Fly Fishing: Flies, Gear, and Strategies to Catch Trout and More in Streams, Rivers, and Stillwater
About this ebook
Whether you’re casting dry flies to rising trout or swinging streamers through stillwater, Fly Fishing delivers everything you need to fish with skill and confidence. This guide covers species, seasons, gear, and flies—giving you a full system to fish rivers, lakes, and creeks across North America.
Inside, you’ll learn:
- Fly rod, reel, and line selection by species and water type
- How to match flies to hatch cycles and feeding behavior
- Presentation techniques for dries, wets, nymphs, and streamers
- Reading water, current seams, and strike zones
- When to use UV materials, scent, and attractor flies
- Troubleshooting casting, leader length, drag, and line control
Includes diagrams, leader reference charts, fly size matchups, bug ID, and essential knots—plus tips from The Real Rod and appendices on bench setup, color theory, and UV visibility.
From wild trout to panfish, bass, and more, this is your one-stop manual for getting it right with a fly rod.
About the author
Colin Chenard is the author of the Fishing Fix series, a 20-book collection dedicated to making every angler more confident and successful on the water. With a background in practical outdoor skills and a lifelong passion for fishing across lakes, rivers, and coastlines, he writes clear, no-nonsense guides designed for real fishermen.
Each book in the series blends hands-on instruction with in-depth species knowledge, covering everything from panfish and catfish to salmon, trout, and halibut. Colin’s style avoids the fluff and focuses on what actually works — proven techniques, smart gear choices, and field-tested strategies anglers can trust.
When he isn’t writing or researching, Colin spends his time on the water refining new tactics and teaching others how to fish with confidence. His goal is simple: to make fishing accessible, rewarding, and fun for everyone, whether you’re casting for your first crappie or chasing a trophy salmon offshore.
