A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
When nymphing, many anglers focus on strict drag-free drifts, precise indicators, and ultra-fine leader tweaks. But there’s a classic technique — the Leisenring Lift — that offers a simpler, more organic way to animate your fly and tempt trout out of hiding.[...] Read More » “The Leisenring Lift”
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.[...] Read More » “Galaxias”
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 » “Loggerheads or Allies? Bridging the Gap Between Fly Fishers and Environmentalists”
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 pastime.[...] Read More » “Green Around the Gills”
Every day, 58 Australians are diagnosed with breast cancer, amounting to more than 21,000 cases annually. Beyond the physical toll of treatment, many women also face emotional challenges on their road to recovery.[...] Read More » “Casting for Recovery: A Healing Retreat Through Fly Fishing”
Episode 2 of Dave Wilson’s “What Imitates What”. This part covers caddis. In this episode:
Dutch Baughman, a fly fisher from Texas, has this excellent website with PowerPoint presentations free to download. The website is intended as a personal resource to explore your fly fishing journey.[...] Read More » “Fly Fishing Skills by Dutch Baughman”
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.[...] Read More » “River Blackfish”
Spanish mackerel (Scomberomorus commerson), also known as Narrow-barred mackerel, are a highly prized sport fish on light tackle. Spaniards are a pelagic species that frequent reef habitats between deeper oceanic waters and the mainland.[...] Read More » “Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel”
According to both the Australian Museum and Wikipedia the Silver Drummer grows to about 80cm in length and a maximum weight of 1.1kg, however a Queensland spear-fisherman has officially recorded a 6.8 kg specimen.[...] Read More » “Silver Drummer”