Orvis Guide To Reading Trout Streams

by Tom Rosenbauer

The Orvis Guide to Reading Trout Streams is a complete guide to where trout live and feed in a stream. By learning to predict where trout will be, fishermen can cast effectively and wade confidently without spooking trout into cover. Perceptive and practical chapters include "A Trout's World," "Currents and Rocks," "Pools," and "Riffles, Runs, and Bends." Also included are sections on seasonal and daily changes, various approaches, and the differences among species of trout and between big and little rivers. Graced with dozens of helpful schematic drawings by Jim Sulham and more than seventy-five revealing photographs, this book will give all trout fishermen a more coherent understanding of the waters they fish.

176 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2007

Reviews

[John Magnus · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is so much good information in here. Some which I learned for the first time some which I’ve learned in the past, but perhaps forgotten or didn’t realize how important it is. The only downside is the picture quality. Go get your fish on!

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wish it had higher quality, color images and was designed like more of a field guide, but this book had tons of great content. I learned a lot.

[Pierre · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting book about locating trout in streams.

However, decent writing is hampered by poor quality black and white photographs and insipid illustrations. For example, the author writes a paragraph about finding trout under grassy cut-under hedges, and helpfully includes a photograph, but the picture is so grainy that while you have an idea of what this terrain feature looks like, it isn't terribly helpful. Not to mention, you can't see the trout that is hiding under the bank...I mean, come on, use a polarized lens on your camera so we can see a concrete example!

All in all, a good instructional book.

[Doug · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is one of those books you will remember when you are standing on the bank of your favorite river. Tips, diagrams, and instructions help make this a great guide.