Fly Fishing the Rocky Mountain Backcountry (Paperback)

by Rich Osthoff (Author) "When I look back on nearly twenty summers of fishing remote waters throughout the Rockies, I recall scores of memorable fish..." (more)
Key Phrases: average cutthroats, nice cutts, nonhatch periods, Middle Fork, South Fork, Big Creek (more...)

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Product Description
*8-page color section
* Map
* 6 x 9
* The most complete guide available
* Fishing, camping, and hiking tips
* Extensive list of waters and how to reach them

Great fishing in breathtaking surroundings can be had in the Rocky Mountains, but you'll need this book, because unlike many remote destinations with fly-in access, these waters can only be reached on horseback or on foot. Part One covers gear and techniques for traveling, camping, and fly fishing, including practical advice on how to plan a trip, which hiking, camping, and fishing tackle and flies to bring (and which to leave at home). Part Two is a detailed guide to select destinations in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Idaho and Oregon, all based on the firsthand experience of the author.

Rich Osthoff is a professional fly tier and angling writer who has fished and hiked in the backcountry for 20-some years and written articles for the major fly-fishing magazines. This is his first book. He lives in Mauston, Wisconsin.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Stackpole Books; 1st edition (February 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811727661
• ISBN-13: 978-0811727662
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #24,786 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect guide to the most challenging fishing in America, May 7, 1999

By	[e-mail] (Osteen, Florida) - See all my reviews

I don't know whether to praise this book or curse it! I thought I was satisfied with the fishing here in Florida and my occassional trips to some of the more popular rivers and lakes Out West. Not anymore. Rich opens the readers eyes to an entirely different domain...not an easy one, but one which will kindle the adventure spark in anyone interested in pure experiences. Not only has he generously given us the benefits of his considerable fishing and hiking experience, but he provides it in an enjoyable format that makes reading a pleasure. Even if you never venture far from the pavement, this book offers encouragement and a kind of satisfaction in just knowing that we still have some far horizons that are unspoiled and waiting. It also makes me glad that I've kept myself in pretty good shape these 46 years...I'm going to need the energy when following his footsteps!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is the authority on backcountry flyfishing., January 25, 2004

By	Paul "paullewer" (Boise, ID United States) - See all my reviews

Rich Osthoff knows what he is talking about. I have read many books that attempt to cover backcountry flyfishing, and none have done so as well as Osthoff's. As an experienced backcountry flyfisherman, I found Osthoff is right on the money with all he had to say. There was still a lot of material to challenge even the experinced though. If you have any interest in catching gorgeous fish in an equally gorgeous setting, this is your book. Absolutely right on the money.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best backpacking/fishing book ever written, September 23, 2000

By A Customer

Great book, it made me take two backpacking/flyfishing trips in the Rockies last summer and let me discover a new world. Book is packed with information on destinations, techniques, and gear. Everything one needs for a do-it-yourself vacation that is more rewarding that any packaged outfitters trip. Well written too.