here are our top picks, all available at Angling Direct.
Fishing Rod and Reel Combo
Most anglers have their favourite rods and reels that they swear by—but if yours doesn't, why not treat her to a new one? A good fishing rod and reel should be light enough to swing all day while still providing a solid backbone when fighting a big fish. You can find something suitable in almost any price range, so don't be afraid to shop around!
Fishing Waders for Women
For those cold days spent out on the riverbank or lake shore, waders are essential for staying warm and dry. Look for waterproof waders that are lightweight yet durable - she'll appreciate it every time she hits the water!
When browsing fishing waders for women, it can be tricky to figure out what is the best size. For versatility in sizing, stocking foot waders ensure the attachment of your own wading boots to your fishing chest waders, making them ideal gifts! These are then adjustable via shoulder straps and waist fixings.
Fishing Apparel
For avid fishers, having the right fishing clothing is essential. Our selection of unisex clothing is comfortable enough to wear all day and protects your loved one from any harsh weather conditions they may encounter during their travels. If your mum already has plenty of clothes in her closet, then maybe consider gifting her something unique like a fishing hat of her favourite brand or a pair of waterproof socks. She’ll be grateful that you took the time to get her something special just for angling!
Fishing Gadgets
If your mum loves fishing technology, then why not get her a new gadget? A big gift that many carp anglers love is a fishing bait boat! These remote-controlled boats are not only fun to drive out on a body of water but very useful for delivering fishing bait and fishing rigs to a precise location. Browse best-selling bait boats from Future Carping, Carp Royal and Angling Technics.
For a gadget, your mum is sure to appreciate and it won’t break the bank, is a good set of fish weighing scales! Whether it is a traditional analogue display or digital for accurate readings, we have a variety to choose from!
Fishing Tackle Bag
For the fishing mum who loves to be prepared, a tackle fishing bag is a perfect gift. These stylish bags come in a variety of colours and designs (should bags, backpacks, carryalls) and can store tackle boxes and fishing tools she needs for a successful fishing trip.
Fly Fishing Selection Box
If your mum is an avid fly angler, help her keep her flies organized and in good condition with a fly box. This handy tool will protect her flies from getting damaged or lost and will make it easy for her to find the right one when she’s out on the water.
Alternatively, you could treat her to a brand new set of artificial flies this Mother’s Day. A good quality fly selection may offer a variety of coloured flies and types such as nymphs, buzzers, wet flies or dry flies. Whether fishing the lake or river bank, she can pick the right fly for the job.
If you’re really struggling to decide what to buy your fishing-mad mum, then an Angling Direct voucher is always a good option. That way, she can choose exactly what she wants from our huge range of fishing tackle products, safe in the knowledge that it’s something she really needs and wants. Browse for fishing gift cards and e-vouchers today.
The Gift of a Fishing Trip
Nothing says “I love you” like spending quality time together doing something you both love. If your mum is an avid angler, treat her to a day (or even a weekend) of fishing at her favourite spot. Whether it’s hiring a boat for the day or taking her to your favourite spot by the river, spending some quality time together outdoors is sure to put a smile on her face this Mother’s Day.
She’ll appreciate the time spent with you, and you might even learn a thing or two about fishing in the process. Just make sure you both have the correct fishing licences and permissions to fish before your trip.
What do you get for a fishing fanatic?
Needing some more fishing gift inspiration with Mother’s Day? We reached out to some of the biggest Fishing Mums on Instagram for their top fishing gifts!
Laura (@pagie1980)
“As a fishing mother, I’d love something that could get all my housework done so I could get out on the bank more!
But on a serious note, my ultimate gift would be anything that could optimise my time on the bank and help me locate fish quicker.
Before the kids I had the ability to spend my time watching the water, finding spots etc, but, with time at a premium when I’m out now, anything that can cut down the process of finding fish would be a godsend!
So my ideal gift would be something like a Deeper or Polarised Glasses."
We also asked Laura to share some of her fishing tips for other mums wanting to fish!
"For mums or anyone starting out just never be afraid to ask for help, watch as many YouTube videos as possible and spend as much time as you can on your local day ticket catching.
It gives you THE best experience you can get!"
You can follow Laura's fishing journey on Instagram or on her Facebook page.
Zenia (@be_zen_go_fishing)
"The best gift for me for Mother’s Day would be to go fishing and catch a Carp or Catfish on the new Dynamite Baits - Hot Crab and Krill range!
Personally, I honestly don’t know what I’d do without Fishing! The escapism from everyday life & time to reflect, spend time with my family & to take time out from this crazy world we live in.
I love being a fishing Mum and taking my sons fishing, it gets them outside and is the perfect digital detox from the digital world we live in. 'Less game consoles and more fishing Poles’, is one of my favourite mottos in life!"
Zenia also shared her reason why mums should head out to the bankside; we could not agree more with her!
"If any of you need a hobby to take time out for yourself, fishing has all the answers. It’s not only exciting but it’s also so therapeutic and so good for mental health.
Being a very busy working Mum of 2, no matter how hectic your life feels or gets, don’t forget about yourself! Take those windows of opportunity to do something for YOU! Us Mums are always looking after someone but sometimes we forget to look after ourselves! In this life - we only get ONE & we must look after ourselves & put time aside to make us the best people we can be - Fishing will contribute to that.
If you’re thinking or wanting to give fishing a go - go to the Angling Trust website and see what “Get Fishing Events” are happening in your area!
May your lines be tight and your nets be wet, and simply enjoy every minute of being out there!"
You can follow Zenia for her fishing adventures on Instagram or visit her family business in Devon; Anglers Paradise.
Stace (@fishing_mum)
“Just a day on the bank with my boy. Some bait, a picnic and quality time.”
You can follow Fishing Mum’s journey on Twitter & Instagram!
Meg (@fishingfamilyuk)
“I’d really like to receive an ‘experience’ going somewhere as a family to enjoy a fishing break (we’ll be heading to Whelford pools at easter for example).
However, at this time of year with the weather as unpredictable as it is the key to enjoying that experience is comfort - there’s no such thing as bad weather just bad clothing!”
When is Mother's Day 2023?
Mother's Day is this Sunday, 19th March in the UK. Be sure to check out our Priority Delivery service when ordering for Angling Direct online or pay a one-off payment of £9.99 for AD Plus, and get priority shipping for one year with all your Angling Direct orders! If you would rather shop in a local fishing tackle shop, you can find your nearest Angling Direct with our store finder.
Make this Mother’s Day special with a thoughtful gift that caters to your mum’s love of angling! With our list of gifts ranging from fishing rods, to fish finders, you’re sure to find something that will put a smile on her face this year! In any case, we wish you all the best in finding the perfect fishing gift for your mother this year!