Honouring the lives of Michael Youl & Peter Nixon—remarkable friends, anglers, and
Philip fills in for Jim Allen to reflect on fishing diaries, Tassie trips, and why
Jim revisits the summer highlight of grasshopper fishing.
Jim considers the value of bling in a fly, versus bland.
Jim remembers another long-time fishing mate, Bob Stinson.
Jim reflects on the classic New Zealand flies, such as the Taihape Tickler and Mrs
Jim discusses the history and significance of Wigram’s Shannon Moth and various caddis
Jim explores the fascination with trout flies, reflecting on patterns, personal habits,
Jim reflects on the importance of courtesy, communication and respect in flyfishing,
Jim reflects on the golden days of Lake Sorell’s trout fishery, shares vivid memories
Jim shares his adventures fishing for dorado in Paraguay and the unexpected surprises,
