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Travel along the Oregon Trail with the pioneers who dared to "face the elephant" as they moved west in search of a new life. Compiled from the trail diaries and memoirs that document this momentous period in American history, Oregon Trail Stories is a fascinating look at the great American migration of the 19th century.

Many books aspire to providing something for everyone ... this book actually does. --Bud Bynack, California Fly Fisher

Northern New England is known for its many beautiful lakes, rivers, and streamsand for outstanding fly-fishing. From Vermont's Battenkill, to the headwaters of the mighty Connecticut in New Hampshire, to the Kennebec and Penobscot Rivers in Maine, David Klausmeyer has investigated the far reaches of northern New England to recommend the very best fly-fishing for trout and landlocked salmon. With his years of experience as a researcher, writer, and editor for several national fly-fishing magazines, Klausmeyer knows what to look for in a trout stream, where to find the best stretches of water and avoid crowds, and, most importantly, what every angler needs from a good guide. Features of this thoroughly researched, opinionated book include descriptions of the best waters and little-known tributaries worth exploring, and recommendations on local hatches and fly patterns, as well as detailed access directions and listings of local fly shops. Includes local hatch charts and fly patterns. 30 black and white photographs 25 maps Index

The inaugural title in an upcoming series of species-specific tying manuals produced in coordination with Fly Tyer magazine, Fly Tyer’s Guide to Tying Essential Trout Flies provides the beginning and intermediate fly fisher with everything he or she needs to know in order to successfully tie the most successful, tried and true trout patterns. From “Getting Started: The Tools You Will Need to Tie Flies” to “Fying Streamers that Catch Large Trout,” and everything in between, the fly-fishing shelf has yt to see such a concise, authoritative tying manual. Nobody writes about fly tying quite like Dave Klausmeyer, and nobody has published a book quite like this one.

Favorite Flies is the latest fly-tying manual from acclaimed writer and fisherman David Klausmeyer, in which his 303 best flies have been brought together for the ease of fly fishers everywhere. Whether you are a beginner seeking a comprehensive tying guide or an experienced tier yearning for detailed information on the most successful flies, this book has it all. Each fly featured comes with a complete recipe, step-by-step tying instructions, and specialized fishing tactics. Included within this tier-friendly manual are detailed text blocks that carefully describe each tying step for each featured fly. Supported with a materials recipe for each fly, the many images of the tools, materials, and flies make it easy to understand and tie even the most complex flies. With this guidebook, you’ll learn to master the classic patterns, as well as hot, new innovative ones. Fly tying is not only a craft, but an art form. In Favorite Flies, Klausmeyer will help you excel at both. Avid sport flyfishermen will treasure this book and gain even more in-depth knowledge.

101 Favorite Dry Flies is the latest from acclaimed writer David Klausmeyer. Whether you are a beginner seeking a comprehensible fishing guide or an experienced tyer yearning for the newest and most effective techniques, this book has it all. Each fly is wonderfully captured with its own clear photos and complete set of instructions. Not only does Klausmeyer highlight insightful tips and fishing strategies on specific flies, but he also offers historical key notes pertaining to that pattern.Divided into four essential parts—Matching the Hatch, The Overlooked Flies, Important Terrestrials, and Attractive Patterns—this book covers each with thorough analysis. Included within are numerous images of materials and tying tools. Learn to master the classic patterns, but also discover the latest flies with suggested commercial fly-tying gear from Umpqua Feather Merchants or Rainy’s Flies. Detailed text is provided for imitative flies, containing explicit hatching information depending on the season and location.In 101 Favorite Dry Flies, Klausmeyer teaches the fundamentals as well as innovative methods on how to properly excel in fishing. Fly-tying is a highly esteemed fisherman’s craft, but also an art form. Avid sport fisherman will treasure this book and gain an even more sense of in-depth knowledge.

101 Favorite Nymph and Wet Flies is the latest from acclaimed writer David Klausmeyer to complement his recent volume, 101 Favorite Dry Flies. Whether you are a beginner seeking a comprehensible fishing guide or an experienced tyer yearning for the newest and most effective techniques specific to wet flies and nymphs, this book has it all. Each nymph or wet fly is wonderfully captured with its own clear photographs and complete set of instructions. Not only does Klausmeyer highlight insightful tips and fishing strategies on specific flies, but he also offers historical key notes pertaining to that pattern.Included within are numerous images of materials and tying tools. Learn to master the classic patterns, but also discover the latest flies with suggested commercial fly-tying gear. Detailed text is provided for imitative flies, containing explicit hatching information depending on the season and location.In 101 Favorite Nymph and Wet Flies, Klausmeyer teaches the fundamentals as well as innovative methods on how to properly excel in fishing. Fly-tying is a highly esteemed fisherman’s craft, but also an art form. Avid sport fisherman will treasure this book and gain an even more sense of in-depth knowledge.Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for fishermen. Our books for anglers include titles that focus on fly fishing, bait fishing, fly-casting, spin casting, deep sea fishing, and surf fishing. Our books offer both practical advice on tackle, techniques, knots, and more, as well as lyrical prose on fishing for bass, trout, salmon, crappie, baitfish, catfish, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

In this compendium of fly fishing from three of the most respected names in the sport, Tom Rosenbauer, David Klausmeyer, and Conway X. Bowman share all of their most successful fly-fishing secrets. With tips on fresh- and saltwater fly fishing and tying flies, this book will help readers become the best flyfishermen they can be. The chapters discuss a wide range of fly-fishing topics, including:Choosing the right equipment, such as rods, reels, fly lines, and wadersCasting under different conditionsHow to find and catch troutWhich tides are best for saltwater fly fishingEssential items to pack for a saltwater fly-fishing tripHow to prepare for emergency situationsTaking care of your tackleSelecting the right materials for tying fliesTying dry flies that ride higher and float longerAnd much moreNever has there been a more comprehensive guide to the fulfilling sport of fly fishing. To catch that trophy you’ve been waiting for, The Orvis Guide to Fly Fishing is the perfect companion on your next fly-fishing adventure.Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for fishermen. Our books for anglers include titles that focus on fly fishing, bait fishing, fly-casting, spin casting, deep sea fishing, and surf fishing. Our books offer both practical advice on tackle, techniques, knots, and more, as well as lyrical prose on fishing for bass, trout, salmon, crappie, baitfish, catfish, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

101 Favorite Saltwater Flies is the latest fly-tying manual from acclaimed writer David Klausmeyer, to complement his recent volumes, 101 Favorite Dry Flies and 101 Favorite Nymphs and Wet Flies. If you’re a tier yearning for detailed information on the hottest new saltwater flies, this book has them all. The flies here are divided into groups to showcase the best situations to use them, and each fly comes with a complete recipe, beautiful close-up color photos, and detailed information on history, tying variations, and specialized fishing tactics.Klausmeyer draws from his decades of fly-fishing and fly-tying experience to bring readers the story behind each fly, as well as tips and tricks you can use to add your own touches and find even more success out on the water. With this guidebook, you’ll learn to master the classic patterns, as well as hot new innovative ones.Fly tying is not only a craft, but an art form. In 101 Favorite Saltwater Flies, Klausmeyer will help you excel at both. Avid saltwater flyfishermen will treasure this book and gain even more in-depth knowledge.Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for fishermen. Our books for anglers include titles that focus on fly fishing, bait fishing, fly-casting, spin casting, deep sea fishing, and surf fishing. Our books offer both practical advice on tackle, techniques, knots, and more, as well as lyrical prose on fishing for bass, trout, salmon, crappie, baitfish, catfish, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

The author/editor’s technique of interviewing experienced anglers and guides about how they fish and the flies they use lets him relate all this important information in a fun, conversational style. As a result of this unique method—blending fishing with fly tying—The Master’s Fly Box will have no direct competition; it will appeal to readers who both tie and fish, as well as those who do not tie their own flies but are seeking sound information about how and where to catch trout.

The author/editor’s technique of interviewing experienced anglers and guides about how they fish and the flies they use lets him relate all this important information in a fun, conversational style. As a result of this unique method—blending fishing with fly tying—The Master’s Fly Box will have no direct competition; it will appeal to readers who both tie and fish, as well as those who do not tie their own flies but are seeking sound information about how and where to catch trout.