Stackpole Books

Striped bass, or simply Atripers, are a premier saltwater sportfish that can grow to over 50 pounds and swim in giant schools that will churn the surface of the water to a froth as they feed on...

Maine has the most diverse fly fishing opportunities in New England and is a popular destination for anglers seeking trout, landlocked salmon, striped bass, and a host of other game fish. This guide...

Streamers, and hair wing versions called bucktails, are versatile patterns that can be fished anywhere whether targeting landlocked salmon on a pristine Rangeley region Maine lake, largemouth bass...

Maine angling expert, Bob Mallard, showcases flies that work well on Maine waters and pays tribute to the region he knows so well. Though not a tying manual, each fly is featured in a spread that...

Sometimes the best fly is a simple one! Whether you're a beginner looking to get started with tying or an expert looking to get back to the basics, these simple wet flies, nymphs, dry flies, and...

What defines a small stream? For Dave Hughes, it's not size but 'that sense of intimacy' you get when you can observe the whole stream and 'feel that you're a large and integral part of it'. Hughes...

Fundamentals for the beginning fly fisher including tips on rod and reel selection, tackle and tying techniques, basic and advanced casting methods, and more. Paperback Tackle and technique for...

Everything from bait, spin, and flycasting to fishing rigs and fly tying is covered in this easy-to-read, heavily-illustrated reference. Paperback Tips on fish identification, ice fishing, lure...

Freshwater Fishing Tips & Techniques: A Fully Illustrated Guide to Freshwater Fishing includes hundreds of tips and illustrations that help the novice or advanced angler select bait and flies,...

This book includes tips on locating fish, using and caring for equipment, choosing bait, ice fishing, and fly fishing and tying. From fishing through different seasons to making use of safety pins,...