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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 27 April 2023

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Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, this weekend is a great time to get out and enjoy some fishing, with clear skies and light winds forecast across the region.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 20 April 2023

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With ANZAC Day falling on a Tuesday next week, there will likely be a few leave days used on Monday to take advantage of the excellent fishing conditions via an...

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 13 April 2023

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With more heavy rain throughout the week expect rivers to be carrying colour this weekend. Fortunately, it looks like the weather is set to clear up by Friday, which should...

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 06 April 2023

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With two extra days available due to Easter this weekend and a favourable forecast, it is the perfect time to explore further than you normally would on a weekend.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 30 March 2023

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Weekly Fishing Report for Central South Island and North Canterbury for March 30 2023

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CSI Fish & Game Ranger Hamish Stevens was on duty at the canals on Wednesday, undertaking licence and compliance checks and our Canal Angler Survey.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 23 March 2023

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Cool air temperatures with a dusting of snow throughout the week ensured the water temperature has remained low with heavy rainfall discolouring and raising most rivers in the region.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 16 March 2023

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With multiple snow dustings over the Central Otago hills the change of season is truly being felt.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 9 March 2023

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Cooler overnight lows and shorter days are bringing on the mayfly hatches, while rain showers through the week provided a welcome refresh for many low rivers.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 2 March 2023

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Weekend rain across the region may hamper some plans, however, it will provide another well needed boost for our rivers.

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Otago Weekly fishing Report - 23 February 2023

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Angus Borrell of Wānaka stalking cruising brown trout in the shallows of Poolburn. Photo: LouellaDonaldson.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 16 February 2023

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There’s every reason to get out fishing in Otago this weekend. The weather looks fine and with the right tactics, there’s every chance of success.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 9 February 2023

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With a heatwave thankfully behind us, rain and cooler air temperatures have lifted the fishing prospects this weekend.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 2 February 2023

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 26 January 2023

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The weekend is shaping up to be a scorcher across much of Otago. But you’ll need to keep a cool head to find fish.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 19 January 2023

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Warm temperatures have been affecting where the fish may be found but forecast rain on Friday could bring some temporary relief and “reset” rivers and lake edges.

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Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 12 January 2023

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Freshwater fishing is off to a hot start for 2023 in Otago. The weather looks promising this weekend.

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New Years Week Fishing Report of Central South Island and North Canterbury

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When it comes to summertime fly fishing, anglers dream of sight-fishing for rising trout.

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WEEKLY FISHING REPORT FOR CENTRAL SOUTH ISLAND & NORTH CANTERBURY

WFR2223.15 Richard Ramsay at Lake Alexandrina on Opening Day 2016 photo by Rhys Adams

With the rainbow trout spawning season coming to an end in the CSI Region, our high-country waters and other sensitive fisheries are opening for fishing on Saturday, 5th November,...

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Weekly Fishing Report for North Canterbury 15 April 2021

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The traditional fishing season is all but finished now and with rain forecast for much of the region Friday night, rivers are likely to become dis-coloured for a few days.

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