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Techniques
Horizontal Jigging
If you're familiar with vertical, or 'mechanical' jigging for kingfish, did you know that the same technique can be applied to working mechanical jigs both from a boat or from shore?
Here's a quick breakdown on how it works from the Aussie boys at AdriftByNature...
Gear
Catch Deep-V Slow-Pitch Jig
The Deep V is a versatile lure for catching kingfish, XXL snapper and many other species. It combines several design features to present a lure that is irresistible.Here's a slow pitch jig that can either be mechanically jigged or slow pitch fished to save your energy. Check out the new Catch Deep V
Inshore
Summer time in the shallows
Summer. It’s that marvellous time of year when you don’t need much more than your jandals, a humble dinghy and a set of oars to catch a feed amongst the shallow coastal reefs and harbours of our northernmost island. Summertime fishing in the shallows is the easiest and best value for money fishing you’re likely to find. For most of us above the water the long glorious days of summer (post silly-season), signal BBQs, beach-dwelling and broken New Year's resolutions. But for fish, the warm water signals metabolic overdrive and a burning desire to feed up for the coming winter.
Review
Is bigger really gooder?
As headline stories go, last month's 'blue cod fillets in the fridge' piece got the sabres rattling more than most. Filtering the noise out, three lines of opinion seemed most relevant and worthy of further comment.
Techniques
Catching skipjack in the Hauraki Gulf
Every year, and for a limited time only, there are silver bullets in the form of skipjack tuna, shooting around the Hauraki Gulf. This is how you catch them.
Destinations
Nelson Bay, the snapper capital
Sun, Sand, Sea and Snapper, your Nelson holiday destination has it all.
Hints & Tips
Catch the fish of a lifetime with an on-board charter
Mike Davis with a simple guide for anyone thinking about going on a live on-board charter. Have you ever looked through fishing magazines and websites and seen the array of huge catches and wondered; how do I catch a fish like that?
Hints & Tips
Time well spent - Tips to get the kids fishing
Great fishing buddies aren’t just born that way, but with enough time, undivided attention and coaching, the young ones can be nurtured into life-long crew.
Review
A beginner's guide to charter fishing
Whatever your experience and circumstances, chartering is always an alternative. Many of us get our first taste of boat fishing aboard a snapper charter. It can be a great experience leaving you wanting more or it could turn you away forever. If you are thinking of going on a charter boat, choose carefully. First you need to decide on both your budget and your target.
