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.
Welcome to our “Fly of the Month” feature, where we highlight a different fly pattern (or patterns) each month to enhance your fly fishing experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just starting out, our monthly spotlight will provide you with essential information, including detailed tying instructions, tips on when and where to use it, and the best techniques for maximising its effectiveness.
Join us on this journey as we explore the art and science of fly fishing, one fly at a time!
Jim Misiura’s Cicada Fly
Jim Misiura’s Cicada fly is a great summer-time dry. There are many versions of it but it is a most effective fly to use when the cicadas are around often the bush is filled with the noise of the cicadas indicating this is the time to use these flies.[...]
Del Brown’s Merkin Crab Del Brown’s Merkin Crab is an old standby fly that’s been around for years. You can’t beat this pattern for sight casting to permit, but don’t limit this all purpose crab fly to just this species.[...]
Suspender Buzzer Since the introduction of foam into fly tying, many tiers have been quick to take advantage of this material case in point, the Suspender Buzzer. The Suspender Buzzer imitates a small, hatching midge and sits with only its…
Bass BuddySee also: Fly Fishers’ Republic – BoobyInstructions can be found onpages 203- 204 of The Fly Tying Bible. Materials Size 6-8 hook Marabou feathers for tail – colour of your choice, white, black, olive, etc. Estas Chenille – pink,…
Tarpon Toad (left). Download tying instructions. Below: Barrett’s Tarpon Toad Originally developed by Gary Merriman , the Tarpon Toad (left) has rapidly become one of THE flies for Tarpon. This version, as tied by Chris Beech, is the Australian Flyfishing Outfitters‘ go-to…
Download tying instructions From Fly Fishers International The Sppooky Shad is a combination of some techniques developed by Anthony Hipps and John Gulley. “I have always wanted to have a fly that emulated the Zara Spook. “John developed a fly called…
This is a really good fly quite at home in any puddle – be it saltwater or fresh. It’s basically a caricature of something living. The secret is the fur over the wing as this gives the fly action even…
The Foam Minnow is a realistic looking fly that appeals to both fly fisher and fish. Recipe Hook: Mustad R74-9672, #6-#10 Thread: GSP, White Tail: UV2 Grizzly Soft Hackle, Olive or Brown Underbody: 2mm Sheet Foam, White Overbody: Mylar Piping, Pearlescent or Pearlescent Dyed Olive…
The Pheasant Tail Nymph is one of the most effective and versatile trout flies ever created. Designed to imitate a wide range of natural nymphs, particularly mayfly nymphs, it works year-round in almost any stream or still water. Its slim,…