02383cam a22003253u 4500 66423 UtSlPG 20260610134531.0 m cr n 260607r20211860utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 SH Drake, Grey A Concise Practical Treatise on Artificial Fly Fishing for Trout Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2021-09-29 Fiona Holmes and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive. "A Concise Practical Treatise on Artificial Fly Fishing for Trout" by Grey Drake is a fishing manual written in the late 19th century. This instructional book serves as a guide for aspiring anglers who wish to learn the art of fly fishing specifically for trout. The author, a seasoned fly fisher with over fifty years of experience, aims to share his knowledge in a straightforward, practical manner without overwhelming readers with unnecessary details. In this treatise, Drake covers essential techniques and equipment for successful fly fishing, including the type of tackle required, how to tie on hooks, and the proper casting techniques. He emphasizes the importance of skill over the specific flies used, arguing that the size of the fly is far more critical than its shape or color. Throughout the chapters, Drake offers valuable observations based on his extensive experience, discusses alternate methods like dibbing, and provides tips for reading the water and understanding fish behavior. Overall, this book is a practical resource geared toward beginners, helping them to navigate the nuances of the sport and improve their chances of success on the water. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United Kingdom: G. Berger, 1860 Flies, Artificial Trout fishing -- England https://archive.org/details/concisepractical00drakiala/page/n5/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/66423 107245 107245