Orvis Guide To Fly Fishing

Nothing is more exotic than using a fly rod miles from shore, for fish like striped bass, bluefish, dorado, and even sailfish. Big rods, big flies, fast-moving fish, and hard battles epitomize this kind of fly fishing, and the thrill of a school of fish busting into a pod of bait is always on the horizon.

From striped bass in New England to bonefish in the tropics, inshore sight-fishing for saltwater fish is an addicting pastime. Learn how to find saltwater fish in shallow water, how to stalk them, what flies to choose, and how to play these big, strong fish.

More fishless hours are spent in the pursuit of salmon and steelhead than any other freshwater fish. But when you do connect with of these trophies it makes all those hours worth while.

Fishing close to home is all about getting more time on the water and still enjoying a happy work and home life. Whether it's the easy pleasure of panfish in a local park, or the challenge of matching wits with a wary carp, broadening your horizons will get you more fishing time and make you a better angler when you do take that trip of a lifetime.

Moving water adds variety to your fishing and there is nothing more soothing than wading a trout stream. In this chapter, you'll learn how to deal with the complexities of currents and how to present your fly so that it looks natural.

Trout in lakes and ponds require different techniques and skills, and master Stillwater angler Phil Rowley will share his vast knowledge with you. Learn about how to find trout in still waters, what flies to use, and how to present them.

Pike and muskies are the sharks of freshwater and are some of the biggest and most exciting fish to chase with a fly rod. Many times they are difficult to catch on a fly rod, so learn when and where to try for them with big rods and giant flies.

Some feel that catching trout on a dry fly is the epitome of fly fishing, and we can't argue that it's about as much fun as you can have on a trout stream because everything is visual. Learn how to avoid drag, when to fish emergers, what to do when a rising fish does not take your fly, and when to add movement to your dry fly.

Streamers are a great way to cover a lot of water and are the best flies to use when you don't know what fish are eating, or if you are fishing unfamiliar water. Streamers are perfect for the impatient angler because you move the fly a lot and don't stay in one place very long.

Understanding the dynamics of rivers and streams is critical to your success on the water. In this special video host, Tom Rosenbauer breaks down the essentials of moving water with easy to understand information that will help make you a better angler.

In this chapter you'll learn about the habits of trout. Trout are seldom found everyplace in a stream and choose their location based on current, food supply, and protection.

Bass is the number sports fish in America and for good reason. They are great fighters and are in virtually every state!

In this informative full-length video host, Tom Rosenbauer teaches the essentials of fly fishing. From the origins and history of fly fishing to how inexpensive it is to get started, this fascinating video will help you to understand more about fly fishing.