Hardcover: 94 pages
Publisher: Frank Amato Publications (January 2000)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1571881824
ISBN-13: 978-1571881823
Product Dimensions: 27.9 x 21.3 x 1.8 cm
Hi all, I have just finished reading a great book called "Fly Fishing Trout Lakes" by Skip Morris and Brian Chan. This book would be a good read for the novice lake fisherman, to the expert fly chucker, looking to refresh their technique and re-establish their knowledge of lake fishing. Being a novice fly fisherman myself, I found this book gave me some excellent information on some very basic casting techniques to choosing the right fly line and even explains entomology and hatches.
The illustrated summaries throughout the book make it easy to understand what the authors are explaining in each chapter. For example, at the end of chapter 5 "Reading A Lake" there is a full page color diagram that clearly illustrates the places to look for fish in a lake. It shows places like the stream channel, shoals, drop offs and beds of water plants so you really get an idea of what to look for when you're out there.
I also found chapter 7 "Insects and Other Trout Foods" to be especially helpful. Not only does the book explain the diet of a trout in detail, the authors also highlight retrieval methods for some of the more popular trout fly patterns. The chapter finishes off with an easy to reference summary of all the seasons and the corresponding hatches that happen throughout.
In closing, I'll mention the last few chapters in the book which deal with identifying trout species and their habits, knots, courtesy and safety and even a few words about different float tubes and boats.
I really enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it for anyone who will be fishing the lakes soon. "Fly Fishing Trout Lakes" is a book I will browse through and reference before any more lake trips. I wish I would have read this book before my summer lake fishing holiday!
Matt
A.K.A. scoopy
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