Modern Streamers Trophy Trout PA

by Linsenman,Bob

• ISBN13: 9780881506723
• ISBN10: 0881506729
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-09-30
• Publisher: Countryman Press

Summary

Streamers are the most effective of all fly patterns for the seduction of large trout, because they imitate the look and behavior of the smaller fish these trophies feed on. Sooner or later, every angler seeking the thrill of landing a trout over 20 inches#xE2;#xAC;#x1D;dream fish for most#xE2;#xAC;#x1D;will need to understand the particular art of streamer fishing. Included in this guide: new information on the feeding behavior of large trout and what it means for the angler; detailed, illustrated casting and fishing techniques for a variety of conditions; advice on netting and releasing trout safely, as well as photographing them; color photographs of new and classic patterns, with complete tying recipes; and more.

Author Biography

Bob Linsenman is co-author of Great Lakes Steelhead, and the author of Michigan Trout Streams, The Au Sable River Journal, and countless articles on fly-fishing for national magazines. He's been a dedicated fly-fisherman and guide for most of his life Kelly Galloup owns The Troutsman, a fly-fishing shop and guide service in his hometown of Traverse City, Michigan. He is a pioneer in developing flies and techniques for streamer fishing, a sport he has pursued for 25 years. His articles have appeared in Fly Fisherman, The Fly Fisher, and American Angler

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. 9
Foreword	p. 11
Introduction	p. 15
A Brief History of Streamers	p. 21
The Behavior of Large Trout	p. 29
Reading the Water	p. 49
Mastering the Techniques	p. 71
Today's Most Effective Patterns	p. 109
Equipment	p. 145
Suggested Reading	p. 155
Index	p. 157
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