The Intermediate Line Podcast

Episode 152 - Frotherpine

Lets open up this description by saying a massive thank you to you the listener !! You are who we have in mind with every show and we sincerely hope that we have somewhat improved your approach to flyfishing and entertained you along the way !! THANKYOU !!
On Episode 152 our last show for 2022, Chris is back from a week with Rodney Collings from Australian Flyfishing Outfitters,  where they spent 6 days fishing Lake Proserpine and the Whitsundays. Chris gets into the report, the fish caught the fish lost, a serious bear death experience and a top 3 worst fishing experience of all time.. but overall and epic trip with some real trophy fish.
Also on this how we have the return of Doctor Christopher Bates and new to the show Jade "Bee Gee" Gibb to help us to ponder on 2022 and look back at some of the faux pars that we do as flyfisherman... but hey we can all laugh at ourselves right ? 
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Episode 151 - John Billing ( Reel Recovery)

Tonite Voltzy chats one on one with one the industry’s genuine good guys about a fantastic cause.
John Billing has been the Australia leader of Mending Casts, an organisation that gets male and female cancer patients into Fly Fishing. John outlines how this organisation, and fly fishing plays a therapeutic role in the recovery and rehabilitation of cancer sufferers. Through their selfless actions, John and his band of volunteers help patients get the best outcomes for their situation. They deserve recognition and your assistance in the vital role they play in people’s toughest times. This one is well worth a listen. Thank you @mending_casts_inc and @flyfish69 for your commitment to others!
 
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Episode 150 - Jimmy Barwick

As we hit the centaury and a half episode, it brings us great joy to present Jimmy Barwick to the Intermediate Line listeners. Jimmy is originally a Tasmanian who has sought out bigger things than Boags and Potato Cakes. Jimmy is a ticketed captain who have spent time on Superyachts, Game Boats, Flats Skiffs and now Drift Boats. We get to know the man behind the nice guy persona and we learn what drives Jimmy to continue to put his punters onto great fish. Jimmy currently guides for Angus Reynolds from Haul Flyfishing who is s drift boat operator/ guide on the Tumut river, and we will learn on this episode its not as easy as it looks. 
Checkout  https://www.haulflyfishing.com/
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Episode 149 - Jack Porter

On Episode 149 we chat to Jack Porter who is a South East Queensland resident commercial fly tyer, and published author.  Jack is tying some incredible flies and on this show, we get to the connection between his fly tying and his fly fishing. Jack has spent a lot of time honing his skills fishing for Australian freshwater natives, from Jungle Perch, to Murray Cod and plenty of Saratoga and Bass in between, this is not to say Jack hasn't spent time those fish that compete with natives such as Trout and Carp. Its fair to say that jack is a fairly well rounded fly fisherman which reflects in his fly tying. Jack is also a member of the Australian Fly tyers Co Op where you will find a selection of his flies, or you can contact him through his social media @porters_flies
 
Also on this show we talk about near death experiences, the re-release of Heads and Tails, Voltzy gives a recap on the BCF Topwater Film Invitational and in the outro, we really get to the bottom of why Voltzy takes photos like he does... you really don't want to miss that analysis... It could take you from zero to hero. 
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Episode 148 - Return of the Voltz 2

Usually in these captions we try to inspire you listen to the show, but on this weeks show, the first half of the show is a tale of two entwined travellers named Kyle and Voltron. KV as the charismatic duo will now be referred to as, set upon their annual sojourn to Queensland's Whitsunday region. This show captures the highs and the lows of this years trip that clearly highlights that adventure is not for everyone. Hear tales of the one that got a way, survival of incredible weather events, true bonds made with local legends, the wild animals that live on the land and a plethora of lutjanids that requires Google to makes sense of it all, not to mention big blue blobs in shallow water. 
Also on this show we talk about some new Australian inventions entering the fly tying market, tales of woe and success with electric motors and the legends at Minn Repairs who sort them out , our new show sponsor and why we have ditched sponsors in the past and why we work with others, all this and chat about a new Vlog concept that we just might run with... we want to know your thoughts. It might seem like a lightweight show if you have read this far... but I can tell you that this show is a dense as Voltzy's pelt and we know you will enjoy this one. 
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Episode 147 - Estuary Jedi Clinic with Brook Swanton and James Caves

Its the hallmark of any remarkable angler to have the ability to fish your local waters well, and to many people around Australia, that means Saltwater Estuaries and bread and butter species. Of these highly accessible species, none can be as challenging as the humble Bream... Overlooked by some who feel they are above them, yet Bream have the ability to embarrass those same people by outsmarting even the stealthiest angler. On the flip side, there are those that know and understand that these incredibly slow growing and smart fish offer everything that defines saltwater fly fishing. To fish for Bream well, is a lifelong journey and on this show we talk to 2 of the best in the country, James Caves and Brook Swanton. These two guys live miles apart (James, Bermagui and Brook, Gold Coast) and both live in some of the most pressured waters in Australia, be it population, commercial pressure or pollution, the bream mentioned in this show are hard earned. 
On this show we aim to inspire you to get out and give these challenging fish a go... light rods and leaders, pin point accurate casts, tailing fish in a few inches of water, topwater and deep structure... the humble Bream is only unrated by those who either struggle to catch them or are yet to realise they have everything we travel for right on your doorstep. 
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Episode 146 - Scott Mitchell SAVE OUR FLATS

On Episode 146, Yep, we are not going to let this go... there is still a wild amount of apathy amongst rec fishers who's lives and businesses the Great Sandy Straits Marin Park Zoning Proposal effects. So on this show we got the one guy who has been tirelessly promoting change for 17 years while many sat and watched. On this episode we get Scott Mitchell on who honestly needs a flat named after him if this goes through!! The guy could have easily sat back at BBQ's and talked about how good it could be if the GSMP had true conservation zones, but he did something and did it in an unwavering manner at the risk of his personal safety on land and on the water, in addition to his actions affecting his non fishing related business.... Scotto has everything to lose with us and the environment having everything to gain.
Everything Scotto says on this show can be backed up from independent sources... nothing he is hearsay. The GSMP is a world heritage listed are that allows gill netting amongst other forms of commercial fishing in true conservation zones.... by removing the part that allows this ( referred to as red cross hatching) the GSMP will be for the greater part net free.  PLEASE go and sign the online submission form here - https://intheloop.des.qld.gov.au/great-sandy-marine-park-zoning-plan
We hear on the show how some of the commercial sector use bullying and intimidation techniques on Scotto and surrounding businesses. We also hear the overwhelming support that they show behind the scenes for fear of being seen as a supporter of conservation and the Fraser Coast Fishing Alliance. Please show your support... what happens here reflects on all rec fishers... those with heavy commercial netting in their area should be very keen on how this unfolds as this could very well be a foundation that highlights both the economic and environmental bounce back that seals the deal for your local area as a net free zone. 
 
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Breaking News - Great Sandy Straight Marine Park Zoning Plan

On the 23rd of September 2022, the Queensland Government opened up public submissions for the Great Sandy Straight Marine Park Zoning Plan. This is huge and it affects all of us... Yes, all of us. 
On this show we break down the significance of this zoning plan, we also run through the online submission process, fake news already spread and also why its important to all recreational fishers and those involved in the recreational fishing industry. 
By removing gill netting from this environmentally significant world heritage listed area, it will bring the Sandy Straights in line with every other Marine Park worldwide and will no longer be the only marine park that allows commercial gill netting in a conservation zone. 
Please give this a listen. Here is link to where you can submit your feedback to the decision makers - 
https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/coasts-waterways/marine-parks/zoning/gsmp
Here is where you can sign up for the form - https://intheloop.des.qld.gov.au/great-sandy-marine-park-zoning-plan
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Episode 144 - Real Genius Talk

Episode 144 - This episode is for the highly intelligent and erudite amongst us, fact of the matter is that you may get lost with this episode, its very advanced... I will now try to summarise.
On this episode, you will hear about Turtle Flies, Cold Cranking, Pole Dancing, flats fishing for Flathead, Quantum Physics, Feelings, Crab Flies, Rod Reviews, Dirty Polar Cold Lakes and how to be a Black Belt in Macramé. Please.... approach with a learned mind. 
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Episode 143 - Peter Broomhall ( Mersey Fly)

On this episode we chat to Tasmanian guide, Peter Broomhall who some of you will know as @mersyfly on social media. Pete is a born and bred Tasmanian who not only knows how to find trophy trout of himself, but is well known for finding them for his clients as well, all the while offering those lucky clients some incredible photos to take home. On that subject, Pete could easily be one of the best fly fishing photographers we have seen in recent times. His imagery is incredible and a collection of these is worth seeking out on his social media pages. We talk photography, Sea Run trout, Tailing trout and modern techniques for Tasmanian anglers and the beers that separate the state. We hope you enjoy the show. 
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