Mike Kelly’s Classic Streamers
From BT’s Fly Tying Friday, 12 November 2021. Mike Kelly shows us two of his favourite streamer patterns – the Corn Buck Streamer and the Mormon Girl. Be sure to watch to the end of the video – Al Beatty…
Hastings Fly Fishers
A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
Hastings Fly Fishers
A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
Julian Tapping
Claret Possum Shuttlecock Variant
The Claret Possum Shuttlecock Variant is Paul Fedeles’ adaptation of the original Claret Shuttlecock fly, renowned for its effectiveness and simplicity. The original Claret Shuttlecock, crafted by Craig Coltman, has earned high praise for its versatility and reliability in various…
Fed’s Craft Shrimp
“Fed’s Craft Shrimp” is a nifty little saltwater pattern that effectively imitates the small shrimp that are a primary food source for many estuary fish. The fly features a realistic design that combines the use of unstripped poly yarn for…
Snowshoe and Possum Emerger
Today Paul Fedeles brings us a special King’s Birthday long weekend treat – his Snowshoe and Possum Fur Emerger. This fly, crafted on a size 14 scud hook, blends the buoyant qualities of rabbit’s foot post with the subtle, natural…
Fed’s Fuzzy Worm
Fed’s Fuzzy Worm is a captivating fly that defies traditional aesthetics with its striking variegated yellow and black chenille body, resembling a fuzzy worm in motion. Its distinctive bushy thorax, crafted from Chocklett’s Finesse Body chenille in olive, adds an…
Fed’s Brassie Emerger Variant
Original by David Curnell The Brassie Emerger is a remarkably easy-to-tie midge emerger, making it as enjoyable to create as it is to fish. Because of its fast-sinking capabilities, the Brassie excels at reaching the deep waters where fish are…
Garbage Bag CDC Emerger
Paul Fedeles shares his unique creation, the Garbage Bag CDC Emerger. Paul designed this fly while experimenting with various materials, his camera, and computer. This fly is a mix of reject CDC feathers, unused flash pieces, some possum fur, and…
The Life and Times of the Stonefly
Stonefly Life Cycle
By Mark Bachman, FlyFishUSA.com
Stoneflies mating
Stone flies are a diverse family of insects that are adapted to well oxygenated streams and rivers and cannot survive in polluted water.
Stone fly nymphs have fixed gills that can only extract oxygen in clean moving water.[...]
Double Bead Stonefly Nymph
By Rick Flink The double bead stonefly nymph is a highly effective fly pattern used in fly fishing to mimic the natural stonefly nymph. Known for its heavy weight, achieved through the use of two beads, this fly sinks quickly,…
Hastings Fly Fishers in Camden Haven Chronicle
As you may or may not be aware, the Club has had some great publicity recently. In the wake of our recent participation at the Lake Cathie Autumn Fair, the Hastings Fly Fishers (HFF) are delighted to share exciting news…