A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
Primarily tied as a general nymph pattern, the Rabbit Fly also makes a pretty good imitation of small dragonfly nymphs that emerge in huge numbers on many Australian lakes. The Rabbit Fly has a collar and tail of soft rabbit fur that moves well in the water, even when the fly is retrieved very slowly.[...] Read More » “Rabbit Fly”
Throughout Australia the Red Tag is excellent fished to surface feeding trout in rivers or still water (it is also a must-have for herring!). The fly is a half imitator and half attractor; the red tag, the peacock herl and, to some extent, the brown hackle attracting the fish.[...] Read More » “Red Tag”
This is a very versatile pattern that will catch fish on virtually any lake or river. The key to its success is plenty of action, provided by a closely palmered hackle and a tail of soft turkey maribou.[...] Read More » “Woolly Bugger”
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.[...] Read More » “Spooky Shad”