Kouvola, Vuohijärvi lure fishing area

Driving instruction
When driving on road 15 in direction of Kotka-Heinola, turn right in few kms past Kouvola (Valkeala/
Mikkeli road 15). Then follow signs for Valkeala and drive to the centre. From Valkeala centre continue straight towards
Vuohijärvi and Voikoski. Turn left from Vuohijärvi towards Selänpää. Then follow the signs for boat
ramp and you will reach the south coast of Vuohijärvi. The boat ramp is located in Siikakoskentie road.

Other ramps
On the side of Repovesi (Repovedentie 1) before Hillosensalmi
Orilampi cottage and holiday centre (follow signs for Orilampi Lomakeskus right after Hillosensalmi)
Mämmilampi (Mämmilampi lake) - a few km before Voikoski, can be seen from the road)

Fishing area    
The Vuohijärvi lake covers an area of ​​about 8500 hectares and is the largest and deepest lake in the Kymenlaakso region. There is a good chance to get salmon catches by using trolling method. lake and has very clear water. Check out the rules from a authorised licence dealer.

Catch species
Trout, Lake Salmon, Whitefish, (Pike-perch)

Minimum size    
Trout 50 cm, Lake Salmon 50 cm, Pike-perch 37 cm

Lure fishing    
For 18-64 yers old: Finnish state fishing licence fee (always for spin fishing rod or fly fishing), in addition: licence    lure fishing licence OR lake fishing is possible with a provincial approval (1 rod = 1 lure)
Angling and ice fishing are free of charge.
Contact person    Taisto Ollila tel: +358 (0)400-884 097

Authorised licence dealers for lure fishing
Taisto Ollila (see above)
Orilampi cottage and holiday centre, Hillosensalmi tel: +358 (0)5-389 881 (http://www.orilampi.com/en/info)
Nordic Sports Oy Kouvola tel: +358 (0)5 884 8400
Toivo Hietavirta  Voikoski tel: +358 (0)15 686 674

Price (for several fishing rods)
10 €/ day, 25 € /week, 70 €/year (Licence per boat, no limits for rods)
Could be paid directly to acc.no. 575250-412195 (keep the receipt and write down your fishing time)

Accomodation
Orilampi cottage and holiday centre, Hillosensalmi tel: +358 (0)5-389 881 (http://www.orilampi.com/en/info)
Kirjokiven Kartano (country hotel), Vuohijärvi tel: +358 (0)5-369 0164
Sirpa Kylmäniemen aitat, Voikoski tel: +358 (0)50-342 7929

Restaurants    
Orilampi cottage and holiday centre, Hillosensalmi tel: +358 (0)5-389 881 (http://www.orilampi.com/en/info)
Restaurant Amanda, Selänpää tel: +358 (0)45-127 8675
Vanha Kelo, Jaala tel: +358 (0)5-334 101

Links
www.kouvola.fi
www.kalastus.com
www.ahven.net

Vuohijärven viehekalastusalue
47900 Kouvola