[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he rise of fly fishing for carp shows no sign of abating—no matter how many trout anglers call them trash fish or complain about all the press that carp are getting these days—and the last week or so has seen a veritable carpapalooza across the Internets. Last week, I finally saw the cover for Kirk Deeter’s new book The Orvis Guide to Fly fishing for Carp, which will be available on April 18th.
Now, all you haters should keep in mind that Deeter is the editor of Trout magazine, yet he’s become a certified carp maniac. The new book turns the spot-light on these non-native fish, examining their history, behavior, diet, and the challenges they pose for even the most accomplished fly fisherman. Covering everything from the approach, the presentation, how to effectively read both fish and water, and offering recipes for the best patterns to throw, Deeter introduces the most prolific freshwater game fish to an audience finally ready to stalk them. [Read More]
