A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
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 the presenter. Read More »
The Aussiefied Cliff’s Lucky Variant is an adaptation of the original Cliff’s Lucky, a classic pattern designed by Cliff Stringer, and it features in the FFI Fly Pattern Encyclopedia.
However, the “variant” twist for this month’s fly comes from Paul using a creative “Aussiefied” approach, as he puts it. Read More »
The Poly Yarn Hackle Stacker is a dry fly pattern designed for versatility and visibility on the water. Originally created by Dave Allison (of West Tex Bugs YouTube channel), this variation features a white poly yarn post that makes the fly easy to spot, even in low light or turbulent conditions. Read More »
The Slow Sinking Spider variant is a highly effective and simple fly pattern designed to target bluegill and other panfish. The Slow Sinking Spider variant is based on the original Slow Sinking Spider, a popular creation by Stephen Robert, which was notably tied by Bill Morrison. Read More »
The Red Tag Soft Hackle Bass Fly, created by Paul Fedeles, is a clever adaptation inspired by Rick Passek’s (the FlyFish Fanatic) Red Butt Carey Special. Fedeles openly admits to borrowing heavily from Passek’s design, jokingly referring to his version as a “plagiarised” fly. Read More »
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 anything else that was lying around. Read More »
Introducing the Fed’s EZ CDC Caddis, a fly pattern crafted with precision and innovation, embodying the mastery of fly tying techniques developed by Al Beatty. Designed by Paul Fedeles, this pattern showcases two captivating variants, each offering its own allure and effectiveness on the water. Read More »
The Dirty Rat, featured in the Federation of Fly Fisher’s Pattern Encyclopaedia by Bob Lay of Montana, is a testament to simplicity and effectiveness in fly tying. This pattern, known for its unassuming appearance yet remarkable performance, has earned its place as a reliable choice for anglers year-round. Read More »
Trev’s Bead Head is a fly fishing pattern that has gained widespread local acclaim, owing much of its success to the ingenuity of Trevor Ward, a seasoned angler and esteemed member of the Hunter Valley Fly Fishing Club. Affectionately known as the “Bass Whisperer” of Lake St Clair, Ward’s expertise and dedication to the craft are evident in the design of this highly effective fly. Read More »
Fed’s Extended Body Bass Fly, another creation by the Club’s fly tying guru Paul Fedeles, showcases an innovative approach to fly tying, incorporating the extended body technique popularised by Steve Garza of flytyingtex.com. This fly design boasts a meticulously crafted extended body, offering a lifelike appearance in the water, thereby enhancing its effectiveness in enticing bass. Read More »