If I fished only to capture fish, my fishing trips would have ended long ago.

Rapidly growing in popularity, fly fishing is the perfect balance between nature and sport, requiring understanding of and respect for the natural world, patience, and practice. This visual guide presents everything beginner and experienced anglers need to know, including theories and practices; equipment suggestions; historical context; information on different types of casts, fly ties, fish, and locations; and much so more. Lush in photographs and content, each page boasts a beautiful presentation that makes for easy reading. Whether the outdoorsy person you know has yet to pick up a rod or they're knee-deep in the water every morning, this book is sure to keep all who receive it hooked on this one-of-a-kind pastime. (HC)