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HFF Flycast, March/April 2023

HFF Flycast, March/April 2023

Volume 15, No. 6, March/April 2023

  • Posted on: April 14, 2023 April 14, 2023
  • Author: David Spencer
  • Categories: Newsletters
Dave' first carp

Welcome to a rather delayed HFF Newsletter for March and April. I trust everyone had a safe and enjoyable Easter, and maybe the opportunity for some piscatorial pursuits!

Since the last Newsletter, we have had a successful (although at times some unexpected issues with travel arrangements) trip to NZ. Read More »

River Blackfish

River Blackfish

  • Posted on: December 18, 2022 January 11, 2023
  • Author: David Spencer
  • Categories: Know Your Fish
  • Tags: blackfish, freshwater fish

In a recent Facebook post someone in the Northern NSW Trout Fishing group (quite an interesting group) said they had caught a fish (see below) and were unsure what it was, and so posted that photo. They soon received a number of replies indicating it was a River Blackfish. Read More »

HFF Flycast, December 2022

HFF Flycast, December 2022

Volume 15, No. 5, December 2022

  • Posted on: December 18, 2022 December 18, 2022
  • Author: David Spencer
  • Categories: Newsletters
Dave Spencer at Dunmore

Welcome to our last HFF Newsletter for the year.

On Sunday the 28th, thirty members attended our yearly Christmas Party at the Newport Village, which I think from the feedback received, everyone seemed to enjoy. As usual, Tru-Blu catering fed us very well with a great selection of roast meats, veggies and salads. Read More »

HFF Flycast, November 2022

HFF Flycast, November 2022

Volume 15, No. 4, November 2022

  • Posted on: November 29, 2022 December 18, 2022
  • Author: David Spencer
  • Categories: Newsletters
Dave Spencer at Dunmore
Editor: An individual who does precise guess-work based on unreliable data provided by those of questionable knowledge.

Welcome to our November Newsletter. As has happened a bit this year, our October outing to Stuarts Point had to be cancelled due to the weather. Read More »

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  • Fed’s Red Back and Green Back Pheasant Variants

    Fed’s Red Back and Green Back Pheasant Variants

    A Colourful Twist on a Proven Chironomid Pattern

    June 13, 2025
    Looking for a fast, effective fly that catches trout in stillwater? Fed’s Red Back and Green Back Pheasant Variants are your answer. This fly is a personal twist …Read More »
  • Fed’s Guinea Dragonfly Nymph

    Fed’s Guinea Dragonfly Nymph

    June 7, 2025
    As winter settles in across Australia, stillwater fly fishers turn their attention to patterns that entice sluggish trout. This month’s featured fly, the Guinea Dragonfly Nymph, is a …Read More »
  • Fed’s Spent Moth

    Fed’s Spent Moth

    May 12, 2025
    Fed’s Spent Moth is built to imitate a moth that’s exhausted and floating on the water—wings splayed, body limp, and just barely hanging on. It’s a subtle pattern …Read More »
  • Fed’s Cruncher Variants

    Fed’s Cruncher Variants

    May 2, 2025
    The foundation of Fed’s Cruncher Variants is rooted in one of the most effective stillwater trout flies: Keiran Jenkins’ Black and Red Cruncher. Known for its consistent success, …Read More »

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