2003 National Outdoor Book Award Winner. Step-by-step photos on correct form and essential strokes. Illustrated guide to river maneuvers plus information on gear, safety, choosing a canoe.

Selecting the rod, reel, line, leader, and flies to fill the trout fly box with step-by-step photos and instructions on the forward cast, sidearm cast, roll cast, and slack-line cast and includes six knots you need to know.

Step-by-step guide to getting started tying flies. Detailed instructions for seven proven patterns. Techniques from expert tiers and anglers.

2005 National Outdoor Book Award Winner. A fully illustrated introduction to river kayaking with a full-color gear guide plus chapters on river safety and reading the water. Step-by-step instruction on essential techniques, including all major strokes and rolls.

Popular patterns that build on the basics. How-to information in unique detail. Includes hour-long instructional DVD.