Here you will find every new zealand trout fishing book currently in print, with the best selection of current new zealand trout fishing books for sale in the world. Sometime in 2007, after reading one too many fishpornladen features on trout fishing in new zealand, i cleared three weeks in february 2008 and bought a plane ticket. The introduction of brown trout to christchurch the first brown trout were introduced to new zealand in 1867 arriving in christchurch by sailing ships via tasmania, australia. Christchurch fishing charters, fishing spots and fishing trips directory, new zealand. Experience the crystal clear waters of new zealand on the flyfishing trip of a lifetimehelifishing and hiking excursions with orvis endorsed guides. Trout are big and plentiful all along the length of the country. We carry an extensive range of freshwater and saltwater equipment from fly rods and reels to game fishing gear and everything in between. One of those features was dubbed, do it yourself, something or other. Many fly fishermen travel the world in search of opportunities to catch big wild trout.
The original hatchery was set up on the avon river in the centre of christchurch, near the picturesque botanical gardens. The nz fly fishing school will be tailored to your needs. Nz fly fishing guide martin langlands of troutlands new zealand, will guide you on a fly fishing trip new zealands south island. Including many colour photographs, together with black and white maps showing places to fish. Interactive map showing regions and international airports. Shop our massive range of gear for whatever fishing experience you love. The mouths of the rangitata and rakaia rivers still produce good searun brown trout fishing on a regular basis but are not quite as good as they were a few years ago. Most notably we had numerous barbel to 17lb 8oz, avon roach to 3lb 5oz, chub to 8lb 10oz. Classes are run over a day or three or can be tailored to the individual. David lambroughton photo it takes about three hours to. Since july 2004 i have been operating our online trout fly and fly fishing tackle shop with customers from all over the world. Stu runs a purposebuilt fly fishing school in the picturesque town of athol, 45 minutes drive from queenstown. Trout fishing a guide to new zealands south island by tony busch. Searun trout fishing is popular in the waimakariri and rakaia rivers.
There is some quite good fishing available within an hour of the city. Busch, tony trout fishing a guide to new zealands south island. Troutlands is a supreme fly fishing experience located in canterbury in the south island of new zealand, and is run by martin langlands, a very experienced canterbury new zealand fly fishing guide who has accumulated over 2900 fly fishing guide days to date. New zealand has a lush trout fishing heritage strongly influenced by british pioneers. Fly fishing retailers, tackle shops, hunting and fishing new zealand stores, find a retail store, best fishing shops, discount fishing tackle. Christchurch fly, salmon and trout fishing, freshwater. From the air, christchurchs mosaic checkerboard farms and fields lead all the way up to the snowcapped southern alps. From huge snow fed rivers and their tributaries to tiny spring creeks. Farther south, the waitaki and rangitata rivers have landed chinook salmon of 15 kilograms 33 lb.
Besides running the shop, he is also a qualified casting instructor and has been fishing all his life. New zealand is one of the worlds great fishing countries. Bob is the editor of the award winning magazine that we await to hit the book shop shelves every two months, fish and game new zealand, with out a doubt is the most informative new zealand trout fishing magazine on the market. Ra conaghan supply top of the range freshwater and saltwater fishing gear via retailers throughout nz and the south pacific. Troutlands offers numerous wonderful trout fly experiences in a wide variety of areas and waters. If your looking for outdoor equipment or fishing gear come in and see us, books, dvds, electronics, safety and clothing. Your time can also be extended on the day for a fee availability allowing. Check with local landowners before fishing this part of the river because much of it lies on private land. Travel time to the fishingtraining location would be between 0. No matter what kind of trout water you like best, youll be able to find it in the south island. The complete angler is a specialist retail fishing store run by a group. Welcome to the davis tackle website where you will find information about fishing in and around christchurch as well as a comprehensive range of coarse, sea and game fishing tackle.
The introduction of brown trout to christchurch the first brown trout were introduced to new zealand in 1867 arriving in christchurch by sailing ships. North canterbury trout fishing offers sight fishing from christchurch city cafes and. South island fly fishing wild trout fishing new zealand. Let us help you discover the fantastic fly fishing thats available in our back yards here in new zealand. Christchurch fly, salmon and trout fishing directory, new zealand. Most waters in new zealand are in the public domain. Book your guide today and guarantee yourself the best opportunity to catch some of our. North island fly fishing guides south island fly fishing guide. The aim of a controlled fishery is to manage angling pressure with the aim of preserving a high quality angling. Discount fishing supplies is the most comprehensive fishing, boating and diving online shop in nz.
He is a passionate fly fisherman who loves chasing the trophy trout in the back country rivers and lakes. New zealand trust orvis endorsed lodges and guides for your new zealand flyfishing trip. With this in mind, ron giles has written hooked on trout. If your going fly fishing in new zealand dont hestitate to buy this book.
Wild capture trout fishing nz 14 downing street, christchurch, new zealand 8025 rated 4. For all your fly fishing gear needs, shop at the flyshop giving back on every sale. This travel guide includes a suggested itinerary starting and ending in christchurch with a map, and detailed travel plans. Fishing tackle shop new zealand christchurch fly fishing. We carry an extensive range of freshwater and saltwater equipment from fly rods and reels to game fishing gear and. Each region has a list of local licence agents, click on the map on the right for the. Join a fishing guide on a freshwater fishing trip in and try your hand at fly fishing, trout fishing, salmon fishing or a range of other freshwater fish species in christchurch, new zealand. Christchurch fishing charters, fishing spots, new zealand. Christchurch fly fishing guide christchurch fly fishing guide service available from the city. In the south island you can also fish for salmon in many places.
In the west coast region, lake brunner is the most popular angling water in the region, with brown trout averaging 1. The book was published in 1979 but not an issue for the critical information presented is timeless. Mark also enjoys boat and land based sea fishing and taking his son for a fish. Forrester, rex trout fishing in new zealand fishingmag. North canterbury nz trout app trout fly fishing in new. Join a fishing guide on a freshwater fishing trip in and try your hand at fly fishing, trout fishing, salmon fishing or a range of other freshwater fish species in. Freshwater fishing in christchurch is a fun experience for all ages and levels of skill and experience. Nz fishing independent guide to fishing in new zealand. Complete angler is new zealands largest specialist fishing store. New zealand brown trout the leading magazine of fly fishing. Greetings and welcome to flyshop nz flyshop is owned and operated by steve gerard i was luck enough to be brought up on the banks of the rakaia river so fishing has been in my blood from an early age, i also gained a lot of valuable experience from a 12 year stint as a guide, and now run the shop full time. Christchurchs premier specialist fishing tackle store and anglers outfitters.
New zealand fly fishing escapes delivers authentic christchurch trout. Christchurch fishing attractions attract anglers of all levels of skill and experience. Nzs largest online range of trout flies, dries, nymphs. From the large braided rivers around christchurch across the spectacular southern alps to the lush west coast, there is a s wide a variety of fishing as can be found anywhere in new zealand. Shop with burnsco christchurch for a big selection of top quality marine and motorhome gear at great prices. Though now somewhat dated after 26 years this book is still a good read and contains many interesting photographs. New zealand fly fishing shop for all your fly tackle needs. Known as the best sighted fishing grounds in the world, new zealand has no shortage of pristine streams, rivers and lakes. Christchurchs premier specialist fishing tackle store and anglers outfitters, centrally located in the south island of new zealand and the closest to christchurchs international airport. Salmon solutions nz, 114 downing street, christchurch 2020. Christchurch fly fishing, troutlands fly fishing guide. New zealand fly fishing escapes, canterbury, south island. The upper kaiapoi or silverstream offers good spring creek fishing for trout.
South island fly fishing wild trout fishing tourism new zealand. It was a delightful book to read and to learn from. North canterbury trout fishing offers sight fishing from christchurch city cafes and parks to casting to beasts lying in deep blue pools as if poseidon himself squeezed them from the mountains. Stu will teach you the basics, help you hone your skills and give you expert advice on anything flyfishing related. While this search might take them all over the globe, new zealand is one of the rare places where an array of fly fishing experiences are available in an easytoaccess, californiasized chunk of land. After three trips, which were more than 80 percent were. Join a group fishing charter or explore great fishing spots yourself in christchurch, new zealand. Fish and game otago has an excellent book, guide to trout fishing in otago, which covers 140 waters and gives information on access and. For help in planning a new zealand fishing holiday from north america, contact the best of new zealand adventure travel, 2817 wilshire blvd. Complete angler is new zealand s largest specialist fishing store. New zealand trout migrate from place to place depending on rainfall, and new zealand guides are also constantly on the move looking for the best sightfishing conditions. Stu will teach you the basics, help you hone your skills and give you expert advice on anything fly fishing related. Manic new zealand dealers fly fishingmanic tackle project. These two rivers arent exactly close to christchurch.
We want to help you catch the big one and offer you the expertise, information, gear and help you need to help you have a fantastic fishing experience. Complete angler fishing store christchurch, new zealand. Lakes, rivers, back country stream and spring creeks all offer fantastic opportunities to fish for brown and rainbow trout. Superb fly fishing with the best new zealand fly fishing guides. We try to stock everything that a fisherman would need to plan. It takes about 90 minutes to reach south rakaia huts from the city. Christchurch s premier specialist fishing tackle store and anglers outfitters. For the full day trip you could expect 4 5 hours of on the river fishingtraining and a sheltered indoor location could be sort out if. Fishing tackle shop new zealand christchurch fly fishing saltwater fish. They are not necessarily the best known, or most productive, but they all offer quality fishing in the form of solitude and the opportunity to catch a trophy trout.
Author phil monahan posted on january 30, 2014 april 25, 2019 categories fly fishing tags brown trout, flyfishing videos, new zealand fly fishing our colleague simon perkins recently honeymooned in new zealand with his wife, els, and he captured this amazing footage. We are proud to offer the finest fishing available across our stunning portfolio of venues, providing all anglers with the chance to chase their chosen quarry in stunning surroundings. Centrally located in the south island of new zealand and the closest to christchurch s international airport. Fly fishing for the beginner or novice nz south island. It profiles what he regards as twenty of new zealands best trout fishing rivers and lakes. For the full day trip you could expect 4 5 hours of on the river fishingtraining and a sheltered indoor location could be sort out if unfavorable weather is encountered on the booked day. Recent seasons have produced a series of superb catches for our members. Trout fishing in new zealand by rex forrester published by madrona publishers. Learn the secrets of just where and how to catch large nz trout from experienced, local professional new zealand fly fishing guides. Fishing spots may include river fishing, freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing and big game fishing. The long road back combines two fictional stories among 23 anecdotal chapters, these stories are not all about trout. Trout fishing guide to new zealands south island by tony busch published by david bateman ltd, auckland, n.
Choose from a full day or a half day at the nz fly fishing school. Dec 01, 2003 if your going fly fishing in new zealand dont hestitate to buy this book. Whether your preference is barbel fishing on the famous throop and royalty fisheries, fly fishing for salmon and sea trout. Whether youre a beginner or an expert, learn everything there is to know about the facinating world of fly fishing. While this search might take them all over the globe, new zealand is one of the rare places where an array of fly fishing experiences are available in an easy. The first brown trout were introduced to new zealand in 1867 arriving in christchurch by sailing ships via tasmania, australia. Learn the secrets of just where and how to catch large nz trout from experienced, local professional new zealand fly. Fly fishing surveys have shown that anglers all rate solitude and the quality fishing experience very highly. Nz fishing specifically new zealand trout fishing takes skill only learned through years of experience a nz fishing guide can show you how to fish for new zealand brown trout. Manic tackle project, rene vaz, new zealand fly fishing team, fish city, hunting and fishing, rod and reel, fly shop, hamills, yeeha fishing.
Based in christchurch in the south island of new zealand, south island adventure fly fishing specializes in new zealand trout fishing. We can collect you from your hotel, motel, or cruise ship in the morning, and return you in the late afternoon of evening. Fly fishing guide nz, troutlands, canterbury guided fly. Busch, tony trout fishing a guide to new zealands south. Fly fishing guide nz, troutlands, canterbury guided fly fishing. But in new zealand, the advantages are all there and waiting. The complete angler is a specialist retail fishing store run by a group of fanatical anglers.
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