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"Relationships forged on the River seem to endure at a deeper, more meaningful level than those of commerce. There, you learn of the person beyond the issue of business where the human display of joy, disappointment, curiosity, wonder, fear, and humour is less fettered. There, you can wander more freely in each other's private territories without fear of offence. My closest friends are those of the River." From the author of Magic in the Mountains, this is a witty, charming and deeply thoughtful book about the pleasures and cha... read more

This classic bestseller uses crystal-clear computer-generated drawings to show the reader exactly how to create an artificial fishing fly, step-by-step. Clearer than photos, more life-like than drawings, the graphic instructions show, by subtle emphasis and exaggeration, precisely what to do. Included are all the basic techniques for applying thread, feather and fur to the hook, building up to more sophisticated methods such as parachute hackling, using the dubbing loop and hairwinging.

Popular fishing writer John Eichelsheim spills the beans on how and where to catch he best examples of New Zealand's top fish species. John draws on his own forty years of experience fishing around the country to tell personal stories of his own 'top catch' for each species, then provides biological/ geographical information on the fish, the nuts and bolts of tackle and technique, including the peak season, and the current records (biggest fish ever caught etc). The author has chosen species with appeal for anglers in both main isl... read more

Battling huge marlin on a jet-ski and swimming with mako sharks with fish strapped to his body are just a few of hte more 'out there' fishing acts seen on Matt Watson's ITM Fishing Show. In this, his first book, Matt collects the best tales of his fishing exploits around New Zealand and off-shore. First published October 2008.

Recently there has been a huge surge of interest in soft plastic lures, spurred on by enthusiastic coverage in leading fishing magazines and television programmes. Soft plastics are not new. Artificial lures made from plastic, rubber or similar materials have been around for years. But there's a particularly good reason why soft plastics are becoming so popular: they are deadly on fish. The new generation lures are scented and flavoured; each manufacturer jealously guarding its own secret formulae. They work so well they can be mo... read more

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New Zealand has a worldwide reputation as a fly fisher's paradise. Renowned author and trout-fishing specialist John Kent has selected 20 of the very best lakes, covering both the North and South islands, and presents here, complete with stunning photography by David Hallett, a complete guide to New Zealand's premier fly fishing spots. At once a 'how to' fly fishing book and a celebration of the beauty of New Zealand'' outdoors, Fly Fishing in New Zealand Lakes captures the essence of the angling way of life. John Kent and David Ha... read more

Trout's Larder takes the reader on a tour of New Zealand, looking at the range of creatures that are food for trout. Trout stream insects and other prey are examined in detail, with stunning photos of live specimens in their natural setting. Included is information about the creatures, including their behaviour, environment and life cycles, and instructions for the fly-tier on how to imitate each insect. For a more successful angling experience!.

Shortlisted for the 2004 Montana Book Awards , Lifestyle and Contemporary Culture section New Zealand offers perhaps the best wilderness fishing to be had anywhere in the world, and in Classic Fly Fishing, 23 of our most outstanding rivers are profiled by an expert with more than 50 years' fishing experience. All have self-sustaining stocks of magnificent wild brown or rainbow trout and can yield trophy fish weighing over 4.5kg (10 lbs).Renowned fly fishing author John Kent explains what is special about each river, how to access a... read more

For many people, fly-fishing is a passion. Some see it as a sport, some as a personal challenge, and others as an escape from daily life and a chance to travel to new places and relax in extraordinary settings. Australia and New Zealand offer some of the best fishing and most beautiful scenery in the world. Fifty Places to Fish in Australia and New Zealand Before You Die is your guide to the most picturesque and rewarding locations, and is a must for any keen fisher - avid adventurers and armchair travellers alike. The contributors... read more

Fly-fishing is a passion that takes anglers from country to country, from inland alpine rivers to coastal shores. Tying flies is one of the pleasures of the sport, and tends to become addictive - it's functional, fun and, above all, creative. Indeed, for many people, making the flies is just as satisfying, if not more so, than the fishing itself. Art of the Fly is a step-by-step guide to tying flies for both freshwater and saltwater fish. There are detailed instructions for tying 50 flies, accompanied by beautiful yet practical col... read more

Australia and New Zealand offer some of the best fishing and most beautiful scenery in the world. Fifty Places to Fish Before You Die is your guide to the most picturesque and rewarding locations, and is a must for any keen fisher, avid adventurers and armchair travellers alike.

Flyfishing for trout in New Zealand. Articles from 30 well-regarded New Zealand flyfishing personalities about their favourite fly patterns, together with tying instructions, colour photographs and illustrated with colour and black & white sketches. First published May 2007.

A lifetime's fishing experiences written by one of the UK's leading fly fishermen. Brian Clarke is one of Britain's best-known fly-fishermen -- and one of the world's most widely-read angling authors. His monthly column for 'The Times' has become an institution. His widely-ranging, penetrating and often provocative articles for that newspaper and for 'The Sunday Times' have been required reading for serious fishermen for over 30 years. This collection of 71 articles and new essays distils the author's lifetime experience. The gro... read more

This incredibly handy reference book reveals 101 special tips that will see any angler catch more trout. Find out how to set traps for cruising trout, to overcome difficult fishing conditions, to work out where trout lie in a river or hold in a lake. Whatever your level of experience, this practical book will ensure you have less of those blank days when nothing seems to work.Beginners and practised fisherfolk alike can dip into a rich store of information to find easy solutions to those testing situations when, despite all the pre... read more

A beautifully crafted, darkly humorous collection of fly-fishing stories destined to become, like Thomas McGuane's The Longest Silence, a classic of the genre. Somewhere Else is a thousand miles away and right next-door. It's a place and state of mind. It's the Himalayan foothills of Bhutan where trout - coal-backed relics of a place misty and Celtic - rise to bright insects under bamboo; it's London's suburbs where rivers run municipal fountains, but in a brook in a garden-centre there is hope in fishy form; it's a phone box in... read more

Sitting on a riverbank, with rod and line, must count as one of the most relaxing and enjoyable - yet occasionally frustrating - experiences known to man. Chris Yates discovered the joys of fishing early in life and was quickly hooked by its pleasures. Many years later, he is still content to sit, day after day, observing the quirks of different fish and losing track of time. For him, fishing is much more than just a question of technique; sometimes it's about listening to nothing but your instincts, and at other times it's about e... read more

In Fishing Season, acclaimed author Philip Weigall deftly captures all that makes the wonderful sport of flyfishing a passion for so many. It is a reflective book, an engrossing read that captures the heart and soul of this pastime that is so full of challenges, victories, disappointments, frustrations but, most of all, quiet happiness. So join Philip as he takes you through a year in the life of a flyfisher and ponders such important questions as why an organised fly box is rarer than a 10-pound trout, why you should think careful... read more

Fishing with soft plastics has continued to grow as the baits continue to catch more fish. John Eichelsheim has returned to the Gotcha! file to update and revise the text with new developments in the soft bait revolution. The information related to fishing technique is broadened and expanded and new photographs provide a fresh look to this very successful title.