Fly Fishing In Idaho

Idaho's clear flowing rivers are world famous for fly fishing, but finding that elusive perfect spot to land a trophy in the vast wilderness requires a lot of time and knowledge. Fortunately, writer, angler and conservationist Chris Hunt has traveled to some of the state's most idyllic areas to find the best fishing the Gem State has to offer. Adventurous anglers can follow his directions off the beaten path to enjoy excellent scenery and even better fishing. Brimming with expert tips and seasonal strategies for each location, this handy guide will find its place in a dry pocket for every successful excursion.

This is an updated edition of the best-selling guide book, with additional waters covered.

This new book of images by Randy Ashton focuses on the time-honored pastime of fly fishing, in some of the most picturesque secret spots in the state of Idaho.

“His presentation of the what, how, when, where and why of the sport is eloquent in the clarity and precision of his writing. He provides a wealth of practical information, embellished with personal observations, and quotes from past masters.” -Richard Robinson, Master professional golf instructor, author, and fisherman “This book is an excellent resource for beginning anglers, and a very entertaining read even for those with decades of experience on the water.” -Justin Witt, International outfitter, guide, contributor to “The Flyfish Journal” ________________________________________________________________________ With fifty years of fly-fishing experience, Al Simpson has written an engaging book about fly-fishing for trout. It is packed with information helpful to anglers of all skill levels. Insights are frequently presented through a streamside experience. Topics include getting started, equipment, casting, trout feeding behavior, flies, reading the water, presentation, and seasons. He also discusses controversial topics like etiquette, stocking, and restoration of native trout. The work is richly enhanced with over 200 color photos and line drawings. It joins the short list of must-reads for trout anglers. The author began fly-fishing in 1962. He lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, and has fished the mid-Atlantic’s trout streams extensively. Summers have always included fishing in the northern Rockies. Now retired from the University of Virginia where he practiced and taught cardiology, he and wife Ginny spend their summers in Montana. They frequently travel to trout venues about the globe. A lifetime member of Trout Unlimited, he served as vice president on Virginia’s state council. He works part-time for Orvis as a fly-fishing retail specialist, and teaches fly-fishing. Local sports clubs frequently invite him to speak and conduct fly-fishing clinics. An avid blogger on all things related to fly- fishing for trout, he has an international following.

Outfitter Bill Mason penned the first fly fishing guidebook to Idaho and then updated it all a year later. His 30+ years of Idaho guiding and fly fishing are expertly condensed into this book. Learn the secrets of famous waters like Silver Creek, Henry's Fork, Salmon and Lochsa rivers and 24 other fabulous places to fish the fly.

Distributed by the University of Nebraska Press for Caxton Press Fed by the purest water from a natural spring near Sun Valley Idaho, Silver Creek has become a destination for the serious fly fisherman who wants to try his or her skill against the wiliest of trout in a region as beautiful as it is challenging.

Full color 8-1/2 x 11 detailed maps of Idaho's best fishing waters, featuring GPS points

Finally, a guide to Idaho's most popular & beautiful fishing areas with more than 450 listings. FISHING IDAHO shows you where to find the water of your choice & what type of fish are there. The most recent information from biologists & outfitters is offered as well as camping & boating opportunities. 188 pages. Photos by Andy Anderson. FISHING IDAHO is the first book to thoroughly look at the entire state, from stern to stern, & its vast wealth of renowned fishing destinations. This book offers simple & brief description on out-of-the-way desert & mountain streams as well as concise profiles on the famous fishing waters in Idaho, such as: IDAHO'S TOP TEN FISHING DESTINATIONS: St. Joe River, Kelly Creek, Lochsa River, Selway River, Clearwater steelhead water, Middle Fork of the Salmon River, South Fork of the Boise, Silver Creek, Henrys Fork & the South Fork of the Snake River. Joe Evancho earned a Bachelor's degree in journalism, with a minor in conservation of natural resources from Central Michigan University. He's worked for Fly Rod & Reel, Michigan Natural Resources Magazine, The Idaho Statesman. In 1978 he caught his first Henrys Fork cutthroat & he hasn't been the same since. $24.95 plus $5 shipping & handling. Cutthroat Press, Box 1471, Boise, ID 83701 or call 208-343-8396.