Fly Fishing Books

Ultimately, an angler improves their fly fishing ability the most through practice. Yet, through reading and research, anglers can dramatically improve their knowledge of aquatic habitats - leading to more productive time on the water.

Other books that are very helpful are books about casting. While a book is no substitute for real life practice, a book can frequently illustrate problems in a cast that an angler didn't realize existed.

And finally, beginner anglers will enjoy the many fine guidebooks that lead new anglers through the sport of fly fishing - from what the sport is, to the type of gear used and why, and the ABC's of getting started.

All of these books are available through Amazon.

Fly Fishing Books

Fly Fishing for Beginners (The Freshwater Angler) : Many anglers who wish to get started in fly fishing are intimidated. With so many choices of expensive rods, reels, lines, leaders and flies, it's difficult to know where to begin. And it doesn't help that a few of the so-called "experts" in the field write articles implying the sport is difficult to master. The truth is, to be a successful fly angler you don't need to know everything about everything. That's what sets this book apart from the many other fly fishing books available today. In these pages, veteran fly-fishing instructor Chris Hansen concentrates on teaching you the basics.    Buy at Amazon.Com

Fly Fishing for Dummies : 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.    Buy at Amazon.Com

Guide to Fly Fishing Knots : An easy to use an inexpensive in-depth guide to tying knots used for fly fishing.    Buy at Amazon.Com

The Complete Book of Fly Fishing : Early chapters include the basics, such as history, equipment, and technique. McNally explains the differences between dry flies, nymphs, and wet flies, and how to approach these very different forms of fly-fishing. Insect hatches, stream tactics, and more advanced strategies are also detailed with illustrations and color photographs.    Buy at Amazon.Com

The L.L. Bean Ultimate Book of Fly Fishing : Brought to you in conjunction with L.L. Bean, America's most trusted name in outdoor apparel, and written by unquestioned experts in the field, this book is divided into four essential parts--General Fly Fishing, Fly Fishing for Bass, Fly Casting, and Fly Tying--and covers each with in-depth analysis in clear, easy-to-follow language.    Buy at Amazon.Com

The Orvis Fly-Fishing Guide, Completely Revised and Updated : Now for the first time in full color, The Orvis Fly-Fishing Guide appears in a completely revised and updated edition that solidifies its place as the flagship title of the Orvis books. A best-selling, fully illustrated, and comprehensive book, this large-format volume has been required reading for every angler for the past two decades.    Buy at Amazon.Com

The Orvis Ultimate Book of Fly Fishing: Secrets from the Orvis Experts : 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 everything from basic fishing knots and casts to expert techniques you won't see in standard books. Besides trout technique and secrets for rivers and lakes, the book also covers the worlds of fly fishing for bonefish, striped bass, permit, bluefish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and steelhead.    Buy at Amazon.Com

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