Another packed issue with recognition of support from Otto’s Tackle World; the sad passing of a Foundation Member, info on a new Yellowbelly on Lure competition as well as a youth fishing workshop; fishing report on Lake Eucumbene by JQ and our first native fish reported (chance to try out our new native fish assessment tool). Jump in here
This was Griffith’s Gnat and hare & copper nymph led by Ben and Nathan. Had hoped to have more info in due course. Try Complete Guide to Fishing and Tying the Griffith’s Gnat – Guide Recommended
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There had been a suggestion that CAA establish its own YouTube video channel but the committee was uncertain that we would have sufficient material to make it worthwhile. Meanwhile Ben has pointed me to this great fly tying channel. Ben tells me that “Davie McPhail’s YouTube channel is one of the most extensive fly tying resources on the web. If you need a given fly there is a possibility it will be in here.” I’ve added it to our Useful Links page.
A little late, but a big 22 page issue this month including celebrating Stefan’s award of Life Membership. Lots of good stuff:
From the Editor’s Desk, A Note from the Newly Appointed President, Coming Events, AGM Outcomes, Trophies and Other Awards, Your New Committee, 120 Minute Challenge, Committee/Council Workshop Outcomes, T-Shirts – Registration of Interest Requested, A Surprise for Peter Buying a Jungle Cock Cape from UK, Tips – Photographing the Fish, Some Assistance Needed to Confirm a Fish Identity, Sanctions Called for Against Certain Members, Casting for Recovery News, CRFA News, Lost and Found – Large Fly Box (Full), Notable Fish Recorded
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At our 24 Aug 2016 session on gurglers Evan placed some emphasis on tying in tails. He has subsequently posted a specific item in his own blog covering “how to tie in tail materials to avoid the dreaded tail wrap”. Much appreciate your tips here mate.
Evan volunteered to host another fantastic fly tying evening for Canberra Anglers’ Association. This month we tied Gurgler flies. The materials list and a few photos are available from the link at bottom. You might need to get to Pratt’s Tackle Box in Belconnen or The Anglers Art in Philip.
Variants seen here
Products from the session here:
Evan has advised that he has uploaded a post to provide extra advice on “how to tie in tail materials to avoid the dreaded tail wrap”. This is really useful stuff and I’ll add it as an individual post too.
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Blast – I seem to have deleted the covering post (again?). Anyway, a record crowd turned up to learn about this buggy Welsh fly from our skillful tier Jason Q. Instructions are available by clicking the link below:
A report was provided in August 2017 Burley Line
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hmm, not sure how this happened but maybe I’ve accidentally deleted the post advising that the June 2016 issue was uploaded? Anyway, it was a bumper issue with a preview of Nathan’s report on pre-spawning browns on the Eucumbene River (eucumbene), report on the 2016 Tumut outing, some humour from Barry, tips on holding a fish for that happy snap without damage and more.
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The depths of Canberra’s winter has seen a number of us head north to warmer climes. Surprisingly some are back in Canberra already, just in time for the snow! In this issue JQ has shown us that we don’t need to go so far away from home to benefit from nice weather – the sky and sea look perfect in the cover photo. Lyall has also provided some enticement for us to pursue local opportunities – nice looking fish is part of the content. Lyall has been very busy with new promotional flyers (preview in in this newsletter) as well as new bumper stickers. First entries in the ‘notable fish list’ have appeared (remember that official recordings are to be made in the little book brought to meetings). Lots of other news items. Click on the link below:
Evan led the team constructing these interesting flies. Apologies for the delay in uploading the recipe.
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