FANS OF HIS FATHER'S novella, which injected a burst of energy into the sport of fly fishing when it was turned into a movie in 1992, will appreciate John Maclean's new chronicle of the Maclean family. Just out, it's a moving memoir and a loving tribute. We're happy to introduce it this week with an excerpt from the book's prologue. "Home Waters" is a great pick for summer reading.
INSIDE THE BOX, EPISODE #84: Scott unboxes the new Snowbee Davy Wotton Wet Fly & Nymph 10' 4-Weight fly rod this week. Wotton, a former competition angler, designed this rod specifically for superior line control and fly presentation.
"The Holy Grail Caddis Emerger is a versatile and effective fly that can be tied in a range of sizes and colors to match the naturals," notes Tim Flagler. Watch him demonstrate the steps for tying this classic pattern.
Question:"It seems between print and online magazines, vendor sites, fishing blogs, and YouTube there are new trout flies coming out all the time—but do I really need to be always adding new patterns?" — Walt BRead the answer...
