Trout on the Veld

A seminal work focusing on trout fishing in South Africa, particularly during the 1970s and earlier. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the practices, challenges and philosophies surrounding trout angling in the region. Meintjes advocates for techniques influenced by British stillwater anglers, emphasising the use of floating lines, long leaders and imitative flies. This approach contrasts with the traditional South African method of sinking-line lure fishing prevalent in local lakes at the time. The book delves into various aspects of trout behaviour and fishing strategies, with chapters covering topics such as:

• Basic principles of stillwater fly fishing
• Feeding patterns
• The role of frogs in trout diet
• Aggressive trout tendencies
• The dichotomy of trout behaviour
• Effective use of flies, nymphs and other lures
• Strategies for deep and midwater trout
• Insights into brown vs rainbow trout
• River fishing techniques
• Fisheries management and stocking practices
• Pursuing larger trout specimens

Hardcover, 96 pages, 21cm x 15cm.

Good condition.