Flyfishing: First Cast to First Fish [Paperback]

Joseph F. Petralia (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2007

Flyfishing: first cast to first fish takes the mystery out of fly-fishing. Flyfishing: first cast to first fish's nine, fully illustrated, chapters will teach you everything that you need to know to get started and become an accomplished fly-fisher! From selection of equipment, to basic and specialized casting technique, proper fly selection and knots, 'reading the water' and locating fish, strike detection, playing, landing your catch on streams, lakes and salt water through fly tying are covered in an easy to read and follow style. Fly-fishing engages the mind and captures the spirit. It is challenging yet relaxing. stimulating and yet can often be tranquil... it is an intoxicating obsession. No other sport is as pure or as satisfying. It is without a doubt the most gratifying, exciting, captivating form of fishing that can be enjoyed at any age.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

This is yet another "complete" guide for beginners. Incongruous is the cover photo of a wilderness fisherwoman sporting an extravagant set of long, masterfully painted fingernails. Nonetheless, most of the standard topics are covered in standard fashion. Some illustrations are unnecessary but the graphic component is generally adequate. Little space is devoted to the living insect, the imitation of which is the unique province of flyfishing. This reasonably priced title is worth considering for libraries wanting another basic text. Others can stand pat if they own David Lee's Fly Fishing ( LJ 5/15/82) and at least one of the following: Lee Wulff's Trout on a Fly ( LJ 10/15/86), Paul N. Fling and Donald L. Puterbaugh's Fly Fisherman's Primer ( LJ 7/85), or Dave Whitlock's video presentation, Introduction to Fly Fishing (L.L. Bean, 1985).
- David Panciera, Westerly P.L., R.I.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Review

"Flyfishing: first cast to first fish" includes 248 pages of down-to-earth advice on every aspect of the sport..." -- Northwest Outdoorwriters assoc./Idahoian /daily News

"I recently discovered a book which I will have no hesitation in recommending to anyone who wants to learn..." -- Ian Scott, expert guide, Flyfishing - Fly Patterns, Fly Fishing Articles and Resources

"One of the best beginning guides to the habit-forming love called flyfishing ... it takes the mystery out of the sport." -- The Book Reader , ABA Issue

"Your book is a refreshing, wonderful, all-purpose fly fishing informational source." -- Gean Snow-President, Anglers Inn and fly fishing schools.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 248 pages
• Publisher: Sierra Outdoor Products Co.; 5 th edition (January 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0960589090
• ISBN-13: 978-0960589098
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,638,233 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars From a Rookie Fly Fisher, June 18, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Flyfishing: First Cast to First Fish (Paperback)

I am just starting out in the sport of flyfishing, and needed a place to start. This book is an excellent source to find the basics. (I actually caught a fish my first time out!)