Fly Fishing Made Easy, 4th Edition: a Manual for Beginners with Tips for the Experienced

Description

Discover the thrill & adventure of fly fishing in Fly Fishing Made Easy. Perfect for beginners eager to land their first fly-caught fish & for more experienced anglers looking to advance their skills, this handbook offers instruction & tried-&-true techniques for getting the most out of this exciting sport. Clearly written & generously illustrated, it presents a practical, informative approach, geared specifically toward novice & intermediate fly fishers but with numerous tips for advanced anglers.

Learn how to select the right equipment, master basic as well as intermediate casting techniques, read the water in order to find the fish, study various types of water bugs to determine what the fish are feeding on, & pick the right fly for the job.

Whether you are venturing into your local trout stream for the first time or planning a long fishing odyssey, this comprehensive guide will enhance your fishing adventures.

This handbook discusses
Rods
R eels
Line Weight, Taper, & Action
Backing
Waders & Boots
Clothing & Accessories
Water Safety
Types of Casts
Streams & Rivers
Ponds & Lakes
Types of Flies
Attracting Patterns
Casting Plans
Mending
Trout Species
Other Warm-Water Fish
Float Tubes
Backcountry Fishing