Fly Fishing in Rivers and Streams The Techniques and Tactics of Streamcraft

by Lawton, Terrence

• ISBN13: 9780071494335
• ISBN10: 0071494332
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-05-28
• Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press

Summary

The best fly fishers stalk their quarry with specialized tactics in flowing water, working the streambed terrain, maintaining concealment, and responding to the fish's natural instincts for feeding and protection. This is streamcraft, the art of adapting to the many varied situations an angler encounters in moving water. Not just another introduction to the sport, Fly Fishing in Rivers and Streams is like having a patient, experienced guide teach you the knowledge, skills, and tactics of streamcraft. Whether you're fishing a slow, brush-shrouded spring creek, a wide-open tailwater, or a fast-flowing freestone river, this book will help you hook and land more trout, enjoy fishing more, and gain a deeper appreciation of the craft.

Author Biography

Terry Lawton is a regular contributor to the online fishing magazine Fish & Fly and the author of Nymph Fishing: A History ofthe Art and Practice. He has fished throughout North America.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 8
Rods, Reels, Lines and Leaders	p. 10
The Right Rod	p. 12
Choosing a Reel	p. 16
Considering the Fly Line	p. 18
Leaders and Tippets	p. 20
Equipment and Accessories	p. 28
Bits and Pieces	p. 30
Polarized Sunglasses	p. 33
Landing Nets	p. 35
Carrying Everything	p. 37
Preparing for the Trip	p. 38
Wading	p. 42
Wading Equipment	p. 44
Wading Techniques	p. 46
Fishing and Wading	p. 49
Which Fly to Use?	p. 52
Reading the Rises	p. 54
Nymph or Dry Fly?	p. 57
Match the Hatch	p. 58
Familiar Favorites	p. 60
Attractor Patterns	p. 60
Presentation and Confidence	p. 61
Streamcraft	p. 66
Finding Feeding Fish	p. 68
Thinking Like a Hunter	p. 72
Matters of Strategy	p. 78
Casts That Catch Fish	p. 80
Playing and Landing Fish	p. 84
Keeping a Low Profile	p. 86
Controlling the Fish	p. 88
Catch and Release	p. 91
Enjoying the River	p. 96
Blending In	p. 98
Types of Rivers	p. 100
Threats to Angling	p. 103
Conservation	p. 106
Fishing Further Afield	p. 108
Research and Planning	p. 110
Guided Fishing	p. 117
Where to Fish	p. 120
Some Essential Flies	p. 122
Dry Flies	p. 124
Nymphs	p. 127
Streamers	p. 129
Practical Knots	p. 132
Arbor Knot	p. 135
Trilene Knot	p. 135
Albright Knot	p. 136
Surgeon's Knot	p. 136
Improved Clinch Knot	p. 137
Nail or Tube Knot	p. 138
Surgeon's Loop	p. 139
Loop-to-Loop Connection	p. 139
Conversion Formulae, Further Reading and Contact Information	p. 140
Index	p. 141
Acknowledgments and Photographic Credits	p. 144
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