R E G I C Y C L E Posted January 27, 2023 Share Posted January 27, 2023 Headed down to the Snowies for Aus day, with the game plan being to catch a fish or two on my new trout specific setup... Atomic Arrowz Skinny Water, 6' 1-3kg, paired with a TD Black 2000. First fishable stop was Adelong Falls. I'd been here before and made a mental note of its fishing potential. Spent the first few minutes adjusting to the new rod, then walked about 3km of the creek. Unfortunately we arrived mid-day in 35 degree heat, so I didn't even get as much as a follow. Spoke to some locals who confirmed there is good trout in there. Filled out the rest of the afternoon, then headed out onto Long Plain for sundown. Parked up at one of the Murrumbidgee crossings for tea, and walked approx 5km of the river, resulting in 3 rainbows, and 2 or 3 more dropped. Beautiful country, but very rugged and rough going. Just before we left for our Tumut accommodation, I realised I'd left my Leatherman on the bank after dehooking a fish, about 4km upstream 🤬 I was planning to fish a different waterway the next morning, but we found out that the access road was closed. Decided to head back to the Bidgee and attempt to find the multitool. Fast tracked to the point I had left it, and found it within 30 seconds, none the worse for its night out. Pushed upstream from this point into new water, with the first cast bringing up a beautiful little brown. 2 more rainbows caught, before the day warmed up and I decided to call it. Lots of kms through scrub and flies for mostly small fish, but there's just something about fishing in this breathtaking scenery. Stupidly I forgot to pack long pants so the legs will be scratched up for a few weeks. Successful outing, with 6 fish chalked up on the new combo. Super sensitive tip on the rod, and it's short length and low weight makes it ideal for big days on the streams. All fish caught on the Wigstons Spinner shown below. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welster Posted January 27, 2023 Share Posted January 27, 2023 Such a beautiful place and a few fish for your efforts would be a bonus. A few years ago we camped at a Long Plain campground on the way to Blue Water Holes, I’d love to go back again. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 Top report. Great photos. Well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirvin21 Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 it's a great area to fish, can't wait to head up there again 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centrepin Posted January 29, 2023 Share Posted January 29, 2023 Well done on getting some nice fish. Looks like you had a good time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R E G I C Y C L E Posted January 30, 2023 Author Share Posted January 30, 2023 Thanks all for the comments. One of the most scenic parts of the country IMO. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big Neil Posted January 30, 2023 Share Posted January 30, 2023 Many thanks for sharing your trip summary and the amazing photos. Dead right about the beautiful countryside, lovely streams and very healthy looking fish. We are very fortunate to be able to visit such pristine locations for next to nothing (financially). Most countries it would cost a small fortune to be able to have a day out like that. Glad that your new gear exceeded your expectations too. bn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisecraft Posted January 31, 2023 Share Posted January 31, 2023 Well Done. Beautiful pics and great report. Thanks for sharing. Regards Kit 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R E G I C Y C L E Posted February 1, 2023 Author Share Posted February 1, 2023 On 1/31/2023 at 4:55 AM, big Neil said: Many thanks for sharing your trip summary and the amazing photos. Dead right about the beautiful countryside, lovely streams and very healthy looking fish. We are very fortunate to be able to visit such pristine locations for next to nothing (financially). Most countries it would cost a small fortune to be able to have a day out like that. Glad that your new gear exceeded your expectations too. bn Cheers Neil, Yes we are lucky, I reckon the only place that tops Aus is backcountry NZ ❤️ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GordoRetired Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 That is pretty countryside and fish as a bonus. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickles Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 Beautiful country - fish a bonus. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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