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The Spirit of Tasmania ferry service opened up so many exciting
possibilities for the mainland trout fishermen. Finally, we can pack the
station wagon with more fishing rods and tackle than the local Kmart and
drive across in style and eager to reel in all those different
types of fish.
 The next problem is where to fish? The answer depends on the time of
year and the weather. Tasmania can offer good estuary fishing for brown
trout, particularly in the rivers of the north west, such as the Duck,
the Inglis, the Leven, Rubicon and the Mersey in spring, and in the
Derwent River below Bridgewater. Later, there is the upper reaches of
the rivers, such as North and South Esk and their tributaries, the
Meander, the Macquarie and the St. Patricks River, and finally the
Central Highland Lakes. For the really intrepid angler, seeking to
fish in unique surroundings, a visit to the western lakes would be a
rewarding experience. Access is by four-wheel drive vehicle, a fairly
long walk, or by helicopter. A helicopter service is available from
Launceston.
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