About Us
The Longford Fishing Club is amongst the oldest standing fishing clubs in Tasmania. We have a proud tradition and diverse members from the serious fly fisherman to casual boaties to weekend river and lake shore fishers all hoping to catch that allusive sports fish. Members vary in age from toddlers to seniors and enjoy the social aspect and comradery of the club's involvement in event competitions or the many community events to which we are involved with. Whatever you are looking for in a recreational fishing club, you are sure to find it with the Longford Fishing Club. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month at the Green Shed in the Longford Show Grounds at 7:30pm. All welcome to come along and be part of a great local club
History of the Longford Fishing Club
Longford Fishing Club was founded in 1895 and has more than 150 members. It is a community-focused club that gives kids and families knowledge and expertise in fishing and outdoor activities. The club hosts regular competitions throughout the year and family outings to some unique fishing spots across the North.
If you would like to learn more, download the history file.
Club Meetings
Club meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month, 7.30pm at the the Longford Show Grounds in the George Gray Meeting Room. Use the Bulwer St entrance, first building on the right as you enter the gate. Everyone is most welcome.
Our Life Members
Bill & Jan Spencer, Jim White, David Preece, Ron Denne, Peter Preece, Warren Brooks (deceased), Mrs I. Ibbott (deceased), Ian Carins (deceased), John Dekkers, Steven Johnson, Rosely Johnson, Tom Edson, Dawn Edson,
Greg Knight .
Greg Knight .
Upcoming event
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The Longford Fishing Club in conjunction with the Launceston Angling Club are holding a Kids Fishing Day on 22 November, 2020 from 9am to 12pm at the Club Dam on Elphinstone Road, Cressy.
This event is open to members only. You can purchase a junior seasonal membership for $10. The event will be followed by BBQ and prize giving at 12 noon. There are still plenty of trout and salmon in the dam and we hope to see as many juniors as possible at this event. All Welcome If you haven't purchased your membership yet click here and join us at the next event. Contact Nigel Clark on 0438 006 499 if you need any further information Click here for Facebook page. |
Contact Us
For Sponsorship and Membership enquiries contact us
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