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purpose of enriching and strengthening your fl y-fi shing pleasure.

Perhaps we are born a trickle on a hill, gathering volume and age following the water where it goes. By our middle years the banks are fairly cut and clear. It is the stream where many fat and sassy, feed and breed — that most denotes the highest of esteem indeed.

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EXCLUSIVELIMITED EDITION

Winter 2008 Newsletter

If you don’t like to fi sh, that’s fi ne with John Gierach. The biggest problem with fi shing these days, he says, is that there are too many people doing it. He’s seen streams that he and a buddy used to be alone on become attractive fi rst to a handful of fi shermen, then to dozens. As a result, he’s been traveling the world in search of good fi shing, and there are wonderful stories in this book about fi shing in Alaska, British Columbia, Newfoundland, and elsewhere. What makes Gierach appealing, even to people who don’t fi sh, is his precise writing, his unexpected observations and witty turns of phrase. In the course of this book, Gierach shares his dislike of fl ying–not the fl ying itself, but every-thing that happens (or doesn’t) at airports these days-his equally great dislike of cell phones (which are mostly useless in the backcountry where the best fl y fi shing is found, anyway) and his conviction that packing for a fi shing trip is the perfect way to reevaluate why we all have so much stuff in our lives. In other words, Gierach is a man who loves to fi sh, who loves nature, and can barely abide everything else—a true fi shing curmudgeon.

Yep, that’s just John and he will be signing copies for us. Better get yours on order—he only does this once. The book releases May 6th, it will take an additional week or so before we have our copies in hand. A perfect Father’s Day gift or just a great way to kick off the summer fl y-fi shing season. If you’re interested in actually seeing John, be sure to check out the Why Fly Fishing DVD (p.19), John gives a great interview and even spends time on the stream. It is rare to fi nd a human being these days unwilling to “toot their own horn.” Even in a sport that promotes nature and grace, ego's abound. We’re with you John, there’s a lot more open space in your attitude than in “egoland.” Lead the way, we will follow and thanks for the book. We can’t tell you how much fun we have promoting it and the customer interaction that comes with it. It ain’t fi shing, but it’s close.

(#B4303) hardcover; Illustrated by Glen Wolff, 224 pages Price -- $24.00

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Dear Sir or Madam:

A few years ago, I purchased a Gary LaFontaine fi ve-weight Stealth Rod with two tips. At the time of purchase, I thought, Stealth Rod with two tips. At the time of purchase, I thought, Stealth Rod"Well, it's nice to have two tips but I probably won't need the second one." Fast forward to a few weeks ago when I came off of the San Juan River with a big grin on my face for actually catching a couple of nice fi sh on this very challenging river with my Gary LaFontaine fi ve weight Stealth Rod. This rod works really well whether I am fi shing dry fl ies or soaking nymphs for sulking trout. When I got to my truck, I placed the rod on top of the canopy to keep it out of harms ways as there was a lot of traffi c in the parking lot. I carefully packed all of my gear in the back of the truck and closed it up. After I returned to my motel room, I unpacked the truck and took everything inside. When I looked for my fl y rod, I realized that I had left in on top of the truck. My heart jumped into my throat as I raced back outside and started the truck up praying that my rod and reel would be back in the parking lot. After I reached the parking lot and looking it over very carefully, I realized that my rod and real may be gone forever. Feeling very sad, I headed back to the motel. On a whim, I stopped by Abe's Fly Shop and asked if any-one had turned in a fl y rod. The courteous gentlemen behind the counter stopped and looked at some notes he had posted behind the counter. He asked me to describe the rod and I told him it was a Gary LaFontaine 5 wt. Stealth Rod with a Ross reel attached to it. He then led me to the back of the shop and pulled out my fl y rod and reel. He mentioned that it had been run over so I probably could not fi sh with it anymore. I thanked him profusely and asked for the name of the indi-vidual that found the rod and reel and turned it in. He gave me the name and room number. I quickly wrote a thank you note to this gentlemen and left it at his room door. Also, I made a visit to the offi ce and asked if I could leave a reward for the gentlemen that found my fl y rod and reel as a small gesture of my appreciation for turning in one of my favorite rods and reel combinations. He agreed that it would be a good idea. My prayers were answered for both the return of the rod and reel as well as the condition of the fl y rod. Yes, it had been run over and the tip was ruined. However, I reached into the burgundy col-ored rod tube that contained the spare tip for my Gary LaFontaine 5 wt. Stealth Rod. I was in business again! Thank goodness for the spare tip! This incident has rekindled my belief that there are some really fi ne and decent people fi shing the same streams, rivers and lakes that I do.

Thank you, Patrick Welch (NM)------------------------------------------------------------------------

Czech Nymph and Other Related Fly Fishing Methodsby Karel Krivanec

Get introduced to Czech Secrets by an experienced angler of 20 years and be shown in a few lessons the essentials of this type of angling. Traces the history of the Czech nymph and proceeds to catalog and detail 159 nymph patterns in color. These arrived on a slow boat from the Czech Republic and quantities are limited.hardcover; 45 color fi shing photos; 7x10-1/2 inches; 112 pages(#B4598) Price -- $34.95

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THE GIERACH COLLECTION---------------------------------------

Fly Fishing the High Country (#B351) soft -- $16.95At the Grave of the Unknown Fisherman (#B4349) soft-- $13.00

Trout Bum 20th Anniversary Edition (#B4515) hard -- $29.95Dances with Trout (#B308) soft -- (#B308) soft -- (#B308) soft $12.00

Death, Taxes and Leaky Waders (#B4061) soft -- (#B4061) soft -- (#B4061) soft $14.00 Sex, Death and Fly Fishing (#B383) soft-- $13.00

Standing in a River Waving a Stick (#B849) soft -- $13.00Where the Trout Are as Long as Your Leg (#B1523) soft -- $10.00

Good Flies (#B4143) soft -- $14.95Even Brook Trout Get the Blues (#B332) soft -- $13.00

Fly Fishing Small Streams (#B537) soft -- $16.95Another Lousy Day in Paradise (#B659) soft -- $13.00

A View From Rat Lake (#B4257) soft -- $12.00Still Life with Brook Trout (#B4420) hard -- $23.00Fishing Bamboo back in print soft (#B639) -- $14.95 back in print soft (#B639) -- $14.95 back in print

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The Beginning Fly Tying Collectionby Jack Dennis

This is for beginners and beyond, Jack's company, Snake River Books has put together this collection of fi ve of his best fl y-tying DVD's. This collection includes:

Fly Tying Basics & MaterialsTying Western Trout FliesTying Western Dry Flies

Tying Flies with Jack Dennis and Friends Vol. 1Tying Jack Dennis' Newest Patterns

The Beginning Fly Tying Collection will guide you through a variety of fl ies, teaching you the techniques needed to tie any type of fl y. There is over fi fty different fl ies and you'll discover how to fi sh many of them. An $85 value!!

(#B3301) DVD, 12 hours Price -- $49.95------------------------------------------------------------------------

European Nymphingby Jack Dennis & Vladi Trzebunia

As head coach of the USA Fly Fishing Team, Jack Dennis fi gured out that effective Euro nymphing gave Europeans a virtual lock on medals in the World Championships. To learn more, Jack enlisted Vladi Trzebunia to help coach his team. In this DVD Vladi will teach you to become a more effective nymph fi sherman without the use of indicators. By mastering these skills you should be able to double your hookups and add to your nymphing success in moving water. This is a smattering of cultural learning with instruction in Czech, Polish, Spanish and French nymphing, the rigs, fl ies, knots and casting techniques. As a bonus Jack presents French, Italian and Portuguese fl y tiers with exciting new bead-headed nymphs, all tied step-by-step on location at Sweden’s 2005 World Fly Fishing Championships. A well-rounded tying and fi shing presentation—and since it is Jack there's sure to be lots of character thrown in.

(#D3694) DVD Price -- $20.00

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M A S T E R TE A C H I N G S ! 1001 Fly Fishing Tipsby Jay Nichols, former editor of Fly Fisherman magazine

Reading this one-of-a-kind collection of practical advice is like taking a fi shing trip across the country with over twenty-fi ve of the world’s fl y-fi shing experts. Over 1,001 of the best fl y-fi shing tips covering essentials from trout to tarpon, such as: casting with Lefty Kreh, matching the hatch with Charlie Meck, taking great fi sh photos with Barry & Cathy Beck, mastering mayfl ies with John Barr, catching selective trout with Mike Lawson, West Coast stripers with Dan Blanton, steelhead secrets with Lani Waller, and Spey casting with Simon Gawesworth. llustrations are by renowned artist Dave Hall, with encyclopedic coverage of almost everything that's important to know about fresh and saltwater fl y fi shing.

(#B4622) softcover; 5-1/2 x 8 inches; 192 pages; 160 b&w illustrations Price -- $19.95

`````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````A VA I L A B L E I N A P R I L ~ Basic Stream Flies: How to Choose, Fish and Tie Them

by Jim Schollmeyer & Tracy Peterson This book contains 28 fl y patterns that can be used to match most fi shing situations. Each pattern includes information on what the fl y imitates, and when, where and how to fi sh it. These patterns were chosen not only for their ability to catch trout, but to show the different types and styles of commonly used fl ies. To reduce the number of patterns needed, natural insects with similar body shapes or states of development are grouped together, and one or two basic patterns that imitate the insects in each group are presented. Then by changing the size and/or body color of the basic pattern, you can match all of the naturals in its group. With each basic pattern there is a photo showing useful variations of the fl y or a similar pattern. An interesting concept not seen before in a tying book and nobody does it better than Jim Schollmeyer.

(#B4622) softcover; 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 inches; 144 pages; full color Price -- $24.95

`````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````D O N ' T M I S S T H I S O N E ! Fish That Fake Orgasms And Other Zoological Curiosities

by Matt Walker The fi rst professionally researched miscellany guide to the animal kingdom. Written by one of the world's foremost science journal-ists, it is a book packed with entries on the fascinating, bizarre, amazing, and hilarious life that surrounds us. Offers quirky and memo-rable entries on an array of subjects, such as mating, eating, and resurrection. An utterly addictive collection. And, in answer to the inevitable question the brown trout does, in fact, fake it. It is a trick they use to fi nd the most potent mate.

(#B4617) hardcover; 5 x 8 inches; 224 pages Price -- $16.95

`````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````AV A I L A B L E L A T E -M A R C H ~ Rotary Fly-Tying

by Al & Gretchen Beatty We have sold many of the Beatty's Rotary Fly-Tying DVD's and now we have a book. Many fl y tiers do not fully understand the potential of a rotary vise. Many of us just use the rotation to see the bottom of our fl y, but the rotary vise advantages go far beyond this. Rotary Fly-Tying's main objectives are to explore a sampling of true rotary vises currently available on the market, guide tiers through the sometimes frustrating adjustments needed to use their rotary vise to the fullest and share tying tips and tricks for quickly tying effec-tive fl ies. There are also 36 fl ies for fresh and saltwater species. Al and Gretchen have years of experience at the vise both as tyers and teachers. There is nobody better equipped to put this information on paper and broaden our knowledge than Al and Gretchen Beatty. This is a very select topic that can greatly increase your pleasure while tying up your fl ies for the new season. Which will be arriving soon . . .

(#B4614) spiral binding; 8-1/2 x 11 inches; full color; 116 pages Price -- $24.95

`````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````N E W ! Backcast: Fatherhood, Flyfi shing, and A River Journey Through the Heart of America

by Lou Ureneck Not all father and son trips turn out to be the stuff of American legend, but sometimes the ending is worth the fi ght. Told against the backdrop of the Alaskan wilds, Backcast is the remembrance of a fi shing trip that carried a father and son from the mountains of Alaska to the Bering Sea. Along the way, nature transforms from friend into foe, and their struggles are played out against the poignant emotional battle raging between the two as they descend the river headed toward confrontation. On their journey, the two encounter nature's dangers — bears, violent river currents and ruthless, punishing weather — as well as the hurts that exist between them.

(#B4616) hardcover; 5-1/2 x 8 inches; 272 pages Price -- $24.95

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Sporting Fly Volume 4Bamboo Artisan on the Ruby River

The Sporting Fly visits with bamboo craftsman, Jerry Kustich of Sweetgrass Rods, in spotlighting the bamboo fl y rod. Filmed in high defi nition, Dave Long hosts this DVD that includes fi shing with bamboo fl y rods on the Ruby River. (#B3711 DVD

Also Available in the Sporting Fly Series —Kenai River Alaska (#D3702) • Fremont River, UT (#D3703)

A Tribute to Fly Tying (#D3709)

And coming later this year—Madison River, MT (#D3704) • Snake River, ID (#D3705)

Price -- $29.95 each

Jeff ”Bear” Andrews Michigan native Jeff “Bear” Andrews has been fl y fi shing and tying fl ies for 38 years. He was the recipient of the "Buz Buszek Memorial Fly Tying Award", the highest honor bestowed upon a fl y tyer by the Federation of Fly Fishers. From 1977-1982 he ran Bear's Fly Shop in Grand Ledge, Michigan. He has tied commercially for 20 years, producing as many as 2000 dozen (24,000) fl ies a year. Bear travels throughout the U.S. and Europe sharing his tying skills through demonstrations and classes. He has taught thousands of people to tie fl ies

Best of the Bear Steelhead (#B16655) DVD; 60 min.Best of the Bear Steelhead II (#B16656) DVD; 60 min.Best of the Bear Tying Traditions (#B16657) DVD; 60 min.

Price -- $24.95 each

Double Haulwith Rhea Topping

Okay, I always like clear, concise subject matter. It helps me identify what a particular item can do for you. So here is what I can tell you about this DVD— Great topic to tackle. The day I reviewed this I also reviewed Fly Casting —for better fl y fi shing (p.5). I had a great day. The skills Rhea teaches on this DVD are used over and over again in every type of cast, but if you can't "haul" correctly to begin with–you're lost. This DVD alone is worth watching, but together with an instructional DVD teaching other casting methods, makes a dyn-o-mite lesson. Rhea's methods are basic, consistent and make the Double Haul sensible and better yet, do-able. Mel Krieger, Joan Wulff and Brian O'Keefe add tidbits of their own.(#B3778) DVD; 60 min. Price -- $24.95

The Scandinavian Spey Castwith Henrik Mortensen

Mortensen visits the famous River Dee in Scotland to analyze the historical roots of the traditional spey cast with a classic Scot-tish ghillie. He then travels to Canada’s beautiful Gaspe Peninsula in Eastern Quebec to illustrate his modern, redefi ned version with practical implementation on three of the most challenging salmon rivers in the world: Grande Cascapedia, Bonaventure, and Petite Cascapedia. Under sub-optimal conditions of the early season, low water, few fi sh and very clear rivers, the benefi ts of the Scandina-vian Spey Cast become apparent. (#D3779) DVD: 74 min. Price -- $39.95

New from the master, Shane Stalcup–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–

As we know DVD's are all the rage for fl y fi shing these days. Noted fl y-tyer Shane Stalcup has released four new DVD sets on tying fl ies. Many consider Shane to be among the best of the younger generation of professional fl y tyers. Umpqua Feather Merchants says that Shane is a young fl y tyer with a national and international reputation for innovation and craftsmanship . . . a tyer others look to for inspiration & new techniques. Shane spends hours on end before his 40-gallon show tank watching, examining and studying the action and detail of insects and bugs for identifi able characteristics he can use when designing his imitations. "I like to make my fl ies appeal to the fi sh –as well as to my fellow anglers. I put in a little extra effort into making my fl ies look good!"

—–—Caddis & Stillwater Patterns: 2 DVD Set

Gilled Nymph, Zing Damsel, Hare's Ear Dragon,Ultra Damsel, and Z-Scud, Hydropsyche Caddis Larva,

Cased Caddis, Swimming Caddis Pupa,Bead Diving Caddis, CDC Egg Laying Caddis.

(#B17696) DVD; 110 min.

—–—Midges: 2 DVD Set

Wire Midge Emerger, Emergent Midge, Biot Soft Hackle,Twinkle Soft Hackle Midge, Gas Soft Hackle Midge

(#B17698) DVD; 110 min.

—–—The Magic of CDC: 2 DVD Set

Prince Nymph, RS2, CDC Serendipity, CDC Soft Hackle,CDC Griffi th Gnat, CDC Elk Hair Caddis,

CDC Drowned Dun, Medallion Dun, Medallion Caddis,CDC Blot Dun, CDC Parachute Midge Larva,

DC Loop Wing Emerger, Bonus: Caring for CDC Feathers(#B17700) DVD; 90 min.

—–—Tying Emerging Mayfl ies: 2 DVD Set

Stillborn Emerger, Twisted Hackle Emerger, Doc Emerger,Soft Hackle Emerger, Parachute Emerger. Loop Dub Emerger,

Legged Emerger, Swimming Emerger, Caddis Pupa,Caddis Emerger, Trailing Shucks

(#B17697) DVD; 120 min.

—–—Tying Mayfl ies: 2 DVD Set

Baetis Nymph; Para May; Soft Hackle Spinner;Compara May & Emerger, Hare's Ear Special,

Deer Hair Emerger, Deer Hair Spinner, Emerging Dun,Deer Hair Dun.

(#B17699) DVD; 135 min.

—–—Each DVD program is shot from the tyer’s point of view

using a tiny camera only inches away from the fl y as it is be-ing tied, capturing minute details from three camera angles.

Price -- $29.95 each DVD Set

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Be the Man!Tired of the same hat? This hat sports an embroidered bright-green Emergent Sparkle Pupa within a gold banner showcasing the LaFontaine Private Label logo.

You won't see this hat coming towards you on the stream, but those who see you will be watching you coming and going and wondering— Where did he get that hat???

Baseball CapOne size fi ts all – One color combinationLoden (dark olive) cap with a Khaki bill

Price -- $22.45 (#B3714)

Shipping: Hats are shipped separately. We don't think the crisp bill on a hat will survive several pounds of books. If you order two or more hats, the price for the fi rst hat will be $22.45 and the ad-ditional hats we'll knock back to $19.00 each. Shipping charges are included. This hat is available only from the Book Mailer.

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Blue Man in a Red StateMontana's Governor Brian Schweitzer

and the New Western Populismby Greg Lemon

We like to toss in something unusual every once in awhile and this was irresistible. A gun-toting, horseback-riding liberal Democrat, Brian Schweitzer won the governorship in Montana through a com-bination of shrewd political maneuvering and old-fashioned grass-roots populism. In a state that elected and re-elected a Republican President, Schweitzer continues to enjoy high ap-proval ratings. How he's managed to appeal to his conservative electorate even while pursuing a populist agenda has intrigued journalists and political strategists across the country. Floating on a rising tide of western populism, this grandson of Montana home-steaders holds a graduate degree in soil science, speaks Arabic, and could not be more passionate about his program to convert Montana's massive coal resources to gasoline. In a national election year, this fi rst look at the governor and his agenda is an absolute much-read. (Well, I think so anyway, but I live here.)

hardcover; 6 x 9 inches; 160 pages

(#B4613) Price -- $22.95–—–—–

The DVD's that started a fl y fi shing fi lm festival ~

Trout Bum Diaries–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–

Vol. 1: Patagonia A fast-paced video tour of Patagonia set to music and documenting an epic journey across Patagonia: 7000 miles of bad roads, sleeping in the dirt, exploring lakes and rivers and BIG TROUT!(#B14065) DVD; 120 min. Price -- 24.95

Vol. 2: New Zealand, Kiwi Camo(#B14065) DVD; 75 min. Price -- $26.95

And now coming late-Febraury . . .

Fish Bum 1: Mongolia - River Wolf Join the Trout Bum's as they travel to Mongolia in another action-packed fl y-fi shing DVD. This adventure takes the crew to the land of Genghis Khan in search of a fi sh that locals refer to as, River Wolf, the Taimen. Watch some of the most creative & exciting fl y-fi shing footage ever shot, as the crew throws fl ies the size of squirrels at the largest species of Salmonid in the world! The characters hike, paddle, and fl oat on extremely remote rivers. Filmed entirely in High Defi nition, this provides the viewer with a fi rst person look at two months in the Mongo-lian high-lands, the good and the bad! (#B3303) DVD; 120 min. Price -- $29.95

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Fly Casting– for better fl y fi shingswith Kjell Ove Grimsmo

This DVD was brought to our attention by it's "star" Kjell Ove Grimsmo. We are currently working on getting inventory to the warehouse— hopefully we can help set up the import for this DVD. This is an instructional DVD on fl y casting produced in Nor-way. It's tone is encouraging and easily suggestive. Past sales in the Book Mailer dictate a high interest in this type of DVD. I thoroughly enjoyed this production. It covers many areas of casting in simple, direct, nicely-fi lmed chapters with emphasis on lengthening each type of cast. A couple of lesser known casting techniques—the Snake Roll Cast and the Air Snake Cast round out a complete venue on casts for almost all situations. There are bonus sections devoted to just fi shing—Atlantic Salmon and Grayling Fishing in Norway, some saltwater fun, and Sea Trout in Argentina. An all around great production done by a really knowledgeable guy. Kjell will participate in this year's Spey-O-Rama at the Golden Gate Casting Club. I suspect he will do very well in this year's competition. He says the purpose of the DVD is to instruct with less speaking. I got lots of education via verbal or visual, it all worked for me.

(#B3618) DVD; 58 min. Price -- yet to be determined Motivation is when your dreams put on work clothes.—Milton Berle

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New~ Hemingway on Fishingby Ernest Hemingway, afterword by Jack Hemingway

All Hemingway, all fi shing. From childhood on, Ernest Hemingway was a passionate fi sherman. .Here collected for the fi rst time in one volume, are all of his great writings about the many kinds of fi shing he did. From the early Nick Adams stories and the memorable chapters on fi shing the Irati River in the Sun Also Rises to such late novels as Islands in the Stream, this collection traces the evolution of a great writer's passion: the range of his interests; and the sure uses he made of fi shing, transforming it into the stuff of great literature.

hardcover; 7 x 9 inches: 304 pages

(#B16381) Price -- $29.95

*******Next Level Fly Fishing: Vol. 3

Northern California Trout & Steelheadby Hogan Brown, Chris King, Mike Costello & Tim Root

Four guides draw on their years of experience to share proven techniques in all aspects of catching fi sh on the waters of Northern California. Tie three diverse fl ies, follow a unique rigging process, and go to the Sacramento River with additional casting techniques and tips for reading the water.

(#B16568) DVD; 110 min. Price -- $24.95

*******Something new and interesting . . .

Reel Maintenance Filmed on location at the Shimano repair headquarters in Irvine CA, and hosted by Shimano Factory Authorized Techni-cian Nate Smith, this visual manual covers everything from basic reel maintenance to in-depth servicing. Featuring both fresh and saltwater reels, all aspects of how to take care of and tune your reels for optimum performance.

(#B16714) DVD; 45 min. Price -- $29.95

*******May Release Date~

How to Fish by Chris Yates

Chris Yates is a photographer, author, founder of Waterlogmagazine, but fi rst and foremost a fi sherman. For years he was the angling correspondent for the Financial Times. He was fi rst inspired by the discovery of a monster carp in his village pond when he was fi ve. Thirty years later, he caught what was then the biggest carp—and the biggest fi sh—in England. There's no better guide for the uninitiated —and no better companion for those already familiar with the satisfactions of fi shing than Chris Yates. And immersing yourself in How to Fish is almost as delightful an activity as fi shing itself. This is book coming from England and should be available sometime in May.

(#B4618) 256 pages Price -- $19.95

Having had some history with some types of wood-work-ing, I fi nd I am naturally drawn to the process of crafting

a bamboo rod. I don't have any knowledge, tools, means or any-thing else that could carry me down this path, but if I decided to take that direction—a good place to start would be Golden Witch Technologies. Many of our bamboo guys are already fa-miliar with them to be sure. You can print out their catalog from your computer. Check out the section on classes. They aren't cheap, but I bet if this is what you want to do, they are one of the fi nest places to do it. Visit goldenwitch.com. Here’s two of their new DVDs just out~ see p.21 for another on graphite...

Making Bamboo Rod Blanks Using the methods originally taught by Daryll Whitehead, then refi ned through years of custom and light production rod-making in the Golden Witch rod shop, Russ Gooding and his team will guide you from selecting the raw culm to the fi nished blank. Broken into discrete steps, making bamboo blanks is a surprisingly straightforward process. It focuses on blank making, not as a mechanical engineering exercise replete with arcane formulae, but as an accessible craft to which all anglers can aspire. Bamboo is potent, yet sublime. Featurette: Blueing Ferrules - How To Blue & Clear Coat Nickel Silver Ferrules. (#B3616) DVD; 87 min. Price -- $59.95

Finishing Bamboo Rods Aesthetic decisions, fi t, and fi nish defi ne the quality of a split bamboo rod long before an angler tests its action over ris-ing fi sh. An elegant rod is a harmonious composition, melding classic styling with components that hark back to the era of our forefathers: agate stripping guides, fi ne silk threads, cork, native wood, nickel silver, and natural oil and resin varnishes. Well fi nished, a bamboo rod looks good, feels good, and even smells good. Although each rodmaker will choose a different aesthetic, all rodmakers must master the details of fi t and fi nish. Featurette: Ferrule Plugs—Turning Mastodon Ivory & Nickel Silver Ferrule Plugs. (#B3617) DVD; 90 min. Price -- $59.95

*******Available Now~

Making Strip-Built Fly Rodsby John Betts

A documentation of a subject that is revered with an intense labor of love. Originally self-published as an elegant hand-drawn and hand-written journal, Amato has re-released this in full color while still retaining its unique style–a journal written in calligraphy with exquisite drawings. Betts shows how to build durable strip-built fl y rods on a lathe with ordinary wood-working tools and skills. We highly recommend this ap-pealing book for our bamboo boys, rod makers, history buffs, and wood-working anglers.

“a journal of combining ordinary skills and available standard wood working tools in new ways to turn smooth, lively, durable strip-built rods from native and exotic hard and soft woods on a lathe.”

12 x 9 inches; 178 pages; full color insert, two ribbon markers(#B16793) hardcover (#B16793) hardcover (#B16793) hardcover Price -- $45.00

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Stealth Rods have a perfect taper made out of the fi nest graphite scrim. It has a sweet action -- a softer tip allows for close, accurate and delicate presentation while the casting power in the

butt lays out 100 feet of line in the fl ick of an eye. Matte black fi nish, black Fuji double-foot guides, and an anodized reel seat (ebony insert). They fl ex beautifully all the way down into

the butt. Grip is a Full-Wells (except h-taper which is a double-well) with a front taper—handle has an uplocking reel seat.

Every rod comes with a spare tip -- and we will replace any broken tips or other pieces at our cost plus shipping.

Price includes the Stealth Rod with extra tip, cloth rod bag, and cordura rod case.

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I took my dad to the mall the other day. We decided to grab a bite at the food court. I noticed he was watching a teenager sitting next to him. The teenager had spiked hair in all different colors: green, red, orange, and blue. My dad just kept staring at him. The teenager would look and fi nd him staring every time. When the teenager fi nally had enough, he sarcastically asked, "What's the matter old man, never done anything wild in your life?" Knowing my Dad, I quickly swallowed my food so that I would not choke on his response; I knew he’d have a good one. And in classic style he did not bat an eye in his response. "Got drunk once and had sex with a peacock. I was just wondering if you were my son."

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Private Label Flies~ the most fun fl y offer ever. If you're fl y fi shing with a group or partner, it's always fun to share . . . or tease.

You tell us where – when – and what you want to spend. We'll mix and match sizes, colors and patterns to match the season and the hatch. And we always try to make it fun! We cross reference Gary's selections from the past, look through our library of books and use the internet to fi nd you the best fi sh catching insect imitations we can fi nd. If you order on pack of six fl ies, you will almost always get at least two patterns in applicable color and size. The more money you spend, the more fun I can have, but I fi nd I end up sneaking a little extra into the box- I just can't seem to help myself . . . and I really appreciate it when you let me know our selections have been right on. It is a great confi dence booster. I would never presume to know more about a fi sh's appetite than the fi sh itself!

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Over the years we have brought in new LaFontaine Patterns and taken some patterns out. A few patterns remain poised on the line: we really don't sell enough of these patterns to merit keeping them in production, but they are so deadly for certain fi shing situations, we can't bear to let them go. So it is with the Black June, a pattern absent from Book Mailer pages for the past couple of years. But while you haven't seen it here – by special request, we have continued to have this pattern tied privately for several devoted fans. For this reason I have been prompted to keep some of these in my fl y box this past season. And you know what, those Black Junes came out of my box every time I fi shed. At sometime during the day on each river I found myself tying on that fl y. Be it because there was no clear winner in a hatch situation or because other patterns lost their effectiveness at some point during the day, out came the Black June and to work it went. It almost alwaysalways pulled in at least one or two more fi sh for the day. I can't tell you if it was the actual "small beetle" or terrestrial imitation of intent or that it's small and black with a silver fl ash that attracts the fi sh. I just know it works and I recommend you give it a try. It is small and simple to tie, but its effectiveness is mighty. It can be fi shed just under the surface or a little lead wire wrapped about 18 inches above the fl y gets it down into the weed beds later on in the season. You can watch Al Beatty tie this fl y on the LaFontaine Originals Vol. 3 DVD (p.28).

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *BLACK JUNE

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HOOK: size 10-18 1X heavyTAG: Flat Silver TinselRIB: Oval Silver Tinsel

BODY: Peacock herl (wrapped full)WING: Squirrel-Tail Hair, dyed black

(tied fl at over the back)HACKLE: Black Hen (collar)

TYING STEPS:• Wrap in silver tinsel, winding slightly

down the bend of the hook.• Tie in the silver tinsel rib.• Tie in strands of peacock herl; wrap

the body.• Wind the rib.• Tie in the hair wing, spreading it fl at

over the top.• Wrap a collar hackle of black hen.• Whip fi nish.

Black June size 14: 6-pack $12 (#S1012) 3-pack $6 (T1012) size 16: 6-pack $12 (#S1013) 3-pack $6 (T1013)

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Air Head 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown -- size 10 (#S1002) (#T1002) 12 (#S1003) (#T1003) 14 (#S1506) (#T1506) 16 (#S1550) (#T1550) Olive -- size 10 (#S1005) (#T1005) 12 (#S1006) (#T1006) 14 (#S1519) (#T1519) 16 (#S1518) (#T1518) Yellow -- size 10 (#S1008) (#T1008) 12 (#S1009) (#T1009) 14 (#S1488) (#T1488) 16 (#S1520) (#T1520)~ a "pulling" fl y with spikes and a head of closed-cell foam that diffuses light. Sizes 14 and 16 in Olive and Yellow match the Little Yellow Stone and Little Olive Stone of western rivers during mid- and late-summer months. Size 16 Browm is a great imitation for the March Red in early spring on New England streams (p. 139 of Trout Flies)

----------Beadhead Marabou Worm 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Natural Gray -- size 14 (#S1617) (#T1617) Olive -- 14 (#S1618) (#T1618) Red -- 14 (#S1619) (#T1619)~ cast upstream and fi sh dead drift in the current. That "somersault" motion is a triggering action, a movement that makes a trout refl ex-ively pounce on the fl y. The Beadhead Marabou Worm works during the warmer months, when fi sh metabolism is in high gear. It is also a great streamer pattern for early spring. Try as the bottom fl y in a two-nymph rig. (a variation of the standard Marabou Worm on p. 85 of Trout Flies)

----------Blackfl y Larva 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Olive/Black -- size 18 (#S1014) (#T1014) ~ trout in the Northeastern rivers gorge on the aquatic larvae of these biting fl ies. This was Gary's #1 nymph for Maine, upstate New York, and Canada during May and June. Use the White Marker (p.17) with this fl y. (p. 42 of Trout Flies)

----------Cased Caddis Larva 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Dark -- size 12 (#S1022) (#T1022) 14 (#S1556) (#T1556)~ case-making caddisfl ies drift free in the current during the day, not during the night like other larval and nymphal forms. We see lots of these in the rivers here in Montana. This fl y imitates a very impor-tant food item. (p. 45 of Trout Flies)

----------Clear Wing Spinner 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Black -- size 18 (#S1026) (#T1026) 20 (#S1025) (#T1025) 22 (#S1027) (#T1027) Olive -- size 14 (#S1036) (#T1036) 16 (#S1037) (#T1037) 18 (#S1038) (#T1038) 20 (#S1039) (#T1039) Rusty -- size 12 (#S1040) (#T1040) (red/brown) 14 (#S1041) (#T1041) 16 (#S1042) (#T1042) 18 (#S1043) (#T1043)

<< Clear Wing Spinner continued >>Clear Wing Spinner continued >>Clear Wing Spinner~ the Clear Wing Spinner, with wings of clear Antron, matches the wings of a spent mayfl y spinner. The wings of the natural aren't only clear -- they are pleated and when they're fl at on the water they gather air bubbles underneath. So does the Antron. Great pattern for early mornings. Added bonus: you can see this fl y from 30 feet away because of the brightness of the wings (making it invaluable for the small imita-tions of the Trico, for example). (p. 147 of Trout Flies)

----------Cricket 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Black -- size 10 (#S1558) (#T1558) 12 (#S1057) (#T1057) 14 (#S1058) (#T1058)~ from late dusk on into dark this is a killing fl y; and not surprisingly it is also really effective at dawn. Do fi sh eat that many crickets? Or do they just like black? The pattern works. Fish this tandem with a bright fl y as an indicator. (p. 151 of Trout Flies)

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Dancing Caddis 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Bright Green -- size 12 (#S1060) (#T1060) 14 (#S1521) (#T1521) Brown/Yellow -- size 12 (#S1722) (#T1722) 14 (#S1723) (#T1723) Ginger -- size 12 (#S1062) (#T1062) 14 (#S1522) (#T1522) Gray -- size 12 (#S1064) (#T1064) 14 (#S1523) (#T1523) Russet -- size 12 (#S1066) (#T1066) 14 (#S1524) (#T1524)~ tied so that the hook point rides up. This means the fl y looks "right" when fi shed dead drift or with a twitch. On tough, fl at water streams this is my caddis dry fl y imitation. The Dancing Caddis is earning a splendid reputation on lakes, too. Ever notice how stillwater caddisfl ies "run" across the surface after emerging. This fl y skates beautifully, leaving the same "V" wake on the water. Tip: grease the whole leader. We also have the original Swedish Dry Fly Hook for this pattern (p.16). (p. 154 of Trout Flies)

----------Deep Sparkle Pupa 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown/ size 12 (#S1068) (#T1068) Bright Green -- 14 (#S1069) (#T1069) 16 (#S1070) (#T1070) 18 (#S1071) (#T1071) Brown/Yellow -- size 12 (#S1073) (#T1073) 14 (#S1074) (#T1074) 16 (#S1075) (#T1075) 18 (#S1076) (#T1076) Dark Gray -- size 12 (#S1078) (#T1078) 14 (#S1079) (#T1079) 16 (#S1080) (#T1080) 18 (#S1081) (#T1081)

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Deep Sparkle Pupa 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Ginger -- size 12 (#S1083) (#T1083) 14 (#S1084) (#T1084) 16 (#S1085) (#T1085) 18 (#S1086) (#T1086)~ this is the fl y (along with the Emergent Sparkle Pupa) that started the Antron revolution -- and it's still the best caddis pupa imitation. Fish it dead drift (weight on the leader) two or three hours before the start of the actual emergence. Or, when trout start slashing the surface sporadically, swing it across a fl at. (p. 112 of Trout Flies)

----------Deer Hair Wooly 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Natural Gray -- size 10 (#S1089) (#T1089) 12 (#S1090) (#T1090) 14 (#S1091) (#T1091) 16 (#S1092) (#T1092)~ an all-around terrestrial searching dry fl y. Try it as a catapiller imitation in deep, slow runs during the heat of the day. (p. 161 of Trout Flies)

----------Diving Blue-Winged Olive Egg-Layer 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Olive -- size 16 (#S1093) (#T1093) 18 (#S1094) (#T1094)~ the Blue-Winged Olive (Baetis sp.) mayfl y lays its eggs under-water. This pattern was devised and tested to mimic that behavior -- this is a sinking fl y with a post of clear Antron and an olive body that matches the underwater female perfectly. The amazing thing about this activity is that not only the females but also the males go underwater during the egg-laying. Imagine that -- this is like a double spinner fall. With any other mayfl y only the females land on the surface, but here both females and males are available to the trout. What a bonanza! (see it tied in LaFontaine Originals, Vol. l, p.28)

----------Diving Caddis 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown/ size 12 (#S1096) (#T1096) Bright Green -- 14 (#S1097) (#T1097) 16 (#S1098) (#T1098) 18 (#S1099) (#T1099) Brown/Yellow -- size 12 (#S1102) (#T1102) 14 (#S1103) (#T1103) 16 (#S1104) (#T1104) 18 (#S1105) (#T1105) Dark Gray -- size 12 (#S1107) (#T1107) 14 (#S1108) (#T1108) 16 (#S1109) (#T1109) 18 (#S1110) (#T1110) Light Ginger -- size 12 (#S1112) (#T1112) 14 (#S1113) (#T1113) 16 (#S1114) (#T1114) 18 (#S1115) (#T1115)~ in a recent survey of commercial fl y sales only one winged wet fl y pattern (the forgotten fl y style) ranked in the top 20 -- it was this wonderful, imitative pattern. Gary considered this an indispensable pattern in his fl y box. Caddis can be the phantom insect anglers can't see but must trust in by the way the trout are feeding. Extra protec-tion for always having the right stage. (p. 32 of Trout Flies)

Double Wing 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Gray -- size 12 (#S1131) (#T1131) 14 (#S1132) (#T1132) 16 (#S1133) (#T1133) Lime -- size 12 (#S1137) (#T1137) 14 (#S1138) (#T1138) 16 (#S1139) (#T1139) Orange -- size 12 (#S1143) (#T1143) 14 (#S1144) (#T1144) 16 (#S1145) (#T1145) Pink Lady -- size 12 (#S1149) (#T1149) 14 (#S1150) (#T1150) 16 (#S1151) (#T1151) Royal -- size 12 (#S1155) (#T1155) 14 (#S1156) (#T1156) 16 (#S1157) (#T1157) Yellow -- size 12 (#S1167) (#T1167) 14 (#S1168) (#T1168) 16 (#S1169) (#T1169)~ the Theory of Attraction is one of the center points of The Dry Fly -- New Angles. Choose this pattern for the color of the light- There are six important color variations: Gray = overcast days; Lime = afternoon; Orange = dusk; Pink Lady = early morning; Royal = brightest sun with glare on water; Yellow = midday. (p. 168 of Trout Flies)

----------Drowned Trico 6-pack $12 3-pack $6Natural Black -- size 18 (#S1640) (#T1640) 20 (#S1641) (#T1641) 22 (#S1642) (#T1642)~ such a spectacular and obvious need for this imitation. The Drowned Trico, developed by Justin Baker, imitates all of those spinners that get sucked underwater. You'll catch fi sh after fi sh on this pattern. Just fi sh it dead drift through areas where trout are working the surface. (see it tied in LaFontaine Originals, Vol. lll, p.28)

----------Duck Butt Dun 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Slate/Olive -- size 16 (#S1216) (#T1216) (BWO) 18 (#S1217) (#T1217) Pale Gray/Yellowish-Olive (PMD) --

size 16 (#S1213) (#T1213) 18 (#S1214) (#T1214) ~ this is a Comparadun with a shuck of Cul de Canard fi bers. It is a variation designed for the fussiest fi sh. The Pale Gray/Yellowish Olive is for the western Pale Morning Dun; the Slate/Olive is for the Blue-Winged Olive (which hatches in trout streams across the country). (p. 173 of Trout Flies)

----------Emergent Sparkle Pupa 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown/ size 12 (#S1219) (#T1219) Bright Green -- 14 (#S1220) (#T1220) 16 (#S1221) (#T1221) 18 (#S1222) (#T1222)

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Emergent Sparkle Pupa 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown/Yellow -- size 12 (#S1225) (#T1225) 14 (#S1226) (#T1226) 16 (#S1227) (#T1227) 18 (#S1228) (#T1228) Dark Gray -- size 12 (#S1230) (#T1230) 14 (#S1231) (#T1231) 16 (#S1232) (#T1232) 18 (#S1233) (#T1233) Ginger -- size 12 (#S1235) (#T1235) 14 (#S1236) (#T1236) 16 (#S1237) (#T1237) 18 (#S1238) (#T1238)~ this was always Gary's #1 fi sh-catcher ever since it was invented. It tickled him the way it becomes the all-encompassing answer on certain rivers, such as the Gunpowder (MD) or the Sacramento (CA), and when he went there, anglers would show him their boxes stuffed with ESP's in a wide range of colors and sizes. (p. 116 of Trout Flies)

----------Enchanted Prince 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Peacock -- size 10 (#1680) (#T1680) 12 (#1681) (#T1681) 14 (#1682) (#T1682) 16 (#1683) (#T1683)~ this variation of the Prince Nymph was developed and tested by one of our research team, the great Utah tyer, Paul Stimpson. He demonstrates how to tie it on Volume II of the LaFontaine Originalsseries. He shows how the Double Magic technique adds an aura of orange Antron around the peacock body -- and makes the classic original into a new super nymph. (see it tied in LaFontaine Origi-nals, Vol ll, p.28)

----------EZ2C Caddis 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown/ size 12 (#S1577) (#T1577) Bright Green -- 14 (#S1578) (#T1578) 16 (#S1576) (#T1576) Brown/Yellow -- size 12 (#S1581) (#T1581) 14 (#S1565) (#T1565) 16 (#S1582) (#T1582) Ginger -- size 12 (#S1583) (#T1583) 14 (#S1584) (#T1584) 16 (#S1585) (#T1585) Gray -- size 12 (#S1586) (#T1586) 14 (#S1587) (#T1587) 16 (#S1588) (#T1588)~ ever notice how caddisfl ies love low light situations? We felt as if the most effective dry fl y was always going to be one that you could see. The top wing is yellow and it stands up slightly to present a visible silhouette. And by the way, this is a great fi sh catcher. If you tie your own, vary the wing color to fi nd out what works the best for your area. (see it tied in LaFontaine Originals, Vol. l, p.28)

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We are quite excited to offerthese highly visible EZ2C Caddis & Mayfl y patterns.

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EZ2C Mayfl y 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Blue Wing Olive -- size 16 (#S1698) (#T1698) (slate/dk olive) 18 (#S1699) (#T1699) Callibaetis -- size 12 (#S1815) (#T1815) (lt gray/lt olive) 14 (#S1816) (#T1816) 16 (#S1817) (#T1817) Gray Drake -- size 10 (#S1818) (#T1818) (gray) 12 (#S1819) (#T1819) Light Cahill -- size 12 (#S1820) (#T1820) (cream) 14 (#S1821) (#T1821) Pale Morning Dun -- size 16 (#S1822) (#T1822) (pale olive) 18 (#S1823) (#T1823)~ the wings cant out at a 45-degree angle over the hook eye so they enter the vision window of the fi sh fi rst, the way a triggering charac-teristic should. Those wings also keep you keyed in on the action with there visibility. (see it tied in LaFontaine Originals, Vol. lV, p.28)

----------Floating Damsel Nymph 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Olive -- size 10 (#S1259) (#T1259)~ every tug of the lines results in a snaky up-and-down swimming motion. An excellent way to lake fi sh using a fast sinking line and very short leader. Also great in slow water on big rivers in the weedy shallows. (p. 66 of Trout Flies)

----------Foam Ant 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Black -- size 16 (#S1274) (#T1274) 18 (#S1275) (#T1275) Red -- size 18 (#S1280) (#T1280) 20 (#S1554) (#T1554)~ this was Gary's favorite imitation for high-mountain lakes. The translucent foam lets light radiate around the body segments, perfectly matching the natural insect. A great pattern for fl at water in streams, also. Eric Peper turned us on to this -- the #20 Red Foam Ant is a killer on the San Juan in NM. (p. 197 of Trout Flies)

----------Foam Beetle 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Green -- size 14 (#S1281) (#T1281) 16 (#S1282) (#T1282) Black-- size 14 (#S1824) (#T1824) 16 (#S1825) (#T1825)~ this is mainly a lake pattern (where it seems to work spectacularly). Especially on high-mountain lakes terrestrials make up 70% or more of the summer diet of trout and the fi sh are always hunting for beetles. Foam is green or black on the bottom -- white on top for high visibil-ity. (p. 200 of Trout Flies)

----------Free-Living Caddis Larva 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Bright Green -- size 14 (#S1285) (#T1285) 16 (#S1286) (#T1286) Olive Brown -- size 14 (#S1289) (#T1289) 16 (#S1290) (#T1290)~ imitates all of the caddisfl y larvae that don't build cases prior to pupation. These larvae include the free-ranging hunters (Green Sedge - use Bright Green) and the super abundant net-makers (Spotted Sedge - use Olive Brown). Gary used this pattern with the White Marker (p.17) trick all the time -- as a searching combination this is a good one.(p. 71 of Trout Flies)

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Improved Buzz Ball 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Orange/Grizzly -- size 14 (#S1570) (#T1570)~ one fall day on a mountain lake Gary watched trout continually bust clumped balls of mating midges, all the time ignoring single insects on the water. The Improved Buzz Ball brought those cutthroat charg-ing from many yards away. (p. 144 of Trout Flies -- this Improved Version has a "half wing" of clear Antron for better visibility)

Veteran Missouri River guide, Trapper Badovinac (Fly Fishing Mon-tana Solitude and Fly Fishing Montana's Missouri River), loves this fl y.

---------Lady Heather 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Gray/Cream -- size 14 (#S1334) (#T1334) 16 (#S1335) (#T1335)~ a Trude-type dry fl y great for overcast days. This pattern was tested and developed by on-stream days of fl ogging. Gary spent so many days in the rain that he ended up with a nearly terminal case of mildew. Effective fl y and the one that drove Gary to scuba diving. (p. 216 of Trout Flies)

----------Missouri River Sow Bug 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Gray -- size 14 (#S1623) (#T1623) 16 (#S1624) (#T1624)~ the totally unique imitation of one of the most important crusta-ceans in spring creeks and tailwaters. This fl y, developed by one of Gary's team, Tony Perpignano, is dubbed with gray muskrat, and weighted carefully along one side of the hook shank so that it wobbles as it drifts in the current. So tantalizing! (see it tied in LaFontaine Originals, Vol. lV, p.28)

----------Mohawk 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Gray -- size 14 (#S1366) (#T1366) 16 (#S1367) (#T1367) Green -- size 14 (#S1370) (#T1370) 16 (#S1371) (#T1371) Orange -- size 14 (#S1374) (#T1374) 16 (#S1375) (#T1375)~ colored deer hair covers the rear 2/3rds of the hook shank; the front 1/3rd is always white. It's that white section that makes this pattern such a visible fl y. The Mohawk often outperforms the trailing nymph or emerger. (p. 225 of Trout Flies)

---------Natural Drift Stonefl y Nymph 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Black -- size 6 (#S1380) (#T1380) 8 (#S1381) (#T1381) 10 (#S1377) (#T1377) Golden -- size 6 (#S1388) (#T1388) 8 (#S1389) (#T1389) 10 (#S1386) (#T1386)~ still the fi nest stonefl y nymph there is for matching the emerging insects crawling into the shallows. Fish it right next to the banks. The buoyancy of the deer hair thorax and the lead-weighted abdo-men keep this fl y drifting in a vertical position. (p. 91 of Trout Flies)-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Gold Bead Deep Sparkle Pupa 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown/ size 12 (#S1189) (#T1189) Bright Green -- 14 (#S1190) (#T1190) 16 (#S1191) (#T1191) Brown/Yellow -- size 12 (#S1194) (#T1194) 14 (#S1195) (#T1195) 16 (#S1196) (#T1196) Dark Gray -- size 12 (#S1198) (#T1198) 14 (#S1199) (#T1199) 16 (#S1200) (#T1200) Ginger -- size 12 (#S1202) (#T1202) 14 (#S1203) (#T1203) 16 (#S1204) (#T1204)~ the weight of the bead adds another dimension to this fl y. The bead sinks the fl y, of course, but it also gives it a "jigging" motion as it bounces along the bottom. Carry both variations, regular and bead head, in your box for versatility in presentation. (see it tied in LaFontaine Originals, Vol. Vl, p.28)

----------Gray Coughlin 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Gray -- size 12 (#S1297) (#T1297) 14 (#S1298) (#T1298) 16 (#S1299) (#T1299)~ it's afternoon and the light is starting to get soft. This is the time to start drifting a Gray Coughlin on the riffl es and runs. A fi ne, consis-tent searching dry fl y so drab it's hard to say what it imitates. Use it like an Adams. The quill fi bers separate after a few casts. That's okay. (p. 211 of Trout Flies)

------------Halo Mayfl y Emerger 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown -- size 14 (#S1305) (#T1305) 16 (#S1306) (#T1306) 18 (#S1307) (#T1307) Cream -- size 14 (#S1309) (#T1309) 16 (#S1310) (#T1310) 18 (#S1311) (#T1311) Olive -- size 14 (#S1313) (#T1313) 16 (#S1314) (#T1314) 18 (#S1315) (#T1315)~ this is a revolutionary pattern, a mayfl y emerger that recognizes the "halo" that forms over the thorax as the back of the hatching nymph splits and fl ares out. Trout key on this bright aura. The best way to fi sh the Halo Mayfl y Emerger is to double rig under a Mohawk as a an indicator pattern. (p. 122 of Trout Flies)

------------Halo Midge Emerger 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Black -- size 16 (#S1316) (#T1316) 18 (#S1317) (#T1317) 20 (#S1318) (#T1318) Olive -- size 18 (#S1541) (#T1541) 20 (#S1542) (#T1542) Red -- size 18 (#S1539) (#T1539) 20 (#S1540) (#T1540)~ this is an indispensable imitation for lakes, tailwaters, spring creeks, and for winter fi shing on rivers. With the back humped up against the surface and the body hanging down, this unique shape is irresistible to trout. See the Halo Mayfl y Emerger for Mohawk fi sh-ing tip. (p. 128 of Trout Flies)

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You can be totally rational with a machine.But if you work with people, sometimes logic

has to take a back seat to understanding.—Akio Morita

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Rollover Scud 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Olive -- size 12 (#S1406) (#T1406) 14 (#S1407) (#T1407) 16 (#S1408) (#T1408) 18 (#S1544) (#T1544) Orange -- size 12 (#S1409) (#T1409) 14 (#S1410) (#T1410) 16 (#S1411) (#T1411) 18 (#S1545) (#T1545) Pink -- size 12 (#S1535) (#T1535) 14 (#S1536) (#T1536) 16 (#S1537) (#T1537) 18 (#S1546) (#T1546)~ we have been getting so many requests for this scud imitation for rivers -- and this is a surprise because this is a fi ne stillwater pattern. Apparently, the off-centered weighting on this fl y makes it dance tantalizingly on the dead drift in moving water. A hot pattern for the Big Horn (pink), Green River (olive), and White River (orange). And a #12 Olive racked up an incredible day on the Box Canyon on the Henry's Fork. (p. 94 of Trout Flies)

---------Shroud 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Gray & Red -- size 12 (#S1413) (#T1413) 14 (#S1414) (#T1414) 16 (#S1534) (#T1534)~ think "dry fl y Woolly Worm." This is the pattern that proved how incredible marabou is as a tailing material for a dry fl y (no, the marabou doesn't sink it). The red marabou tail slithers with every twitch. It's guaranteed to be the most effective fl y available when Callibaetis mayfl ies are on the water.(p. 231 of Trout Flies)Sparkling Hare's Ear 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Natural Hare's Ear -- size 12 (#S1636) (#T1636) 14 (#S1620) (#T1620) 16 (#S1622) (#T1622)~ the question is simple -- if you mix Antron with any dubbing, do you make a better fl y? The Sparkling Hare's Ear has a body of 50% Antron and 50% hare's ear. In our underwater testing this pattern pulls trout farther than the standard Hare's Ear pattern. Unlike the unnatural brightness of metallic tinsel, the natural brightness of Antron never seems to frighten or repel fi sh. There is magic in this material -- and the Sparkling Hare's Ear is a magical fl y.(p. 51 of Trout Flies)

----------Spruce Moth 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Cream -- size 12 (#S1422) (#T1422)~ the Spruce Moth, always abundant around pine-forested trout streams, is a strange terrestrial. It lands on the water, but once its wings get wet it can't fl y away. Trout gorge on them. Indispensable on the Gallatin River and Rock Creek in MT. (p. 240 of Trout Flies)

----------Twist NymphOstrich (with bead head) -- 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Gray -- size 12 (#S1601) (#T1601) 14 (#S1602) (#T1602) 16 (#S1603) (#T1603)

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<< Twist Nymph continued >>

Ostrich (with bead head) -- 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown -- size 12 (#S1605) (#T1605) 14 (#S1606) (#T1606) 16 (#S1607) (#T1607) Olive -- size 12 (#S1609) (#T1609) 14 (#S1610) (#T1610) 16 (#S1611) (#T1611)Peacock (with bead head) -- 6-pack $12 3-pack $6

size 10 (#S1454) (#T1454) 12 (#S1455) (#T1455) 14 (#S1456) (#T1456) 16 (#S1457) (#T1457) 18 (#S1533) (#T1533)Pheasant Tail (no bead) -- 6-pack $12 3-pack $6

size 14 (#S1547) (#T1547) 16 (#S1459) (#T1459) 18 (#S1460) (#T1460) 20 (#S1548) (#T1548) 22 (#S1461) (#T1461)~ the Twist Nymph series features the blend of materials such as peacock, ostrich, or pheasant tail with Antron. Antron fi bers around the body mimics the translucency and brightness of the edges of a mayfl y nymph. Black and brown are moving water colors and the olive imitates the damsel fl y nymph for stillwaters.

•• hold these amazing patterns up to the light ••(the Twist Nymph patterns are listed on p. 104 of Trout Flies as

variations in testing -- indeed, they tested well.)-------

Variegated Midge Larva 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Olive/Red/Clear size 18 (#S1569) (#T1569) Antron 20 (#S1566) (#T1566) 22 (#S1595) (#T1595) 24 (#S1598) (#T1598)~ our Book Mailer customers are the fi nest fl y fi shermen in the world. The Variegated Midge Larva is a great stillwater fl y, especially a high mountain lake fl y, but readers started using it on tailwaters and spring creeks with tremendous results, out-fi shing all other midge larvae imitations. It's the fl ash of the clear Antron -- pure magic! Hot fl y on the Green, UT. (p. 133 of Fly Fishingthe Mountain Lakes)

----------Were Wulff Were Wulff Were Wulff 6-pack $12 3-pack $6 Brown & White -- size 10 (#S1463) (#T1463) 12 (#S1464) (#T1464) 14 (#S1465) (#T1465) 16 (#S1466) (#T1466)~ a color variation of the Wulff design. It has a hare's ear body, a mixed brown/grizzly hackle, and white calf tail wings. It was cre-ated specifi cally to match the western Brown Drake (none of the other Wulff patterns do), but it proved to be such a good, all-around fl y on the Big Hole and other rivers that it became very popular for everyday drift boat fi shing. (p. 244 of Trout Flies)

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Offering these fl ies to you is a grand adventure.Thank you for being a part of it.

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~ FANCIFUL FLIES ~ These are the more complicated, larger patterns. We put four fl ies in a package instead of 1/2 dozen. The price is still $12.00 per pack-age (and the price is a bargain for such fancy fl ies).

Drunken Sailor 4-pack $12Green size 4 (#F1830)

6 (#F1831) 8 (#F1832)

White size 4 (#F1833) 6 (#F1834) 8 (#F1835)

Black size 4 (#F1836) 6 (#F1837) 8 (#F1838)

~ this streamer pattern is designed to be fi shed using a strip-strip-pause pattern. During the pause phase, it will turn over on its side (looking dis-combobulated, or "drunk"). Great for tailwater fi shing!

– • – • – • – the amazing Flex Patterns 4-pack $12 Flex-Hopper -- size 10 (#F1256) ~ a match for big insects when trout are on the hunt. The "fl ex" imitates the insect in a manner unlike any other hopper patterns. Trout look over imitations and refuse every one except a Flex pat-tern. Why? They are waiting for a sign of life, a bending of the body. If you are tying this pattern, be creative, vary heads until you fi nd a perfect combination for your home water. (pages 181 through 193 of Trout Flies)

• TIE IT •Flex Hooks and Flex Tying Packages Available

small & medium hook sizes(see p.16)

– • – • – • – Creature 4-pack $12 Gray -- size 6 (#F1055) 8 (#F1056) 10 (#F1507)-- the ultimate swimming "mouse-shrew-baby muskrat" doll. It is a furry little clump that undulates in the water on the retrieve. ~~ Not only for trout; great for bass and pike. Keep this in your box for the predators. (p. 11 of Trout Flies)

Tear Drop Nymph 4-pack $12 Brown/ size 10 (#F1436) Fluorescent Pink -- 12 (#F1437) 14 (#F1438) 16 (#F1439) Green/ size 10 (#F1448) Fluorescent Green -- 12 (#F1449) 14 (#F1450) 16 (#F1451) Cream/ size 10 (#F1442) Fluorescent Yellow -- 12 (#F1443) 14 (#F1444) 16 (#F1445) Tan/ size 10 (#F1612) Fluorescent Orange -- 12 (#F1613) 14 (#F1614) 16 (#F1615) Dark Gray/ size 10 (#F1591) Fluorescent White -- 12 (#F1592) 14 (#F1593) 16 (#F1594)~ the greatest nymph ever for searching a riffl e. Here's the fl y that makes trout eat it out of pure curiosity - it triggers an instinctive "grab it" refl ex. The Tear Drop is the fi rst subsurface fl y to effectively use the appeal of phosphorescence. (p. 98 of Trout Flies)HINT: When I tie these Tear Drop Nymphs, I dab a little dubbing on the "tear drop" part of the hook after I apply the Aqua Head Flex Cement. It just gives me a little bit denser body and helps hold my fi gure 8 pattern.

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Klod Hopper 4-pack $12size 8 (#F1810)

10 (#F1811) 12 (#F1812)~ the "Superfl y" of 2003. This pattern, developed by Paul Stimpson, uses tan and dark-brown coloring and large, red and black striped legs to imitate a mature grasshopper. He designed it with a smaller body hackle and rubber "X" legs so it would fl oat "in" the surface fi lm and ride just like a natural to fool those "intelligent" fi sh. I have seen this hopper pattern work time and time again when nothing seems to be pulling the trout in. I also learned how to tie it. I think I'll continue to pilfer the supply closet, so to speak.

*LaFontaine Private Label Fly Box* It pained us when we were forced to discontinue our Bristle-Tac Fly Box. Bristle-Tac is a product made by 3M who is also the parent company of Scientifi c Anglers- We thought this choice was a no-brainer, since we liked how the Bristle Tac performed, and was produced by a company with connections in the fl y-fi shing industry, meant great availability. Not so. But we have found a box with material similar to Bristle-Tac and we can get it with the LaFontaine logo. It is now "Hook-Lock", not Bristle Tac. We are carrying one size — 5-1/2"x3-3/4"x1-1/4" which is approximately the same size as our most popular medium-sized box. It has Hook-Lock on the top and bottom, and pretty much looks just like our original box except these are forest green and have a Gary LaFontaine Private Label Flies logo imprinted in gold. We like the Hook-Lock because it is easy to insert and remove fl ies. It will work on fl ies from size 6 to 18. The Hook-Lock system allows for great air fl ow so hooks that have seen some action dry quickly. The lightweight, durable SAN plastic boxes feature tight fi tting lids, full length piano hinges with brass pines, non-glare, non-slip grained fi nish; lanyard eyelet, and easy-open recessed latches. (#3063) Price -- $18.00

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the Book Mailer has done it!~~Sparkle Yarn (yes, the offi cial colors)~~

What is the most frustrating problem with Antron yarn? Find-ing it. It is a miracle material -- just look in any fl y tying catalog and you'll see how it has been embraced since it was fi rst used on the Sparkle Pupa in 1972. But there are many different types of Antron, and only one type yarn was chosen by Gary for fl y tying.

To ensure the availability of the right type of Antron yarn for our own fl ies, your own personal tying, we contracted for produc-tion runs of custom colors of this perfect yarn.

1 color per bag (enough for hundreds of fl ies) Price -- 90 cents

(#Y217) - Golden Russet (#Y208) - Brown(#Y207) - Dark Gray (#Y215) - Ginger(#Y212) - Light Gray (#Y216) - Peach(#Y209) - Yellow (#Y214) - Olive(#Y210) - Pink (#Y206) - Dark Green(#Y211) - White (#Y297) - Apple Green

All 12 colors (#Y218) Special Price -- $10.00-----------------------------------------------------------

And, since we have the yarn (custom colors with35% clear Antron fi bers), we decided to offer it’s companion~

(painstakingly packaged by elves)~~Touch Dubbing~~

This is the fastest way to dub; no other method will form bodies as sparse and fuzzy. It is used for the bodies on Sparkle Pupa pat-terns and is absolutely essential for of the touch dubbing technique.

view and learn more about the touch dubbing techniqueFishing and Tying Caddisfl ies video (p.28)

The segment on the Sparkle Pupa shows how to touch dub.

The yarn or fur has to be chopped into small bits by hand and then tossed into a blender. The tyer uses a tacky wax (for example, BT's Super Tacky, see right-hand column) to coat the tying thread, and then he holds a ball of the fi nely cut dubbing mix and touches that ball to the sticky thread. His fi ngers never touch the thread – just the dubbing ball. That's it!

1 color per bag (enough for hundreds of fl ies) Price -- $1.95

(#T234) - Golden Russet (#T225) - Brown(#T224) - Dark Gray (#T232) - Ginger(#T229) - Light Gray (#T233) - Peach(#T226) - Yellow (#T231) - Olive(#T227) - Pink (#T223) - Dark Green(#T228) - White (#T298) - Apple Green

All 12 colors (#Y235) Special Price -- $22.00-----------------------------------------------------------

High Demand! ~~Umpqua Bright Green Yarn~~Umpqua Bright Green Yarn~~ ~~

Sometime in the past Umpqua Feather Merchants began tying the Sparkle Pupa patterns with a bright fl uorescent green yarn. Our private tyers continued to used the Dark Green (#Y206) per Gary's instructions. At one point, we had Umpqua use Gary's dark green and there were protests from fl y shop owners far and wide. So now you have a choice; use the color that best matches the caddis in your area. (#Y203) Price -- 90 cents per pack

~ Custom supplies for LaFontaine Patterns ~Getting into the business of supplying fl y tying materials has been great. Our readers kept asking about the special items used on Gary's fl ies.

To clear up any confusion, here is a listing of what we offer.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

—NEW YARN SELECTIONS—the Green Yarn collection

Umpqua Green, Dark Green, Olive Green and Apple Green all four colors, (#2014) Price -- $4.50

the Earth Yarn CollectionGolden Russet, Brown, Ginger and dark Grey

all four colors (#2015) Price -- $4.00

I don't know if rearranging the yarn like this will help you guys out or not, we just seem to use some colors a lot more than others.

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~~Clear Antron~~

What is Antron? Antron refl ects light. It is Nylon, but the fi laments of regular Nylon are round and the fi laments of Antron are 3 or 4 sided. Those fl at sides bounce back light rays and make Antron sparkle. The fi rst fl ies ever tied with Antron ware the Deep Sparkle Pupa, Emergent Sparkle Pupa, and Diving Caddis.

(used for wings on the Clear Wing Spinner, Diving Caddis,Flying Ant, and other patterns from Trout Flies)

1 bag (#Y243) Clear Antron Price -- $2.75-----------------------------------------------------------

~~BT's Fly Tying Wax~~

This is the fi nest fl y tying wax since the long-gone Overton's Wonder Wax. It staystays soft ~~ it staysstays on the thread ~~ it grabsgrabs the short-fi bered Touch Dubbing and makes a beautifully fuzzy and sparse body. Match the color of your thread to the color of the Touch Dubbing ~~ run BT's Wax up and down the thread once ~~ and touch dub to your heart's content.

(#W425) BT's "Regular" Tacky Wax Price -- $ 4.95(for size 12 and smaller –less "tacky" or stiff as the Super Tacky Wax)

(#W276) BT's "Super" Tacky Wax Price -- $4.95(for size 10 and larger)

-----------------------------------------------------------AND FOR THE VERY END OF YOUR TIPPET--

BT's Float-EZY Simply the best fl y fl otant available. Like other fl otants it fl oats the fl y very well but it has two additional unique properties. It does'nt melt on a hot day and is still quite usable on a cool fall morning. Below 38 degrees it gets fairly stiff. But then, so do we.

(#C3035) Price -- $3.95--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

WE GET E-MAILS: I have some tan sparkle yarn from an order years ago but I don’t see it in your listing anymore (try ginger). If it’s not available now, will it become available soon? This is the best all around color as far as I’m concerned and I have tried them all.

Also, many of the sparkle pupa’s I see in fl y shops are obviously tied with a coarser antron yarn in place of the type of yarn you sell. Do these fl ies catch fi sh as well as the one’s tied with your yarn? (another topic, another catalog!) I fi sh a lot with the deep sparkle pupa and soft hackle fl ies. It doesn’t seem to matter where I fi sh, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Utah, Colorado, the same fl ies seem to be good fi sh getters.

—Brian Washburn (MD)

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√ Chemically deburred needle point assuring correct shape and ultra-fi ne sharpness.

√ Hardened and tempered to an exacting formula.√ Advanced "low profi le" barb design.√ Multiple fi nishes evenly and smoothly applied.√ Precision tooled "true" to the design at the eye, bend, gape and barb.

DRY FLY HOOKS1100 series – sizes 16, 18, 20, 22Model perfect bend, oversized down-eye, 1X-fi ne wire, mini barb. Bronze fi nish. Uses: Standard Dry Flies.1180 series – sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18Round bend, down-eye, standard wire, standard strength, mini-barb. Bronze fi nish. Uses: Traditional Dry Flies.1190 series – sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24Round bend, down-eye, standard wire, standard strength, barbless. Bronze fi nish. Uses: Traditional Dry Flies.1280 series – sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16Round bend, down-eye, 1X-fi ne wire. 2X-long shank, mini-barb. Bronze fi nish. Uses: Stonefl ies, Hoppers, Damselfl ies, Long Bodied

NYMPH HOOKS1560 series – sizes 10, 12, 14, 16, 18Sproat bend, down-eye, 1X-heavy wire, 1X-long shank. Bronze fi n-ish. Uses: Wet Flies, Traditional Nymphs.1710 series- sizes 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18Round bend, down-eye, 1X-heavy wire, 2X-long shank, forged. Bronze fi nish. Uses: Wet Flies, Standard Nymphs, Muddlers, Hoppers.

Daiichi Hooks (#Hseries/size) 25 per pack Price -- $4.75(Please order by item #: example #H1100/18)

Daiichi HOOK SAMPLER This is a six compartment hook box with fl ip lids containing 10 each of Daiichi's most popular hook styles:

• 1180-size 14 Dry Fly • 1100-size 18 Midge• 1710-size 14 2X-long Nymph • 2220-size 8 4X-long Streamer

• 1720-size 10 3X-long Bugger • 1560-size 12 Wet Fly(#H-sampler) Price -- $7.95

A total of 60 hooks for 6 different types of fl y patterns. A great value(retail is over $28.00). This is a perfect set-up for someone new to tying

or someone wanting to try the great Daiichi hooks.

Daiichi MULTI-PACKSStandard Dry Fly mini-barb, sizes 12-18 (#H1180/M)

Traditional Nymph, sizes 10-16 (#H1560/M)Standard Nymph 2X Long, sizes 4-14 (#H1710/M)

Price -- $8.95 each

~~Pre-Formed Tear Drop Nymph Hooks~~ This is a pre-formed hook, the body molded of heavy pewter in a hydrodynamic tear drop shape — the result is a fast-sinking hook for the great new attractor nymph! Made exclusively for the Book Mailer.

Ten hooks with sample fl y — Price -- $9.0010 (#H256) 12 (#H257) 14 (#H258) 16 (#H259)

without sample fl y — Price -- $7.5010 (#H261) 12 (#H262) 14 (#H263) 16 (#H264)

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~~Swedish Dry Fly Hooks~~for the Dancing Caddis patterns

From Partridge of Redditich, these are the hooks used to tie all the Dancing Caddis patterns (as seen in Caddisfl ies). They are modifi ed sproat, down eye, wide gape, 2X long, 4X fi ne, forged bronze.

10 (#H3036) 12 (#H3037) 14 (#H3038) 16 (#H3039) 18 (#H3040) 25 hooks per pack Price -- $12.50 per pack

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~~Flex Hooks~~The hook that makes large fl ies "come alive"

-- the hook for tying the best imitations for any insect #10 or larger! Flies tied with these hooks fl ex on the water—that movement triggers the strike (the Theory of Imitation: The Dry Fly: New Angles).

Small -- with sample fl y (#H278) Price -- $9.00 / 10 pack & fl y~ Package of 10 true-size hooks ~ 10 small fl ex extensions ~

~ a fi nished Flex Fly ~ tying instruction sheet ~

Medium -- with sample fl y (#H279) Price -- $9.00 / 10 pack & fl y~ Package of 10 true-size hooks ~ 10 medium fl ex extensions ~

~ a fi nished Flex Fly ~ tying instruction sheet ~.

Small -- without sample fl y (#H280) Price -- $7.50 / 10 pack

Medium -- without sample fl y (#H281) Price -- $7.50 / 10 pack

-----------------------------------------------------------~~ 2 SIZES of Closed-Cell Foam~~

(for the Air Head, Mess, or Halo Emerger)

1/16th (#F220)1/32nd - thinner, for smaller-sized fl ies (#F285)

5 sheets of white foam Price -- $1.50 per size-----------------------------------------------------------

COLOR THE FOAM—THEN COAT IT WITH . . .~~AquaFlex Head Cement~~

Sensational! for the Mess, Foam Beetle, and EZ2C Mayfl y and more

Regular head cement does not work on these patterns. It makes the foam too stiff and brittle. You need a fl exible head cement.-- So to satisfy your inquiries we are now stocking the very best product for coating the white foam. Color the packing foam with a permanent marker and then coat the foam with this great Aqua Flexhead cement. The color will stay on permanently. It will not wash off.(#C3070) AquaFlex Head Cement (1 oz. bottle) Price -- $5.95

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An item everyone asks for after watching Gary's tying videos

Fine-Toothed Metal Comb For forming a fully-spread, loose overbody for the Deep Sparkle Pupa and the Emergent Sparkle Pupa is combing out the plies of yarn before tying them down. Also used for combing out deer/elk hair(#C265) Fine-Toothed Metal Comb Price -- $12.00

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Also available... Heavier Metal Comb We feature a heavier metal-tooth comb for clearing the under-fuzz on deer hair, cleaning loose hairs from fur pieces, and comb-ing out more than one ply of yarn. "I keep one in my fl y vest. It's handy for combing out fl oatant build-up from the strike indicator fl y." --Bradley Bischoff (CO)(#C219) Heavier Metal Comb Price -- $8.00

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Hackle Nabbers™

No more holding the squeeze, let the slide lock do that job, you just guide the Nabber to perfectly tied hackle. (X301) Hackle Nabbers Price -- $18.95

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Bead Nabbers™

These tweezers have a small indent in the end to quickly and easily grasp the bead, and the slide-lock engages the bead so it slides onto the hook the fi rst time and every time.(X300) Bead Nabbers–medium Price -- $13.95new! (X323) Bead Nabbers–small Price -- $13.95

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~True Spin Loop Tool

The one tool people always ask about is the "loop tool" they see Paul Stimpson using in the LaFontaine Originals series (p.28). It seems simple enough -- it's short (so it doesn't drag on the table), heavy (so it twirls fast), and perfectly balanced (so it spins true).

~ Ideal for the Double Magic technique for the Ideal for the Double Magic technique for the Ideal Twist Nymph.~

(#X286) True-Spin Loop Tool Price -- $12.95

The MagicMagic of the- White Marker Caddisfl ies devoted a group of anglers into using a marker to color the last few inches of their tippets "white" for nymph fi shing. In the book this is called the Magic ActMagic Act because the fi shing can Magic Act because the fi shing can Magic Actsubsequently seem quite miraculous. An ordinary marker won't work for this trick. It has to be an opaque, metal marker. Many readers have had trouble fi nding them, so — here they are!

(#M221) White Marker Price -- $5.00 each~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

~~Beads in Bulk~~Beads in Bulk~~ ~~~~ the Highest Quality Tapered Beads Available ~~

Large 4mm (#2-6) Medium 3mm (#8-12) Small 2mm (#14-18)Brass (#M3001) Brass (#M3002) Brass (#M3003)Copper (#M3011) Copper (#M3012) Copper (#M3013)Silver (#M3021) Silver (#M3022) Silver (#M3023)Black (#M3031) Black (#M3032) Black (#M3033)

100 Beads per Package Price -- $7.75~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

————————————MONTANA SNOW-PRECIPIATION UPDATE———————————— The good news is the snow gods have smiled down on Montana

this January. But will our prayer dances on the ski slopes please them enough to keep showering the state with their blessings?We can only keep at it and wait and see. There was good accumulation of snowpack reported in most Montana basins this January. With the majority of river basins showing an Average 91-110% Snow Water Equivalent increasethis month. The Bitterroot & Madison rivers are above averageat 111 & 116% respectively. The Clark Fork is the only one below average at 88%. The above-average snow pack means we are making up ground towards our Seasonal Precipitation (rain & snow water equiva-lent) as a percent of normal for the 2008 Water Year that began on 10/1/07. But will the drought be left in the dust? So far most of Montana is split down the middle with eleven river basins at 91-110% seasonal precip. with low score going to the Upper Clark Fork, and nine at 111-117% high score going to the Madison River Basin. The next few months will tell the tale.

————————————BIG SKY JOURNAL, FLY-FISHING 2008

This winter we are again offering the fl y-fi shing issue of the Big Sky Journal. The classy magazine with all the ads and some re-

ally great writing. This years offerings include an article on“Poppy Cummins and the Red Shed Fly Shop”, “Into the Night” by Seth Norman, “My First Boat” by Dave Ames, “Fishing the

Big Hole River” by John Holbrook, and that is just a few.Don’t miss out!

(#B3977) Price -- $6.00

TIGHT LINES 2008the Rocky Mountain Fly Fishing Forecast

120 pages of river information for the Northwest, delivered with a lot of sass and great photography. Not to mention the Book

Mailer's classy ad on page 33. 2008 looks to be a great fl y-fi shing year for the Rockies, start planning your fl y-fi shing trip now!

(#TL08) Price -- 8.95

————————————2008 FLY FISHING FILM TOUR

The Angling Exploration Group kicked off their 2008 Fly Fishing Film Tour at the Patagonia headquarters on January 30th. With an expanded schedule of stops in major U.S. cities and Canada, this year’s tour will screen at over 95 venues to over thousands and thousands of fl y fi shers. The tour was founded in 2006, and in 2009 is expected to expand to Europe and Japan. What’s different about this fi lm tour is its tag of “no stereotypical instructional programs, period.” All of which means their fi lms—which try to focus on the adventure, excitement, humor and lifestyle of the sport—are actually enter-taining, and aren’t solely educational. To check out their fl y fi sh-ing fl ick near you visit www.fl yfi shingfi lmtour.com/Schedule.asp.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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Man vs. FishThe Fly Fisherman's Eternal Struggle

by Taylor Streit Man vs. Fish is short stories of fi shing from New Mexico to Argentina. Streit and his side-kick "superfl y" get "hooked" into the tail of great marlin and in a more real life scenario—by walking barefoot in the living room carpet—wonder who left the hook lay-ing around? The fl y-tyer Taylor? This is the kind of reading that will inspire you to thrash your way to a wild place, don waders, and become part of the action. Taylor guides out of Taos and Chama, New Mexico and takes anglers to Argentina each winter.

"All the tales are good fun and great writing. There's some wonderful satire to boot . . . These stories catch fi sh. And all of them are hefty lunkers."

—John Nichols, from the foreword

(B4571) hardcover Price -- $29.95Sorry, 10% discount doesn't qualify for this title

OOOOOOFish With What You Find

by Jim Gilsdorf This is a little gem you won't fi nd just anywhere~ Jim Gilsdorf has been writing a column in his fl y-fi shing club’s newsletter for several years. Each chapter is a story along with a pattern and recipe. The chapters are short, good down home fi shing. Here are some of the chapter titles: Roadkill and the Fly Tyer, The Religion of Release, Not So Rolling Stones, Ale and Vin, Madtoms and Englishmen, Laying Down with Sally. Gotta admit, kinda fun. One thing of special note—some chapters are about fi shing in winter. This is a season that doesn't get attention—makes the book more unique and great for "how-to".

(#B4605) softcover; 243 pages Price -- $14.95

OOOOOOFAVORITE AUTHOR ~ VERY POPULAR

Trout Rigs and MethodsAll You Need to Know to Construct Rigs That Work for All Types of Trout Flies and the Most Effective Fishing

Methods for Catching More and Larger Troutby Dave Hughes

Hughes's clear and simple instruction describes 18 trout rigs and 81 methods to fi sh them. For moving water: rigs and methods for dry fl ies and emergers, nymphs, wet fl ies, streamers, dry fl ies, and droppers. For stillwater: dry fl ies and sunk fl ies. Fly fi shers learn the specifi cs of the rig—types of fl y line, lengths and tapers of leader and tippet, the fl ies, and split shot, putty weight, strike indicators, droppers, point fl ies, and indica-tors—the full array of methods to present the rig to the trout. Instructive illustrations throughout. The more rigs you learn to construct and the more methods you learn to apply, the more situa-tions you'll solve, and the more trout you'll catch.

—Highly Recommended—(#B4551) softcover; 384 pages Price -- $19.95

Nymph-Fishing: Rivers & StreamsA Biologist's View of Taking Trout Below the Surface

by Rick Hafelé An excellent "how-to" in full-color with an accompanying DVD. During the considerable periods of time trout spend feeding exclusively on underwater food forms, nymph fi shing can be the most productive–and sometimes the only way to catch fi sh. But understanding what occurs below the water's surface can be a challenge for even the most experienced angler. In Nymph-Fish-ing Rivers and Streams, aquatic entomologist and long-time fl y fi sherman, Rick Hafelé shares the information necessary to suc-cessfully decipher the mysteries of trout life.

(#B4520) hardcover, 192 pages Price -- $49.95

OOOOOOEXCEPTIONAL~

Lee Wulff Master Collection Fourteen of Lee's best fi lms brought together for the fi rst time on this 2 DVD set. Vintage fi lms from the hey-day of angling from America's pioneer fl y fi sherman. Freshwater, saltwater, trout, salmon and big game species—it's all here! Makes a perfect gift, and a great addition to any sportsman's library.

(#D3697) 2-DVD Set; 5 hours Price -- $39.95

OOOOOOSmallmouth Bass Fly Fishing

A Practical Guideby Terry and Roxanne Wilson

The culmination of the couple's nearly 50 years of pursuing smallmouth basswith fl y rods—learning the habits, preferences, needs and lifestyle of the smallmouth. Presentation strategies on still and moving water, shallow, deep and mid-depth water tactics and more. The Wilson's have been at this for a long time, they are the "in the know" of smallmouth fl y fi shing.

photos; & illustrations; 6 x 9; 208 pagespage

(#B4610) Price --$19.95

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The Complete SteelheaderSuccessful Fly-Fishing Tactics

by John Larison This guide explains effective approaches and presentations for steelhead and gives suggestions for fl y patterns what will attract the most fi sh. It provides an in-depth look at steelhead behavior and carefully outlines techniques commonly used by fl y-fi shing guides. Larison presents a different way of approaching the river, a methodology that is more aptly suited to the habits and habitat of modern steelhead. This is a Stackpole publication and they only do the best! John was born and raised in the heart of Oregon’s steelhead country and was once a guide and instructor. Today he is a writer, photographer and steelhead fl y-fi sherman.

hardcover; 8-1/2 x 11 inches; full color; 292 pages

(#B4619) autographed copies while-supplies-last Price -- $49.95

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Some basic necessities . . .Each Book Mailer takes on its own rhythm and tone as we sort through what is newly available in print and DVD's. It morphs into itself and

well, I guess it becomes the Book Mailer. Each issue is different in the end. This winter I fi nd a real lack of print. Books are at a minimum. Some of the familiar publishers are focused on "pocket sized" or "series" books, not something our readers fi nd desirable overall. Some publishers are pro-ducing fewer fl y-fi shing titles. For the past ten years that I know of, most fl y-fi shing titles have been published by a handful of publishers, each offering multiple selections. Today I am seeing numerous publishers doing only one fl y-fi shing title. This makes our chase a little harder, but we are learning the curve and the offerings are unique and diverse. The other side of print is DVD’s. These are exploding. I know we up-load at least a dozen new DVD’s each month to the website. We have never seen quantities of book titles like this. There is very little that weighs in on the negative side of DVD's. They are light and inexpensive to ship. They are small, consistent in size and easy to inventory. We do have more defective DVD's than books. This is because DVD player technology is constantly changing and there are a couple of methods for replication of DVD's–some are done on the cheap side. Those that are trying to save money now will only get away with it for so long. Production quality of DVD content is greatly increasing. The fi lming is gradually get-ting up there to rival what we see in theatres. This extra effort in the fi lming process carries through to the reproduction side and so overall quality of DVD's are on the rise. We’ll do everything on our part to make sure your selection is usable to you. Bearing all this–it is a smooth cast onward and if you are looking for a certain topic there already is or soon will be a DVD to cover it. Our newsletter selections are based on your buying preferences, but the website (thebookmailer.com) offers so much more. If you don’t have internet access feel free to call, and we can search for something that meets your need. So, while book selection feels short to me this issue, DVD selection is amazing. But it is the shortness of print that makes showcasing John Gierach's Fool’s Paradise so special. This is his tradition and it verifi es that books will go on. It is John's way and we are glad of it. I don't expect DVD's to replace books. I suspect we are in the initial surge and a level will be reached in a couple of years. As I look towards our Spring newsletter, I don't see a lot of new books, although I expect DVD selections to remain strong. Since LaFontaine Legacy (p.21) will be released during the summer months when we don't mail, we're going to showcase his book. We think Gary deserves his own issue and we're going to have some fun with that. That's about it for trends in reading, watching and learning fl y fi shing. If you are doing any of it —feel lucky.

~Why Fly Fishing~ In 1968, a small and devoted group of people came together to make real the idea that the history and artifacts of fl y fi shing deserve a permanent home. From modest beginnings, and through the dedication and hard work of volunteers, friends and employees, the American Museum of Fly Fishing in Manchester, Vermont has grown to become an amazing place: a repository for the artifacts and anecdotes of a magical sport and pastime. In this marvelous production you will fi nd out why Joan Wulff, John Gierach, and Flip Pallot love to fl y fi sh. You’ll hear from Nick Lyons how fl y fi shing has infl uenced great writer’s and from James Prosek, how fl y fi shing and nature come together with palette and brush. Since the Museum is a 501-c-3 charitable organization, $25 of the purchase price of the DVD is tax-deductible donation. And that is why we are promoting it and doing the DVD distribution—for the sole purpose of assisting the Museum and growing interest and participation in fl y fi shing. We’re not making any money, so please make us feel good about ourselves! (PS- where else are you going to see John Gierach on fi lm?)(#3777) DVD; 31 min. Price-- $30.00

The Dan Vise The Dan Vise-- comes with the full recommendation of Paul Stimpson, one of the fi nest commercial fl y tyers. Paul has tied over 5000 dozen fl ies (Paul has been hounding us to update his numbers and we are so pleased to do so!) on his fi rst Danvise. (Oh come on! 5000 dozen fl ies, scouts honor.) Paul is also a vise junky. He has over a dozen, including some of the fi nest ever made. His go-to vise is still the Dan Vise. A true rotary, the jaws clamp shut and hold the hook perfectly tight. It's a lever action.

The best news -- the amazing Dan Vise is only $80.00

~We won't sell a hundred different kinds of vises —we'll only sell the best one ~Watch Paul use the Dan Vise in the

LaFontaine Originals series (p.28), and you'll see foryourself—a lever action; true rotary; table clamp

(#X299) Price -- $80.00Bonus! Instructional DVD included

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~NOW IN DVD!! Rotary Tying Techniques

BT's Al Beatty demonstrates "true" rotary tying techniques on ten hot patterns--Peacock Bugger, Elk Hair Caddis, Red Quill, Spruce Fly, Leech, Harvester, Stimulator, Lime Trude, BT's Golden Stone, and a BT's Crystal Muddler. If a simple, foolproof method of spinning deer hair or evenly hackled fl ies is your goal, this video is for you.

—BEST SELLER—(#D3108) DVD; 60-min. Price -- $19.95

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(#X3106) Price -- $40.00

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~A ROYAL SET-UP~

The Rotary Tying Station Comes complete with Danvise, (including Instructional DVD), Oak Pedestal and 7-piece Brass Tool Set:: whip fi nisher, half hitch threader, bodkin, scissors, hair stacker, bobbin, and rotating hackle pliers. A great set-up if you are just learning to tie fl ies, a super set-up for on the water and travel and not a bad upgrade if you have a motley collection of tying tools.(#B3105) shipping included! Price -- $160.00~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~DON’T MISS THE TOP SHELF~

Get organiazed and be more effi cient (p.20)—>

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~New in the DVD World~Pike on the Fly: In Pursuit of the Water Wolf

by Berry Reynolds In his long awaited follow-up to The Flyrodders Guide to Pike, Barry Reynolds ups the entertainment factor with some of the most exciting pike fl y-fi shing action ever caught on fi lm. Filming took place over the past three summers at some of the world’s most prolifi c pike waters in Alaska and Canada. During fi lming Barry took eight pike of over 50" including his new personal best of 54"! Also captured on fi lm was an epic day of top water action where over 60 pike were caught and released including a 51"! Watch as large pike in shallow water push bow wakes as they hunt down the fl y from long distances! Separate bonus section on fl ies, leaders, and other tackle.

(#B17631) DVD; 60 min. Price -- $29.95

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The Jefferson Journal: Summer 2006 Fly Tier Editionwith Bob Quigley, Paul Miller & Polly Rosborough

In this issue of The Jefferson Journal, three of Southern Ore-gon’s fl y tiers are celebrated. Bob Quigley ties his newest creation: The Mutant May Fly. Paul Miller plays a little more music and ties another of his steelhead fl ies. And, we take you back in time to watch Polly Rosborough tie his Casual Dress.(#B14715) DVD Price -- $19.95

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Fishing Bob Quigley's Signature Flies After years of study and innovation, Bob Quigley shares his proven patterns and techniques on the river. Now his enthusiastic delivery and years of fi shing knowledge are conveyed in this en-tertaining DVD. Watch some of the best super-hatch visual surface dry fl y fi shing and technique, constant actions, and shots of large trout sipping—spiced by 3 pattern tying sequences. Watch large trout rise to seductive fl ies & learn some of the secrets to spring creek fi shing(#B16879) DVD; 90 min. Price -- $29.95

GET OUT OF THE CARThis is supposedly a true account recorded

in the Police Log of Sarasota, Florida

An elderly Florida lady did her shopping and, upon return-ing to her car, found four males in the act of leaving with her vehicle. She dropped her shopping bags and drew her handgun, proceeding to scream at the top of her lungs, "I have a gun, and I know how to use it! Get out of the car!" The four men didn't wait for a second threat. They got out and ran like mad. The lady, somewhat shaken, then proceeded to load her shopping bags in the back of the car and got into the driver's seat. She was so shaken that she could not get her key into the ignition. She tried and tried, and then she realized why. It was for the same reason she had wondered why there was a football, a Frisbee and two 12-packs in the front seat. A few minutes later, she found her own car parked four or fi ve spaces farther down. She loaded her bags into the car and drove to the police station to report her mistake. The sergeant she told the story to couldn't stop laughing. He pointed to the other end of the counter, where four pale men were reporting a car jacking by a mad, elderly woman described as white, less than fi ve feet tall, glasses, curly white hair, and carrying a large handgun. No charges were fi led. Moral of the story?If you're going to have a senior moment . . . make it memorable.

-------------------- Don’t laugh, I had to retire my little get-about town car, Rhonda Honda this winter. I replaced it and my larger SUV is a Subaru Forester. It was no small feat with the research and the tussle with the car dealership –trying to keep the salesmen focused on what I wanted to spend my money on rather than what they thought I should spend my money on. Imagine, a car salesman who knows more about me than me . . . At any rate I fi nally found the right car salesman and away I went. I work a couple nights a week at a local art house, we have two movie screens and do live performances. This is non-profi t organization, managed by some very dedicated individuals and I’m very fond of my little part-time job. It’s usually late when I leave, and not long after the new car purchase I was heading home. I couldn’t quite fi gure out why my key wouldn’t open my car door. From behind me I heard someone say “Ah, ma’am, that isn’t your car.” Sure enough, mine was farther down. Now is this old age, not paying enough attention, or are there too many cars that look alike? I’m just glad the owner didn’t carry a gun and had enjoyed their performance. Otherwise, this story might have had a different ending also.

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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Top Shelf

Whether you are a messy tier, or just want to be more effi cient, you will appreciate this practical tool for the vise. The Top Shelf is an extra shelf that mounts right to your vise stem. It has a large magnetic surface for holding hooks, a foam strip for holding your personally tied fi sh morsels and/or tying samples, and handy hook and hackle gages. It will fi t all 3/8" vises, but we also had these specially made to fi t the Dan Vise as it has a slightly larger diam-eter. A quick, simple, inexpensive way to keep your tying life and materials organized.

(#T3400) Dan Vise (#T3401) all other vise modelsPrice -- $12.00 each

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The LaFontaine Book CollectionDon't miss what one man's writing can do for your fl y fi shing success

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Winner of the 1981 United Fly Tyers Book of the Year Award ~

Caddisfl ies The information in Caddisfl ies is as current and valuable now as it was in 1981. The entomological nomenclature of the Trichoptera has not changed -- the biology has not changed. The fl y patterns and the ideas in Caddisfl ies are now the standard for this insect order.(#B121) hardcover Price -- $40.00

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Winner of the 1990 United Fly Tyers Book of the Year Award Winner of the 1991 Arnold Gingrich Memorial Award ~

The Dry Fly – New Angles The premise of The Dry Fly is simple -- if you understand the Theory of Imitation and Attraction you'll know how to choose the best fl y anytime and anywhere. This work is the foundation of how to fl y fi sh. It's the fi rst serious book the beginning fl y fi sher-man should read -- and in many ways its the last serious book the advanced fl y fi sherman should read. The fact that it's a tremendous amount of fun is just a bonus -- it's a "can't put down" page-turner.(#B160) softcover Price -- $29.95

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In Production~ Available August 2008

LaFontaine Legacyby Al Beatty

All the patterns you haven't heard about yet—Starts where Trout Flies left off

Coming . . . the rest of the patterns. LaFontaine Legacy is a book Gary knew was there, it just had to typed. During his last years he entrusted Al Beatty and Paul Stimpson with this mission. They produced the LaFontaine Originals (p.28) and every time they got together, this book was part of the topic and the friend-ship. Slated for August 2008, LaFontaine Legacy answers the often asked question —what about the patterns Gary developed after Trout Flies Proven Patterns.(#B4580) Price -- $24.95

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Winner of the 1993 United Fly Tyers Book of the Year Award ~

Trout Flies – Proven Patterns A close look at twenty years of research and innovation that cre-ated 62 new fl ies. Tying instructions are accompanied by an entry from Gary’s fi shing log–describing valuable information on how and why each works and in what specifi c situations.

Currently in reprint ~ We are accepting backordersLyons Press has scheduled a release date in August 2008

(#B4475) softcover Price -- $22.95 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

(#CD107) Fly Fishing the Madison CD 90-min. Price -- $19.95(#CD105) Fly Fishing the Henry's Fork CD 90-min. Price -- $19.95

Some people's idea of heaven may be streets paved with gold, but for me,if those streets aren't lined with books, there is something missing. —Gary LaFontaine

Disc One:Introduction; The Classic AestheticNatural Components; Design ThemeFinding The Spine; Dry Fit Grip & Reel SeatGlue Grip & Reel Seat; Tape Reel Seat ArborsGuide Placement; Mounting The Tip TopGuide Foot Preparation; Preparing To Wrap The GuidesSecure Winding CheckStripping Guide Primary WrapStripping Guide Tipping Wrap

Disc Two:Snake Guide Primary Wraps;Snake Guide Tipping Wraps; Smallest Snake Wrap;Tip Top Wrap; Ferrule Wrap; Tender; Check Wrap;Signature Wrap; Apply Color PreserverPreparing To Epoxy WrapsFirst Coat Of Epoxy; Between Coat CorrectionsSecond Coat Of Epoxy; Polishing The Rod; Inking The Rod; Executing Feather Inlays

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •The Graphite Fly Rod: How to Build a Modern Classic

An established master with bamboo, Russ Gooding of Golden Witch Technologies, takes the classic bamboo rod building aesthetic and translates it to the modern graphite blank. This comprehensive guide to building a graphite fl y rod focuses on a 7'6" 4-weight, but the tools and techniques used can be applied to a wide range of rods. This production goes into great detail on each and every step, using close-up shots, multiple angles, and repetition where needed to ensure that even a total novice builder will be able to build a fl y rod that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. With that said, the program is also loaded with tips and tricks, that even an advanced rod builder is sure to learn something new. Few builders are as accomplished at executing the popular, decorative feather inlays as Russ and they have become one of his trademarks. We’re not talking about a piece of “never take out of the tube rod art” here, we’re talking about a fl y rod that is meant to be fi shed. Follow the steps outlined in this program and the end result will be a fl y rod that is beautiful, personal, and will rival the performance of any rod on the market today. Don't miss Golden Witch's other DVDs on bamboo (p.6).

(#B3619) 2 Disc DVD Set; 3 hours 30 min. Price -- $34.95

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Wilderness Adventures Guide Books— Each Wilderness Adventures Guide Book is written by a fl y fi sherman who knows his state. Add in maps, hatch charts, photos, and travel information and you are set to travel, fi sh and explore. Each book is a fl ex-bind softcover and a 6 x 9 format.Flyfi sher's Guide to Texasby Phil Shook (#B4057) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to New Yorkby Eric Newman (#B4067) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Virginia and West Virginia by David Hart (#B4068) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to the Florida Keys & the Evergladesby Captain Ben Taylor (#B4069) Price -- $26.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Washingtonby Greg Thomas (#B834) Price -- $26.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Oregonby John Huber (#B835) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to NorthernNew Englandby Rhey Plumley and Steve Hickoff (#B836) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Northern Californiaby Seth Norman (#B568) Price -- $26.95

Flyfi sher's Guide to Idaho by Ken Retallicand R. Barker (#B500) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Montanaby Chuck Robbins (#B593) Price -- $26.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Wyomingby Ken Retallic (#B709) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Coloradoby Marty Bartholomew (#B684) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Pennsylvaniaby Dave Wolf (#B920) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Michiganby Jim Bedford (#B919) Price -- $26.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Utah by James B. DeMoux (#B4019) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Minnesota byMicky Johnson (#B4020) Price -- $26.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Florida Freshwaterby Larry Kinder (#B4253) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Wisconsin byJohn Motoviloff (#B4252) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Alaskaby Scott Haugen (#B4276) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Missouri and Arkansasby Larry E. Kinder (B4513) Price -- $28.95Flyfi sher's Guide to Yellowstone National Park:Includes Grand Teton National Parkby Ken Retallic (#B10107) Price -- $26.95NEW!! Flyfi sher's Guide To Arizaonaby Will Jordon (#B17711) Price -- $28.95 ~~ seasons, regulations, river miles, water fl ows, access points,

hatches, and fl y recommendations ~~

Atlas & Gazatters— "Everyone needs maps!" We sell a lot of the Montana Atlas & Gazetteer. And why not? It's a large format book of 78 topo maps covering the entire state. And each Atlas and Gazetteer defi nes its state with detail and valuable information. Updated on a regular basis, have one on hand for your traveling pleasure.

Alabama (#G803) Alaska (#G426) Arizona (#G427) Arkansas (#G714)Northern California (#G438)

Southern California (#G441) Colorado (#G428) Connecticut (#G4001) Florida (#G429) Georgia (#G804) Idaho (#G423)

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Michigan (#G433) Minnesota (#G434) Mississippi (#G957)Missouri (#G715) Montana (#G306) Nebraska (#G641)

Nevada (#G642) New Hampshire (#G435) New Jersey (#G958) New Mexico (#G802) New York (#G436) North Carolina (#G437)

North Dakota (#G959) Ohio (#G439) Oklahoma (#G960) Oregon (#G463) Pennsylvania (#G440) South Carolina (#G961)

South Dakota (#G716) Tennessee (#G442) Utah (#G443)Vermont (#G444) Virginia (#G646)Washington (#G445)

West Virginia (#G647) Wisconsin (#G446) Wyoming (#G424)All Gazetteers are $19.95 each

except for the Great State of Texas (#G648)! (it's so big -- $24.95)

Special: 25% off Special: 25% off Special: 25% off in-stock Gazatters (while supplies last)

River Maps & Fishing Guides— Approx. 35 pages each, legends of the river, launch points, campgrounds, and fi shing access. Nicely done in color with hatch charts and fi shing schedules included. Information concentrates on the river details rather than highway and directions. A great compliment to a Gazateer with lots of information—but don't rely on this one if you get lost.

Montana (#B16792) Oregon (#B4488) Washington (#B4489) Northern California (#B4558) April 2008~ Alaska (#B16800)

Price -- $25.00 each

Best Fishing Waters— These are great guides for the traveler with wheels. Besides a map of the river, your roads and GPS information is included. These are great for accessing the well known areas as well as the harder to reach, less populated spots. NEW!! Idaho (#B17713)

California (#B10096) Colorado (#B9460) Oregon (#B15199) Washington (#B14165) Montana (#B10097) Price -- $28.95 each

Montana Afl oat Maps— These maps contain offi cial access points, river mileages, major landmarks, places of interest and general information about each section of the river. Maps are two sided in three colors. And, even a blonde can read them.

Beaverhead (B3061) Big Hole (B3062) Big Horn (B3063)Bitterroot (B3064) Blackfoot (B3065) Clark’s Fork (B3066)

Gallatin (B3067) Jefferson (B3068) Madison (B3069)Middle Fork Flathead (B3070) Middle Yellowstone (B3071)

North Fork Flathead B3072) Rock Creek (B3073)Smith River (B3074) Upper Missouri (B3075)

Upper Yellowstone (B3076) Price -- $3.50 each (no discount)

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New— The Destination Series:The Nation’s Best Places to Fly Fish

This new destinations series covers the nations best places to fl y-fi sh. If you are planning on visiting any of the locations covered by this series, you will fi nd the programs invaluable. The specifi c techniques that work best for the particular destination are shown. Fishing methods, strategies, insects and techniques for each of the major streams and all of the watersheds are covered.

Fly Fishing the Great Smoky Mountainsby James and Angie Marsh

Over 20 popular streams are covered. Instructional segments include Smokies Fly Fishing 101, strategies for fi shing small and medium streams, pocket water, low water. Specifi c tips for fi shing cold water and brook trout and the four seasons.(#B16500) 2 Disc DVD Set; 4 hours Price -- $49.95

Fly Fishing Yellowstone National Parkby James and Angie Marsh

Over 20 popular streams are covered. Instructional segments include strategies for fi shing smooth, rough and pocket water. Specifi c tips for fi shing cold water and brook trout and the four seasons. All of the important aquatic insect hatches are covered in detail so that you know what to expect any time of the season you fi sh Yellowstone. Specifi c methods of catching each of the four trout species, the brown, rainbow, cutthroat and brook trout; cutbow and mountain whitefi sh are also shown.

(#B16504) 2 Disc DVD; 4 hours Price -- $49.95

——————————————New DVD— Soon to be available

End of the Road; An Adventure in Fly Fishing Four fi shing guides from Jackson Hole, WY depart on a journey around the world to northern Mongolia, in search of the native fi sh known as Taimen–the Finnish word for Trout. Taimen are some of the biggest river trout in the world. It was interesting that this jour-ney and its travelers arrived in Mongolia to search for this elusive fi sh during the “off-season,” nothing a little bribe can’t fi x. This is a small, little DVD production that delivered a lot of smiles. Besides giving an overview of what one fi nds in this remote area, it focused on the people who inhabit this area. The guides, shop keepers, the culture and its beautiful scenery. The quality of the production was very good and I suspect FishBum 1 - Mongolia: River Wolf (p.5) will be similar—can’t wait Bum 1 - Mongolia: River Wolf (p.5) will be similar—can’t wait Bum 1 - Mongolia: River Wolfto see it either. This is distributed by its producer, so we will get these in after we acquire some pre-orders. (#D3693) DVD; 35 min. Price -- $29.95

——————————————#Fishizzle#

A fl y-fi shing movie with a story line, action and great music?? This production is part of the 2008 Fly Fishing Film Tour (p.17), I’ve seen a trailer and it was quite good. There's lots of humor and it’s priced right for an evening of fun and a guzzle or two. All the fi shing is in Alaska and I saw some really pretty fi sh. Almost makes me want to be one when I get old and die.

45 min. w/90 min. of bonus features(#D3801) DVD Price -- $19.95

Fly-Fishing Guide to the Upper Delaware Riverby Paul Weamer

Provides detailed information about the three tailwater branches that constitute this vast and complex river system. Tactics for night and winter fi shing, dry, nymph and streamer fi shing, plus the maps.(#B4584) softcover; 256 pages Price -- $24.95

——————————————Trout Fishing in the Catskills

by Ed Van Put This is exceptional work on a classic river. It's fi shing, and the characters it birthed—Theodore Gordon, Art Flick, Harry and Elsie Darbee, Sparse Grey Hackle, and most importantly, the history of our native brook trout. No serious trout fi sherman, in any part of the country, will want to miss this pioneering portrait of a seminal region in American angling history.(#B4570) hardcover; 540 pages Price -- $60.00

——————————————Fly Fishing New Jersey Trout Streams

by Matthew Grobert

Written by someone who actually fi shes the streams and uses the patterns and advice every time he casts his fl y. It has great information specifi c for each stream with hatch identifi cation and pattern recipes. If you fi sh New Jersey trout streams at any time, this is great little help mate.

softcover; 6 x 9 inches; full color; 96 pages(#B16796) Price -- $19.95

——————————————Mayfl ies of Michigan Trout Stream

by Justin & Fannie Leonard A guide to 75 species of Michigan mayfl ies including life cycles, a key to species, glossary, and bibliography, Mayfl ies of Michigan Trout Streams describes species individually with notes on distri-bution, habitat, and time of emergence. I believe this was originally published in 1962.(#B16770) softcover; 139 pages Price -- $12.95

——————————————Mel Krieger's Patagonia

40 Years Fly Fishing in Argentina

The movie follows Mel Krieger as he visits his favorite fl y fi shing spots from the Chimehuin River, near Junin de los Andes in Northern Patagonia, all the way to the mighty Rio Grande in Tierra del Fuego, one of the Southern-most locations on earth. Mel provides classifi ed information on all his favorite streams & rivers, as well as unique anecdotes gathered over 40 years of visiting Argentina's pristine waters. It is a must have for anyone thinking of visiting Patagonia, or those who have already been blessed with the opportunity to wet their lines in the world's premier fresh water angling destination. Includes additional features such as casting lessons.(#B14044) DVD; 60 min. Price -- $29.95

and the Newly-Released companion book~

Mel Krieger's Patagonia(#B17653) hardcover; 144 pages Price -- $60.00

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The Art of Spey CastingA fi lm by Jeffrey Pill

This DVD showcases 17 casters from all points across the globe including Japan, Sweden, Scotland and Norway. The Americans include Steve and Tim Rajeff, Simon Gawesworth and Al Buhr.

3 hours, 30 min. running time(#D3975) DVD Price -- $34.95

—–—Spey to Z

Understanding Traditional, Scandinavian, and Skagit StyleSpey Casting with a Single and Double-Handed Rod

Join Topher Browne, Greg Pearson, and Way Yin—inter-nationally acclaimed instructors as they clearly and concisely explain the mechanics of fl y-casting. "de-mystify" the spey cast, and explain the advantages of the Traditional, Scandinavian, and Skagit styles of Spey Casting with both single and double-handed rods. Professionally directed, produced, and fi lmed on location on the Deschutes River, Oregon, this DVD is a must have for any fl y fi sher.(#D3699) DVD; 95-min. Price -- $39.95

—–—Rio's Modern Speycasting

by Simon Gawesworth

(#D14426) 3 DVD set; 4 hours Price -- $49.95

—–—TroutHunter~~

Harrop Family Tiesby René Harrop

Harrop patterns tied by Harrop family members. Can it get anymore real than that?! Patterns include: The No Hackle, CDC Biot Thorax Dun, Henry's Fork Caddis, CDC Paraspinner, Last Chance Cripple, and CDC Biot Cun.

(#D3713) DVD; 88 min. Price -- $29.95

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— DAVE AMES —

True Love and the Woolly BuggerCult classic that just can't be beat.

(#B4333) softcover Price -- $14.95

A Good Life WastedTwenty Years as a Fishing Guide

Now available in softcover. A life spent fi shing is never wasted.(#B4447) softcover softcover softcover Price -- $12.95

NEW~ Dances With SharksNEW~ Dances With SharksNEW~(#B4452) hardcover Price -- $24.95

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Selections Available from FlyFishTV–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–—–

Articulated Streamerswith Kelly Galloup

Award-winning series FlyFishTV presents tying four tan-FlyFishTV presents tying four tan-FlyFishTVdem-hook fl ies—superior action...positive connection. Making average streamers exceptional. Subjects include: Critical con-nection, T&A Rainbow, Articulated Zoo Cougar, Crawl Daddy, Sex Dungeon, & Wrapping it Up. (#B16011) 120 min. DVD Price -- $34.95

—–—Nymphing by the Numbers

with Kelly Galloup Nymphing systems and confi gurations, indicator and weight placement, fl y selection, positioning and knots, presentation quadrants and techniques, reading water and adjusting to the situation, and more. Details on eight different ways to nymph. (#B16109) 120 min. DVD Price -- $34.95

—–—White River

with Davy Wotton Fly Fish Arkansas' White River from Bull Shoals Dam to Calico Rock. Maps, fl ies, techniques plus access points and angling opportunities, wade and boat fi shing waters, shoal descriptions and navigation tips, top strategies and techniques, and dry, nymph, and attractor fl y selections. Includes details on the Norfork River. (#B3979) 120 min. DVD Price -- $34.95

—–—Henry's Fork

with Mike Lawson Big Trout are what the Henry's Fork is known for and you will see quite a few in this production, but mostly it's about where and how to fi sh the river. Mike gives numerous lessons on presentation and you'll discover his preferred techniques and patterns. Top spots you'll discover include the Box Canyon, Harriman Park, Osborne to Riverside, Mesa Falls to Warm River, Ashton, Chester, Fun Farm, Del Rio, St. Anthony, and Parker. Guest Appearances from Kelly Galloup and Jack Dennis. It is truly an action and information packed visual adventure.(#B16107) 120 min. DVD Price -- $34.95–—–——–——–——–——–——–——–

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E X C E L L E N T !Fishing Knots

Proven to Work for Light Tackle and Fly Fishingby Lefty Kreh

Instructional DVD included The knot is crucial. No matter how superb the rod, reel, and fl y—if the knot fails, the game is over. In Fishing Knots, Lefty Kreh offers a complete guide to tying essential knots for light tackle and fl y fi shing. From simple loop knots to the compli-cated—with precise illustrations to demonstrate each step of the tying process. Included is an instructional 63-minute DVD that features Lefty tying 30 of his favorite knots and reinforcing techniques explained in the book.

(#B4586) hardcover; spiral binding Price -- $24.95

—–—G E T R E A D Y ~

Fishing Tandem FliesTactics, Techniques, and Rigs to Catch More Trout

by Charles Meck Charlie covers tandems top-to-bottom with his favorite fl ies for matching hatches, as well as tried-and-true patterns for drumming up fi sh during summer doldrums and other tough conditions. He discusses seven of the most effective rigs and the best times to use them, including detailed steps showing how to tie his new looped-leader series of fl ies. Artist Dave Hall provides clear illustrations of the different connections and fi shing techniques. Whether casting to the banks from a drift boat on Montana's Missouri River or stalking central Pennsyl-vania spring-creek trout, anglers across the country will learn something from this book to help them land more trout.

(#B4585) softcover Price -- $16.95

—–—G R E A T B O O K /DVD C O M B O !

Tying Copper John's Favorite Fliesby John Barr & Jack Dennis

John Barr and Jack Dennis sit at the vise and tie twelve of John Barr's best fl ies. They're a hoot (the boys, not the fl ies!). John Barr is low-key and modest with a lively sense of humor and Jack Dennis, well-he is just Jack! He's got his eye on everything and still manages to ask relevant questions pertain-ing to materials, how the fl y fi shes, and anything else of value. There's some good on-stream fi shing scenes and underwater photography. . Between the book, Barr Flies, and this DVD—you've got a sure-fi re winner for some fi sh-catching moments in your life and you will have a blast too boot.

(#B3733) DVD 2 hours, 10 min., 2-disc set Price -- $19.95

—and— Barr Fliesby John Barr

570 color photos; 22 illustrations; 8-1/2 x 11; 184 pages

(#B4588) hardcover Price -- $39.95

G R E A T D U O !How to Catch the Biggest Trout of Your Life

by Landon R. Mayer Who of us doesn't dream of catching a really, really big trout? Landon Mayer works with Extreme Fly Fishing, a pro-fessional guiding company based in Colorado, but they fi sh all over the world. His book demonstrates time-tested approaches to catching elusive, giant "trophy" trout. Focusing on strategy and technique, this is a beautifully illustrated guide for both beginner and advanced anglers. Concentrates on locating and understanding trout behaviors.

(#B16031) hardcover Price -- $29.95

—and— Landing the Trout of Your Lifeby Landon Mayer & John Barr

Land trophy trout in any river. Discover innovative tips and techniques and reach a greater understanding about trophy

sized trout.This is kinda like fl y fi shing, super-sized! Barr and Landon are

both noted anglers who can tell you how to do it.

(#D3712) DVD; 45 min. Price -- $29.95—–—

N E W !Norris on Trout Fishing

Norris on Trout Fishing samples both the expertise and the Norris on Trout Fishing samples both the expertise and the Norris on Trout Fishinggenerous warmth that made Thaddeus Norris (1811-1877) such a beloved fi gure in American angling. From his wise portrayal of the many types of anglers, to the biology and behavior of native American brook trout, to his touching portrait of the now-extinct Michigan grayling. Norris set a standard for thought that educated and inspired succeeding generations and still offers wisdom today. His concluding essay on the joys of fi shing alone is regarded as a primary milestone of angling phi-losophy that set the tone for works of some of our later writers, like Gingrich, Schwiebert and Gierach.

—and— Skues on TroutObservations from an Angler Naturalist

George Edward MacKenzie Skues has been described not only as that father of nymph fi shing but as the greatest fl y fi sher who ever lived. He was also modest, humorous, and warmly companionable writer. Skues was the rarest of angling authori-ties, the iconoclast with a reverential respect for fl y-fi shing’s traditions. He had a rare gift for sifting through many generations’ accumulation of opinion and advice, keeping only what was truly useful and adapting it to the needs of anglers in a rapidly changing world. Skues on Trout showcases one of angling's greatest theorists sharing his hard-won wisdom along his be-loved trout streams.

Edited by Paul Schullery; hardcover, 4 x 6 inchesNorris on Trout Fishing (#B4620)

Skues on Fishing (#B4621)Price -- $16.95 each

~Perfect Vest Companion for that On-the-Stream Break~

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The Legendary NeversinkA Treasury of the Best Writing

About One of America's Great Trout RiversJustin Askins, Editor

The Neversink River in New York's Catskill Mountains, with is plunges and gorges, is one of the world's fi nest trout streams. In its lifetime with us, it has hooked more than one angler/writer. This anthology of short stories takes a revelatory look at the river from its origins high on Slide Mountain to the wild deep ledge pools where the biggest trout live.

(#B4595) hardcover Price -- $29.95

–—–—–—–—–TOO COOL ...

Stillwater Solutions RecipesVolume One: 30 Proven Patterns

Book & DVD Setby Brian Chan & Philip Rowley

This is cool. Brian Chan and Philip Rowley are our leading experts in stillwater fl y fi shing. This is a uniquely formatted "recipe" book on 30 proven and versatile patterns. It has a spi-ral binding but it is designed to sit on your tying desk and you fl ip the pages up and over instead of from right to left. One side has the pattern recipe along with entomology info and fi shing tips. On the other side is your tying instructions and a photo. There is a great section on materials at the end and every chap-ter starts out with a behavior, size, color, shape and availability chart. Included is a DVD, Jack Dennis' Tying Flies Vol 4 with Friends Brian Chan and Phil Rowley with four patterns from Rowley and four patterns from Chan.

spiral-bound hardcover; 8-1/2 x 6 inches; 100 pages, color; 120-min. DVD included

(#B4597) Price -- $39.95

–—–—–—–—–COUNTLESS BREATHS UNDERWATER...

Bugs of the Underworldby Ralph and Lisa Cutter

Each chapter is a complete life cycle. Midges, Stonefl ies, Damsel Flies, Caddisfl ies, and Mayfl ies. I have never seen un-derwater fi lming done so well. What we see will infl uence what we put in and pull out of our fl y boxes. For myself, I concluded some of Gary's patterns aren't as far out there as I thought and truthfully, Gary got a lot smarter by the time I was done. I am sure I will "re-watch—especially when I spend time on a river observing what goes on within my vision and need a little "un-derwater" review of what I can't see. Bugs of the Underworld is Bugs of the Underworld is Bugs of the Underworldnatural observation at its premium.

(#B16418) 80 min. DVD Price -- $29.95

Gary actually saw some of the fi rst footage of fi lm for this,Ralph tells me he was pretty excited about it

and I can see why!

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HOT, HOT, HOT...Our Favorite Flies and How to Fish Them

with John Barr, Jack Dennis & Mike Lawson Thirty-six original fl y patterns from three legends of fl y fi shing. Learn how to tie them, learn how to fi sh them.

Need we say more?(#B16573) 120+ min. DVD Price -- $19.95

–—–—–—–—–Tying and Fishing Stillwater Flies

with Philip Rowley Learn how to tie twelve of Phil's proven patterns. Sit with him and Jack Dennis at his tying bench and discover the simple tying techniques he uses to make these patterns successful. Then head out to the lake where he and Jack put these fl ies to the test. Watch presentation and tactics on the water and see how the fl ies really perform underwater—excellent photography.

—Highly Recommended—(#B3737) 210 min. DVD Price -- $19.95

–—–—–—–—–COMING IN FEBRUARY...

Tying and Fishing Brian Chan's Favorite Stillwater Flies

I haven't heard much from Jack Dennis about this new DVD of Brian's other than our original conversation so I guess all I can say is, it's Brian Chan and I probably won't be able to keep this one in stock. Order early, expect delays.I believe this is tying and on the water application and it should also be 210 min.(B3303) Price -- $20.00

–—–—–—–—–LOON LAKE SERIES CONTINUES...

Dead Madonnaby Victoria Houston

All the characters are back, Police Chief Lew Ferris, Doc Osborne, and that incorrigible Ray Pratt. New dead people, new unpleasant characters, and adventures in the delightful Wisconsin Loon Lake setting. I am about two-thirds of the way through this one and it is very much in keeping with the fi rst of the series. So, if you've read these, you will want this one and if you haven't, but you enjoy a light read with fun characters and a fl y fi shing theme—this one's for you.

(#B4592) softcover; 224 pages Price -- $14.95

—–—LOOK FORWARD TO JULY...

Dead Hot Shotby Victoria Houston

We will have this available in the Spring Book Mailer.

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Don't be fooled -- All fl y tying materials are not created equal. not created equal. not Uni-Products sets a higher standard To view colors, be sure to check out the website-- thebookmailer.com

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6/0 Uni-Thread (#M3221) 200 yard spools Price -- $38.00COLORS: brown, red, gray, dark brown, light cahill, tan, yel-low, white (2) light blue, wine, olive, orange, iron gray, char-treuse (2), black (2), pink, green.

8/0 Uni-Thread (#M3222) 200 yard spools Price-- $38.00COLORS: pink, orange, black, camel, purple, yellow, green, white, fi re orange, red, rusty dun, chartreuse, olive dun, olive, tan, rusty brown, iron gray, gray, dark brown, light cahill.

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Uni-Products Thread – Single Spools

3/0 Uni-Thread 100 yard spools Price -- $1.75 eachOlive (#M3092), Black (#M3093), Camel-brown (#M3094)

Red (#M3095), Gray (#M3096), Tan (#M3097)

6/0 Uni-Thread 200 yard spools Price -- $2.25 eachOlive (#M6092), Black (#M6093), Camel-brown (#M6094)

Red (#M6095), Gray (#M6096), Tan (#M6097)

8/0 Uni-Thread 200 yard spools Price -- $2.25 eachOlive (#M8092), Black (#M8093), Camel-brown (#M8094),

Red (#M8095), Gray (#M8096), Tan (#M8097)

Uni-French WireUNI-French is a very high quality metallic wire exclusive to UNI-Products. This tinsel is varnished so it will not tarnish.

Goldsmall (#M3223), medium (#M3224), large (#M3225)

Silversmall (#M3226), medium (#M3227), large (#M3228)

Coppersmall (#M3229), medium (#M3230), large (#M3231)

Price -- $2.65 each

Uni-Glo Fluorescent Body MaterialThe item everyone has been asking about since the publication of

Trout Flies to tie the Tear Drop Nymph.

During Gary's scuba diving observations he played with fl uorescence for nymph patterns. The result was a fl y with a little bit of this unnatural aura, the Tear Drop Nymph, that caught trout in incredible numbers. You need the Uni-Glo vinyl material for the abdomen.

FL Green (#U250) FL Yellow (#U251) FL Pink (#U252)FL Orange (#U253) FL White (#U254)

Price -- $1.75 per spool

~~ all fi ve color spools in one package Price -- $8.75 (#U274)~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Uni-Products Tying Thread Uni-Products has been a great company to work with since we started carrying Uni-Glo back at the turn of the last century. Their products have held up well and demand has been consistent. And since my instructor whole heartily endorsed Uni-Thread and Paul Stimpson uses this for his tying, I was confi dent this was the company to start with. Plus there is the great offer from Uni-Products. With every combo pack of thread, we will include their unique booklet, FREE! "How to Choose & Use Fly Tying Thread". A 48-page booklet explaining everything from thread construction, thread materials, the new Denier method for establishing thread size to Bobbins, Thread Opera-tions, Ribs, Hackles, Spinning Hair and just a whole lot of concise, illustrated tips about thread and fl y construction. It really made2 + 2 = 4 for me, and even if you have tied for a very long time, you will fi nd this handy little guide useful. Remember, knowledge is power and Uni-Products has made this very easy for us.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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back in print—Bamboo Rod Restoration Handbook

by Michael Sinclair An indispensable reference for anyone interested in identify-ing, collecting, or restoring old bamboo rods. Covers all aspects of restoration: identifying the maker & era of unmarked rods, stripping old fi nish, salvaging original labels & hardware, rewrapping, applying the fi nal fi nish, and much more. It also includes the most complete guide ever assembled of original bamboo rod specifi cations. This is a self-published book that has been out-of-print for several years and is now in its second printing.

spiral-softcover; 11 x 8 inches

(#B822) Price -- $75.00

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Subject: Two Rednecks Bubba and Earl, were driving down the road drinking a couple of bottles of Budweiser. The passenger, Bubba, said, “Lookey thar up ahead, Earl, it's a dadgum police roadblock!! We're gonna get busted fer drinkin' these here beers!" "Don't worry, Bubba," Earl said. "We'll just pull over and fi nish drinkin' these beers then peel off the label and stick it on our foreheads then throw the bottles under the seat." "What fer?" asked Bubba. "Just let me do the talkin', O.K.?," said Earl. Well, they fi nished their beers, threw the empties out of sight and put the labels on each of their fore heads. When they reached the roadblock, the sheriff said, "Howdy boys ya'll been drinkin'?" "No sir," said Earl while pointing at the labels... "Me and Bubba's on the Patch."

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LaFontaine Originals DVD SERIES-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

LaFontaine Originals: Vol. I -- 90 min. DVD (#D3966)

• Aft Sparkle • Beadhead Marabou Worm • Beadhead Twist Nymph• Deer Hair Woolly • Diving BWO Egg-Layer

• Diving Water Boatman • Duck Butt Dun • EZ2C Caddis• Halo Mayfl y Emerger • Improved Buzz Ball • Lady Heather

• Plain Jane • Tear Drop Nymph • Were Wulff

LaFontaine Originals: Vol. II -- 90 min. DVD (#D3967)

• Creature • Cricket • Double Caterpillar • Drop Nose Minnow• Enchanted Prince • Firecracker • Flex-Hopper

• Floating Damselfl y Nymph • Natural Drift Stonefl y • Pheasant Tail Twist Nymph • Slider

LaFontaine Originals: Vol. III -- 93 min. DVD (#D3969)

• Black June • Bread • Clear Wing Spinner • Diving Egg-Laying Midge • Drowned Trico • Flex-Damsel • Foam Ant • Foam Spider

• Marabou Single Egg • Mess • Occasion • Shroud

LaFontaine Originals: Vol. IV -- 93 min. DVD (#D3150)

• Antron Serendipity • EZ2C Mayfl y • Dancing Caddis• Drunken Sailor • Enchanted Royal Double Wing • Flame Thrower

• Fluttering Stone • Hair Sucker • Missouri River Sow Bug• Rollover Scud • Variegated Midge Larva

LaFontaine Originals: Vol. V -- 95 min. DVD (#D3151)

• Antron Parachute • Blackfl y Larva • Bristle Leech • EZ2C Midge• EZ2C Stonefl y • Flex-Sculpin • Floating Caddis Larva

• Halo Midge Emerger • House Fly • Ghost Wing Were Wulff• Gray Coughlin

LaFontaine Originals: Vol. VI -- 120 min. DVD (#D3152)

• Antron Flashback • Beadhead Deep Sparkle Pupa • Black-eyed Sparkling Hares Ear • Deer Hair Hornet

• Double Magic Soft Hackle • Flex Hex • Flex Muddler • Foam Beetle • Flying Ant • Foam Inch Worm, Improved

• Snow Stone • Stub Wing Buck Tail

LaFontaine Originals: Vol. VII -- 90 min. DVD (#D3153)

• Antron Bivisible • Cat's Ear • Cone • Cone Head Enchanted Mohair Leech • Cranefl y Larva • Floating Flex Crayfi sh • Peacock Bugger

• Silver Bicolor • Sparkling Hares Ear • Spruce Moth • Twist Nymph (crested) • White Deer Hair Moth

Price -- $19.95 each (VHS available upon request)

The Originals Series is the best reference on tying LaFontaine patterns. Not only do you have excellent tyers showing you the best methods to tie, but you have Gary giving great commentary on each fl y.

Paul Stimpson and Al Beatty are the driv-ing force behind these videos. LaFontaine patterns --fl ies Gary tied hundreds of-- Paul & Char and Al & Gretchen are professional tyers and along with Gary's guidance, they

demonstrate the techniques and tricks for cre-ating the magic of each LaFontaine pattern.

Patterns are from Trout Flies Proven Pat-terns and Fly Fishing the Mountain Lakes. Also included are newer patterns, developed after the publication of Trout Flies.

These videos are directed for the inter-mediate to advance tyer, and are guaranteed to show Gary's best fl ies and to make you a better fl y tyer.

"Take a fi ne team of fi ve fl y tyers, all superb professionals, showing the fastest, most effi cient ways to tie my patterns and you have a really special teaching tool", remarked Gary when these videos started coming out.

One at a time or all together, which ever way you want to play it, the LAFONTAINE ORIGINALS

gets you the patterns, tips, and fun that keep fi sh chasing after you.

Successful Fly Fishing Strategieswith Gary LaFontaine and Dick Sharon

(and Chester, the dog-face boy)

—BEST SELLER— (#D4181) DVD; 100 min. Price -- $29.95

```````````````````Fishing and Tying Caddisfl ieswith Gary LaFontaine and friends

Digital media companion to Gary's book, Caddisfl ies.

(#D3683) DVD; 120 min. Price -- $19.95

Fishing and Tying Attractorswith Gary LaFontaine and friends (and his wonder dog, Chester)

All fi ne dry fl y attractors from Gary's book, Dry Fly: New Angles.

(#D3682) DVD; 120 min. Price -- $19.95

```````````````````E X T R A , E X T R A , S P E C I A L . . .

The Traveling Fly Fisherman: Fly Fishing Tipswith Gary LaFontaine, Jack Dennis, & Mike Lawson

Still one of our most popular DVD's- no mater is new!!

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He who laughs last, thinks slowest.

Its another edition of the Book Mailer and there are many outstanding new items to choose and explore. Our feature, Fool’s Paradise by John Gierach is a sure-fi re winner. John is trying to have a book out about every two years, it just depends on how the writing goes and how much fi shing presents itself in between. Sometimes the research has to be done fi rst. Signed copies will be available, John goes to our book distributor’s warehouse and signs for a couple of days—we try to have our best estimate of what we want for autographed copies by that time. Once he’s done signing, he generally doesn’t go back for more. So if you’re of a mind to have an autographed copy, sign up now. John is also stars in the new Why Fly Fishing DVD along with Joan Wulff, Nick Lyons, and Flip Pallot. It was commissioned by The American Fly Fishing Museum as part of an exhibit and to promote and share the grace of fl y fi shing. All proceeds go towards the Museum and are tax-deductible.

We are seeing a lot of imports, information (usually in DVD format) that is being shared across the seas. Fly fi shing is a very old sport and its success and beauty was originally founded somewhere else, even though our ego’s might like to think otherwise . . . however it is exciting to see the sharing and melding of techniques and ideas. Some across-the seas DVDs to check out are European Nymphingby Jack Dennis & Vladi Trazebunia (p.2), and by the Trout Bum dudes Fish Bum 1: Mongolia - River Wolf , also Fish Bum 1: Mongolia - River Wolf , also Fish Bum 1: Mongolia - River Wolf Fly Casting for Better Fly Fishings (p.5), Mel Krieger’s Patagonia and End of the Road (p.23), and a book from England on How to Fish (p.6). There are also several new books & DVDs to help us in our pur-suit. Fly tyers don’t miss Jack Dennis’ Beginning Fly Tying Collec-tion (p.2)—it can’t be best in price, the Beatty’s Rotary Fly Tyingbook (p.3), and Shane Stalcup & Jeff “Bear” Andrews have several new DVDs out (p.4). Everyone could use 1001 Fly Fishing Tips by Jay Nichols, Basic Stream Flies by Jim Schollmeyer, and fi nd out the answer to the question, “Do fi sh fake orgasms?” (p.3). Some new DVDs out for admirers of rod building are Sporting Fly’s latest volume about bamboo artisan, Jerry Kustich, and the Ruby River (p.4); Golden Witch Technologies has out Making Bamboo Rod Blanks, Finishing Bamboo Rods (p.6), and How to Build a Graphite Fly Rod (p.21); and Making Strip-Built Fly Rods (p.6).

The LaFontaine Black June (p.8) is back by special request. If you haven’t tried this all-around fi sh-getter yet—you have been missing out. Also the reintroduction of our LaFontaine Private Label Fly Box (p.14). This has been discontinued for some time and we have fi nally nailed down a distributor. They function has well as the old style, but with the hot, new look of our LaFontaine logo. The 2008 Big Sky Journal: Fly-Fishing Edition has just hit the shelf along with the fl y-fi shing forecast, Tight Lines 2008 (p. 17). While you’re there, read the latest update for Montana’s Snow-Precip Report. I think fl y fi shing is truly an international sport. Transcend-ing race, religion, color and even politics. Speaking of, be sure to check out Blue Man in a Red State, (p.5) written about Montana’s governor, Brian Schweitzer. I had to throw that in for the surprise, but I would guess many of you are politically informed and watching this election year closely. There is no doubt it is shaping up to be an interesting race. Is it just my age that makes me pay attention or am I getting smarter or more boring?? At any rate while there is much I would like to change, issues that make me hotter than heck, it is nice to know that no matter what goes on beyond my control, the waters remain constant. The fi sh are stay-ing healthy, enjoying a measure of protection from myself and many of you, they are given the space to grow heavy and old. And when it all gets to be too much—away I go to fi nd them.

Casting about for the meaning of life, wish us luck. ~Cathy & Marcy (for the Book Mailer)