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The Murray River is home to the largest freshwater fish in Australia - the mighty Murray cod. In this book Brian Hinson and Bill Classon each draw on over 40 years experience to reveal the best methods to catch one of these legendary fish. There is also information on other fish species found in the Murray River, including trout cod, redfin, golden perch, silver perch and catfish. Detailed maps of the Murray River are included, with notes on the best fishing spots, techniques and more. -
Fishing Atlas for Murrumbidgee River is a full-colour guide that details the recreational opportunities along the length of the river from Gundagai to Balranald. This guide lists every public access point to the river along this length, the river conditions, fishing potential, boat launching facilities, campsite quality and the availability of items such as toilets, barbecues, tables and seats. GPS coordinates are supplied for the approach to every entrance to the reserves, parks and other river access points. Plus there are plenty of fishing hints and fish identification and capture information to help make your stay in the area successful. Â -
New for 2017 - Available in March Fishing Atlas for Port Phillip Bay is a complete guide to fishing the bay and its estuaries, including GPS marks to get you amongst the fish! -
Fishing Atlas for SE Queensland - New Edition
Our southern Queensland waters envelop the city of Brisbane and the surrounding regions of the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. The area provides a wealth of water and fishing opportunities. A feature of this lovely part of the world is that it forms the mixing zone for southern and northern species. How many major Australian cities offer a backdrop that provides top-class fishing for the likes of Spanish mackerel, longtail tuna, snapper, threadfin salmon and bass? There really is much to love about this part of our coastline! -
Fishing Atlas for Victoria's Coastline
Fully Revised & Updated - Available March 2017 Fishing Atlas for Victoria's Coastline is a complete guide to fishing Victoria's bays, inlets, offshore and estuarine waters, including GPS marks to get you amongst the fish. Where and when to fish and how to catch various species is covered with detailed maps identifying specific fishing areas from Mallacoota in the east to Portland in the west and everywhere in-between. -
FISHING ATLAS FOR VICTORIAN INLAND WATERS 2
The inland waters of Victoria offer a diverse array of freshwater fishing over an equally diverse geographical landscape. From vast dry plains to the west, where there are few rivers and lakes to some of the countries highest peaks to the east. Freshwater fishing in Victoria is extremely popular with an ever-increasing band of anglers heading out on weekends to tackle some of our best native sportfish such as Murray cod or yellowbelly, game fish such as trout or Chinook salmon or simply after a good feed of tasty redfin. For the most part, many of the waters listed in this book are within a relatively easy short drive from Melbourne, Victoria’s capital city. -
The Snowy Mountains is a world class trout fishery that has a vast array of creeks, streams, rivers, and man-made impoundments full of healthy trout. Many waterways are within National Parks allowing easy access for those wishing to discover the more remote streams and creeks. For those keen to explore the lakes and dams there are endless options available for both land based and boat anglers. The area attracts thousands of anglers every year, from the novice angler to the hard-core sport fishing enthusiast. Andrew McGovern has been hiking, fishing, and exploring all corners of the Snowy Mountains for over four decades. During this time, he has accumulated an almost unsurpassed knowledge of the area and used all manner of methods to catch the wily trout that call this region their home. This atlas is a comprehensive overview of the area, where Andrew has transferred his knowledge onto a complete set of detailed maps where he divulges every hot spot to fish, gain access, and what methods work best at what time of the year. Join Andrew on a journey to discover the beauty and magnificence of the Snowy Mountains while casting a line for one of the many trout on offer. -
In the Fishing Guide to South Australia, Shane Mensforth and Jamie Crawford cover their home state's entire coastline, from the Victorian border all the way across to Western Australia. The Fishing Guide to South Australia will appeal to locals and visitors, experienced anglers and those new to the sport. In fact, anyone who enjoys wetting a line in SA will find it an essential reference. -
This is the ultimate guide to fishing Western Port. Every major species available in the Port—including snapper, whiting, mulloway, gummy sharks and elephant fish—go under the microscope with best baits areas, times and methods revealed. This unique tidal system is then broken down into specific areas, each one containing a detailed map and a total of over 150 of the best GPS marks you could ever hope to get your hands on. These marks describe actual fishing spots and the locations have been given up by some of the best anglers the Port has ever seen, including its charter boat brigade, which history shows tend to keep such information very close to their chests. The unwritten rules of angler secrecy have been broken and you get to share the rewards. The aim of this guide is to see you catch more fish on your next Western Port outing. No longer will you wonder if you are going to catch a fish—now you just have to think about how big it will be. FEATURES • Detailed maps of specific fishing areas • What to fish for • Where to catch fish • How to catch fish • GPS marks -
Freshwater Fishes of Australia is an invaluable reference for any angler who fishes in freshwater and is wanting to identify their catch. It contains detailed descriptions and accurate illustrations of each fish, as well as information on distribution, biology, fishing tactics and more. It also includes all the rigs and hints on how to catch them as well. Whatever fish you’re chasing you’ll find all the information you need to catch it and identify it in this comprehensive book.  -
Trolling is one the most productive and challenging methods of targeting freshwater fish. Unfortunately, many anglers spend a great deal of time aimlessly dragging lures around behind their boats with little real understanding of how to best utilise their time and improve their results.
Freshwater Trolling Techniques is an ideal book for anglers that want to improve their catch rate and gain valuable information to improve their trolling techniques.
Techniques covered in this how-to book include valuable information on flat line trolling, the use of rigging and weighted lines such as lead-core line, diving planers and trolling aids. Topics covered also include planer boards, both inline and double runner boards, snap weights, trolling attractors, boat set-up, lure and colour selection, rigging lures and downrigging techniques for freshwater trolling.
If trolling for a range of freshwater fish species is your passion, then this book is for you.
About the Author
Bill Presslor is a designer, educator and journalist with nearly fifty years angling experience. Bill has written about angling extensively for several publications, including Freshwater Fishing Australia magazine. His angling experiences include fishing in Australia, New Zealand, the United States and Canada.
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GEOFF WILSON'S WATERPROOF BOOK OF BASIC FISHING KNOTS
Geoff Wilson has an undeniable passion for knots and their correct tying. It is this passion that has inspired the release of his Waterproof Book of Basic Fishing Knots. In this pocket sized book, Geoff takes anglers through the precise methods and processes needed to tie the sometimes difficult knots that modern fishing lines require. To make these publications more convenient for the angler, these pocket size books are both waterproof and tear resistant - ideal for the tackle box! -
Geoff Wilson's Waterproof Book of Essential Fishing Knots is a pocket-sized guide shows you how to tie knots just like an expert. These knots are essential and at times difficult to remember. You can take this book whenever you go fishing. It fits in a tackle box, glove box, pocket - anywhere! The heavy waterproof pages with spiral binding will stay open and flat for easy reading, even under the most adverse weather conditions. -
GEOFF WILSON'S WATERPROOF BOOK OF KNOTS SPORT FISHING
Geoff Wilson has an undeniable passion for knots and their correct tying. It is this passion that has inspired the release of his Waterproof Book Knots Sports Fishing. In this pocket sized book, Geoff takes anglers through the precise methods and processes needed to tie the sometimes difficult knots that modern fishing lines require. To make these publications more convenient for the angler, these pocket size books are both waterproof and tear resistant - ideal for the tackle box!
