Favorite Flies for Vermont: 50 Essential Patterns from Local Experts
Master Vermont's diverse waters with 50 essential fly patterns selected and tested by one of the state's most respected guides.

"Drew is one of the best fly tiers I know . . . . And he has canvassed his extensive network to share the best fly patterns Vermont has to offer with you. Whether you fish in Vermont or anywhere else in the world, you’ll find some real value here, curated by a master of his craft." —Tom Rosenbauer, The Orvis Company

From the legendary trout streams that made Vermont a fly fishing destination and home of Orvis to the unexplored smallmouth bass and bowfin waters of Lake Champlain, this comprehensive collection unlocks the secrets of fishing the Green Mountain State. Expert guide Drew Price, featured guest on River Monsters, shares his carefully curated selection of must-have patterns that work across Vermont's varied waters.

Each fly pattern includes:
  • High-resolution photos and detailed recipes for precise tying
  • Insider fishing tips and rigging techniques
  • Historical significance and development stories
  • Seasonal and situational fishing strategies

More than just a pattern book, this is your essential companion for exploring Vermont's world-class fishing opportunities, from classic trout streams to emerging trophy waters for landlocked salmon, pike, and bass. Whether you're planning your first Vermont fishing trip or have been casting these waters for decades, these 50 proven patterns will help you fish more successfully in all conditions.
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Favorite Flies for Vermont: 50 Essential Patterns from Local Experts
Master Vermont's diverse waters with 50 essential fly patterns selected and tested by one of the state's most respected guides.

"Drew is one of the best fly tiers I know . . . . And he has canvassed his extensive network to share the best fly patterns Vermont has to offer with you. Whether you fish in Vermont or anywhere else in the world, you’ll find some real value here, curated by a master of his craft." —Tom Rosenbauer, The Orvis Company

From the legendary trout streams that made Vermont a fly fishing destination and home of Orvis to the unexplored smallmouth bass and bowfin waters of Lake Champlain, this comprehensive collection unlocks the secrets of fishing the Green Mountain State. Expert guide Drew Price, featured guest on River Monsters, shares his carefully curated selection of must-have patterns that work across Vermont's varied waters.

Each fly pattern includes:
  • High-resolution photos and detailed recipes for precise tying
  • Insider fishing tips and rigging techniques
  • Historical significance and development stories
  • Seasonal and situational fishing strategies

More than just a pattern book, this is your essential companion for exploring Vermont's world-class fishing opportunities, from classic trout streams to emerging trophy waters for landlocked salmon, pike, and bass. Whether you're planning your first Vermont fishing trip or have been casting these waters for decades, these 50 proven patterns will help you fish more successfully in all conditions.
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Favorite Flies for Vermont: 50 Essential Patterns from Local Experts

Favorite Flies for Vermont: 50 Essential Patterns from Local Experts

by Drew Price
Favorite Flies for Vermont: 50 Essential Patterns from Local Experts

Favorite Flies for Vermont: 50 Essential Patterns from Local Experts

by Drew Price

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Master Vermont's diverse waters with 50 essential fly patterns selected and tested by one of the state's most respected guides.

"Drew is one of the best fly tiers I know . . . . And he has canvassed his extensive network to share the best fly patterns Vermont has to offer with you. Whether you fish in Vermont or anywhere else in the world, you’ll find some real value here, curated by a master of his craft." —Tom Rosenbauer, The Orvis Company

From the legendary trout streams that made Vermont a fly fishing destination and home of Orvis to the unexplored smallmouth bass and bowfin waters of Lake Champlain, this comprehensive collection unlocks the secrets of fishing the Green Mountain State. Expert guide Drew Price, featured guest on River Monsters, shares his carefully curated selection of must-have patterns that work across Vermont's varied waters.

Each fly pattern includes:
  • High-resolution photos and detailed recipes for precise tying
  • Insider fishing tips and rigging techniques
  • Historical significance and development stories
  • Seasonal and situational fishing strategies

More than just a pattern book, this is your essential companion for exploring Vermont's world-class fishing opportunities, from classic trout streams to emerging trophy waters for landlocked salmon, pike, and bass. Whether you're planning your first Vermont fishing trip or have been casting these waters for decades, these 50 proven patterns will help you fish more successfully in all conditions.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780811773966
Publisher: Globe Pequot Publishing
Publication date: 11/18/2025
Series: Favorite Flies
Pages: 136
Product dimensions: 7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.85(d)

About the Author

Drew Price owns and operates a guiding business focused mostly on the Lake Champlain area (masterclassangling.com/). He has been featured on several TV shows including River Monsters with Jeremy Wade and Meat Eater’s Das Boat. He has also been published in American Fly Fishing, Orvis News, and other publications. He lives in Charlotte, Vermont.

 

Table of Contents

Foreword by Tom Rosenbauer
Introduction
Flies
Atherton Number Two Nymph
Big Rol’s Hair Bug
B.L.T
BWO Cripple
Caddis Humpy
Capsey’s Smallmouth Jiggy
Carp Champ
CDC Rabbit’s Foot Emerger
Champ Changer Craw
Diving Baetis
Eck Caddis
Feather Changer Bugger
Forked-Tail Caddis
Gambit
Gar Champ
General T
Glow Clouser Minnow
Governor Aiken Bucktail
Green Mountain Bastard
Grouse and Flash
Hare’s Ear Pheasant Tail
Hex Hybrid Comparadun
Hi-Vis Coachman
Joe’s Mini Crayfish Jig
KTMT
Lamoille River Muskrat
Little Spear
Mansfield Hex
Matt’s Salmon Wet Fly
Min’s Purple and Black
Mop Stonefly
Mr. Bow-Regard
October Prince
Para Beetle
Pike Champ
PK’s Crafty Swinger
Pyne’s Pond Emerger
Rabbit Changer
Red Glass Bead Zebra Midge
The Reddie (Red Hornberg)
Resurrection
Roland’s Caddis Variant
Simple Jig Stonefly Nymph
Soft-Hackle October Caddis
Spirit of Pittsford Mills
Stoneselfly
Sunday Perch Dinner
Tenkara CDC Caddis
TR Deep Pupa
Up-Winged Caddis Emerger
Vermont Hare’s Ear Caddis
White Whistle
Wiley Coyote
 
Local Resources
Bibliography
Acknowledgements
About the Author
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