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Tasmanian trout on soft plastics

To have not heard or been exposed to the absolute hype surrounding soft plastic fishing you would have had to have been on Mars for the past four years or born yesterday. The success on bream, flathead and a whole host of popular species has been well documented in a whole range of media. Yet one of our favourite species hasn't had that same exposure- the good old dependable brown trout.

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Trout Fishing

Late season rainbow trout

With winter fast approaching the browns of most waters are gearing up for spawning. Though surface activity is possible at ideal times, the browns are more likely to be found grubbing around the weed beds, feeding on crustaceans high in carotene and vitamin B, important for egg and milt quality. As fishing in most brown trout waters slows down approaching the close of the brown trout season (2 May), fly fishers may wish to turn their attention to rainbow trout waters when seeking the final chances for sight fishing and good quality fish for the season. Rainbow trout waters are open until 30 May this season and include Lagoon of Islands, Lake Rowallan, Lake Skinner and Dee Lagoon, with Dee Lagoon and Lake Rowallan representing arguably the better of the fisheries.

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Trout Fishing

Southern Autumn Hotspots

Autumn is a time to review fishing options and factor the weather in with chances of getting a feed. Whilst autumn can bring some unpleasant weather, the fishing - especially in marine waters can be excellent. In the following report we take a look at a few southern waters that will produce a good feed of fish and some good sport. Both shore and boat fishing is featured and with persistence you will catch fish.

: Category: Saltwater and Estuary Fishing; Published: 14 June 2009; Hits: 15955

Saltwater and Estuary Fishing

AUTUMN TAMAR ACTION

Tamar River

There is some excellent fishing to be had in the Tamar during autumn. Many species can be targeted which include Australian Salmon, Snotty Trevally and Elephant Fish. These three species can be targeted during the daytime and also can be caught off most of the land based pontoons and jetties situated along the Tamar Estuary.

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Tamar River

LAKE BURBURY WINDLANES

Lake Burbury is one of the many out of the way lakes which the majority of fly fisherman don't tend to visit. Yet Lake Burbury has some highlight fishing in the form of wind lanes, the likes of which are without comparison for fish numbers just about anywhere in Australia. On a good morning you can find yourself fishing to literally hundreds of fish, freely rising all around you. If you couple this with mountain scenery which on most mornings you have all to yourself, Lake Burbury becomes a very attractive proposition.

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Lake Burbury

Tas. Fishing and Boating News - Issue 80

Issue 80 went on sale last week. Plenty of great winter reading.

14 years and still going strong. Getting heaps of back issue stories online now, so check out the back issues on the top right of your screen.

: Category: TFBN Back Issues; Published: 12 June 2009; Hits: 14474

TFBN Back Issues

World Fly Fishing Championship results

Very sketchy report, and difficult to read even on the official site http://www.worldflyfishingchampionships2009.com/

: Category: Fishing Competitions; Published: 12 June 2009; Hits: 8688

Fishing Competitions

Recent Trout Stocking

Date Species Number Age Weight (g) Origin Stock Type Water

11/06/2009 brown trout 100 Adult 1100 Wild Diploid Penstock Lagoon

11/06/2009 brown trout 600 Adult 1100 Wild Diploid Brushy Lagoon

: Category: IFS, DPIPWE, MAST and Peak Bodies; Published: 12 June 2009; Hits: 7877

IFS, DPIPWE, MAST and Peak Bodies

Another successful Trout Weekend

by Tim Farell Inland Fisheries Service

What a success, 4 000 people, car park full and 150 cars in the overflow car park. As a consequence of the huge attendance the local police officer spent three hours on the Lake Highway directing traffic on the Saturday and one and a half hours on Sunday. The weather was cold and misty but most the people had come prepared dressed in warm clothing, although a few people were spotted wearing t-shirts. Exhibitors included MAST, Hydro Tasmania, Quarantine Tasmania, the Cancer Council, tackle stores, outdoor equipment stores, Cressy Trout Expo, Anglers Alliance Tasmania and the Fox Task Force. The Bothwell District School had over 60 paintings on display produced by the local children. There were demonstrations of fly tying and fly-casting that proved popular as well.

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Trout Fishing

Penstock Lagoon Assessment

Penstock Lagoon is a relatively small shallow water with a surface area of 1.4 square kms and maximum depth of 1.8 metres. The lagoon has over a number of years, been subject to significant alterations in water management.