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Angling manners brochure: Understanding fishing etiquette in the Taupo region

Published:

December 2004

Anglers need to be aware of other anglers and other users of our lakes and rivers. This brochure provides some important information about what is expected of people fishing on our lakes and rivers.

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Angling manners brochure (PDF, 311K)

Summary

In many New Zealand trout fisheries it is still common to fish your chosen stretch of water without seeing another angler. If you arrive at your favourite fishing possie and it
is already occupied, you simply move on to somewhere else.

However, in the Taupo fishery, things are a bit different in that there are usually many more anglers sharing the preferred fishing locations, especially on the popular rivers such as the Tongariro. In these situations, there is potential for conflict and therefore it is necessary for
anglers to collectively adopt and implement a code of practise that allows everyone a reasonable opportunity to catch trout.

The code of practice, sometimes called 'angling etiquette' is a simple set of guidelines for generally agreed good behaviour when fishing. If you implement the simple set of rules outlined in this brochure, you will not upset other anglers and enjoy your Taupo fishing experience.

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Contact

Taupo-nui-a-Tia Area Office
Phone: +64 7 384 7106
Fax: +64 7 386 7086
Email: tnat@doc.govt.nz
Address: Turanga Place
Turangi 3334
Postal Address: Private Bag 2
Turangi 3353

Learn more

Where can I go fishing?

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

Authors and others wanting to use DOC recreation information in publications should contact recreation@doc.govt.nz

Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai