Alkaline water favours plant, insect, and fish growth. The abundant aquatic weed provides a large food source for aquatic insects like scuds and snails which are very prolific. Turning over any stone at the lake's edge will reveal large numbers. The rainbows gorge themselves on the scuds and grow massive as a result. Sight fishing small scud patterns or nymphs is the most productive method to take the fish.
Mr Reygaert said one of the main goals of RISE from the very beginning was to inspire and foster homegrown talents. "This year marks a huge step forward in realising that aim, for the first time the Gin-Clear Media film will take second billing to Parallel Lines, the new full-length feature from Benny Godfrey in Australia. Parallel Lines fits perfectly with the RISE ethos. A well-crafted film with a strong narrative and stunning visuals it adds another layer to the rich fly fishing culture Down Under.
"It was filmed in numerous locations across Australia and features Brett Wilson and Shannon Kitchener, two mates whose lives have been shaped by their passion for fly fishing," he said.
Presented by Gin-Clear Media, RISE will screen across New Zealand, including Auckland, Hamilton, Taupo, Tauranga, Palmerston North, Hawke's Bay, Wellington, Nelson, Christchurch, Dunedin, Gore and Queenstown.
Fresh water
Two changes to the regulations in the Rotorua district will take effect on October 1.
1. The Awahou Stream, a tributary of Lake Rotorua, will be closed to fishing upstream of the Awahou's junction with Lake Rotorua. 2. The area for winter shoreline fishing on Lake Okataina will be extended by moving the western landmark pole further to the west, away from the lodge.