A synopsis of each section follows. This section covers the life cycles, identification of, and best patterns for the four major types of aquatic insects, Mayflies, Caddis, Stoneflies and Midges. Also included are the primary land-borne terrestrials such as grasshoppers, ants, and beetles. Finally we include other important trout foods which do not neatly fit in the other categories, such as craneflies and cicadas. The more you know about entomology, the better you get at fly fishing.
Knots Tying good knots quickly and effectively is essential to the full enjoyment of fly fishing.
As with all skills, there is a right way and a wrong way. We'll show you how to tie good knots that don't come undone at the critical moment as well as demonstrating which knots to use in which situations. Equipment Well chosen and balanced equipment can make a huge difference in your on stream performance. We try to dispel some of the myths relating your choice of equipment and get you on the path to finding what will work for you. Presenting the Fly Creating a natural presentation of your fly to a fish is one of the cornerstones of fly fishing, and an absolute must if you are to expect good results.