I believe that everybody has a different ideal experience but a very similar desire, to catch and hunt the wild trout of new zealands south island. Southlands grand waiau river is wellknown as a trout fishing wonderland. A guide to new zealands south island, 5th edition fly fishing. The south island contains a variety of fishing experiences and the standout areas are nelson, canterbury, west coast and the lower south island. Winter fishing is available in both the canterbury and westland regions. South padre island tx, united states member since may 2019 capt. John kents south island trout fishing guide is a comprehensive guide. 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.
Kent, john south island trout fishing guide fishingmag. Both parks are world renown for holding large wild brown trout and offering both spectacular scenery and unbelievable fly fishing experiences. As a professional fly fishing guide i adopt a very adaptable nature due to the diverse range of clientele and the extremely changeable conditions we face in the outdoors of the south island. Pdf north island trout fishing guide download full pdf. Spring time fishing in south carolina waters can be very productive. While the fish are very wary and difficult to catch, youll be rewarded with plenty of adrenaline rushes and memories that last a lifetime. Busch, tony trout fishing a guide to new zealands south.
South island trout fishing guide john kent book in. Off the beaten path on new zealands south island midcurrent. Afn geoff wilsons waterproof book of essential fishing knots. Our south island fly fishing itinerary is every anglers dream come true. Including many colour photographs, together with black and white maps showing places to fish. South end anglers ability to access so much of the areas fishing grounds is possible because of our 2016 sea hunt br22bx, powered by yamaha. The central north island is primarily rainbow territory, while the top of the south island has built a reputation as the prime brown trout fishery, and further south youll find our most diverse waters, from glorious rivers teeming with wild fish to monumental glacial formed lakes ringed by native forest. Some rivers or lakes are open all year round, while some others are open for limited periods during the winter. If you are looking for an unforgettable fishing holiday in new zealand, you will love the beautiful central south island. The aim of a controlled fishery is to manage angling pressure with the aim of preserving a high quality angling. Southern rivers fly fishing south island new zealand. Fishing season begins on the 1st of november and finishes on 30th april.
The mackenzie basin central south island, offers a variety of fly fishing water, from fastflowing mountain rivers to gentle chalk stream type water southland includes rivers that are considered the trout fisher purists dream and certainly. Our haast flight office has many local trout fishing rivers only a short flight from the base. Contact us at south island adventure fly fishing where we can assist you locating a nz fishing guide who is experienced in catching the large nz brown trout. This is a fantastic book for planning a trip to new zealands south island. South island fly fishing is all about sight fishing to large wild trout and the number of rivers to fish is truly amazing. Hector has been fishing the laguna madre bay system since he was 8 years old, but decided to start fishing professionally full time in 2010. With the south island trout fishing guide, you will. South end anglers offers anglers of all ages and experience levels the opportunity to enjoy the waters surrounding topsail island, lea island, figure 8 island and wrightsville beach. South island fly fishing wild trout fishing tourism.
In 2004, john combined with photographer david hallett to publish classic fly fishing in new zealand rivers, and this book won a montana. Considering visiting queenstown, wanaka or dunedin. First published 1990, reprinted 1993, 1995, revised 1996, new edition 1998, revised 2002, reprint 2004, new edition 2006. With the south island trout fishing guide, you will discover all the tips and techniques you need for a successful trip to the worldrenowned waters of this anglers paradise. With more fishing rivers and fisheries than most parts of the world this is one of the ultimate places to get off the land and step into liquid. This book will be of special interest to anglers who enjoy the challenge of. Searching for the worlds finest fly fishing for wild brown and rainbow trout. We are in the roaring forties surrounded by ocean so the weather plays a huge role on where we fish whether it be minimising wind or finding clear water. If you want to catch fish this is the guide for you. With the help of your guide, take a boat out to the. South padre island bay fishing catches include sand trout, whiting, drum, shark, sheepshead and more depending on the season. South island trout fishing guide by john kent abebooks. The south island is known for crystal clear waters and large brown trout populations. Welcome to bodhi trout home of world class fly fishing in new zealands south island all rivers hold both wild rainbow and wild brown trout.
However winter fishing in certain locations is available. Each region has a list of local licence agents, click on the map on the right for the. Written by john kent, this is the fly fishermans bible with all the info you need for a diy trout fishing trip in. Over 400 fishing spots on some of the best trout waters in the south island are described in detail. South island fly fishing 12 days nz custom self drive. As our water slowly warms schools of huge predatory fish concentrate along the coast and hunt there daily prey. South island trout fishing guide john kent book instock buy. South island trout fishing guide by john kent penguin books.
Join a freshwater fishing guide on a south island freshwater fishing trip and try your hand at fly fishing, trout fishing, salmon fishing or a range of other freshwater fish species in the south island of new zealand. Freshwater fishing in south island is a fun experience for all ages and levels of skill and experience. Having plan a, b, c and z is where i come into play. New zealand trout fishing season calendar best of nz fly. This book is designed to help those anglers who enjoy exploring and fishing new waters.
The updated edition includes new chapters on the baton, the upper wangapeka, and the upper clarence rivers. South island trout fishing guide by john kent penguin. The south island offers a variety of fishing experiences for the keen angler. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Rivers and seasons stonefly lodge is centrally located between kahurangi national park and nelson lakes national park covering the northwest corner of the south island of new zealand. These proud trout will try every trick in the book to avoid the net. Trout fishing a guide to new zealands south island by tony busch. South island fly, salmon and trout fishing directory, new zealand. John kents south island trout fishing guide is a comprehensive guide to the south islands incomparable trout fishing waters. Well add fishing guides, rental cars, transfers, helifishing, and whatever else you need for your stay. This book will be of special interest to anglers who. South island trout fishing guide by john kent 364 pages, soft cover published new edition 2006, 2009.
Talk to us about drop offs and pick ups from your chosen location. On this halfday fly fishing trip, discover the rivers secrets and maybe catch a trout or two of your own. New zealand fishing lodges offer some of the best fly fishing for trout available anywhere. One could easily spend a life time exploring it all. Captain murphys provides the rod, reel, and all bait and tackle. This book will be of special interest to anglers who enjoy the challenge of exploring and. At the top of the south island, we find the motueka river. This edition is much improved and considerably expanded. Running from north to south, the main braided rivers on the south islands east coast are the wairau, waiau, hurunui, waimakariri, rakaia, rangitata and waitaki. If youre the type of fisherman who likes to fish big rivers crashing down mountains close to the sea as well as hiking up streams that drain high elevation sheep stations youll find these. South island trout fishing guide is a well known and much soughtafter guide to the south islands troutfishing waters. Pdf south island trout fishing guide download full pdf.
Fly fishing new zealand, south island riverview lodge. A comprehensive guide to the south islands incomparable trout fishing waters. South island trout fishing guide, john kent shop online for books. 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. Redfish, speckled trout, snook, flounder, black drum, mangrove snapper and kingfish. South island fly, salmon and trout fishing, freshwater. New zealand fly fishing has long held an outstanding reputation with the traveling angler as being one of the worlds top trout fly fishing destinations. Schools of redfish ply the shallows and big sea trout roam the flats and nearshore waters. It describes 450 rivers and 150 lakes, and gives uptodate information about their location, access, fishing season and bag limits, as well as the best techniques and flies to use for successful fishing. Drawing on over sixty years experience of fishing new zealands backcountry rivers and lakes, john kent has created an unparalleled, practical guide for local and. Owneroperator of glendeer fly fishing guides, professional fly fishing guide since 2000. Written by john kent, this is the fly fishermans bible with all the info you need for a diy trout fishing trip in the south island.
Mountain streams still fishing well for browns with dries. We set off, saw the seals, toured the sound to the tasman sea, enjoyed the lotr scenery, then went fishing those who fished enjoyed it tarakihi, blue cod, and a monster. More than 400 rivers and 150 lakes are described, along with. Plan your fly fishing trip with us and experience the ultimate trout fishing holiday or if you are a local simply the. The personal attention from the lovely friendly crew emma, jackie and tane, the beautiful views, the variety of activities such as.
Buy a discounted paperback of south island trout fishing guide online from. South island trout fishing guide trout books new zealand fly. After three trips, which were more than 80 percent were. The river types and size vary greatly with each region having its own intricacies. Captain kevin was very knowledgeable about the area and showed us many sites. One of those features was dubbed, do it yourself, something or other. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Lees south padre fishing charters offers half day 56 hours and full day 8 hours charters fishing out of jims pier on south padre island, tx. March weather still warm and settled in the north island but becoming cooler in the south. There are literally hundreds of streams, rivers, and lakes described in here. South island trout fishing guide by john kent 9780143202684. You can be in absolute wilderness peacefully fishing for. Specializes in fly fishing new zealands central south island headwater streams, rivers and spring creeks. Generally winter trips are shorter due to less daylight hours.
John kent gives a couple paragraphs of information on just about every piece of water on the island that has trout. In southland the waiau is a standout braided river and perhaps one of new zealands best trout fishing rivers, yielding large. More than 400 rivers and 150 lakes are described, along with their location, access, fishing season and appropriate techniques and flies. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the us or from the uk. Allow kevin payne, a registered new zealand professional for fishing tours in new zealand to take you on a guided experience specializing in sighted flyfishing for wild brown and rainbow trout. Buy south island trout fishing guide by john kent at mighty ape nz. Captain murphys offers threebay fishing trips daily aboard the 54foot vessel hard bottom too. In operation since 1996, greg guides various local waters including the famed makaroa and matukituki but spends most of his time floating the wide, fish. Handpicked local guides reveal the secrets of our remote fiordland rivers, otago alpine streams, and the legendary sighted brown trout fisheries of the upper. Fishpond new zealand, south island trout fishing guide by john kentbuy. Trout are in peak condition and so a good month for trophies.
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