New Zealand has a worldwide reputation as a fly fisher's paradise. Renowned author and trout-fishing specialist John Kent has selected 20 of the very best lakes, covering both the North and South islands, and presents here, complete with stunning photography by David Hallett, a complete guide to New Zealand's premier fly fishing spots. At once a 'how to' fly fishing book and a celebration of the beauty of New Zealand'' outdoors, Fly Fishing in New Zealand Lakes captures the essence of the angling way of life. John Kent and David Hallett's Classic Fly Fishing in New Zealand Rivers won the Lifestyle & Contemporary Culture category at the 2004 Montana New Zealand Book Awards.

Author Biography

Dr John Kent was born in Christchurch and is a retired general medical practitioner. John, an avid angler for sixty years, is a widely published author: North Island Trout Fishing Guide, New Zealand's Top Trout Fishing Waters (with Patti Magnano Madsen), South Island Trout Fishing Guide, Up the Creek with John Kent: Stories from New Zealand's Great Outdoors and Classic Fly Fishing in New Zealand Rivers (with David Hallett). He lives in Christchurch. David Hallett is official photographer for The Press newspaper. His publications include Moods of New Zealand Fly Fishing, Classic Fly Fishing in New Zealand Rivers and Fiordland: New Zealand's Untouched Wilderness (with Yvonne Martin). He lives in Christchurch.