Talking Trout 2026

Join us for Talking Trout 2026 - a FREE conference aimed at all trout fishing enthusiasts! 🌊✨

Brought to you by the Australian Trout Foundation (ATF) in partnership with the Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA), this event gathers recreational fishers, scientists, fishing guides, and experts to discuss the future of trout fishing in Victoria.

Engage with hundreds of like-minded individuals, exchange knowledge on the latest research in fisheries management, and delve into habitat work while sharing tips to improve your fishing skills! 🎤📈

This year's keynote address will be delivered by:
Tom Jarman, Australia's National Fly Fishing Champion, who will showcase exciting insights on "showcasing a season on Victoria's trout waters". 🏆🎣 With 15 years of competitive fly fishing experience and representing Australia in 7 World Championships, Tom will share his favorite fishing methods and systems.

We're excited to host the conference at a brand-new venue in Ringwood! Join us for a day filled with insightful sessions, panel discussions, and networking, alongside complimentary lunch, tea, and coffee. ☕🍽️

Featured Speakers Include:

• Andrew Briggs (Senior Project Manager, VFA): “Life in the Antipodes; trout in Australia – what a journey!”
• John Morrongiello (Associate Professor, University of Melbourne): "The dynamic nature of Victoria's wild trout fisheries."
• Paul Stolz (ATF): "What do trout need, and how are we getting it to them?"
• Lauren Johnson (Arthur Rylah Institute, DEECA): "Trout response in the Upper Murray post 2020 bushfire."
• Mark Adams (Fisheries Manager, VFA): "Outside the tackle box - using modern tools to improve your chances."
• Louise Norney: "Tailrace fishing tips and tricks."
• Tim Vincent: "South-west rivers - Merri and Hopkins River trout."
• Matthew Midlren: "Fishing Lake Dartmouth."
• Jo Dobson: "Small stream trout fishing."
• Alistair Vanstan: "Western trout lakes."
• James Norney (Mountain Fly): "Trout AlterNatives."

📍 Location:

84 Kalinda Rd, Ringwood VIC 3134, Australia

📅 Register Now!

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Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and enhance your fishing experience! 🐠