Fishing and Camping the Murray River

Book excerpt: The Murray River is home to the largest freshwater fish in Australia - the mighty Murray Cod.In this book Brian Hinson draws on over 40 years experience to reveal the best methods to catch one of these legendary fish.There is also information on other fish species found in the Murray River, including trout, cod, redfin, golden perch, silver perch and catfish.Detailed maps of the Murray River are included, with notes on the best fishing spots and fishing techniques, camp site markers, baits and rigs. Brian has lived and fished on the Murray River for over 30 years. He was also a fishing guide on the Murray for more than a decade where he specialized in catching Murray Cod and Golden Perch between Mildura and Yarrawonga. He is now retired and still spends much of his time fishing.