A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
A family-oriented fly-fishing club covering the Port Macquarie Hastings region, NSW.
It is with deep sadness that we mark the passing of our long-time member, Geoff Field, last month (October 2025). The Hastings Fly Fishers extend our heartfelt sympathy to his wife and family during this difficult time.
Geoff was a devoted member who thoroughly enjoyed participating in club outings and activities.[...]
Among the many materials beloved by fly tiers, CDC feathers hold a special place. Short for cul de canard (literally “duck’s bottom” in French), CDC feathers are harvested from the region around a duck’s preen gland, and they bring several…
In our fifth instalment of CDC Fly Fest, we bring you a pattern that is both minimalist and deadly effective: Lucian Vasies’ White CDC Micro Streamer. If you enjoy using light streamers or pairing micro streamers in tandem with a…
This week in the CDC Fly Fest, we’re highlighting a true hidden gem: Lucian Vasies’ Micro Olive CDC Dun. Favoured by Polish anglers on the River San and Dunajek, this delicate micro fly has proven itself far beyond local waters.[...]
The third instalment in our CDC Fly Fest brings us to a true springtime essential: Lucian Vasies’ Deadly Grannom Caddis. When trout are dialled in on caddis, this pattern delivers with a perfect mix of buoyancy, movement, and natural profile.[...]
When nymphing, many anglers focus on strict drag-free drifts, precise indicators, and ultra-fine leader tweaks. But there’s a classic technique — the Leisenring Lift — that offers a simpler, more organic way to animate your fly and tempt trout out…
In the world of dry flies, few patterns are as essential as the CDC sedge. It’s a reliable choice during caddis hatches and evening rises, and it has earned a place in nearly every serious fly angler’s box. But even…
This month we’re bringing you not one, not two, not three, but five caddis-type flies by Romanian fly tier Lucien Vasies. That’s right, it’s a CDC Fly Fest! We’re kicking off with Romanian fly tier Lucien Vasies’ Olive CDC Emerger.[...]
The Bead Head Poly Yarn Prince Nymph Variant is a modern twist on one of the most reliable trout flies ever tied. While the classic Prince Nymph has earned legendary status, guides needed something quicker to tie and tougher on…
The parachute caddis has earned its spot in every serious trout angler’s fly box. It’s versatile, durable, and a reliable match for hatches from late spring through Autumn. But like all classics, it’s open to interpretation—and that’s where Fed’s Poly…