New book features Louisiana fly tiers

The Fly Tying Group (FTG) of Fly Fishers International (FFI) has published a new book, "Fly Tying for All Fish All Waters".  This hardcover book features over 100 patterns, including tips on tying, historical info, and more from some of the biggest names currently in fly tying, including Charlie Craven, Mike Stewart, Tim Flagler, Davy Wotton, Skip Morris, Patti Lueken, Tom Rosenbauer, Gretchen and Al Beatty, to name a few.

Most of the contributions to the book came from featured tiers at the FTG's show in Dallas, TX, in September of last year. The photos of selected patterns are of high quality, and each has a story behind it, written by the tier, which gives the reader insight to the origin of the fly, and it's most effective use. 

Included in the list of contributors are several names familiar to Louisiana fly tiers. Realistic tying guru Fred Hannie of Lake Charles is an FFI Buz Buzsek Award honoree - the highest honor in the world of fly tying. In addition to his featured patterns, his artwork graces the cover of the book. Other Bayou State tiers who are featured include Kenneth Breaux, Ron Braud, and Catch Cormier. Tiers  with Lousiana connections include Mike Hawkins and Fred Dupre. There are also many other tiers well known to our state's tying community.

"Fly Tying for All Fish All Waters" is currently shipping. Cost is $75. For more details, or to purchase, click here .