Product Description

72 color photos 17 drawings 8 maps 6 x 9 .Guide to the best fly-fishing locations in Alaska Color photos of flies and streams plus maps Dan Heiners stories of his own fishing adventures make Alaska and its waters and wildlife real and accessible, and his practical tips provide valuable guidelines for anyone planning such a trip. He includes information on the species, the best places and times to fish, and even what to do if you encounter a bear! The large color photo section includes shots of trophy-size fish and beautiful Alaskan mountains and waters, as well as many close-ups of flies. Any angler who has dreamed of a fly-fishing trip to Alaska will want this book. Dan Heiner, an Alaska resident since 1983, has worked as an editor for Alaska Outdoors magazine. He fishes Alaskas premier waters and writes about his experiences for magazines such as Flyfishing, Salmon Trout Steelhead, and Alaska Outdoors.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1742605 in Books
• Published on: 1998-03-01
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: .59" h x 6.04" w x 9.04" l, .65 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 165 pages

From Amazon.com
For anyone in North America (and elsewhere) who is hooked on fly-fishing and pursues it past the initial stages of tangled lines, spontaneous river dunkings, and emptied bank accounts, there is one goal that dangles with a tantalizing glimmer just out of reach--the golden ring that spurs anglers on to perfect a variety of tricky casts, study entomological texts deep into the night, and wade through sleep with visions of lurking grizzlies, monster rainbows, and rivers paved with salmon. That ultimate goal is the final frontier of earthbound territory: Alaska, the angler's paradise. So if you dream of one day stepping off a bush plane somewhere in the Alaskan outback, you might as well start planning now with Dan Heiner's guide to the state's nearly limitless sport-fishing opportunities. Heiner's anecdote- sprinkled and info-packed guide takes a narrative approach to fly-fishing this vast area; his experience is related through stories as well as advice. Initial chapters include tips on equipment, travel, accommodations, and, of course, bears. But the real meat is about the fish and fishing: which species to chase, when and where to chase them, and how to bring them to net. And if that's not enough to set the gears in motion, the color photos are sure to leave you drooling...or dialing up Alaska Airlines stat. --Langdon Cook

From Library Journal
Outdoor writer Heiner aims to provide a guidebook for non-Alaskans who yearn to fish amidst the unspoiled splendor of the Great Land. He offers practical advice on what types of gear and flies to pack, traveling by bush planes to remote lodges, and the unpredictability of the weather. He also advises anglers on how to deal with bears and includes several accounts supporting the wisdom of leaving them alone. The largest section discusses specific areas and waterways, and the final part describes the numerous fish?primarily rainbow trout and several salmon species?and recommends strategies and techniques for catching and releasing them. Anecdotes and caveats based on the author's experiences add a personal touch. Recommended for large fishing collections.?Will Hepfer, SUNY at Buffalo Libs.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Ingram
Don Heiner's stories of his fishing adventures make Alaska and its waters and wildlife real and accessible, and his practical tips provide valuable guidelines for anyone planning such a trip. Heiner includes information on the species, the best places and times to fish, and even what to do if you encounter a bear. The large color photo section includes shots of trophy-size fish and beautiful Alaskan mountains. 72 color photos. 17 drawings. 8 maps.