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quarters ; but to the angler who wants to view the country 

 and explore the fishing in several localities perhaps take 

 long journeys to distant lakes, out of the beaten track and 

 far away from the main roads the question of luggage is a 

 very important one. If hampered with too much it will 

 sadly mar his pleasure, and in many cases prevent him; 

 from making certain excursions, as it is hardly possible to- 

 get a lot of luggage conveyed over mountains, particularly 

 in thinly-populated districts ; besides, the conveyance of it 

 would be very costly, and altogether prove to be a nuisance. 

 The advice tendered is to take as little as possible, and 

 only what can be carried in a handy valise. The angler 

 should travel in a warm suit of clothes, and have a change 

 in case of getting wet through. A spare flannel shirt, with 

 loose turned-down collar should be taken ; flannel is com- 

 fortable to fish in, either in cold or hot weather. A good 

 waterproof coat, to strap on the fishing bag or basket, SO' 

 that it can readily be got at in case of sudden rain, is also- 

 necessary. A light pair of shoes or strong slippers will 

 prove a comfort, to relieve the feet after a hard day's 

 fishing in heavy boots. A warm topcoat or ulster will 

 be found extremely serviceable in crossing the North Sea ;. 

 this, or any surplus clothing, can always be left in the 

 hotels or shipping offices, either at Stavanger or Bergen, 

 and come in very acceptable on the return journey. Fishing 

 Stockings and Brogues add much to the luggage, and are 

 practically unnecessary for trouting in Norway. For lake 

 fishing they are of no use at all, as this is generally practised 

 Irom boats, and the rivers are far too deep and rapid to 

 make wading practicable. With a long rod the angler can 

 pretty well command as much water as he likes; therefore, 

 these otherwise useful articles are better left at home. Rods 



