2014 Tasmanian Flycasting Championships
The 2014 Tasmanian Flycasting Championships were held at the beautiful Salmon Ponds at Plenty. The weekend celebrations of the 150th Anniversary since the introduction of Trout ensured a large positive crowd were present to watch the competition.
Inland Fisheries had generously donated $1000 for the event, so the competition for club funds was a little more intense this year. Two events were held, The Dry Fly Accuracy and the technically challenging Wet Fly. An interesting variety of styles and techniques made their way across the plank to warm applause and encouragement. Of course its all about accuracy rather than style but i have to mention the beautiful controlled casting of Lauchie Hayes.
At the end of days play, the Kingborough Club won the Club championship, with the Tasmanian Flytyers 2nd and Inland Fisheries 3rd.
In the individual competition, Graham Davis came 1st, the ever improving Lachlan Hayes 2nd and David Hemmings 3rd.
Lauchie Hayes was the only competitor in the junior section.
Finally, I'd like to thank the many volunteers that helped on the day and Inland Fisheries for the generous donation.
See you next year
David Hemmings