A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
Volume 14, No. 12, July 2022
Welcome to the July edition of Flycast.
The “know your fish” this month is the Estuary Cod (Epinephelus coioides) as suggested by Julian who caught three different fish that may or may not be different species during his recent trip to the Hinchinbrook Passage. Read More »
from Epic Fly Rods
Any fly fisher knows that stripping in and lengthening – or “shooting” line – is part of the fly-fishing process. Understanding how and when to lengthen line will sharpen your shooting and make a significant difference in ease and performance. Read More »
from Fly Fisher Magazine, Fall/Winter 2021
As fly fishing continues to grow in popularity, with enthusiasts targeting almost any species imaginable, it’s important to remember the principles of proper fish handling with a few tips and reminders. In this recent article from Flyfisher magazine, Sascha Clark Danylchuk provides an excellent overview of the “catch” in catch and release. Read More »
The Poppin’ Flats Shrimp is a great saltwater pattern for baby tarpon, snook, bonefish, and anything else lurking near the mangroves or on the flats. It is easy to cast with great movement in the water. In shallow water fishing it on a floating like will work, but a full sinking line can give it some different action. Read More »