Author :
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,3 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Fishes
ISBN : 9781564584922
Contains information over tackle, bait, fly, freshwater fish, saltwater fish, techniques of fishing, streams and rivers.
Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 32,14 MB
Release : 2020-09-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0241490499
Meet Finn the fisherman and his dog, Skip, in this illustrated story ebook for young children that teaches them about plastic pollution and recycling. All Finn wants is to catch a nice, tasty fish for his dinner, but no matter how hard he tries all he seems to catch at the end of his fishing line is the rubbish that is polluting the sea . At the end of the day, Finn and his dog Skip go home with a boat full of rubbish, but their tummies are empty tummies. However, they soon find a way to put the rubbish they have found to good use... This ebook is the ideal introduction for children to the environmental concerns facing our oceans, featuring colourful illustrations and an engaging, light-hearted storyline, drawn and written by Brendan Kearney. Grown-ups and children will enjoy reading together and following the story of Finn and Skip with its ups and downs, and pointing out all the different pieces of rubbish that Finn catches in the ocean in the detailed illustrations. Young readers will love this picture ebook with a timely and ultimately uplifting message about protecting the world around us.
Author : Trevor Housby
Publisher :
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 33,1 MB
Release : 2006-04
Category :
ISBN : 9780756618698
Author : Peter Gathercole
Publisher :
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 41,85 MB
Release : 2000-09-01
Category :
ISBN : 9780789476036
The Dorling Kindersley Encyclopedia of Fishing is the perfect fishing companion and reference source, containing all of the essential information for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. Every kind of equipment, from rods and reels to baits and lures, is shown in full-color photographic spreads. Techniques of fishing from both shore and boat are fully explained in detailed step-by-step illustrations. An 80-page encyclopedic section presents hundreds of fish species from around the world. Never before has there been such a comprehensive and beautiful guide to one of the world's most popular sports.
Author : David Alderton
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 16,3 MB
Release : 2019-02-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1465499652
The most complete owner's manual for keeping all types of freshwater and saltwater fish in indoor tropical and coldwater aquariums and outdoor ponds. Choose the right fish for any water temperature--tropical or coldwater--and for all types of environments, including indoor aquariums or outdoor ponds. Know the difference between keeping saltwater fish and freshwater fish, including differences in aquarium setups, and feeding and caring for your pet fish. Learn to tell whether your fish are healthy and find out everything you need to breed them successfully. The Encyclopedia of Aquarium and Pond Fish contains a huge photographic color reference directory of more than 800 of the most popular fish, not only showing you what they look like, but also giving you key information you need, such as how big they will grow, whether they integrate with different fish, what food they eat, and what water type and temperature they prefer.
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 31,42 MB
Release : 2021-01-05
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0744040930
The ultimate visual guide to all types of knots. Avoid getting yourself into a tangle by following detailed step-by-step instructions that show you how to tie and untie more than 100 knots. Whichever knotty scenario you find yourself in, from in your own garden, to up in the mountains or across seas, this reference book will take you from novice to expert rope tier. Covering more than 100 knots for climbing, sailing, horse-riding, survival camping, and fishing as well as for gardening, DIY, medical, and even decorative purposes. The photographs of every step use strands of rope in different colors - so you can clearly see how to tie each knot. You’ll learn all about the fascinating stories behind how many of these knots were first tied as well as their original functions in this knot tying book. Each knot has simple to follow instructions on the features and benefits and what they can be used for. Includes knots such as figure-of-eights, reef knots, highwayman’s hitches, and monkey’s fists. Find out about techniques like sheer lashing and the constrictor knot. The book begins by teaching you all about rope materials and construction and how to maintain them. At the end of the book the glossary and index so you can easily find just the knot you’re in need of. There are more than 1,000 photographs, illustrations, and artworks. Expert author Des Pawson is a founding member of the International Guild of Knot Tyers. One-Stop Practical Guide to Tying and Using Knots Knots: The Complete Visual Guide is arranged by chapters covering Stopper Knots, Binding Knots, Bends, Hitches, Loops, Plaits & Sennits, and Splices & Whippings. It also includes detailed instructions for over 100 knots and fantastic beginner guides to help boy scouts, girl scouts, first-time climbers and everything in between become experienced campers, sailors, and mountaineers. Inside this visual guide, you’ll find: • Accessible text and tables that explain the features and benefits of each knot • Sequence spreads display the top five knots you need for a range of purposes, from sailing and fishing to gardening and gift-wrapping • Fun facts about the oldest knots and their history • Essential information on how to choose the best rope to use and how to maintain them More from DK Books: Don’t miss out on more fascinating visual reference books! Look for The Complete Sailing Manual, How to Garden, and The Survival Handbook from DK Books to build on your new-found knot skills.
Author : Michael Lück
Publisher : CABI
Page : 597 pages
File Size : 32,60 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1845933508
Marine tourism has become one of the fastest growing areas within the tourism industry. With the increased use of marine environments comes the need for informed planning and sustainable management as well as for the education and training of planners, managers and operators. Combining the disciplines of marine scientists and tourism researchers, this encyclopedia will bring together the terms, concepts and theories related to recreational and tourism activities in marine settings. Entries range from short definitions to medium and long articles.
Author : Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Publisher :
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 12,35 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Fishes
ISBN : 9781405363884
This lavishly illustrated visual encyclopedia gives narrative descriptions and explanation with charts, boxes, tables, and color photographs of equipment and clothing, fishing techniques, and species of game fish. Divided into sections on tackle, bait, flies, fish, techniques, and water, the encyclopedia dials with both freshwater and saltwater fishing. The table of contents, and both general and scientific name indexes provide good access to the information. This is both a browsing and reference item.
Author : Max Editorial
Publisher : Editora Bibliomundi
Page : 70 pages
File Size : 42,72 MB
Release : 2023-06-06
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1526031809
LIGHTNING PROMOTION ””””””””””””””””””””””””””” Whatever the reason you had for picking up these pages, to learn more about fishing, and game fishing, specifically with an all-time angling favorite embedded in the aptly titled: Bass Fishing, 101: How To Catch The Next Big One, you are sure to find a quenching reprieve. Still your thirst for knowledge and any bass fishing pursuit, challenge or battle, you will or might face in your lifetime, right here. There is something for everyone in this book!If your main interest, is improving your ability to catch Bass, increasing, (and maybe) even stacking the odds in your favor of succeeding time and again, every time, in this angling equation and any future expeditions you plan to undertake, then this book has something of value to offer you.When you are on the hunt for Bass, knowing the basics is like the lifeblood of your strategy, bringing your chances alive with every cast!ALSO, discover and develop YOUR OWN sportsman-like, angling style and character, while gradually building your appreciation and understanding of the great outdoors, as part of your fishing experience.We present a practical approach to the intricacies and complexities involved in this popular sport. We hope that this is captured well by the short title: Bass Fishing 101: How to Catch the Next Big One.Our focus, approach, aims and goals are simple – the basis and premise even simpler: learn the basics, get them right, consistently, with skill and mastery, and they will eventually lead you to catching all the Bass you can possibly want or handle!This book, too, will help you:How is the sea bass meat?How big is the sea bass?Where to find sea bass fish?
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 31,24 MB
Release : 2021-07-20
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0744047242
The ultimate visual guide for children passionate about all things equine, covering just about anything and everything horse related Calling all horse lovers! This horse book for kids is a one-stop-shop for equine knowledge, from their history, anatomy, breeds, how to care for them, their social significance, and more! Inside the pages of this children’s book about all things equestrian you will find: • Informative features on all the major horse and pony breeds from the enormous Dutch Draught Horse to the tiny Argentine Falabella • Beautiful images of magnificent horses found across the world • Lessons about the usefulness of horses across different cultures from sport, shows, traditions, and celebrations, to transport, police work, and even shrimp-fishing! • Extensive information and step-by-step instructions on how to ride these magnificent animals and horse care From the difference between horses and ponies to why horses sleep standing up, this comprehensive guide explores every horsey topic you could want to explore! Colorful photographs and pictures on every page include many different horses and pony breeds, from Shetland ponies, shire horses, and thoroughbreds and highlights their importance in our world today. Kids will learn how to care for horses and understand them, covering topics such as grooming a horse, how to muck out a stable, and looking after tack. The book also explores horse skills and will answer questions about riding horses and ponies, such as what dressage is, how to steer a horse, and much more!
