Megan Boyd - The story of a Salmon Flydresser

Discover the enchanting story of Megan Boyd, one of the world's preeminent salmon fly dressers, in this beautifully illustrated hardback book. Authored by Derek Mills and Jimmy Younger, 'Megan Boyd - The Story of a Salmon Flydresser' invites readers into the serene world of this skilled artisan, whose mastery in fly tying is celebrated across the globe. Born in 1915 in the picturesque Highlands of Scotland, Megan's artistic journey began at just twelve years old, where she learned the delicate craft of fly tying that would later earn her fame. With every feather-wing fly she crafted, her reputation for creating extraordinarily durable flies grew, making them favorites among anglers every fishing season. This compelling narrative offers readers an intimate glimpse into her life, showcasing how she lived in a quaint cottage by the River Brora without modern conveniences until the 1980s. As visitors flocked to her home to marvel at her craftsmanship, Boyd's legendary skills transformed the fishing experience for countless anglers seeking salmon. 'Megan Boyd - The Story of a Salmon Flydresser' is essential reading for anyone passionate about fly fishing, craftsmanship, or the art of storytelling. This hardback edition, measuring 138 x 216 mm and containing 128 pages, provides an unforgettable tribute to a true legend in the angling community. Capture the spirit of fly dressing and the serene beauty of Scotland with this exquisite book available at Smartfox NZ.

Author: Derek Mills & Jimmy Younger Publisher: Merlin Unwin Books
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 138 x 216 mm
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 20-09-2016

Megan Boyd is considered to be one of the world's finest salmon fly tyers and she is the subject of the US film 'Kiss the Water'. She was born in 1915, and was bought up in the Highlands of Scotland where her father was a bailiff on the River Brora. She began taking flytying lessons at the age of twelve and soon gained a reputation for tying beautiful feather-wing flies which were extra-ordinarily durable and lasted many seasons. In 1935, at the age of twenty, Megan left home and moved into a small cottage near Brora where she lived without electricity or running water until the 1980s. Visiting anglers from all over the world who came to fish the Highland rivers for salmon would stop by her cottage to watch her tie flies and place orders.