1. 1) What is the primary purpose of the Reach Cast?
2. In lakes, as you descend vertically in the water, a layer of water where the temperature drops significantly is called what?
3. What do you call the area on a fishing rod where two sections are joined together?
4. Before the invention of nylon, what was used to make fly fishing leaders?
5. In fly tying, the material “marabou” typically comes from which of these birds?
6. Which of these rivers is considered by many to be the birthplace of American fly fishing?
7. This famous American fly fishing angler was a pioneer in modern saltwater fly fishing and invented the “Deceiver” fly pattern.
8. What is the primary reason a rapid increase in water temperature creates a dangerous double-jeopardy for trout populations?
9. From a taxonomy perspective, largemouth and smallmouth bass are most closely related to which of the following species?
10. What are three advantages to “CNC machined” aluminum reels over “Die Cast” aluminum reels?
11. Which of these popular trout nymphs utilizes an epoxy-covered wingcase and an abdomen wrapped entirely of wire?
12. Which of the following is a reason to apply a desiccant-style dry fly floatant over a traditional gel-style floatant?
13. Which of the following is *not* an advantage of using a two-handed rod while swinging flies for steelhead?
14. Which of these knots creates a large, non-slipping loop and maintains nearly 100% of the line’s breaking strength?
15. When your fishing buddy snags his fly in the trees, which of the following is an appropriate response?
