A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
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 proven performer, especially when fish are seeking substantial prey. The Guinea Dragonfly…
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 that shines in still or slow-moving water, when trout have time to…
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, this pattern has earned a permanent spot in many anglers’ fly boxes—and…
Every so often, a fly comes along that doesn’t fit in any box. No mold, no matching hatch—just creativity at the vise. “The Mutant” is one of those flies. Paul says it started with a discounted batch of Voodoo Fibers…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…