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The sport of fly fishing is constantly changing - fish are getting tougher to catch on many streams, tools and tackle are improving, and new materials are being introduced into the fly-tying world that can help you create more-effective patterns. As...

The Orvis Ultimate Book of Fly Fishing is a grand tour of the world of fly-fishing strategies and techniques, from Orvis's world-famous team of experts and advisors. In large format with rich and helpful color photos and drawings, the book covers...

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 baitfish, creating heart-pumping, fast-paced fly fishing...

It is with passion and clarity that Dave Whitlock describes trout, salmon, char, and how to fly fish for them. Artful Profiles of Trout, Char, and Salmon and the Flies That Catch Them is a collection of articles spanning Whitlock's career, all of which...

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 to the state’s best fly fishing covers rivers...

The coastal waters of Massachusetts and Cape Cod offer some of the finest saltwater fishing in the United States, attracting legions of anglers in pursuit of striped bass, bluefish, fluke and other species. Here is a thorough, detailed guide to fishing...

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 swimming among the lily pads in a tepid southern farm...

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 includes a large, easy-to-see image, recipe and tying...

There are nearly 1,000 species of freshwater fishes in North America alone, and identifying them can sometimes be a daunting task. In fact, in just the twenty years since publication of the first edition of the Peterson Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes,...

Essential Knots is a practical, colorful, and easy-to-use guide to knots: how to tie them, when to use them, and why a specific knot is the perfect choice to make. Clear and concise step-by-step instructions are completely illustrated with precise...

The Total Fishing Manual has been updated and expanded for 2017, with new expert information on everything the modern fisherman needs to know - from picking the right gear and kitting out your boat, to the best techniques and tactics for seeking,...

Tony Lolli has assembled the best original patterns from working flyfishing guides around the country and the world. There are 101 flies for trout, steelhead, salmon and many other saltwater and warm water species. These patterns were created by pros who...

This compact yet comprehensive guide includes all the essential fishing information that novices and lifelong fisherman need, from the best lures and flies to hints for landing a wide range of fresh- and saltwater species. Paperback Gear guide: Get...

The owners of New Jersey's famed Shore Catch Guide Service reveal the secrets that make them among the most successful charter fishing captains in the area. Drawing on almost a century of combined saltwater fishing experience, the authors reveal some...

The Orvis Fly-Fishing Guide is the best-selling book for fly anglers. Whether you're a soon-to-be fly fisher looking for the right book to get you started or you're reasonably proficient at the sport and need a refresher course on tying knots for...

Field & Stream Magazine called this essential book, "the longtime bible of knots and knot tying." New lines and leaders, new knots and new nomenclature required a completely new book, and this is the full-color successor, a book that all owners of...

Provides all the information to improve your catch rate in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Massachusetts. Whether your target is landlocked or migratory Atlantic salmon, striped or smallmouth bass, brook trout, or even rainbow & brown trout,...

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 streamers will often catch fish as well as - if not better...

The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies recounts the history of a sport that dates back 2,000 years, focusing on milestone flies; from the first feathered hook to contemporary patterns using cutting-edge materials. Among the countless fly patterns...

Earth Sky + Water® laminated FoldingGuides™ provide instant access to just what you need to know! 58 species commonly found inshore, nearshore, and in blue offshore waters Includes preferred bait and edibility index for each species, as well as...