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You will notice that there is no introduction to this section yet.
I would like to fill this gap with an introduction from a local angler [or someone who is a frequent visiting fisherman] for every one of the geographical pages on Fatfisherman.com.
The many thousands of anglers now regularly using these pages prefer to read something written by someone who can see the area from an insider's point of view. They know the best spots, not just the ones that first time or overseas visitors usually visit or that are well known outside of the area.
Each introduction carries the e-mail address of the contributor so that anglers can get in touch with them if, for example, they are planning a trip [unless the contributor is unable to do this] so it could bring you extra business if you own a local fishery or tackleshop, charter boat or magazine etc.
Please get in touch if you feel you can contribute an introduction to this page - you don't have to be an expert; I'm not!
Its sister site, Fatbirder.com is regularly used by hundreds of thousands of birdwatchers when planning overseas trips or birding closer to home. That site gets four million hits a month and has a high Google rating because it is an information resource that is both comprehensive and trusted.
Help me make Fatfisherman.com the first point of reference for anyone who wants to go fishing anywhere in the world!
Fishing Guide to Victoria's CoastlineBy Bill Classon and Geoff Wilson ISBN: 9781865131290 Buy this book from Amazon.co.uk Victorian Fly Waterby Philip Weigall - Over 150 different lakes and streams are described with 25 colour maps. Colour-coded panels show stocking of each water year by year since 1999. Waterproof Fish GuidesAFN has produced these handy tackle-box guides to fish species and how to catch them. They contain accurate fish illustrations, descriptions, and diagrams of the best rigs for each fish species. Both saltwater and freshwater fish are featured with all the information needed to catch and identify them.
ISBN: 1865130753 Buy this book from Amazon.co.uk
Fish Victoriahttp://www.fishvictoria.com Loads of info about fishing in the state... lake reports, links for tackle, charters and lots more...
Bentleigh - Pro-Anglerhttp://www.proangler.com.auExplore our catalogue of exceptional Pro-Angler quality fishing tackle. Fly Fishing, Spin Fishing, Bait Fishing, Surf Fishing, Angling Accessories and Outdoor Clothing, for both the Freshwater and Saltwater fisher... Cranbourne - Tackle Worldhttp://www.ifish.com.au/store/Paul Worsteling's Tackleworld Cranbourne Lilydale - Lilydale Lakes Fishing Tackle3 Castella St, Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia - (03) 9735 3987 Melbourne - Hook Up Bait & Tacklehttp://www.hookupfishing.com.au718 Burwood Hwy, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia - (03) 9758 4332 - With lures, rods, reels and much more, we are a large retailer of fishing tackle situated East of Melbourne. We have a large range of fishing tackle, fishing rods, fishing reels, lures, hooks and all other fishing gear with everyday low prices... Melbourne - Tacklemaniahttp://www.tacklemania.com.au276 Dorset Road, Boronia - (03) 9762 6413 - Premium supplier of discount fishing tackle and boating accessories, over 100,000 customers served... Premium Fishing Storehttp://www.premiumfishing.com.auWe are located in Rowville, Victoria, Australia...
Goulburn Valley Fly Fishing Centrehttp://www.goulburnvlyflyfishing.com.auSatellite ViewGoulburn Valley Fly Fishing Centre (GVFFC) is a unique adobe style building that successfully mixes the best of old and new. The roof is uniquely Australian (Gum Green ColourBond) and the clever use of Mountain Ash pole and beam construction only add to the charm... Lake EildonTotally Trout Fishing CentreSatellite ViewTotally Trout Fishing Centre was first established in 1995. We are in the heart of Victoria’s finest freshwater fishing with Lake Eildon, The Goulburn, Acheron & Rubicon rivers on our doorstep. We offer a large range of trusted brands such as Berkley, ABU, Shakespeare, rapala, with good old fashioned service & local knowledge... Millbrook LakesFishing at Millbrook LakesSatellite ViewOne hours drive from Melbourne to Ballarat has you in the heart of Victoria. Just 20 minutes from Ballarat puts you at Millbrook Lakes Lodge - a private trout fly fishery... Timber Lakehttp://www.timberlake.com.au/about.htmSatellite View,Timber Lake is a picturesque 40 acre bushland lake situated in the Otway ranges hinterland in Victoria. The lake is some 1-1.5 km in length, of which 2/3 is dominated by stands of drowned timber stumps and logs. This has proven to be a haven for the powerful native fish that reside there...
*State Wide - The Victorian Game Fishing Clubhttp://www.vgfc.com.auhe Victorian Game Fishing Club was formed by five friends, at the time all members of the A.N.S.A. club, the Peninsula Sports Fishing Club. After 'discovering' a place called Bermagui on the New South Wales south coast they decided a Blue Water club would suit their needs. So in July 1974 the Victorian Game Fishing Club was born.Going from strength to strength with a growing membership the club purchased it's own premises in December 1982. The clubrooms, located at 186 Station Street, Edithvale, have been brought up to their present standards through the efforts of successive committees and, of course the club membership that has grown to around 300... Ballarat - Ballarat Fly Fishers' Clubhttp://www.ballaratflyfishers.org.auThe Ballarat Mechanics' Institute was the venue on the 19th August 1919 for a meeting convened by Mr. Victor Wastell, which resulted in the formation of the club, now known as the Ballarat Fly Fishers' Club... Barwon Heads - Barwon Heads Angling Club inc.http://bhac.org.auBarwon Heads Angling Club was established on 27/06/2007. We have been growing now for over 2 years .This site has grown with us. Our aim is to promote responsible and sustainable angling practices to our members and to the broader community... Bendigo - Bendigo & District Fly Fishers Inc.http://www.bendigoflyfishers.org.auThe B&DFF is affiliated with the Midlands and North Central Angling Association and the Council of Victorian Fly Fishing Clubs. the Club also participates in various fly fishing competitions and was the Victorian Club Champions in 2005... Boronia - Boronia Sport Fishing Club Inchttp://www.boroniasportfishing.comThe Boronia Sport Fishing Club Inc. started its life as the Eagle Angling club back in the 80's. The name was changed in 1990 when the club became incorporated. The club is involved in all forms of angling including Saltwater, Freshwater, Estuary & Surf... Echuca & Moama - Echuca and Moama Sport Fishing Clubhttp://home.vicnet.net.au/~emsfc/For tips on the best places to fish in the Murray, Goulburn and Campaspe Rivers around Echuca-Moama... Greensborough - Greensborough& District Angling Clubhttp://home.vicnet.net.au/~gdac/Our Club was founded in 1926 and was incorporated as an Association on 23 March 1988.. Hobsons Bay - Hobsons Bay Fishing Clubhttp://hobsonsbayfishingclub.org.auOur club started in December 1995 with 35 members as a family fishing club that held its first meeting at the Altona Scout Group Hall, Civic Parade, Altona... Inverloch - Anderson Inlet Angling Club Inverloch Inc.http://www.fishvictoria.com/AIAC/index.phpAnderson Inlet Angling Club was founded in 1959, when a group of fishermen held their first meeting over at Point Smythe. As the number of members grew, there was a need to find a location to enable the group to hold meetings and have their weigh-ins after each monthly competition... Koroit - Koroit & District Angling Club Inchttp://www.koroitanglingclub.comWelcome to our site! The Koroit and District Angling Club has been an active club over many years. Currently the club has members who are both active anglers and non-active. The club fishes both river and sea, encouraging members to weigh in fish they catch out of competition for trophys at our end of season presentation... Melbourne - Elwood Angling Club Inc.http://www.fishvictoria.com/elwood/Elwood Angling Club Inc. welcomes new members. The club, established in 1901, has a clubhouse on the foreshore at Elwood Beach, with boat space and a well appointed area for meetings and functions... Melbourne - Greenvale Sport and Game Fishing Clubhttp://www.greenvalefishingclub.com.auThe Greenvale Sports and Game Fishing Club Inc. (GSGFC) was founded in July 1990, by local anglers in the north-western suburbs of Melbourne. The club's philosophy is to provide a club that caters for all aspects of fishing for adults, juniors and the disadvantaged people within our community... Melbourne - Hobsons Bay Sport & Game Fishing Club Inc.http://www.fishvictoria.com/hobsons/index.phpA feature of our club's operation is our Annual Snapper Challenge Fishing Competition, which receives enormous support... Melbourne - Northern Suburbs Fly Fishing Clubhttp://www.flyfishing.org.auN.S.F.F.C. is an established fly fishing club in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. With members at all skill levels of fly fishing from novice to members of the Australian fly fishing team... Melbourne - Preston Northcote Angling Club http://www.prestonac.com.auSeventy-five years ago (1922) a well-known Preston citizen, viz. Mr F.P. Bird J.P. inserted an advertisement in the local paper that he wsa convening a meeting in the Preston Library Hall, with the object of forming an angling club. What sound judgement and foresight was shown by Mr Bird. As we perused and browsed through the Minutes and Records of the club over the years, it is with pleasure that we present to you - "A Brief History of the Preston Angling Club and Fish Protection Society Incorporated" - for the past 75 Years... Melbourne - Sandringham Anglers' Clubhttp://www.sandringhamanglersclub.comSandringham Anglers' Club is a Melbourne bayside fishing club open to all people regardless of experience or place of residence. Fishing in Port Phillip Bay, Westernport Bay and all over Victoria, the Sandringham Angling Club offers members the opportunity to fish in friendly competition in all categories or just to fish socially... Melbourne - Southern Fly Fishershttp://southernflyfishers.org.auSouthern Flyfishers is a Melbourne based flyfishing club, with meetings held in the southern suburb of Highett. The aim of the club is to support members in their enjoyment of the sport of fly fishing, the environment and the camaraderie. We have a monthly members night with guest speakers, a monthly fly tying night and a monthly general meeting. Meetings are held on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Our club has it's own casting pool and during daylight savings, we hold regular casting clinics New members are welcome... Mornington - Snapper Point Angling Clubhttp://members.ozemail.com.au/~spac/The Snapper Point Angling Club is family orientated and the majority of Memberships are family based. The clubs junior and intermediate sections are growing strongly and special events and prizes are presented regularly to encourage the younger ones to participate in the various activities... Mornington Peninsula - Mornington Peninsula Fly Fishers Inc.http://www.mpff.com.auMornington Peninsula Fly Fishers Inc. (the club) was incorporated on 9th June 1998. At the time the sport of flyfishing was undergoing a wave of popularity and as a result, the club’s numbers quickly grew and at one stage we had well over 100 financial members... Sale - Sale Fly Fishing Clubhttp://www.sffc.org.auThe Sale Fly Fishing Club was formed in November 1988, we are located in Eastern Victoria, Australia. (Central Gippsland) We currently have around 40 participating members, most of them live and work in and around the Sale and District community. Our members range from school age to retirement. We welcome new members from all ages, from either gender whether you are a beginner wishing to learn the gentle art of fly fishing, or you may be a master with the wand, we cater for all interested persons... Terang - Terang Angling Clubhttp://linux.gatewaybbs.com.au/~hulla/The Mount Emu Creek is a long but small meandering waterway located in the west of Victoria.The waterway starts as a series of creeks and waterways which merge together to form the Mt Emu Creek which its origins further north flows through areas around Beaufort, Skipton, Darlington, Terang and Panmure... Traralgon - Latrobe Valley Fly Fishershttp://www.visitlatrobevalley.com/pages/fishing/Whether you want to spend quality time with family and friends fishing one of our inland lakes such as Lake Glenmaggie, Blue Rock Lake or Lake Narracan; or simply wish to enjoy the regions beauty and solitude while fly fishing a high country Gippsland mountain stream such as the upper reaches of the Latrobe, Thomson or Macalister Rivers, our region is the place for fishing. The sport of trout fishing will challenge the most ardent angler... Traralgon - Loy Yang Recreational Angling Clubhttp://www.fishvictoria.com/loyyang/history.phpBack in March 1992 the Loy Yang Recreational Angling Club was formed at a meeting of approximately 20 interested employees from the Loy Yang 'A' Power Station. The idea arose after organised fishing trips were becoming more regular among a group of workmates and concern was rising as to both the declining nature of our fisheries and the attacks on recreational fishing by a vocal minority within the community... Waverley & District Anglers Inc.http://www.fishvictoria.com/wada/index.phpSecretary - PO Box 972 , Mt Waverley, Vic, 3149 Yarra Valley - Yarra Valley Fly Fishershttp://www.yvff.com.auThe Y.V.F.F. clubrooms are open to any visitors interested in Fly-Fishing.
If you are new to fly-fishing or would like some help with your casting technique (equipment can be supplied), come along and meet a few of the guys or just drop in for a chat over a tea or coffee...
Alexandra - Athlone Country Cottageshttp://www.athlonecountrycottages.com.auOnce you have settled in, the decisions are simple. Stay on the property and learn how to fly fish in our dams using our local experts... Anglers Arms - Port Alberthttp://www.promaccom.com.au/anglersarms/index.htm'The Angler's Arms ' & Fisherman's Cottage are situated in a prime position of Port Albert with views to both the marina & wharf & to the harbour entrance, inlet & Prom... Jindabyne - Lake Jindabyne Hotelhttp://www.lakejindabynehotel.com.auNestled at the end of Lake Jindabyne (which was completed in 1967 and has a capacity of 689 790 ML) modern day Jindabyne owes its continuing existence to its proximity to the major ski resorts in the Snowy Mountains and the superb facilities it offers to trout fishermen...
Goulburn Valley Fly Fishing SchoolsTuitionWhile some choose to do a tuition in a larger group, the vast majority of our services are conducted one to one or for small private groups. These sessions are available daily and offer the beginner/intermediate fly fisher the opportunity to maximise their time with an instructor and short-cut the steep learning curve often associated with fly fishing...
Shore FishingLocationsVictoria for a small state can offer some terrific fishing. Trout fishing in the mountains can be awesome and all around Victoria`s coastline can offer some fantastic land based spots...
Hastings - Profishing Chartershttp://www.profishing.com.auWhat can you expect to catch with ProFishing Fishing Charters? Whiting, Gummies, Snapper, Salmon,Warehou, Trevally, Pike and more. We offer you more fishing time, expert knowledge, fantastic service, excellent food and quality fishing gear, but most of all a enjoyable days fishing... Melbourne - Ace Fishing Chartershttp://acefishing.com.auWith over thirty years of fishing behind us, many of them chartering in Port Phillip Bay, Westernport and Bass Strait. Ace Fishing Charters have the knowledge, equipment and expertise to provide an enjoyable fishing trip for both the novice and serious fisherperson... Melbourne - Big Red Fishing Chartershttp://www.bigred.com.au Big Red Fishing Charters caters for the discerning angler wishing to experience the thrill of fishing the Rip at Port Phillip Heads and the fish-rich waters of Bass Strait... Melbourne - Gamerec Charters at the Harbourhttp://www.gamerec.comWe are located in Queenscliff, at the end of Bay Street, in the Wharf District, or Fishermans flats. Approximately 90 minutes from Melbourne City, and Ballarat, 30 minutes from Geelong or just 2 minutes from the Queenscliff... Melbourne - Gone Fishing Chartershttp://www.gonefishing.com.auOwner/operated for over 20 years, we take pride in the ability to extend local
and professional knowledge to clients enabling them to achieve optimal
results in their fishing experience... Melbourne - Melbourne Fishing Chartershttp://www.melbournefishing.comWe genuinely want you and your friends to catch a fish and enjoy your day on the bay. Come out fishing with us and be prepared to have fun"... Melbourne - St Kilda Chartershttp://www.stkildafishing.com.auSt Kilda Charters operates from St Kilda Marina and offers some of the best sightseeing and fishing that Port Phillip Bay has to offer. Our well-qualified and experienced team is committed to providing the highest quality service to all customers, from the moment you contact us, until you leave the vessel... Mornington Peninsula - Calypso Fishing Chartershttp://www.calypsofishingcharters.com.auCalypso Charters is a locally owned and operated business in historical Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula. With years of experience fishing the great waters of Bass Strait and Port Phillip Bay, Calypso Charters has developed an expertise and extensive knowledge of the best spots to catch fish... Mornington Peninsula - Schnapper Point Boat Hirehttp://www.fishingmornington.comMornington boat hire bait and tackle is located in Schnapper Point Mornington on the Mornington peninsula South of Frankston, 1 hour from Melbourne and on the shores of Port Phillip Bay. What are you waiting for? Come and rent one of our hire boats and experiance the freedom of boat hire... Phillip Island - T-Cat Fishing Chartershttp://www.tcatcharters.com.auT-Cat Charters provide fishing charters, sightseeing, survey work, and commercial dive charters... Portland - South-West Fishing Chartershttp://fishingportland.comSouth West Charters has been operating in the pristine waters of Portland Bay and the Southern Ocean reaping the rewards of fishing in Western Victoria’s unexploited waters for 15 years. Kevin Treloar has fished these waters for most of his life both commercially and as a charter operator. Nick, a keen and experienced angler will ensure your gear is first class giving you the best opportunity to catch the fish you’re after!... Queenscliff - Adamas Fishing Charters http://www.adamasfishingcharters.com.auWith over 30 years experience, our skipper Rodney Lawn takes you out into Bass Strait to catch sharks like Makos, Threshers, Gummies, Seven Gill Sharks and fish like Snapper, Tuna, Salmon, Trevally and more. Read more about the fish you could be catching on the fishing page... Queenscliff - Ocean Grove Fishing Chartershttp://www.oceangrovefishingcharters.com.auYour local skipper Nick Scerri is a passionate fisherman and diver who has great knowledge of the local waters and fish. Nick has also had the opportunity to skipper charter boats in remote Northern Territory in the Arafura Sea... Queenscliffe - Queenscliff Fishing Charters and Scenic Tourshttp://www.kyena.com/fishingtripsAussie Salmon are heaps of fun for both the novice and experienced angler, they travel in immense numbers with hundreds to thousands of individuals in one school... Queenscliffe - Rip Chartershttp://www.ripcharters.com.auAt Rip Charters, we're fishing all year round and our speciality is following the seasons to suit the best catch of the day. Troll for salmon or try casting for some Big Red Snapper. Anyone can do it... Rye Beach - Jillian Fishing Tripshttp://www.thejillian.com.auThe southern area of Port Phillip Bay is a fantastic aquatic playground with sights and activities for the whole family. Dad can enjoy the fishing while the kids will delight at the seals, dolphins, pelicans and other wild life. We even get the occasional on-board visit from the friendlier seals... Warrnambool - Southern Coast Charters http://www.southerncoastcharters.com.auSouthern Coast Charters operate SOUTHERN VENTURE, a jet catamaran with a deck length of 42ft (13m). and beam 16ft.(5m), making it a very stable and spacious area to fish from or travel on. Powered by twin 350hp Yanmar diesels, equipped with all safety gear required by MSV, along with the lastest navigational equipment and a private in-built toilet, makes our vessel accessible to everybody who wants a safe and enjoyable trip... Westernport Bay - Westernport & Peninsula Fishing Chartershttp://www.peninsulafishingcharters.comWe have many years experience in charter fishing in Westernport Bay
and Bass Strait...
Angling AdventuresGuided Fishing Tourse.g. One hours drive from Melbourne to Ballarat has you in the heart of Victoria. Just 20 minutes from Ballarat puts you at Millbrook Lakes Lodge - a private trout fly fishery... Apollo Bay - Apollo Bay Boat Charter & Fishinghttp://www.apollobayfishing.com.auWith 30 years of professional fishing knowledge, the skipper knows the best spots. We generally travel 15-20 mins south of Apollo Bay Harbor, about ½ to 1km offshore. The area is surrounded by spectacular rugged coastline of the Otway rangers and the beauty of the waters of Bass Strait and the Southern Ocean... Flyfish Victoriahttp://www.flyfish.com.auFly Fish Victoria is a small business based in Melbourne, Australia which operates fly fishing and fly tying courses, package fishing trips and custom guiding services. It is owned and operated by Rob Flower, a former Australian team member and experienced angler, instructor, guide and fly-tyer. We welcome you to contact us to discuss your fly fishing requirements... Matthew Hunt Fishing Serviceshttp://www.fishingservices.com.auMatthew Hunt Fishing Services offers the ultimate in Bay, Shark and offshore Game fishing, Victorian wide. This includes snapper charters in Port Phillip Bay, Bluefin tuna charters in Portland, whiting charters in Westernport and Port Phillip, shark charters in Bass Strait and much more... Timber Lake Tourshttp://www.timberlake.com.auThe savage surface strike of large Murray Cod at Timber Lake has astounded many seasoned anglers. In fact some have had to sit down after a big strike as the sound alone is enough to make you weak at the knees...
A Guide to the Inland Angling Waters of VictoriaOn-line GuideThis Guide will help you locate inland angling waters in Victoria. If you know the name of water you intend to visit, then you can learn more about its location, how best to access the water, what fish species are present and which Government agency is responsible for various aspects of the fishery and its surrounds... Fishing in Gippslandhttp://www.gippslandinfo.com.au/pages/fishing-in-gippsland-and-victoriaFishing reports, lakes, sea etc... Fishing in Victoria http://tiny.cc/angling164 Victoria offers diverse, year-round recreational fishing opportunities – from freshwater rivers and lakes, to estuaries, inlets, bays, beaches, and offshore fishing... Go Fishing in Victoriahttp://tiny.cc/Angling233 Now is the time to drop a line in the water and get hooked on fishing. Fishing is a great social activity for family and friends and a perfect way to explore Victoria’s wilderness and waterways... Parks Fishinghttp://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/1process_details.cfm?activity=8Info on fishing in and around a number of State & National Parks...
Rod Barford - Flytrek Australiahttp://www.fishnet.com.au/flytrek/Over the past 30 years Rod Barford has explored much of what entails the fly fishing experience, and has come to know many of its secrets. This knowledge and dedication to fly fishing has made Rod one of the most sought after professional guides by anglers from all around the world. Whether you're looking for that special "one on one" guided fly fishing experience, or you're just starting out Rod Barford's FLYTREK AUSTRALIA has something for you...
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum Complexhttp://www.flagstaffhill.comOverlooking Warrnambool's picturesque Lady Bay, the Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum Complex recounts the treacherous history of Victoria’s southern coast, which has claimed over 160 ships. The complex re-creates a nineteenth-century coastal port, and is built around the original lighthouses and fortifications...
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