TROUT FLY-FISHING IN AMERICA 



ciated with the sport, especially if the angler has the true 

 spirit of Izaak Walton, the Master Angler of years ago. 



Of all sport, I know of none that seems to develop in 

 the individual such a kindly spirit, such a full apprecia- 

 tion of all living things, and such an absorbing love for 

 the many and varied charms of "the open" as fly-fishing. 



It matters little where one fishes for the "speckled 

 beauty," for Nature always supplies in one form or an- 

 other surroundings which are interesting, instructive, 

 ever-changing and beautiful, and the wonderful part of 

 it all is that no two places are alike or have the same at- 

 tractive features. 



Fly-fishing is not only a real, artistic and scientific 

 sport, but it is a true panacea for "tired nerves," and its 

 application offers a most wonderful opportunity to recu- 

 perate, among surroundings which are at the same time 

 healthful, beautiful and peaceful. 



I have not touched upon the many charms of the lakes 

 and streams it has been my good fortune and privilege to 

 fish, year after year, because other writers have done so 

 much to bring the beauties of the country to the public 

 notice; and also because this book was written with the 

 view of giving to the young anglers, as well as older ones, 

 some ideas about trout fly-fishing that might benefit them, 

 and with the hope of arousing in them and others a greater 

 enthusiasm for the clean, healthful, dignified and delight- 

 ful pastime. 



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