Murray Cod Madness by Robbie Alexander

December 1 spells the start of Murray cod madness for another season - how I love chasing cod.

Sitting in the back of my mate Sandy Hectors canoe, casting lures into the snags, listening to the birds singing in the trees, my eyes scanning the river banks for wildlife, my mind could be anywhere and usually is.

Then totally out of nowhere "ON ON ON" are Sandy's cries from the front of the canoe as a large green river dwelling log-hog smashes his lure from the depths of the river with enough speed and aggression to almost dislocate his shoulder.

This is what cod fishing is all about for many people, the excitement of the strike, the anticipation that is felt with every cast, and the complete uncertainty that each bend in the river brings.