Reel Life

Reel Life January 2024

Terrestrial tips The heat of summer brings out the big bugs and trout dine out on them as they are an energy-efficient meal.

Southland
19/01/2024

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

New Blog Post

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.