New Fly Fishing Books

June 3, 2016 By: Erin Block

  • A Master’s Guide to Building a Bamboo Fly Rod: The Essential and Classic Principles and Methods by Everett E. Garrison and Hoagy B. Carmichael is an in-depth guide to the process of making a bamboo fly rod. The book is illustrated with black-and-white drawings and over three hundred and sixty black-and-white photographs, along with notes on the mathematical and engineering principles that make Garrison’s method of rod-making unique. Skyhorse Publishing (May 31, 2016).
  • Practical Fishing Knots by Lefty Kreh and Mark Sosin is the bestselling “longtime bible of knots and knot tying” and is now re-released in this second edition, featuring updated information for changing gear and nomenclature as well as full-color photographs and clear line illustrations. Lyons Press; 2 edition (April 22, 2016).
  • 25 Best National Parks to Fly Fish by Terry Gunn and Wendy Gunn is a guidebook featuring detailed GIS maps, recommended flies, hatches, hot spots, and suggestions for gear, lodging, and dining for each national park location. This book contains more than 150 stunning location photos as well as in-depth information from guides and anglers working the waters both inside and adjoining the nation’s most accessible national parks. Stonefly Press; 1st edition (June 15, 2016).