Many outdoorsmen would say that fishing for landlocked salmon is one of the most thrilling fishing challenges there is, especially when guided by noted outdoor writer Al Raychard.A Maine native, Al Raychard (author of Fly Fishing in Maine, Flying in for Trout, and numerous articles on trout and salmon fishing topics), spent five years preparing this tribute to the magnificent game fish -the Landlocked Salmon. As author Raychard says: This book is a result of years of experimentation, frustration, successes, and failures in a quest to find the thrill that only a salmon can give. Of all the species I have caught, none has excited me quite as deeply as Salmo salar.

Noted angler and sportsman, Al Raychard, has written a comprehensive guide for fly-in fishing trips to the most remote ponds, lakes, rivers, and watersheds of Maine, Quebec, and Labrador. Many of these prime fishing spots its can best-or only- be reached by plane and floatplane. Advice on where, how, and when to go to catch that trophy-size fish round out this practical and information-packed book. Flying-in for Trout is the book to plan the fishing trip of a lifetime.

For enthusiasts who want to try a new kind of fishing or for those who want to sharpen their skills.

Maine has the most diverse fly fishing opportunities in New England and is a popular destination for anglers seeking trout, landlocked salmon, striped bass, and a host of other game fish. This guide to the state’s best fly fishing covers rivers and streams, ponds and lakes, and salt water, also includes extensive information on backcountry ponds and other out of-the-way places. In addition to the top fishing destinations, author Bob Mallard covers a lot of fascinating Maine angling history and includes chapters on the fish species and conservation. With contributions by a who’s who list of Maine writers including Emily Bastian, William Clunie, Will Lund, Bill Sheldon, George Smith, Ted Williams, V. Paul Reynolds, and King Montgomery, this book is sure to be a valuable resource for resident and visitor alike.

Includes entries for maps and atlases.