A Steelheader's Way- Lani Waller
Waller shares his techniques for swinging wets & waking dry flies, including
proper approach, presentation, & his favorite fly patterns, both classic
& contemporary. Covers: hunting trophies, equip, casting, &
conservation. Provides readers with a life’s worth of wisdom learned from
Waller's time on the water. 189 color photos by Ken Morrish, 10 color illus;
8.5x11 inches, 216 pgs.
Steelhead legend Lani Waller covers the essential
elements of fishing for trophy steelhead with prose as beautiful and surprising
as the fish themselves. The blend of how-to and why-to not only captures the
essence of these elusive fish but also uncovers what it takes to consistently
bring them to hand. Waller shares his techniques for swinging wets and waking
dry flies, including proper approach, presentation, and his favorite fly
patterns, both classic and contemporary. Chapters on hunting trophies,
equipment, casting, and conservation provide readers with a life’s worth of
wisdom learned from his time on the water.
Waller brings along some of
his friends to help contribute to the book. Steelhead expert Bob Hooton’s
chapter on steelhead biology is a concise overview of the steelhead’s life
cycle, biology, and behavior; artist Dave Hall illustrates Waller’s swinging
techniques; and photographer Ken Morrish’s stunning images capture the magic of
the fish and the rivers they ascend each year. This all-star cast of steelhead
fanatics has created a classic book that honors the fish as well as those who
chase them, whether in the Pacific Northwest of United States, the wilderness
streams of British Columbia, or the hundreds of tributaries that run into the
Great Lakes.
WHAT THE EXPERTS ARE SAYING:
“Lani Waller has
drawn on long experience and a deep love of steelhead to write a book that few
steelheaders will want to be without.” --Thomas McGuane
“Lani Waller has
a passion for these beautiful creatures that comes across on every page. And Bob
Hooton brings a thorough approach to the science.” -- Yvon Chouinard, Patagonia,
Inc.
“Waller . . . sees, feels, and writes about [steelhead] more deeply
and colorfully than any person I know. Beginner or expert, you will not be able
to put this book down until you’ve read every single word.” --Dave
Whitlock
ABOUT THE AUTHOR & PHOTOGRAPHER:
Lani Waller has
pursued steelhead for over four decades and is considered one of the foremost
experts on trophy British Columbia steelhead. He was inducted into the Fly
Fishing Hall of Fame in 1997. He lives in Novato, California.
Photographer Ken Morrish is chief operating officer of Fly Water
Travel in Ashland, Oregon, and his photography and writing is featured in
numerous publications, including Patagonia, Outside, Fly Fisherman, Fly Rod
and Reel, and Northwest Fly Fishing.
