Julian Tapping

Julian Tapping

Fed’s Hand-furled Braided Leaders

hand-furled braided leaders

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.…

Fed’s Poly Yarn Caddis

Fed's Poly Yarn Caddis

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…

Galaxias

Yalmy Galaxias

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…

Simple Possum Emerger

Simple Possum Emerger

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…

Bead Head Yellow Squiggly

Bead Head Yellow Squigglies

In the world of fly fishing, creativity and innovation often result in effective fly patterns that perform exceptionally well. One such pattern is the Bead Head Yellow Squiggly, a pattern attributed to a YouTube discovery but not properly credited by…

Green Around the Gills

Green Around the Gills: The Battle over Trout Stocking in the Monaro Region

Trout stocking in the Snowy Monaro region has long been central to its economy and culture, but recent stocking bans have sparked controversy. In the heart of the Snowy Monaro region, trout fishing has long been more than just a…