Fishing The Great Lakes

Examines the history of human use of the fish resources of the Great Lakes, and analyzes the changing nature of the fish populations, especially those that became popular in the commercial markets.

The most up to date and complete "manual" on how to catch salmon and trout on the Great Lakes. Focus on equipment, techniques, rigging, and seasonal fish patterns.

For the author, fly-fishing is the thread that ties life together giving meaning to the broader context of existence. As in his previous three books, Jerry Kustich tells more fishing stories that honor friends, reflect upon a variety of experiences, and rant on about environmental issues that are vital to all of us who love the outdoors.The tales in Holy Water flow from Jerry¿s days as owner of Sweetgrass Rods. With humor and reverence the stories relate hidden insights into life while pursing retirement dreams from Montana to Mexico to Maryland. The book¿s final story symbolically sums up the journey of his life in a monu- mental series of road trips to northeastern Canada in search of Atlantic salmon with his wife of thirty years who died in 2009.Along the way Kustich has discovered that all water is holy. Since it is in the nature of rivers to inspire, he concludes that: ¿One leads to another, and then another. They flow on forever, and forever connected, they enrich our souls and touch our spirits with mysteries that none of us can fully comprehend.¿

Comprehensive look at fly fishing across the Great Lakes.

Steelhead is the most sought-after Great Lakes species, attracting fly fishers from around the country. Guide extraordinaire Karl Weixlmann provides a thorough compendium of information, tips, and tech niques for any angler chasing the elusive salmon, trout, and steelhead of the Great Lakes. Includes recipes for 86 flies and photo sequences of five casting and fishing techniques.

Tactics for Great Lakes steelhead, including new two-handed and switch rod techniques and Spey and tube flies.