TAC Freshwater

Upper Murray Spinnerbaiting Tactics

Bill Classon joins Lenny Vanderwaal and local expert Dougy Blair to fish the pristine waters of the Upper Murray River for Murray cod. Together they explain how to do it, where to go and the best spinnerbaiting tactics for fishing the river from a drifting boat. They explore the waters around Tintaldra, Walwa, Jingellic and Towong as well as experience some exciting tributary and back water action. One of the most exciting new freshwater fisheries to come on-line for a long while!

Herbert River Gorge Kayak Adventure

Join Jason Medcalf and friends on a kayak fishing adventure of a lifetime. The boys are flown into the remote Herbert River Gorge in far North Queensland by helicopter with ‘yaks in tow; the plan is to make their’ own way out and do a little fishing on the way. The gorge is home to an abundance of wildlife and the river is filled with sooty grunter, barramundi and is also home to the North’s apex predator: the crocodile. The venture is fully filmed by Jason and the kayak crew and shows us how to enjoy and survive that trip we have all dreamed of.

Fly Fishing Tactics

Join one of Australia’s most respected fly fishing instructors, writers and editors Philip Weigall as he helps you to become a better flyfisher. From beginner to expert, there’s something here for everyone as Philip takes us on a journey along Australia’s trout streams and lakes to offer his insights into what works—and what doesn’t. Everything from equipment, fly choice and presentation, through to reading streams and lakes, is covered in a way that simply makes sense.

Soft Plastics Trout Tactics

Catching trout on soft plastics is one of the most effective ways to hook and land what is one of our most popular freshwater species. Join one of Australia’s leading freshwater journalists and anglers, Andrew McGovern, as he covers many aspects of using soft plastics for trout. Andrew will demonstrate the different styles of retrieval, explain the importance of jig head weights and outline different lure types all while engaging with some beautiful brown trout.

Barra Tactics 2: Dam Barra

Join fishing journalists and barramundi tournament anglers, Nigel Webster and Jason Medcalf in one of AFN’s most striking DVDs yet as they outline the latest soft plastics techniques for our huge impoundment barra. Enjoy some of the most eye opening, metre plus barramundi action ever, combined with a detailed explanation of some of the hottest tactics currently being used to catch these ever more lure-wary trophies. Both Jason and Nigel have fished Lake Awoonga for years, they have watched and experienced the fishery explode and have been at the forefront in developing techniques that produce the fish. Get set for action – Get set for Barra Tactics 2!

Golden Perch Tactics

Golden Perch Tactics is set on one of Australia’s largest impoundments – Lake Eildon – where Bill Classon from Freshwater Fishing Australia magazine takes you through all the strategies for catching one of Australia’s premier native freshwater sportfish – golden perch. Bill will show you how to find structure and other areas where goldens are to be found. Learn the various lure fishing tactics from a shore-based and boat perspective including casting and retrieving, and trolling including lure colours and types, soft plastics, scent attractants and bait as well as plenty of the top techniques for native fish in lakes and dams across Australia. Running for forty-five minutes, it has plenty of instruction, plenty of action and lots of fish – including a couple of unexpected captures! Learn the secrets to catching golden perch and a brief history of the beautiful Lake Eildon itself.

Advanced Trout Trolling Tactics

Murray Cod Tactics

Relax and enjoy the scenery as Rod ‘Harro’ Harrison and Bill Classon take you through the ins and outs of how to catch Murray cod on one of Australia’s most famous and productive cod lakes, the beautiful Mulwala on the border of Victoria and New South Wales. From decades of experience on the water chasing and catching cod, Harro and Bill offer you a veritable gift shop of tips, tactics and technical know-how including setting up your boat, locating fish, looking for the best snags, lure selection, trolling tactics, lure casting tips and more. Harro’s classic, easy-going style, is easy to listen to and learn from, ensuring your next cod outing is more productive.

Trout Trolling Tactics

Trolling is one of the most productive and challenging methods of catching freshwater fish. This DVD is aimed at the trolling angler who wants to turn time spent travelling on a lake into time catching fish. Filmed on some of Australia’s most productive mainland trout lakes this DVD shows you everything from boat set-up, gear selection—including rods, reels, line and lures, locating and catching fish, and flatline, leadline and snapweight techniques to ensure that you will catch fish. And as inspiration, there are some great scenery and fish action shots. Trout Trolling is aimed at the angler who wants to increase the number and size of fish caught, and have a more productive time on the water.

Trout Tactics

Join Steve Williamson from Lake Jindabyne Fishing Adventures, Lenny Vanderwaal, David Bessell, Bill Classon and Jeff Hohenhaus as they show you how to catch trout on Lake Jindabyne, one of Australia’s most consistent and productive trout lakes.

Luring Lake Trout Tactics

Trout luring has changed dramatically in the past 5 years. The Sport Fish DVD crew documented these leading lure techniques. A must watch for those who want to add another dimension to their trout lure fishing.