Flyfisher's Revelations

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In this deeply personal and captivating memoir, Ed Van Put, a seasoned fly fisherman and conservationist, takes readers on a journey through the rivers and streams that have shaped his life and passion for the art of fly fishing. A Flyfisher's Revelations blends evocative storytelling with decades of experience, offering insight into the beauty, challenges, and quiet rewards of a life spent in pursuit of wild fish.

Through vivid descriptions and photos of the wilderness and the intricate dance between angler and trout, Van Put not only celebrates the sport he loves but also reflects on its deeper, often spiritual significance. With every cast and every step along the water's edge, he reveals lessons about patience, humility, and the enduring connection between nature and the human spirit.

Whether you're a lifelong fly fisher or someone curious about the world beyond the riverbanks, A Flyfisher's Revelations will leave you inspired to discover the revelations that come when you embrace the rhythms of the natural world. A true testament to the transformative power of nature and the healing waters that sustain both fish and soul.

Author Bio

Ed Van Put, an avid fly fisherman for more than fifty years, worked as a fisheries professional with New York State for over 45 years, and authored several essential books on fly fishing and its history & development in America. His first book,The Beaverkill: The History of a River and its People, first released in 1996 and later expanded & revised in 2016, is the definitive book on the famous river. The follow-up, Trout Fishing in the Catskillsreceived similar acclaim as a must-read expansive exploration of the development of the Catskills as America's premiere fishing destination. His articles have appeared inThe Conservationist,Trout,Fly Fisherman,Fly Rod & Reel, and elsewhere. He lives in the Catskills with his wife Judy.