Welcome to ACT Fly Fishers Inc

The ACT Fly Fishers was founded in 1978 by a group of enthusiasts to cater for the specific needs and interests of fly fishers in the ACT and surrounding region. By increasing knowledge of the many and diverse aspects of fly-fishing, the club aims to enhance its members' enjoyment of their sport.

The level of skills possessed by club members, range from absolute beginners to national champions. We are members of the NSW Council of Freshwater Anglers and have wide ranging affiliations with retail outlets, accommodation providers, and other sporting groups.

The types of activities and benefits offered by the club include:

  • Meetings twice a month, with guest speakers or skills
  • Monthly journal (Flylines)
  • Freshwater and saltwater fly fishing information
  • Regular organized fishing outings
  • Fly casting clinics
  • Tuition on fishing techniques and streamcraft
  • Fly tying instruction
  • DVD and book library
  • Facebook group

For more information about Club Activities please see About Us.
 

Events
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Kosciuszko Rivers and Streams
Oct
16
Kosciuszko Rivers and Streams
Jindabyne
16-10-2026 10:00 – 18-10-2026 18:00
We will fish the rivers and streams of the Kosciuszko National Park. We will be based in Jindabyne, and meet in venues near the Nuggets Crossing shopping centre of an evening to trade tips and stories - this usually Brumbies Bar in the Alpine Gables hotel on the Friday night, and the local Italian Restaurant on the Saturday, but subject to availability. Beginners are welcome, and will be teamed with a more experienced fisher who will be able to show you some of the delightful fishing spots the Snowies has to offer. The trip will be lead by Philip Kilby. Contact him via email at philip@kilby.id.au or phone on 0404 830 209 for more info.   Image Credit: "Thredbo River below village", FlyLife Magazine
Sand Mullet Theory Night
Nov
26
Sand Mullet Theory Night
Canberra Deakin Football Club
19:30 – 21:30
A comprehensive Sand Mullet Workshop will be conducted at the end of 2026 and beginning of 2027. The Workshop will be in two parts: Theory Workshop, including tying flies for the practical phase; and A Practical Workshop over two days at Merimbula, NSW. The Theory Workshop is a "prerequisite" for the weekend Practical. THEORY WORKSHOP The Theory Workshop will be conducted during the fly tying evening of 26 November 2026. This workshop will cover: General information on Sand Mullet Sand Mullet fly fishing Techniques Tying a Foam Bread Fly Tying a White Egg Yarn Bread Fly Trip briefing and notes PRACTICAL WORKSHOP Following the Theory Workshop will be the Practical Workshop conducted over 19 -20 February 2027 at Merimbula on the three sand flats on the top Lake For more details, see the August Flylines.   Image credit: Richard Ling
Guthega
Feb
11
2027
Guthega
Guthega
11-02-2027 10:00 – 14-02-2027 18:00
The Guthega trip. This is a highlight of the ACTFF fishing calendar, and the venue for the Club Championships (whoever catches the longest fish is the club champion) Fish the rivers and streams of Kosciuszko National Park, while based in the comfortable and convivial surrounds of a Guthega ski lodge.  The trip leader will be Jenny Kelly. More details will follow closer to the date.   Image Credit: "Guthega Pondage" - Fishtopia