Yea is on the way to the Goulburn's trout water. The river below Lake Eildon is about 40 minutes up the highway.
Along the Goulburn Valley Highway to Alexandra and Thornton.
Through Alexandra and Bonnie Doon to Mansfield.
Via Mansfield and out to Sheepyard Flat. Best as part of a weekend.
Drive times are a rough guide and depend on the stretch John picks for the day.
Coming from Highlands? The same rivers are the closest for you too, and the drive is about the same.
A full day on the lower Goulburn is an easy trip from Yea. Leave after breakfast and you'll still have a long day on the water.
If you'd like to fish a smaller stream, the Delatite near Mansfield is about an hour and a quarter away. It's clear, quick water under the mountains.
For the Howqua, the King or anything in the Ovens Valley, make a weekend of it. Mansfield is the handiest base for the first two.
Every trip is a half or full day with John beside you on the water the whole time. Waders, boots, rods, reels and flies are all supplied, so there's nothing to pack but yourself. Catering is included, and dietary requirements are catered for.
Casting lessons are held in Benalla, about an hour and a half away. The drive is worth it if you'd like your casting sorted before a trip. More about casting lessons.
Tell John where you're coming from, which days suit and what you'd like to get out of the trip. He'll suggest the river and plan the day around it.
