If you believe what you read, fly fishing requires the touch of a surgeon and the spirit of a Zen master. Forget about what you?ve heard about f ly fishing in the past, if you really want to learn how to fly fish all you need are the right tools, proper technique, and a positive attitude. With these essential elements you can begin to enjoy the sport of fly fishing in no time. For those of you who have never held a fly rod, you will find enough information here to get you started. You won?t be forced to discover everything all at once. If you?re already a fly rodder, you?ll find plenty of tips and techniques that you can turn to right away without going through the basics all over again. And if you?re a master angler, you will find this book a handy reference for all kinds of questions. Fly Fishing For Dummies explores the fun and fundamentals of fly fishing?from tying flies to reeling in your catch. Whether you?re a novice or a veteran angler, here you? 8217;ll find all the tips and tricks for choosing the right kind of gear; how and where to catch freshwater and saltwater fish; visual examples of the art of casting; and how to read the water, wade, cast, and (finally) land yourself a whopper. You?ll also find out how to: Identify the best fish to fly fish for?from rainbow trout to black marlin Improve your catch and release techniques Continue your education through recommended references and online resources Choose the right rod, reel, and gear to land the fish you are after Master all the casting styles you?ll ever need Tie your own flies or choose pre-made ones proven to get results With over 150 illustrations and proven advice, Fly Fishing For Dummies is a great primer on fly fishing?s essential elements.

Author Biography

Peter Kaminsky has written for Outdoor Life, Field & Stream, Sports Afield, and the "Outdoors" column in the New York Times.