Matching the Hatch: A Practical Guide to Imitation of Insects Found on Eastern and Western Trout Waters by Ernest George Schwiebert
Region by region, season by season, this update to the classic fly-fishing manual contains all of the information about the structure, appearance, and habits of the insects that signal the favourite feeding times of various fish. With commentary on dozens of mayflies, stone flies, and caddis flies as well as on crane flies, dragonflies, damsel flies, fish flies, backswimmers, and scuds, this is the ultimate resource for fly fishermen looking to understand the rivers to fish in various situations and how to identify the flies in their different stages. Along with this useful information, the guide is supplemented by large and detailed artwork of the insects as well as a review of the history of fly-fishing, thoughts on the ethics of angling, and anecdotes from the author's fly-fishing experience.
Written in the 1950's while he was attending college, Schwiebert's observations and advice are timeless. From describing ten rise forms that describe the feeding habits of trout, to the insects they feed upon in detail, this book contains a wealth of information for the serious fly fisher. The illustrations of the may flies, caddis flies and other trout foods provide a fly tyer with accurate depictions to tie flies to match the hatch. In addition, fly patterns from the era of this book are also provided. Schwiebert writes in a style that includes fishing stories, observations and recommendations that make reading this book a delight. Along the way, the reader is likely to learn a great deal that will improve her or his enjoyment of the sport.
Hardcover with dust jacket: 221 pages
Publisher ‏ : ‎ McMillan 1970
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Item weight ‏ : ‎ 599 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.97 x 1.91 x 20.96 cm
Out of print
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