BOOKS ABOUT FISHING

McClane's New Standard Fishing Encyclopedia and International Angling

By: A. J. McClane, Richard E. Younger

Encompassing all methods of fresh and saltwater angling - ranging from giant marlin to panfish - this illustrated A-Z guide fully cross-references its more than 6,000 entries. Both scientific and common names established by the American Fisheries Society are included. There are major articles on Algae, Big-game Fishing, Fish Diseases and Parasites, Lures, Rod-Building, and many other topics. Scores of biographies - of outstanding fishing authors and scientists - make this book a veritable Who's Who of the fishing world. Global coverage provides the fisherman traveler not only with information on fish specific to the region, but with hints on what tackle to use and how to procure the appropriate licenses. With tourist information as well as choice angling locations for all fifty states, all provinces of Canada, and throughout Europe, Latin America, Africa, the Caribbean, Bahamas, New Zealand, and Australia, this is the touring fisherman's guidebook.

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100 Years of Fishing

By: Voyageur Press

Gone fishin'." Those two words evoke countless memories: Dangling your feet off a dock on a lazy summer afternoon while fishing for sunnies with a cane pole. Dad or grandpa patiently showing you how to clean your catch. The romance of fly fishing; cool winds rippling deep pool waters. Bonding with friends in the close comfort of an ice house. In these days of dizzying "progress" run rampant in an uncertain world, those two words--"Gone fishin'"--can be a source of great comfort. No matter how frenzied our buttoned-down life gets, it's nice to know you can always leave the hustle of the world and simply go fishing.

From seas to streams, from rivers to lakes, anglers--young and old, male and female--have made this a popular pastime across the nation. We've reeled in the highest-caliber stories and artwork to celebrate the past 100 years of our fishing tradition. Whether you're a serious enthusiast or an angler who just enjoys being close to nature, you'll treasure this spectacular anthology. You'll enjoy stories and essays from such well-known authors as Zane Grey, Sigurd Olson, Ernest Hemingway, Robert Ruark, Patrick McManus, Norman Maclean, and Jimmy Carter, combined with historical and current photos of fishing. Stunning fishing collectibles, lure catalogs, ads, and other memorabilia round out this volume.

Arranged in chronological order, these stories cover virtually every style of fishing: fly, surf, deep sea, river, stream, lake, and ice fishing. Many types of fish are also covered, including trout, salmon, walleye, northern pike, muskie, bass, panfish, and saltwater fish. Put up a "Gone fishin'" sign and dive right in!

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Advanced Custom Rod Building

By: Dale P. Clemens

This is by far the finest and most comprehensive work regarding custom rod building. The information is well organized and clearly presented. This text rivals many college textbooks as far as the amount and value of information to the rod builder. If you could only have 1 book on this subject, this would be it.

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Baja Catch, 3rd Ed.: A Fishing, Travel and Remote Camping Manual for Baja California

By: Neil Kelly, Gene Kira

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Fly Fishing For DummiesŪ

By: Peter Kaminsky

Lured by the art of fly fishing? This all-encompassing guide will have you reeling them in your first time out! With down-to-earth language and scaled-up wit, Fly Fishing For Dummies tackles your gear needs, illustrates the proper techniques for fly tying and casting, and even shows you the best places to go fly fishing. Whether you're getting your waders wet for the first time or are a veteran angler out to net some new tricks, Fly Fishing For Dummies is a definite keeper!

Catch the bug and get hooked for life:

-Identify the best fish to fly fish for -- from rainbow trout to black marlin

-Choose the right rod, reel, and gear to land the fish you're after

-Master all the casting styles you'll ever need

-Tie your own flies or choose premade ones proven to get results

-Improve your catch-and-release techniques with helpful illustrations

-Learn how to "read" the water to locate the fish

-Continue your education through recommended references and online resources

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Salt Water Fishing Tactics : Learn from the Experts at Salt Water Sportsman Magazine

By: Barry Gibson

Using articles from "Salt Water Sportsman" magazine along with new materials, this book offers a combination of hard how-to information and general interest information. The format of the book focuses on selected popular species in four subject areas: general information, on-shore, off-shore, and in-shore techniques. 50 illustrations.

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