David Travalia64 viewsJoined December 2014
Reason for joining, the club? A shared interest with others who are just as crazy as me.
How long have you been a fly tyer? I started tying flies when I was about 18 - nearly 50 years ago.
My interest is mainly in dry flies. Over time I have become more interested in size 14 - 18 emerger type dries. The buggier the better.......
I grew up in Canada so I have always preferred smaller rivers with lightweight gear.
I try to combine fishing with bush walking. We have done a number of trips to various parts of the Central Plateau fishing in the small tarns and river links as well as some of the slightly larger highland lakes. As an architect I have done quite a lot of conservation work on the various high country huts. The field work usually required carrying a small rod just in case......
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Stephen Butler63 viewsJoined June 2010
Reason for joining: Fly fishing is one of those infinite sports. You are always on a learning curve just when you think you have it worked out a trout will come to your fly swim with it on his nose then disregard it with contempt and slowly swim away. I have joined the Fly Tyers' club because I wish to learn and share ideas. The Club is renowned for its expertise and I hope to be able to participate in this environment of knowledge and sharing. After purchasing Australia's Best Trout Flies, I participated in a Fly tying course conducted by contributor David O'Brien in 1997 and have been tying ever since.
Favourite fly patterns: Bibio Hopper, Stick caddis, size 18 Black Spinner, Red Omni.
Favourite type of fly fishing: Any day fly fishing with mates Muzza and Aspro.