FLY FISHING FARM STAY AT UNCLE BILLY'S RETREAT
The fishery consists of several lakes that guests have exclusive access to. The largest of these being being Lake Yoolimba, which covers an area of 15 acres.
FLY FISHING
CATCH & RELEASE SYSTEM
EACH ANGLER CAN ONLY KEEP 1 FISH UNDER 2KG PER STAY
GUIDING AVAILABLE ON REQUEST & SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY
ROD HIRE & PURCHASE OF FLYS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
LURE AND BAIT FISHING IS NOT ALLOWED
DAY FISHING ONLY IS NOT AVAILABLE
The main lake has a row boat and life jackets for guests to use and a fishing jetty for your convenience.
FLYS
Common enquiry is what sort of fly to use when fishing our lakes. Guests have had varied success with many different flys over the years, but most commonly Woolly Buggers and different Nymphs have given the most fishing success.
CONDITIONS
Typically the New England in NSW, is a cold climate, with the winter months averaging 10-12 degrees during the day and overnight minimums averaging around 1 degree. Summer months are mild and average between 22-24 degrees.
FISH HEALTH & SUSTAINABLE FISHING
In still water fish enjoy a long active season and grow big and fat which provides a fantastic challenge for experienced fishers. The habitat that we provide for them is totally natural with plenty of grass cover, reeds and other environmentally friendly food sources.
At Uncle Billy's we aim to provide recreational fishing in a healthy and ecologically sustainable environment.
ACCOMODATION OPTIONS
On the main dam, Lake Yoolimba, there are 2 log cabins that can accommodate up to 9 guests.
Each cabin is fully equipped with wood heating, separate bathroom cabin, function shed on site for large groups, outdoor bbqs and fire pit.
Located on a smaller private dam, is The Lodge, a fully self contained (including bathroom) brick cabin that accommodates 4 guests in total.
Perfect for couples or for large groups wanting to book all 3 cabins.