Centrepin Posted April 28, 2010 Share Posted April 28, 2010 I have been an avid voyeur of this site for some time now. Work commitments kept me from Fishing for a long time and I have received great joy in reading of the exploits and joining in the success of others. So thanks so much to Hodgey, Roberta, Rickster, Nanook, Luderick Luke and so many of you for giving me a diversion from the daily grind and keeping me sane when times were tough at work. So I finally was able to get fishing this year so a few of the exploits to follow. The most recent Brindabella and the Snowies. I have fished the Goodradigbee coming in from Rules point and had good fishing with lovely camping. The access from the Canberra side to the area I wanted to fish meant a long 4WD section and having seen the access on Maps I was keen to try with my optimistic view showing about 50k's of 4WD. Arrived at Brindabella Bridge 8.30pm and I was keen to press on. The more sensible one in the party convinced me finding the way in daylight would be a better option and if it was only 50k's could be covered with time to spare before the appointed fishing start time 10.30am. Found a delightful spot next to the river, opened up the cartop camper and slept well. Got going at 7.30am. The 50k's turned into 100k's with 20ks of backtracking. Got to the spot about 11.00am and very glad did not attempt in the dark. By now time to set up camp have some lunch and prepare for an arvo fish. The day was bright and clear with a few hoppers jumping about. Fished the first runs above the camp and found lot’s of small rainbows. In fact the river was well stocked with fish up to about 30cms. Fish rose fairly freely to a well presented dry and probably landed 10 or so and this kept us interested for the afternoon. Kept one fish for Breaky the next day. Had a lovely fire and a pleasant walk in the evening. Next day was bright and clear again and though we had a good day the size of the fish was not what we had come to expect from this area. Previous trips we found the fish harder to catch and used weighted nymphs a lot more but the fish were 25 – 40cm’s in about the same numbers. We had consumed more fuel than planned to get to this point and getting back out the same way could be an issue so with this in mind and the size of the fish we decided to head out through Rules point and fish the Upper Eucumbene. First run we came upon we saw fish pairing up ready to spawn. Told Evi about the process and the antic of cavorting love making than can be seen. Left the spawners alone and fished with dries in the runs. Caught some lovely Rainbows on size14 Adams and a couple of browns about 1 lb. We just released a fish when I heard splash / splash in the next run and could witness the whole process. The Female digging the Redd, the Male pushing would be suitors away. The opportunists waiting downstream for spilt eggs. I am always fascinated by the beauty of trout and this time was just as special. Caught another lovely Brown and called it a day after about 2 hours fishing and watching. Drove home through Cooma very satisfied with a diverse and interesting weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hodgey Posted April 28, 2010 Share Posted April 28, 2010 to the forums mate. There's something special about travelling off the beaten track in pursuit of fish. Sounds like you had a terrific time and found fish in good numbers. I'm heading to Eucy in the next couple of weeks in search of trout on lure, and the recent trout reports have got me super keen! Looking forward to more reports from you in the future, Cheers Hodgey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsswordfisherman Posted April 28, 2010 Share Posted April 28, 2010 to fishraider Centrepin, I just love it when "long time voyeurs" join us and start posting What a fabulous post for your first. It looks so serene and peaceful in this spot you have taken us to. I have never attempted to catch trout as yet. Swordie keeps telling me he will take me fly fishing and I may just take him up on the offer sooner or later. Look forward to the next post from you. Cheers mrsswordfisherman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taloyoak Posted April 28, 2010 Share Posted April 28, 2010 Nice one Geoff, Now there is a bit more solidarity with us "real" fishermen...LOL!. And you are one up on me as my wife doesn't fly fish yet ( but soon will!). I'll email you tomorrow. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arpie Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 (edited) Welcome to Fishraider, Centrepin!! :1welcomeani: We love reading about other's fishing exploits & as MrsSwordy says - what a great first post!! We were all 'voyeurs' to start off with!! Took me ages before I finally 'signed up' & put up a post .... best decision I ever made! Isn't it amazing when you see the trout doing their thing?? I witnessed it a couple of time in NZ when staying at Lake Tarawera - didn't matter what you tossed at them, they just weren't interested - too busy doing what they gotta do!! Great post - I haven't been to the Brindabellas since the early 70's when I camped & tramped my way around there & I wasn't even into fishing that much then, or I am sure I would have snuck a breakdown rod into my pack!! I never travel without one, now!! Well done on the trout - sounds like the weather was kind to you - might be a bit cooler there now!! Give it a go, Donna - it isn't as difficult as it looks! Cheerio & looking forward to more reports soon Roberta Edited April 29, 2010 by Roberta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centrepin Posted April 30, 2010 Author Share Posted April 30, 2010 Welcome to Fishraider, Centrepin!! :1welcomeani: We love reading about other's fishing exploits & as MrsSwordy says - what a great first post!! We were all 'voyeurs' to start off with!! Took me ages before I finally 'signed up' & put up a post .... best decision I ever made! Isn't it amazing when you see the trout doing their thing?? I witnessed it a couple of time in NZ when staying at Lake Tarawera - didn't matter what you tossed at them, they just weren't interested - too busy doing what they gotta do!! Great post - I haven't been to the Brindabellas since the early 70's when I camped & tramped my way around there & I wasn't even into fishing that much then, or I am sure I would have snuck a breakdown rod into my pack!! I never travel without one, now!! Well done on the trout - sounds like the weather was kind to you - might be a bit cooler there now!! Give it a go, Donna - it isn't as difficult as it looks! Cheerio & looking forward to more reports soon Roberta Thanks to all you guys. Great to make contact. Donna, Roberta is right not difficult. The fairer sex generally do better than the blokes as they have more control and finesse. My wife has been flyfishing for about 12 months now and is doing well. She caught fish in Brindabella's and just loves fly fishing. We try to get as much dry flyfishing as possible as your see so much of the fish and what is happening around you. Will post soon if Blackfishing Royal National Park this weekend. Bye for now, Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luderick -angler Posted May 2, 2010 Share Posted May 2, 2010 Welcome on board Geoff, now with a name like centrepin (it makes me wonder ) you must be into the fine art! and not fly fishing which is one of the fine arts of fishing! The brown trout are just starting to move into the spawning beds now though in saying that the folks at Turangi are still taking big browns in the lower bridge pool ans as low as th Swirl and Honeypot! In Wellington our season has closed but we still have a little open water and I got some good sea runs in the hutt this year it's now time to concentrate on the Taupo region! Good luck blackfishing! Whats your rod and reel of choice? Cheers Royce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centrepin Posted May 3, 2010 Author Share Posted May 3, 2010 Welcome on board Geoff, now with a name like centrepin (it makes me wonder ) you must be into the fine art! and not fly fishing which is one of the fine arts of fishing! The brown trout are just starting to move into the spawning beds now though in saying that the folks at Turangi are still taking big browns in the lower bridge pool ans as low as th Swirl and Honeypot! In Wellington our season has closed but we still have a little open water and I got some good sea runs in the hutt this year it's now time to concentrate on the Taupo region! Good luck blackfishing! Whats your rod and reel of choice? Cheers Royce. Royce, Great to hear from You. Rock Blackfishing is 12Foot Ocean Rod . Reel is alvey side cast modern equvalient of 50A5E. Estuary 10 Foot glass made from ex Flyrod same reel. Trout is Loomis GL4 4 Weight and Hardy Featherweight. Great to hear from the shakey isle. I'll write more when i get the chance. Where do / did you Blackfish? Talk more soon. Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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