African Fly-fishing Handbook

by Bill Steele-Hansford

Africa is one of the most exciting fly-fishing destinations in the world and dedicated fly-fishermen can be found casting their lines all over the continent. This comprehensive guide to the subject covers all aspects of the sport. It includes chapters with information on the following: when and where to fly-fish in Africa; how to get started and what equipment to buy; casting techniques; tactics and strategies for freshwater and saltwater fishes suitable forcatching on the fly; fish food forms, including an extensive chapter on African insects; and successful fly patterns.

328 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1999