Trout season begins on October 1
Freshwater anglers are eagerly anticipating the start of thenewtrout and salmon fishing season, which begins onOctober 1. Early reports indicate there issomeexcellent fishing to be had this coming season.
Licences are availablenowandthe photo onthe licencewasthe winner of the 2020 Fish& GameFishing Licence Photo competition. Take your camera with youwhenyou go fishing because the competition will begin again in January 2021 with moreprizes to be had.
"Getting your licence signals that winter is over, spring is here, and Christmas is coming, whichmeans your favourite little stream, lake or river will be open soon for fishing," Fish& GameNewZealand chief executive Martin Taylor says.
Withmore Kiwis holidaying at homethis year the time is right to have a go at fishingwhen youare camping, tramping or just visiting your local lake, river or stream.
"Kiwis are exploringNewZealand like never before. Every river you cross is a fishing opportunity.
"New Zealand is one of the world's great fishing countries. Our lakes, rivers, and backcountry streams all offer fantastic opportunities to fish for brownandrainbow trout. In the South Island, you can also fish for salmon inmanyplaces.
"You are never far from the action." Fish& Gameis promoting an approach called ‘Park and Cast' that lets youknowareas with good fish populations which are easy to drive to. The Fish andGamewebsite also has a Park and Cast page specifically designed to help someonewith little experience trout fishing to understand the basics quickly and have a good chance of success. www. fishandgame.org.nz/parkandcast
Multiple types of licence are on offer, from those catering to families and individuals for a full season, or short term licences for peoplewho want to try theirhand at freshwater fishing for the first time.
"These different licences provide superb value andflexibility. The family licence, in particular, allows an angler, their partner and children or grandchildren to go fishing together. It is a greatwayto introduce thenext generation to the joys of fishing.
"On top of the recreational enjoyment fishing provides, you can also put ameal on the table for your family with wild organic kai."
"Experienced anglersknowhow good it feels to be out there, and the adrenalin rushwhenit is 'fish on'. If youhave never explored yourown backyard with a fishing rod in hand, or you are relativelynewto it, Fish & Gamehavemadetrout fishing easy with helpful tips and tricks on Fish & Game's website.
The 2020-21 season licences are availablenowinaccredited sports shops andother outlets, or online through the Fish& Game's website.