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The AI definition of Epic Flyfishing

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The AI definition of Epic Flyfishing

Mike van de Graaf - 08 Mar, 2026

What makes an epic day flyfishing? Using an AI-inspired formula, a week in New Zealand’s

Fishing the north of the South Island with Felix

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Fishing the north of the South Island with Felix

Philip Weigall - 14 Feb, 2026

A week flyfishing NZ’s Nelson Lakes and surrounds an old mate: sighted brown trout,

High flow pool-hopping in NZ's North Island

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High flow pool-hopping in NZ's North Island

Max Caruso - 05 Jan, 2026

A late-spring DIY flyfishing trip to New Zealand’s Waioeka River and tribs., adapting

Return to the Wild West Coast

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Return to the Wild West Coast

Garry Greene - 20 May, 2025

It all goes to plan in the backcountry... sometimes! Ever noticed how a raindrop

Back to the North Island

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Back to the North Island

Max Caruso - 27 Feb, 2025

North Island Revisited – Fast Water, Big Trout & Good Food

NZ Trip Report with Aotearoa Anglers

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NZ Trip Report with Aotearoa Anglers

Andrew Fuller - 20 Feb, 2025

Drift, hike, and sight-fish across rivers, lakes and backcountry in this epic Southland

Drifting The South Island

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Drifting The South Island

Andrew Fuller - 19 Feb, 2025

Having just returned from a trip to New Zealand’s South Island, Andrew reports in.

The Flyfisher's Podcast - DIY Fly Fishing the South Island of New Zealand

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The Flyfisher's Podcast - DIY Fly Fishing the South Island of New Zealand

The Flyfisher - 22 Jan, 2025

Plan your own NZ South Island fly fishing holiday! Peter & Andrew share tips on best

The Flyfisher's Podcast - DIY Fly Fishing the North Island of New Zealand

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The Flyfisher's Podcast - DIY Fly Fishing the North Island of New Zealand

The Flyfisher - 04 Dec, 2024

Peter and Andrew share expert advice on planning an affordable, self-guided flyfishing

Fishing the North Island of New Zealand – A Flyfisher's Guide

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Fishing the North Island of New Zealand – A Flyfisher's Guide

The Flyfisher - 27 Nov, 2024

A practical guide to planning an affordable, DIY fly fishing trip to New Zealand’s

Fly Fishing New Zealand – South Island DIY Guide

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Fly Fishing New Zealand – South Island DIY Guide

The Flyfisher - 27 Nov, 2024

An in-depth DIY guide to fly fishing New Zealand’s South Island, featuring regional

Fishing in Wild Places, NZ South Island

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Fishing in Wild Places, NZ South Island

The Flyfisher - 05 May, 2024

A remote fishing trip on the West Coast of New Zealand highlights the ruggedness

Podcast - Flyfishing New Zealand's North Island with Peter Panopoulos

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Podcast - Flyfishing New Zealand's North Island with Peter Panopoulos

The Flyfisher - 20 Dec, 2023

Peter shares essential information from his recent trip to New Zealand's North Island,

World Tour - New Zealand

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World Tour - New Zealand

The Flyfisher - 16 Jun, 2023

Harrison commences a 6 month global fishing trip, starting in New Zealand's South

Making Sense of Southland

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Making Sense of Southland

The Flyfisher - 06 Mar, 2023

Flyfishing in the South Island of New Zealand presents unique challenges and triumphs,

A tale of two regions

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A tale of two regions

The Flyfisher - 04 Mar, 2023

A New Zealand fishing trip unfolds in two contrasting halves, from challenging conditions

The Mysterious Moawhango – A River on the Rise

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The Mysterious Moawhango – A River on the Rise

Nick Taransky - 29 Dec, 2022

The Moawhango River in New Zealand has made a remarkable recovery, offering anglers

Backcountry Heist in New Zealand

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Backcountry Heist in New Zealand

The Flyfisher - 05 Dec, 2022

A weather-challenged New Zealand flyfishing trip highlights the value of local knowledge,

Early Season NZ - Open for Business

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Early Season NZ - Open for Business

Nick Taransky - 02 Sep, 2022

Early season trout fishing in New Zealand offers opportunities across multiple regions

Tongariro Flyfishing Basics

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Tongariro Flyfishing Basics

Peter Julian - 11 Aug, 2022

Peter Julian outlines a winter escape to New Zealand’s Tongariro River, detailing

Silver Lining

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Silver Lining

The Flyfisher - 20 Mar, 2022

Lockdowns briefly reduced fishing pressure, giving anglers rare solitude, but good

South Island Summer Stillwaters

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South Island Summer Stillwaters

Nick Taransky - 16 Dec, 2021

Nick explores the often-overlooked stillwaters of New Zealand’s South Island, highlighting