Turangi Fishing Report 24 September 2026 - by Brian Willson
Well, the school holidays are almost upon us (they start this weekend), so one can expect a bit more company on the rivers in the next couple of weeks. Some...
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Turangi Fishing Report 24 September 2026 - by Brian Willson
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A bit of back country from ILFF ambassador Ben.A bit of back country from ILFF ambassador Ben.
Ben – I Love Fly Fishing Ambassador The beginnings of a great journey, thanks Ben. If you have a ‘natural’ video you would like to share with other fishers, let...
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Some Nelson Region Pics from BenSome Nelson Region Pics from Ben
Some Nelson Region pics from Ben as he heads ouyt there doing it.
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Turangi Fishing Report 13 January 2023Turangi Fishing Report 13 January 2023
Brian Willson, professional guide, 021667867, brings us his weekly fly fishing report from Turangi for the Central North Island lakes and rivers.
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Knots with BrianKnots with Brian
Brian talks about the importance of knots. Includes the improved clinch know and triple surgeons knot.
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Turangi Fishing Report 06 January 2023Turangi Fishing Report 06 January 2023
Brian Willson, professional guide, 021667867, brings us his weekly fly fishing report from Turangi for the Central North Island lakes and rivers.
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Turangi Fishing Report 30 December 2022Turangi Fishing Report 30 December 2022
Brian Willson, professional guide, 021667867, brings us his weekly fly fishing report from Turangi for the Central North Island lakes and rivers.
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Fishing The Dry Fly with BrianFishing The Dry Fly with Brian
Brian talks about fishing the dry fly. A few tips and tricks for you.
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Turangi Fishing Report 23 December 2022Turangi Fishing Report 23 December 2022
Brian Willson, professional guide, 021667867, brings us his weekly fly fishing report from Turangi for the Central North Island lakes and rivers.
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Fishing Flooded Rivers with BrianFishing Flooded Rivers with Brian
Brian talks about fishing flooded dirty rivers. They can be very rewarding, just give them a try.
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Locating Summer Trout: Targeting Trout in Gravel & Rock Shelves in BRIGHT Summer ConditionsLocating Summer Trout: Targeting Trout in Gravel & Rock Shelves in BRIGHT Summer Conditions
by Jensen Flyfishing One of the most consistent trout lies in any trout river or stream is found in gravel shelves and riffles. Water flow, mixing of oxygen, broken water...
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Turangi Fishing Report 16 December 2022Turangi Fishing Report 16 December 2022
Brian Willson, professional guide, 021667867, brings us his weekly fly fishing report from Turangi for the Central North Island lakes and rivers.
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Moods of the OMoods of the O
Once a year, I make the pilgrimage to lake Otamanukau, always vowing to be back sooner and yet never managing to do so. Leaving is always painful but that clear...
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