An invaluable manual for all trout fishing enthusiasts covering every aspect from rods, tackle and flies to casting techniques and tactics along with extensive advice, hints and suggestions. Leslie Crawford's new book covers all the essential subject areas for aspiring trout fishermen, including in Part 1, tackle selection; key elements of casting; basic wet, dry and nymph tactics on flowing and still waters: fly selection; the effects of weather and the introduction of youngsters to fishing. Part 2 devotes a chapter each to small streams; river trout fishing; estuarine trout fishing; small stillwaters and finally large lakes. Questions and answers, top tips and lessons from past masters complete this invaluable manual. colour bb/w photos
