The Orvis Fly-Fishing Guide, Revised

The single most trusted introduction to fly fishing, now in a revised edition with over 400 full-color photographs and illustrations. Tom Rosenbauer’s guide has sold more than 300,000 copies because it does what most fly fishing books fail to do: it assumes you know nothing and builds your understanding from the ground up.

Why Start Here

Rosenbauer has written many books, but this is the one that defines his contribution to the sport. It covers everything from rigging your first rod to advanced presentation techniques, freshwater and saltwater, streams and stillwater. The writing is clear, patient, and backed by decades of experience teaching beginners. If you only read one Rosenbauer book, this is the one.

What to Expect

A comprehensive 408-page reference that works both as a cover-to-cover read for beginners and a dip-in resource for experienced anglers. The revised edition benefits from modern photography and updated gear recommendations. Rosenbauer’s conversational tone makes even technical subjects feel approachable.