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Fly leaders - the vital connection

Leaders are the vital link between the fly line and fly. Neil Grose looks at their development, plus their different applications and requirements.

: Category: Fly Fishing; Published: 19 November 2008; Hits: 12086

Fly Fishing

Is Tasmania's Trout fishery Slowly disappearing?

In recent times Tasmania has seen some structural changes occurring to the management of its inland fishery. They have been slow coming though - too slow for many anglers.

: Category: Trout Fishing; Published: 19 November 2008; Hits: 9643

Trout Fishing

The secret to catching more fish

by Greg French

There was a time when I found it easy to brush aside criticism of my casting performance - I simply asserted that I am an angler, not a caster, and proved the point by catching trout.

: Category: Trout Fishing; Published: 19 November 2008; Hits: 5617

Trout Fishing

Understanding your environment - Tasmanian birds of prey

by Mike Stevens

It is important that we enjoy and appreciate the environment around us when we go fishing. Parks and Wildlife Service have a wealth of information on our wonderful flora and fauna. This is the first in a series of Parks and Wildlife Service on what you may encounter as you spend your day sharing nature with others.

: Category: Other; Published: 07 November 2008; Hits: 5797

Other

Kids Stuff - How fish work

by Michael Bok

Think of a fish as a boat with oars on each side and a motor at the back. For this article I thought we would have a quick look at what is the most important thing in fishing - the fish itself.

: Category: Other; Published: 07 November 2008; Hits: 5082

Other

Four Springs - 25 year dream close to reality

by Tony Scott

Most of the operation was all over in less than a minute but the smiles on the faces of three dedicated anglers showed no trace of anti-climax as more than 40,000 trout fry were freed into Four Springs Dam close to Launceston.

: Category: Four Springs; Published: 07 November 2008; Hits: 4829

Four Springs

Jan's Flies

by Jan Spencer

Winter time is a traditional time for fly tying and certainly I have done my share this winter. Winter is also the time for end of the year dinners, always great nights, where many fishy stories are swapped.

: Category: Jan’s Flies; Published: 07 November 2008; Hits: 8283

Jan’s Flies

Check your line and improve results

Anglers treat one of the most important parts of their fishing tackle with contempt. The one part that often means the difference between landing a fish and losing it is the line. Granted, the hook and knot are important but more often the line is what parts, not the other two.

: Category: Tackle, Boats and other Equipment; Published: 07 November 2008; Hits: 4864

Tackle, Boats and other Equipment

Catch in the Kitchen - Mussels with sausage, coconut milk and lime

by Michael Bok

Mussels with sausage, coconut milk and lime

This recipe sounds odd, but it is delicious.

: Category: Cooking Fish; Published: 07 November 2008; Hits: 5325

Cooking Fish

Smoking Fish - a great way to bring out the flavour

Smoking trout, salmon, or any kind of fish has long been recognized as a gourmet delight. It is neither difficult or costly to achieve using a portable smoker. There are several on the market that come complete with all accessories, sawdust and instructions.