A Fly Fishing Guide to Colorado's Indian Peaks Wilderness Area

A fully Illustrated guide to over 120 destinations

Steven Schweitzer & Michael Kruise

Covers one hundred and twenty stream, river and lake fishing destinations in IPWA. Beautifully illustrated with color photographs, topographic maps and detailed diagrams. Includes over fifty favorite fly patterns used by local guides and experts.

"The word 'comprehensive' is often overused, but it's the best word to describe this wonderful guide to the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area. Mike and Steve have done an amazing job of laying out every detail to ensure not only a great trip but to also provide helpful fodder for late night planning and dreaming." -- Charlie Craven

Pixachrome Publishing, Berthoud CO 2014
Paperback 159 pages
9 x 6 in.

Condition - As new. No sign of wear.

Contents

Acknowledgements
Figures & Tables
How to Use This Guide
Foreword
IPWA & Brainard Lake Maps

Section I     - Wilderness Overview
Section II    - Hiking & Camping
Section III   - Fishing in IPWA
Sections IV - Trout in IPWA

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3 & 4

Area 5

Area 6

Area 7

Effective Fly Patterns

Appendix

Index

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Col. Robert Venables 1662

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