Didymo Update

 

Photos below taken on Monday above and below Red Hut Bridge illustrate how quickly the Tongariro recovered from the storm over the weekend.  Perfect conditions always happen when everyone goes home…

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New banner on SH1 outside TRM immediately sparked questions from inmates – these signs need ‘refreshing’ to keep anglers aware this didymo problem still threatens the Tongariro and all other North Island rivers.

You know what is next –

CHECK, CLEAN, DRY…

From TRM website:

Bio-security

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  • The Tongariro River and Taupo fishery is free of the invasive Didymo which threatens most South Island rivers and lakes.
  • Be sure to CHECK, CLEAN, DRY all your gear before arriving from any other waterways and practice the same between local rivers. See Check Clean and Dry video below for more information.
  • A responsible accommodation will supply you with Didymo spray bottles and a bin to soak your waders between rivers.