My name is Peter Wilton. I am a professional fly fishing guide in the Lake Taupo district in New Zealand's North Island and this is my world. Ever since I caught my first trout during the evening rise at 9 years of age I have been passionate about fly fishing.

To me fly fishing is more than just merely catching fish. Fly fishing may be the reason that I can be found in our magnificent and remote back country rivers and streams but it is not the total experience. For me it is catching beautiful fish in a beautiful environment.

I have tried to capture the awesome setting that is the Lake Taupo district so that I might be able to share it with you, but in reality you have to see it for yourself. Come with me on a tour through the year, or use the menu at the top to jump straight to the page that most interests you.