Originally published as "How to flyfish" by Merlin Unwin Books, 2014. "50 proven tactics from an expert."--Cover. Includes bibliographical references (page 85) and index.
As a licensed fishing guide, John Symonds fishes with anglers of all talent levels, from rank beginners to experienced old-timers. He has seen the common mistakes that many fly fishers make and, over the years, and developed lessons that help anglers overcome their mistakes. This teaches: Basic skills, from stringing your fly rod to tying on backing, fly line, leader, and tippet ; How to make casts for a variety of stream and lake conditions ; How to figure out what fish are feeding on, and then picking the proper imitation ; How to determine where fish are in lake or river ; Tips on using dry flies, nymphs, streamers, and caddis imitations.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.