How to Freshwater Fish Like a Pro


Book Description

With this "How-to" guide, readers will learn all the basic knowledge of freshwater fishing and what essentials are needed to making a first time fishing experience a success. From supplies and safety to picking a spot and actually fishing, readers will learn what's needed to become a skilled freshwater fisherman.




How to Freshwater Fish Like a Pro


Book Description

With this "How-to" guide, readers will learn all the basic knowledge of freshwater fishing and what essentials are needed to making a first time fishing experience a success. From supplies and safety to picking a spot and actually fishing, readers will learn what's needed to become a skilled freshwater fisherman.




How to Camp Like a Pro


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With this "How-to" guide, readers will learn all the basic knowledge of camping and the important components that will make a first time camping trip a success. Between picking a location and setting up camp to the necessary gear and supplies, readers will learn everything needed to become a skilled camper.




How to Hike Like a Pro


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With this "How-to" guide, readers will learn all the basic knowledge of hiking and the necessary skills and supplies needed to make a new hiker ready to make a fun-filled and safe hike. From etiquette to necessary gear to food and safety, readers will learn what is needed to become a skilled hiker.




How to Canoe and Kayak Like a Pro


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With this "How-to" guide, readers will learn all the basic knowledge of canoeing and kayaking and the important aspects of each. Between the terminology and necessary gear to reading the water and safety rules, readers will learn what is needed to become a skilled canoer and kayaker.




Fishing for Dummies


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Make fishing easier and more rewarding every time you pick up your rod and reel No one can promise that you will catch fish all the time. For as long as we've been catching fish, fish have been outsmarting us. But there are tips and pointers that even the most seasoned anglers can pick up! Fishing For Dummies helps you prepare for what awaits beyond the shore. From trout to carp and bass to bonefish, you'll get coverage of the latest and greatest techniques to fish like a pro. The latest in fishing line and equipment technology, including new electronics and gadgets An expanded section on casting methods for spinning tackle and bait casting 8 pages of full-color fish illustrations If you're one of the millions of people who enjoy fishing, whether for fun or sport, this hands-on, friendly guide gives you everything you need to keep "The Big One" from getting away!




Ken Schultz's Field Guide to Saltwater Fish


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The definitive field guide to North American saltwater fish-from the absolute authority on sportfishing Before you head out to the open seas, listen up: Your tackle box is not complete without Ken Schultz's Field Guide to Saltwater Fish! Written by one of the foremost experts in sportfishing, this colorful reference provides anglers and fish enthusiasts of all levels an easy-to-use, indispensable guide to help you identify and learn about the most common species found off the North American coastlines-from albacore to yellowtail. Based on the award-winning reference book Ken Schultz's Fishing Encyclopedia, this handy field guide compresses the essence of its bestselling predecessor into a more manageable, compact size. Arranged alphabetically by species, each entry covers the identification, size/age, distribution, habitat, life history/behavior, and feeding habits of each fish. This fully illustrated, full-color guide makes it easy to identify what's at the end of your line. You'll learn how to distinguish an Atlantic mackerel from a Spanish mackerel, for instance; why you might mistake a cobia for a shark or a remora; how the red grouper's saddle spot will help you tell it apart from a Nassau grouper; and so much more. Written for the 16 million people who enjoy saltwater fishing, Ken Schultz's Field Guide to Saltwater Fish features: 227 of the most common saltwater fish Large, full-color illustrations to help you identify your catch Approachable organization in a compact, take-along size A comprehensive glossary that explains the terms used in the species profiles Overview and anatomy sections written in layman's terms Ken Schultz's Field Guide to Saltwater Fish is a must-have for any fan of America's favorite pastime: fishing!




Fishing


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One of humanity’s oldest methods of obtaining food is also a way of life and one of our most ancient past-times: fishing. This book introduces young readers to fishing basics, explores the differences between freshwater and saltwater fishing, and offers a detailed discussion of equipment and safety. Environmentally and ecologically sound fishing practices are also discussed in a volume that is sure to be enjoyed by both novices and experienced anglers who desire a refresher course in skills, techniques, and preparation.




Fishing For Dummies


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Created especially for Australian customer! This book puts more fish on your line! Want to dangle a line anywhere in Australia or New Zealand? On the way to becoming a successful angler, discover how to choose your tackle confidently, master rigs and knots, read your fishing environment, cast efficiently and take home more fish for the table — all while fishing with safety and sustainability in mind. Find expert guidance — absorb Steve Starling's insider knowledge of fishing to develop your angling skills Build your fishing kit — discover how to choose the right tackle for the right fish, competently and without waste Increase your fishing knowledge — take advantage of myriad tips about constructing effective rigs Hone your craft — match your bait to the fish, cast with ease and reel 'em in Take on sustainability — immerse yourself in the new age of fishing; catch only what you need Prepare your catch — improve your skills in all areas of fish preparation, from gutting to filleting with ease Cook like a pro — practise the art of simplicity in the kitchen to retain and release those wondrous fish flavours Investigate ten top fishing spots — take a trip to Steve Starling's top fishing spots in Australia and New Zealand Open the book and find: How to target Aussie/Kiwi saltwater and freshwater fish Techniques to rig your gear likea pro Pointers on selecting the best baits, lures and flies Ways to tie reliable knots — in all weathers and in the dark Tips on casting all types of fishing tackle The right way to release your fish Ideas on how to contribute to fishing sustainability A guide to your own style of angling: Jetty rat, estuary or ...