"Inspire"...'fill someone with the urge or ability to do or feel something'...Northern Waters is a book that does and has inspired me for many years. The author Jan Zita Grover has penned a jewel here. I first read this book in 2000 and have picked it up many times over the years. Jan left San Francisco for northern Minnesota and a life that was to be simple and full. Her tales of fishing for brook trout, pike and bass are so clear it almost puts you there with fly rod in hand. One of my favorite chapters is on her diving into fly tying, "getting hooked" is informative as well as funny. Her selection of materials will bring a smile to your face.
On the cover of the book is a streamer that Jan tied. A simple fly that has the look of a "brookie fly"...an inspiration for me to try to recreate the streamer, which is the fly below it. I highly recommend this book. I'm certain it will inspire you as it did me.
I will put that book on my reading list, Alan. Another fly candidate for that big brown in the culvert pool! When are you going to go after that fish? I am anticipating that report.
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Sam that stream is a bit to low right now. We are going to need some substantial rain to make it OK to fish. He is still on my list.
I hadn't run across her book before but it will go on the list; sounds like a good read. Thanks for the recommendation. We need water up here as well.
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Mike I really enjoyed this book, her perspective on fly fishing is unique. Rain has been in short supply.
Sounds like an awesome read Alan - thanks!
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Will you would love it I'm sure.
I don't know if I should pick up that book. It might not be an expensive purchase in of itself, but I know plane tickets to Minnesota and a rental on a lake won't be far behind!
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Mike that's the nice thing about a well written book. It will put there at almost no cost. The UP of Michigan and norther Minnesota have always been in my mind as places to visit.
I always enjoy a good read, and though I won't really need any more inspiration, if I find some in this book I don't have far to go. Thanks Brk Trt!
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Al I take it your from Minnesota. You'll find the book very enjoyable for sure.