Part of the 'Australian Saltwater Fishing' series.
Fishing the surf around Australia's coastline is the safest and most relaxing form of angling. It's a great family pastime that combines healthy, fresh air and exercise with the possibility of a fresh fish dinner. While sun and surf might be guaranteed, catching that fish dinner requires a little more planning and knowledge. This guide to fishing the surf beaches explains in detail how the beach environment functions, how fish react within that environment, and how you can catch them!
Features:
- Beach structure: how beaches are formed and the different features found in the surf
- Reading a beach: how to identify the various fish-holding features in the surf zone
- Techniques for surf fishing: how, when and where to find fish in the surf
- Surf species: the fish you are likely to find
- Basic tackle requirements
- Surf baits and how to catch them
- Looking after your catch: cleaning and cooking your fish
