Hatch Guide for Upper Midwest Streams
Ann Miller has given us a very nicely done guide to the immature and mature stages of mayflies, caddises, and stoneflies, with additional information on dobsonflies, fishflies, craneflies, midges, dragonflies, damselflies, scuds, sow bugs, and crayfish. All the included organisms are shown in full color, one organism per page, and are described in terms of identifying characteristics. On the page opposing the photo of each organism are suggested imitations, again shown if full color. These flies were dressed by twenty top tyers from the Midwest, and are quite effective on the waters of the region. In addition, Ann has given us a useful hatch chart for all the insects shown, pattern recipes for all the flies listed in the text, a bibliography, glossary, and thorough index to the organisms. Although it lacks a key to the organisms, the color photos and hatch charts can easily be cross-referenced to locate and identify the insects and other food organisms.
Frank Amato Publications, Portland, OR
Paperback, 4 x 6 inches, $29.95 ISBN: 978-1-57188-481-7
Each stage of each organism and its imitations are in full color on opposing pages.