A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
Fed’s Hot Spot Snatcher Variant is Paul Fedeles’ take on a classic Snatcher fly, inspired by Rick Passek (the Fly Fish Fanatic) and rooted in old British design.
The Snatcher-style fly has deep roots in British stillwater traditions, with a track record that stretches back to the lochs of Scotland. Read More »
Fed’s Jig Hook CK Nymph Variant is Paul’s take on Chuck Kraft’s classic Jig CK Nymph. The CK Nymph has long been a staple in fly boxes for anglers targeting trout, smallmouth bass, and even panfish. Known for its effectiveness and simple yet durable construction, the CK Nymph has stood the test of time, continuing to produce results in waters far and wide. Read More »
Creating your own furled braided leaders can be a rewarding and cost-effective way to improve your fly fishing experience. In this guide, Paul Fedeles shows you how to craft durable, custom leaders using embroidery thread and a few basic tools. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, this step-by-step tutorial will walk you through the process. Read More »
Fed’s Poly Yarn Caddis is yet another exceptional creation by HFF fly-tying guru Paul Fedeles. Paul presents two distinct versions of this fly: This fly mimics adult caddisflies on the water. Its combination of durable materials and design enhances both visibility and performance, helping you catch more fish. Read More »
Fed’s Balanced Possum Emerger is an innovative emerger using a balanced fly technique popularised by Phil Rowley, combines natural materials and a balance system to imitate emerging insects in a very natural way.
The balanced fly technique is designed to make your fly hang horizontally in the water column, mimicking the natural movement of aquatic insects. Read More »
Galaxias, commonly known as galaxids, are small, delicate freshwater fish endemic to Australia. Renowned for their slender bodies and adaptability to various aquatic environments, these species play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of their habitats. Among the galaxids, the Common Galaxias (Galaxias maculatus) and the Yalmy Galaxias (Galaxias sp. Read More »
For years, many in the fly-fishing community, particularly older anglers, have viewed environmentalists with suspicion, seeing them as opponents to their beloved pastime. To their perspective, conservation groups often advocate for regulations and policies that, on the surface, seem to limit fishing opportunities. Read More »
Volume 17, No. 1, December ’24/January ’25
Welcome to our first newsletter of 2025!
Apologies for the delay in getting this newsletter out. After spending several weeks in Sydney for Ann’s second hip replacement, some things had to take a backseat. On behalf of Ann, I’d like to extend our gratitude to everyone who sent their well-wishes and the thoughtful card, organised by our social secretary. Read More »
Fed’s Simple Possum Emerger is a minimalist yet highly effective fly that utilises natural possum fur to simulate an emerging insect. This emerger pattern is ideal for dry fly fishing, particularly during the early stages of a hatch when trout are actively seeking emergers just beneath the surface. Read More »
The Pheasant Tail Possum Emerger is an innovative fly pattern originally crafted by Jan Spencer, a two-time Australian national representative fly fisher. It imitates an emerging insect, a crucial stage in the aquatic insect life cycle when they rise from the water to the surface. Read More »