After several years of research, writing, photography and editing, our latest book - California Winter Steelhead – Life History and Fly Fishing is now available for pre-order at www.dennisplee.com. This is a full-color hardback book limited to 500 copies, each numbered and signed by the author. The book includes an inspirational Foreword and photographs by photographer and steelheader Jeff Bright (www.jeffbright.com). In addition, beautiful photos by Northern California fly fishing guides Drew Griffith and Jason Hartwick are found throughout the book. Hundreds of additional historical and scenic photos provide a unique look into California’s rich steelhead fly fishing history.
The book includes over 300 pages describing the historical and current status of California rivers and creeks from the North Coast to the Southern Coast including the Great Central Valley. The author covers insightful information on the history of California steelhead fly fishing gleamed from early manuscripts, reports and newspapers. Included is information on historical and current steelhead run sizes and river streamflow graphs. The book also covers winter steelhead fly fishing equipment including rods, reels, fly lines and leaders, casting and fly presentation. One chapter details the history and current status of California steelhead conservation from its beginnings in the 1800’s. The book finishes with color plates of over 100 winter steelhead flies.
You can pre-order a copy now at www.dennisplee.com. California residents pay sales tax but shipping to your USPS address is free (Continental USA only). The anticipated release date for California Winter Steelhead is mid-December, 2020. However, due to issues with Covid-19, the release and shipping dates may be delayed. Unfortunately, at this time we cannot guarantee delivery before the holidays.
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