It Happened on a Fishing Trip

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Fishing involves way more than throwing a line and catching a fish - or a boot. Nature and camping, peace and quiet are all part of the magic. There's the challenge of landing the fish and the satisfaction of eating a fresh fish you've caught yourself. But fishing can also mean seeing your dad differently, or learning how to pitch a tent, or spending rare time away in the wilderness.Most Australians have had a go at some stage. We do it in ponds, creeks, great rivers, the deep sea. Some fall under the spell of the chase, some spend a lifetime trying to tie the perfect fly, some just like sitting on the pier for a few hours. These are the stories of the fishing adventures and misadventures of amateurs and pros, one-time anglers, families and friends, in the stunning landscape of Australia.

Paddy O'Reilly is the award-winning author of the novels The Factory and The Fine Color of Rust, as well as the short story collection The End of the World. She lives in Victoria, Australia. Find out more at PaddyOReilly.com.au or follow her on Twitter @Paddy_OReilly.