Glenn Eggleton

Glenn Eggleton’s connection with fly fishing spans decades of dedicated river and lake angling across Australia. A longtime fixture of the Australian competitive scene, Glenn earned selection to represent his country as a member of the Australian Fly Fishing Team, competing at the highest level of the sport. His experience on the water ranges from the technical sight-fishing challenges of Tasmania’s Central Highlands lakes to fast-flowing mainland trout streams. Beyond his own competition career, Glenn has remained deeply invested in advancing Australian fly fishing. Through Fly Fish Australia, he has served as a mentor to emerging anglers, assisting national squads—including researching lake tactics, fly selection, and technical strategies for the Australian Ladies Fly Fishing Team during international world championship campaigns. As a writer and fly fishing historian, Glenn is a regular contributor to FlyLife magazine and the author of Noel Jetson – Life and Flies, the definitive biography detailing the life, techniques, and patterns of Tasmania’s pioneer professional guide. Whether dissecting traditional fly patterns, sharing competition-honed tactics, or preserving Australian fly fishing history, Glenn is passionate about helping anglers refine their craft and deepen their appreciation for the sport.

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