The Fresh-water Fisherman's Bible


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How, when, and where to catch freshwater fish, information on tackle, baits, casting.




Bass Fisherman's Bible


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One of the most recognized names in publications for outdoor enthusiasts, Outdoor Bibles offer expert, informatively illustrated guidance for novices and experienced sportsmen alike. B & W photographs and illustrations throughout.




The Freshwater Fisherman's Bible


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Describes the habitat, distribution, and physical characteristics of more than thirty fish species, and details the equipment and techniques used to land each of them.




Fisherman's Bible


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In the tradition of the bestselling Shooter’s Bible, Skyhorse Publishing presents the Fisherman’s Bible, the most complete reference guide for new fishing equipment and its specifications. Anglers will only need one book—now in its second year—to discover all the new gear on the market as well as to look up specs on accessories currently in production. A comprehensive full-color feature on new products includes large photographs of every rod, reel, and lure with extensive product details and feature listings. In addition to the latest gear, the Fisherman’s Bible offers thousands of rods, reels, lures, and lines that have been in production and are currently on the market. All products are divided by spin, spin casting, bait casting, and fly fishing, and further separated into freshwater and saltwater. Nearly every fishing gear manufacturer in the world is included in this unique compendium. With an introduction highlighting the hottest new products on the market, as well as timely features on such informative topics as new trends in fishing, a beginner’s guide to fishing, and what and where to fish (popular species and prevailing methods), the Fisherman’s Bible is an essential authority for any beginner or experienced angler, wherever he or she may live or choose to fish. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for fishermen. Our books for anglers include titles that focus on fly fishing, bait fishing, fly-casting, spin casting, deep sea fishing, and surf fishing. Our books offer both practical advice on tackle, techniques, knots, and more, as well as lyrical prose on fishing for bass, trout, salmon, crappie, baitfish, catfish, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.




Trout


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The most highly prized of all North American gamefish deserves a book like Trout: The Complete Guide - New Revised Edition Trout is the most popular species for fly anglers. The avid angler is looking for good fish biology as well as strategies and skills. More than 350 photos complement the clear, concise, how-to text. Here is everything you need to know to successfully choose the right presentation for any situation on the trout stream, inlcuding catching trout with flies, artificial lures and live bait. Chapters include: Understanding Trout & Salmon Equipment Fly Fishing Techniques Spinning & Baitcasting Hooking, Playing & Landing Techniques for Special Waters Fishing for Trophies Catch-and-Release Blue-Ribbon Trout Streams







Insider Tips for Fishing in Lakes and Ponds


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At any local pond or freshwater lake, you will likely find someone fishing. Millions of people in North America enjoy fishing in a wide variety of lakes and ponds. Sunfish, perch, walleye, and northern pike are just a few of the many species caught from these bodies of water. What is the best time of day or year to fish? What's the best bait? Do different fish live in different depths of water? Do you need a fishing license? This resource will prepare readers for a rewarding day in nature, whether they are catching their next meal or practicing catch-and-release.




Troutsmith


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In this collection of fishing essays, the author takes readers under the surface of this ancient sport, casting a spell of water-magic. Although trout are central to many of the stories, bluegills, bass, and other warm-water fish also grace these pages. The author writes about fly-tying, collecting fishing literature, journaling, and traveling in a way that makes the book a varied meditation on fishing and the outdoors.




Hunting and Fishing for Sport


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Sociologist Hummel chides the social sciences for shying away from a study of sport hunting and fishing, describes the views of hunters and fishers and animal rights activists, compares how fishing for different species has been changed differently by technological innovations, recounts his own experiences at seven commercial gamefields, and analyzes the portrayal of hunting and fishing in popular films and boys' adventure books. Paper edition (unseen), $18.95. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR




MotorBoating


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