In This Issue

FEATURES

An Interview with Lefty
His own words and what others say about him provide evidence of his courteous goodwill.
BY SHANNON FARLOW

Requiem for the Rainbow
Is Idaho’s rainbow-suppression program actually working?
BY BOOTS ALLEN

Pattern of Success
The patterns of baitfish and currents can help you discern the ways of striped bass.
BY TOM KEER

CLOSER LOOK
Giant Trevally
The “Gangster of the Flats” is the top saltwater game fish of the Indo-Pacific region and a species that has humbled many fly fishers.
BY PHILIP MONAHAN

Keep It Simple
Some truths to help you navigate the waters and choices associated with fly angling.
BY AARON JASPER

Chasing the Dragon
Dragon Tails display a slinky, lifelike action in the water— and few fish species can resist.
BY PHILIP MONAHAN

EXPEDITIONS
The Stuff of Dreams
Islas Secas, for that one epic fishing trip.
BY REID BRYANT

DEPARTMENTS 

• Editor’s Page BY RUSS LUMPKIN
• Headwaters
• History BY WILL RYAN
• Sweet Spot PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHIP LAUGHTON
• Natural Reflections BY TED FAUCEGLIA
• Fly Tyer® BY SCOTT SANCHEZ
• Waterlines BY ED MITCHELL

COVER: Bernard “Lefty” Kreh (2/26/1925–3/14/2018), WWII veteran, teacher, great guy, fly fishing legend. Photography by Barry & Cathy Beck