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The recently published book entitled
"West Coast Fly Fisher" will surely become
recognized in most fishing circles as one of the premier
"how to's" of fly fishing in the Pacific Northwest.
Mark Pendlington does a masterful job at producing a
compilation of writings from many of the most respected
outdoor writers in the field of fly fishing here in
the Pacific Northwest.
What sets this book apart from other "how to's"
is the breadth of the fly fishing topics covered. Nearly
every topic relevant to fly fishing here in British
Columbia is touched upon throughout the book in an easy
to read format. Whether you're looking to fly fish for
steelhead, lake, stream or estuary fish for trout, or
looking to entice salmon to a fly---this book has you
covered.
The book consist of writing from five distinguished
writers, Brian Chan, Kelly Davidson, Art Lingren, Harry
Penner, and Barry M. Thornton. Each writer provides
a comprehensive look at a given topic, ranging their
discussions from fly patterns, tackle selection, reading
the water, biology and structure, conditions, seasonal
changes, not to mention a host of tips and techniques
from the experts. |
Colorful, informative and entertaining, "West Coast Fly
Fisher" is a must have book for all fly fisherman looking
to tackle west coast waters. Whether your an ardent angler or
a novice beginner at the sport, you'll find lots to learn from
this timely compilation. Each writer is well versed and acknowledged
for their expertise in targeting certain species of fish, and
"West Coast Fly Fisher" captures the essence of several
lifetimes worth of angling knowledge from each of these masters
under one cover.
Author and fisheries biologist Brian Chan, focuses on his passion
for the past twenty-four years--fly fishing for Kamloops trout.
Brian has worked on trout management in B.C.'s Kamloops region,
concentrating on the thousands of productive lakes that dot
the province's southern interior. An ardent fly fisherman, Brian
Chan has authored "Fly Fishing Strategies for Stillwaters",
and contributed to the "Gilly", another well respected
compilation of writings.
Author Art Lingren has been heavily involved in the fishing
community for most of his adult life, known for his association
and contributions to respected organizations such as the Steelhead
Society of B.C. and B.C. Federation of Fly Fishers (BCFFF)
to name a few. Art's books include "Fly Patterns of Roderick
Haig-Brown", "River Journal: Thompson River",
"Fly Patterns of British Columbia", Irresistible
Waters: Fly Fishing in B.C. Throughout the Year", and
River Journal: Dean River. In this book, Art Lingren takes
a close look at the many varying aspects of fly fishing for
both summer and winter run steelhead, and presents it in a
concise and highly informative manner.
Barry M. Thornton is certainly one of British Columbia's
best known outdoor writers. Highly involved in the fishing
community, his works include "Steelhead", "Saltwater
Fly Fishing for Pacific Salmon", and "Salgair: a
Steelhead Odyssey". Barry actively writes for a large
number of publications and has received awards from both the
Outdoor Writers of Canada and the Northwest Outdoor Writers
Association. Considered by many as a pioneer of fly fishing
for salmon on the west coast, Barry shares some his best pointers
on the subject in "West Coast Fly Fisher".
Kelly Davidson has been a guide and instructor of fly fishing
throughout most of his life. An active member of Steelhead
Society of B.C. and the B.C. Federation of Fly Fishers, Kelly
focuses his writing skills on the intriguing topic of fly
fishing for the elusive sea-run cutthroat trout.
Author Harry Penner, well acclaimed for his articles and
nature photographs, shares a sampling of the expert skills
he has acquired throughout his many years as a guide in British
Columbia's coastal rivers. In "West Coast Fly Fisher",
Harry provides a comprehensive look at fly fishing strategies
for all species of salmon in coastal rivers.
The works presented in "West Coast Fly Fisher",
represents collectively centuries worth of expert angling
knowledge,. packed into a short 150 page guide. If you like
to fly fish in BC, or you've thought about testing the waters,
then make sure you pick up a copy of "West Coast Fly
Fisher".
To contact dealers carrying these products visit:
Berry's
Bait and Tackle
Fishing
Pro Shops
Island
Outfitters Sportfishing Centre
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