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Fiona Dewar, Team Trout Territory guided trout fishing tours

Gary France, Trout guide with Trout Territory guided trout fishing tours

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Team Trout Territory: Gary France & Fiona Dewar

Developing a business that combines a love of trout fishing and a rural lifestyle, in a place as special as Tasmania was a dream of Gary's for many years, and Fiona didn't need much convincing! Gary and Fiona have combined their various qualities and skills and developed Trout Territory into a successful guided trout fishing business. Spending time with people who love fishing, living and working in a place as beautiful as Tasmania is a dream come true.

Gary France is a trout fisherman of over 30 years. Their clients benefit from his knowledge and expertise of Tasmanian trout waters, trout habits, casting techniques, fly selection, entomology, stream craft and much more. Gary has plenty of patience and a passion for sharing all sorts of trouty secrets.

Trout Fishing Paradise!

Cressy - known as "Trout Fishing Paradise", is undoubtedly the hub of trout fishing in Tasmania! Trout Territory's central location at Cressy gives them the flexibility to take advantage of the fishing in all kinds of weather and conditions. With so many exciting trout waters within an hour or so of Cressy, anglers have a vast variety to choose from.

Trout Territory's Commitment

Fiona and Gary are committed to providing their clients with an entertaining, memorable and good value trout fishing experience. They will do their best to ensure your fishing trip is hassle free from the planning stages through to the last cast and beyond.

Accreditation & Industry Support

Trout Territory is fully accredited with Tourism Industry Council Tasmania. This is your guarantee that their business is a professional one with all the relevant licences, insurances, first aid and safety qualifications, their vehicle and vessels are fully licenced under the relevant Government departments. Our accreditation is your assurance that our business is committed to quality and safety.

Trout Territory is a member of, and Gary and Fiona are active committee members of Trout Guides & Lodges Tasmania, the industry recognised body of professional trout guides.

Gary is a member of the Launceston, Tamar and the North Zone Marketing Group, which actively promotes northern Tasmania.

Fiona is the secretary of the Heritage Highway Tourism Region Association, which actively promotes northern Tasmania and the Heritage Highway touring route.

Gary and Fiona are members of the organising committe for the Tasmanian Trout Expo, a two day event held in Cressy every August, which includes a fishing competition that carries a $10,000.00 prize.