Snapper fishing for 2007 has been excellent for John and Jean Brewer of Hokitika. A total of 30 snapper weighing from 4lb. to 17lb. (16 in December) and many gurnard were caught on their favourite West Coast beach north of Hokitika.The light winds and clear calm seas made December fishing exceptional. Most of these fish were caught on an electric Kontiki but rod fishing was very good as well at times. Pictured: John and Eli holding 13, 15, and 17 lb. snapper.
Photograph courtesy of Jean & John Brewer.
See these good surfcasting and rock fishing spots around Christchurch. Also try surfcasting at Amberley Beach and Surfcasting at Birdlings Flat. You might also be interested in catching big sharks in the surf. Take a look at this article about surfcasting with Alvey Reels. Here is a video of surfcasting with an Alvey sidecast reel as well. The Complete Guide to Surfcasting by Allan Burgess Return to New Zealand Surfcasting |
