Reel Life
Southland
Reel Life December 2023
Family Fishing Success Early this season, first-time angler Gareth Oliver reached out to us seeking some guidance as he had no trout fishing experience and was eager to introduce his young…
- Southland
- 21/12/2023
Reel Life November 2023
Targeting Trout and Perch in the Lower Oreti RiverIn recent weeks, our lower rivers, particularly the lower Oreti near West Plains, have been a hotspot for trout and perch fishing…
- Southland
- 22/11/2023
Reel Life October 2023
Above: Getting out after work or in the evening is not only productive but adds a sense of adventure to your week and is a good chance to unwind.
- Southland
- 19/10/2023
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Above Right: Field Officer Ben Febrey with a 750mm long brown trout from the Waituna catchment. Get ready for some trout fishing!
- Southland
- 18/09/2023
Reel Life April 2023
As you read this, the last week of the season for most of our waterways lies ahead of you.
- Southland
- 19/04/2023
Reel Life March 2023
AUTUMN IS A GREAT TIME FOR TROUT FISHINGI am sure you will agree that there has been a definite change in the seasons down south.
- Southland
- 15/03/2023
Reel Life February 2023
DRIFT DIVING RESULTS UPDATEOver the summer months, Southland Fish & Game staff have been undertaking drift dive surveys on our major rivers as part of our annual trout monitoring program.
- Southland
- 18/02/2023
Reel Life December 2022
UPPER WAIAU FISHING TIPS – INTERVIEW WITH AN EXPERTOver the summer holidays, the upper Waiau River is a favourite fishing spot for many anglers.
- Southland
- 12/12/2022
Reel Life November 2022
OLDIES BUT GOODIESIn last month’s edition of Reel Life, I wrote about soft baits and how they have become increasingly popular amongst trout anglers and have revolutionised spinning fishing for…
- Southland
- 16/11/2022