Bugs, that is. Fish call them food. We have all sorts of fancy names to describe and classify insects. I guess that's fine if one really needs to know precisely what something is. But remember, trout only speak food and really prefer eating it.

Let's cover some bug basics to get going. You'll find several offers of booklets, pamphlets and cards for sale. Use them as references to answer questions, or carry the laminated cards when you fish as a reminder.