This handy overview of the most important Western hatches highlights common trout foods, including mayflies, stoneflies, caddis flies, midges, and terrestrials. Color photos of each insect are accompanied by list of key identifying features, and the book also has has recommended fly patterns from the author Dave Hughes.
When a fishing guide reels in the body of a young man on the Madison, the Holy Grail of Montana trout rivers, Sheriff Martha Ettinger suspects foul play. It s not just the stick jammed into the man s eye that draws her attention; it s the Royal Wulff trout fly stuck in his bloated…
Veverka balances his tales of history with detailed, step-by-step, photo-by-photo tying instructions for 3 kinds of patterns—Spey, Dee, & eagle. Patterns include: Akroyd, Ghost, Golden Pheasant Spey, & Steelhead Sunrise. 100 color photos by Michael Radencich, 12 pencil drawings; 8.5×11 inches, 168 pgs. Advice for choosing the best hooks, thread, materials, and feathers Spey Flies…
Author John Shewey Steelhead flies represent the highest echelon of artistic fly-dressing. They enjoy a rich tradition as both a functionally designed lure for tempting the much-revered steelhead, but also as a creative expression of the aesthetic appeal of fly angling. John Shewey, author of the acclaimed Spey Flies & Dee Flies, has produced another well-written…
Steelhead Fly Tying Art And Design By Dec Hogan- Steelhead Fly Tying Art and Design is an exhilarating breakthrough book written and photographed by Dec Hogan and Marty Howard. Hogan and Howard’s names and reputations are globally recognized as two of today’s most respected steelhead anglers and fly tiers. Their talent with pen and camera…
Includes understanding trout behavior, the impact of natures conditions on trout & their food sources, learning which line, pattern & retrieve that matches the zone you choose to fish, where to start your day, positioning to make the right cast & much more. 200+ color photos; 9×11 inches, 287 pgs. Â
A comprehensive book on tactics for streamers, including new approaches for trout, steelhead, muskie, and bass. Features over 450 detailed photos and illustrations of casting and presenting streamers. Patterns from several of the most prominent contemporary streamer tiers, including Blane Chocklett, Kelly Galloup, Rich Strolis, Ben Furimsky, Mike Schmidt, Russ Maddin, and more Step-by-step photos…
Tactical Fly Fishing by Devin Olsen- Devin Olsen explains how the techniques he has used to become a repeat medalist in fly fishing competitions around the world can be adapted to everyday fly fishing situations. He covers strategies, tactics, and flies for rivers, small streams, and still waters, allowing anyone to fish more successfully by…
Tenkara USA founder Daniel Galhardo shows just how simple fly-fishing can be. This book is a complete guide to the techniques, gear, history and philosophy of tenkara, the Japanese method of fly-fishing. It is also a manifesto on fly-fishing simplicity. An angler picking up a tenkara rod for the first time will find this book’s…
Since tenkara was introduced to the United States in 2009, it has become a rapidly growing trend, and many anglers have adapted the traditional Japanese techniques for waters in the United States. This comprehensive book covers the current state of tenkara—the best flies, the equipment, and essential techniques. It also tells the stories of the…
For the millions of fly fishers who are passionate about their sport, this gorgeous book is both a visual feast and the perfect reference. The Art of the Fishing Fly includes a history of fly fishing focusing on the evolution of fishing flies; a guide to essential equipment; a how-to section on tying three key…
With over 600 step-by-step photos and over 20 patterns by tiers ranging from Barry Reynolds to Bob Clouser to author Jay Zimmerman, including fishing information, this book is the definitive fly-tying resource for those who love the challenge of fooling carp on the fly. Carp are the fly rodder s ultimate gamefish. This is the…
Complete guide to aquatic entomology for fly fishers, covering all the important insects and their imitations for the entire United States. Hatch charts, fly pattern recommendations, and important fishing strategies from Paul Weamer. This is the ideal reference for those just starting out or for those that want to have a more comprehensive view of…
 Drake Magazine is a grassroots journal for flyfishing enthusiasts. Drakemag.com is a supplement to the Drake Magazine, a grassroots journal for flyfishing enthusiasts. It was founded in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, in the summer of 1998 on the principle that too much contemporary outdoor writing gives away all the answers to people who never learned what the…