Archive: October, 2023

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 26 October 2023

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With heavy snow and strong wind warning forecasts in place adverse weather is set to batter the region on Friday, so expect many of our rivers to be stirred up...

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Weekly Fishing report For Central South Island and North Canterbury

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The Tekapo / Takapō Canal was the top spot to be on Labour Weekend.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 19 October 2023

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Many rivers are clearing and fishing conditions look excellent this long weekend thanks to calm weather for the past couple of days.

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Stars Align For Anglers This Long Weekend

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Labour Weekend holiday makers are being encouraged to make the most of the fine weather forecast and target some trout after a wet start to the freshwater fishing season.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 12 October 2023

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Calm weather has allowed many of the rivers and lakes to clear the last of suspended sediment from recent flooding.

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Fish & Game protects urban wetland in Wānaka

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Otago Fish & Game Council alongside the Queen Elizabeth 2 National Trust (QE2) has covenanted one of Otago’s most unusual wetlands, ensuring its ongoing protection.

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2023 Otago Soft Bait Clinics

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Want to learn how to catch more trout, salmon and perch using soft baits?

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 5 October 2023

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Dry conditions this week have allowed for some of region’s rivers to return to lower flows and a more fishable state.

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Research targets economic impact of famed hydro canal sports fishery

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A study has been launched to assess the economic impact of one of New Zealand’s most popular sports fisheries.

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2023 Twizel Kids Salmon Fishing Day

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Super Sunday Season Opening For Anglers

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"It was great to see quite a few families out for the start of the fishing season.

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