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Jim Allen - 12 Nov, 2025

A heartfelt tribute to John Fox — friend, guide and fishing companion — reflecting

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Jim Allen - 13 Jun, 2025

Honouring the lives of Michael Youl & Peter Nixon—remarkable friends, anglers, and

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Jim Allen and Philip Weigall - 27 Mar, 2025

Philip fills in for Jim Allen to reflect on fishing diaries, Tassie trips, and why

Grasshopper Glory: Rediscovering Classic Hopper Fishing

TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES DESTINATIONS Australia FLY TYING LOCAL REPORTS PREMIUM ARTICLES

Grasshopper Glory: Rediscovering Classic Hopper Fishing

Jim Allen - 15 Dec, 2024

Jim revisits the summer highlight of grasshopper fishing.

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TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 04 Oct, 2024

Jim considers the value of bling in a fly, versus bland.

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STORIES PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 15 Jun, 2024

Jim remembers another long-time fishing mate, Bob Stinson.

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FLY TYING STORIES PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 01 May, 2024

Jim reflects on the classic New Zealand flies, such as the Taihape Tickler and Mrs

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FLY TYING STORIES PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 28 Dec, 2023

Jim discusses the history and significance of Wigram’s Shannon Moth and various caddis

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FLY TYING STORIES PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 02 Oct, 2023

Jim explores the fascination with trout flies, reflecting on patterns, personal habits,

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STORIES THE BASICS PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 28 Jun, 2023

Jim reflects on the importance of courtesy, communication and respect in flyfishing,

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Jim Allen - 04 Apr, 2023

Jim reflects on the golden days of Lake Sorell’s trout fishery, shares vivid memories

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DESTINATIONS International PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 16 Jan, 2023

Jim shares his adventures fishing for dorado in Paraguay and the unexpected surprises,

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International STORIES PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 08 Oct, 2022

Recollections from nearly 60 years of flyfishing across Argentina, from Patagonian

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DESTINATIONS International PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 15 Jun, 2022

Jim shares essential tips and lessons for anglers planning international flyfishing

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Jim Allen - 20 Mar, 2022

Bill Beck is remembered as a charismatic and influential Tasmanian trout guide whose

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STORIES PREMIUM ARTICLES

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Jim Allen - 31 Dec, 2021

Night fishing with a fly rod reveals unique challenges and rewards as anglers explore