Fishing, angling Books
Derrydale Press Tigers of the Sea
Book SynopsisLong before shark attacks made headlines from New Jersey to Florida, Tigers of the Sea explored the depths of the oceans in search of all types of sharks, many species of which had yet to be discovered. This classic of the sea from 1936 not only describes the biology and habitat of the various new species, but also provides information on tackle, bait, and methods of fishing for sharks. Given the reputation of the author's subject, each chapter is filled with thrilling discoveries and breathtaking moments-and narrow escapes.
£14.24
Rowman & Littlefield Bush Pilot Angler
Book SynopsisMost people know the late Lee Wulff as the world's foremost salmon angler. Few, if any, think of him as a skilled bush pilot and explorer. But he was both, as Lee reveals in this extraordinary memoir. Based on an unpublished manuscript that was rediscovered only recently by his widow, Joan Wulff, this book tells the story of Lee's years pioneering the Atlantic salmon and brook trout fisheries on the remote coasts of northeastern Newfoundland and Labrador. Having established a handful of outpost sporting camps by boat, Wulff quickly realized that getting clients and supplies in and out efficiently would require an airplane. So he cut a deal with Piper Aircraft and learned to fly a new bright-yellow J-3 Cub equipped with floats. Throughout the late 1940s and early 1950s, he ferried his sports one-by-one into isolated lakes and rivers where the fishing went beyond their wildest dreams. Soar with Wulff through unpredictable mountain gusts, low over muskeg bogs, and blind through thick fog and smothering darkness. Meet his sons, Barry and Allan, and feel their father's pride as both become good anglers and valuable contributors to the operation of the camps. Get to know the warm, hard-working Newfoundlanders recruited as guides and camp staff. And share salmon pools with some of World War II's most notable generals, who fished with Lee during brief breaks from the horrors of the European front. Bush Pilot Angler is an unforgettable story of courage, flying, love, and fishing. It is a fitting tribute to Lee Wulff, an extraordinary man who fought tirelessly for the conversation of his beloved Atlantic salmon in Newfoundland and throughout North America.
£12.99
Taylor Trade Publishing When the Wild Calls: Wilderness Reflections from
Book SynopsisRecently anointed "the master of the short outdoor essay" by no less than Gray's Sporting Journal, Jack Kulpa picks up where his award-winning book True North leaves off, somewhere in the Wisconsin woods where "the calling is a simple and uncomplicated thing; but like the mists of a brooding bog it can also be a riddle—cryptic deep, and filled with mystery." This new collection, drawn from work that appeared in such magazines as Field and Stream, Sports Afield, and Sporting Classics, contains thirty-two essays organized into four parts: "Lakes and Streams;" "Forests and Fields;" "Tail Feathers and Backlash;" and "Home from the Hill." While the essays address a variety of topics, each is inspired by what the author refers to as "the silent places where we have heard the wild calling."Trade ReviewPeople who want to learn how to troll for dolphin or catch bigger kingfish won't get that here. When the Wild Calls is for those who appreciate good writing, artful storytelling and throughtful examinations of why we love wild places and the creatures that live there. -- Steve Waters * Sun-Sentinel *Kulpa reveals a compelling sensitivity for nature and for hunting and fishing throughout his beautifully written book. * Sporting Classics *
£17.09
Taylor Trade Publishing True North: Reflections on Fishing and Life Well
Book SynopsisIn this poetic collection of outdoor essays, author Jack Kulpa brings the wonders of the wilderness to his readers and skillfully relates his passion for the solitary art of fishing. Whether used as a metaphor for the triumphs and tribulations of his life or only a medium for meditation and supreme enjoyment of the outdoors, Kulpa's rich passages on his favorite past time open a window to the heart of a fisherman. With beautiful prose True North explores the wonders of the north woods of Wisconsin with its magnificent lakes and rivers. As is appropriate for this thoughtful memoir, the chapters are organized by seasons, each with its own fishing trials and gifts. Kulpa's encounters with walleye, pike and trout, as well as his fellow fisherman provide a relaxing source of introspection and give readers a hankering for some wholesome soul searching in the north woods.Trade ReviewRare is the individual who has his or her hand on the pulse and rhythms in nature, who truly understands its marvelous intricacy and infinite complexity. Rarer yet is a writer like Jack Kulpa who can convey all of that in such a way that his stories, like our own memories, remain with us-forever. -- Chuck Wechsler * Sporting Classics *Kulpa evokes the mystery, the grandeus and the wonder of the Nothwoods. This collection of 34 stories and essays set in the Lake Superior country deserves all the recognition it can get. It's that good. * Sporting Classics *We no longer recognize silence for what it is, what it does, or why it is necessary. We think of it as a pause in the din, instead of what was there before bedlam. Carlyle observed that "Silence is the element in which great things fashion themselves." Without silence there can be no dreaming: without dreams, there is no great ness. * Sporting Classics *...True North includes what Kulpa believes is his finest work on the subject of fishing. Divided into four sections named after the spring, summer, fall, and winter seasons, "True North" contains 34 essays on all things fishing. Kulpa's knack for writing vivid pieces places the reader in the scene he is writing about, making the essay seem more real and very difficult to put down. * The Daily Telegram- Lifestyles *The book is a delight, both for those who fish and for those who just appreciate good writing. * Wisconsin State Journal *A collection of 34 stories and essays, most set in Lake Superior Country, True North celebrates the places fishing takes us- in body, in spirit, in imagination, for all their bright, quick beauty, are only one of many possible measures of the experience. -- Tom Davis * Wisconsin Trails *Far more than just a fishing book, it is a collection of thoughtful and evocative tales from a middle-aged narrartor who knows the virtues of silence and solitude. Sometimes melancholy, occasionally hilarious, it describes the subtle beauties and sometimes savage climate of the North Woods so that even a stranger can experience them. -- Stephen Bodio, Council for Wisconsin WritersKulpa is a master of the short outdoor essay, his prose clear and clean and honest, his sense of wildlife and landscape and the feel of the seasons apt and deft and evidence of many, many hours spent afield taking it all in. -- Christopher Camuto * Gray's Sporting Journal *Anglers everywhere will identify with the memories and feelings poignantly expressed in True North. * Iron Mountain News *
£12.99
PELICAN PUBLISHING CO. Anglers Guide to Fishes of the Gulf of Mexico
Book SynopsisThis book is a must for recreational and commercial fishermen as well as anyone who loves the outdoors! With detailed information on 207 species of saltwater fish along with superb illustrations and excellent diagnostics for fish identification, this guide will be enjoyed by anyone who fishes or likes fish. The serious fisherman will be pleased to find essential information on each species habitat, identification, typical size, and food value.
£999.99
Sweetgrass Books A Fisherman's Journey: A Lifetime of Angling
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£16.96
Sweetgrass Books Most Trout Don't Read: Lessons from Time on the
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£999.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Sport Fish of the Gulf Coast & Florida: Your Way
Book SynopsisWhether you're fishing on shore, off a dock or in a boat, keep this tabbed booklet close at hand. Based on Dave Bosanko's field guides and featuring 67 of the most popular freshwater and saltwater sport fish caught in or near the Gulf of Mexico, the booklet is organized by fishing location for quick and easy identification. Further narrow your choices by tail shape, and view just a few species at a time. The pocket-sized format is much easier to use than laminated foldouts, and the waterproof and tear-resistant pages help to make the book safe to take anywhere you reel 'em in!
£7.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Fish of the Midwest: Your Way to Easily Identify
Book SynopsisWhether you're fishing on shore, off a dock or in a boat, keep this tabbed booklet close at hand. Based on Dave Bosanko's best-selling field guides and featuring 81 of the most common sport fish in the Midwest, the booklet is organized by fish groupings for quick and easy identification. Narrow your choices by appearance, and view just a few species at a time. The pocket-sized format is much easier to use than laminated foldouts, and the waterproof and tear-resistant pages help to make the book safe to take anywhere you reel 'em in!
£7.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Sport Fish of the Middle & South Atlantic:
Book SynopsisWhether you're fishing on shore, off a dock or in a boat, keep this tabbed booklet close at hand. Based on Dave Bosanko's field guides and featuring nearly 70 of the most popular freshwater and saltwater sport fish caught in the Middle and South Atlantic regions--including the states of Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia--the booklet is organized by fishing location for quick and easy identification. Further narrow your choices by tail shape, and view just a few species at a time. The pocket-sized format is much easier to use than laminated foldouts, and the waterproof and tear-resistant pages help to make the book safe to take anywhere you reel 'em in! Book Features Includes sport fish from freshwater, brackish water and saltwater Organized by where you're fishing, whether inland, close to shore or deep sea fishing Pocket-sized format--easier than laminated foldouts Waterproof and tear-resistant durability Professional illustrations that show key markings
£7.99
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Invaders of the Great Lakes: Invasive Species and
Book SynopsisFirst edition (9781591932925) sold more than 50,000 copies Market: Addresses growing environmental concerns while providing readers with “How You Can Help” details Revised second edition with updated information about how the invasive species impact you, your environment, and the economy Packed with useful facts and statistics in a small, convenient, easy-to-use format Comprehensive: covers 44 aquatic invasive species, including the newest threats, from flying carp and lampreys to spiny water fleas Full-color photographs, need-to-know details, and portions of the guide devoted to AIS spread and impacts Quick Response (QR) code for every species, linking readers to more in-depth information online Great impulse buy—only $6.95!Table of ContentsDedication Acknowledgments About Wildlife Forever About the U.S. Forest Service Become an “Invader Crusader” Clean Drain Dry Initiative Aquatic Invasive Species: Threats to the Great Lakes Hitching a Ride: How They Got Here A Danger to Inland Waters Natural Treasures to Protect Economic Impact Recreational and Commercial Fishing on the Great Lakes Fishing on Inland Lakes, Regional Tourism, and Biodiversity Three Primary Aquatic Threats: Invertebrates, Plants and Fish Aquatic Invertebrates Aquatic and Terrestrial Plants Fish Education Is the Key The Public Needs to Be Aware Keep a Lookout How You Can Help Clean • Drain • Dry Know the Regulations Identifying Invasives Keep up to Date with QR (Quick Response) Codes Reporting … What Should You Do? How to Use This Guide Sample Pages Aquatic Invertebrates Aquatic and Terrestrial Plants Fish State/Federal Offices Template for Noting Sighting Details About the National Professional Anglers Association About the Great Lakes Fishery Commission About Sea Grant About the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service About the State-Fish Art Program Clean Drain Dry Glossary Kids Love to Learn About Invasive Species! Nab the Aquatic Invader—Be a Sea Grant Super Sleuth The Great Lakes Invasion Kids, Be Part of the Search for Invasive Species EEK!—Alien Invaders Making Waves & State-Fish Art Contest Attack Packs Traveling Trunks Preschool through 12th Grade Invasive Species Education Aquatic Invasive Species: An Educator’s Information and Materials Guide National Invasive Species Information Center Photo Credits Rulers
£7.47
Adventure Publications, Incorporated Fishing Journal: Catch 'em and Record 'em
Book SynopsisRecord your fishing successes—for data or for fun!Every great angler has a story or two, but do you remember all the details? When did you catch it? Where were you fishing? How big was it . . . really? Those answers and more can be recorded forever in the Fishing Journal. Keep track of the “what,” where,” and “how many,” and create a personalized keepsake to look back upon year after year. As an added bonus, this logbook included callouts and sidebars of information: trivia, famous fishing quotes, and more. Anglers of all ages will enjoy putting this journal to use.
£11.99
Rowman & Littlefield Orvis Pocket Guide to Great Lakes Salmon and
Book SynopsisAimed at the trout and small game fisherman prepared to challenge bigger fish, this book covers everything from how these Pacific Ocean gamefish got to the Great Lakes in the first place, to how to gear up for them, fish for them, and ultimately how to land them. In succinct chapters, lifetime Great Lakes fisherman Matthew Supinski covers every aspect of these great gamefish. He begins with descriptions of their prey, the life cycles of salmon and steelhead, their habits in migration, what they look for in a fly, and when they want it. He explains the kinds of insects found in the Great Lakes, along with their hatching cycles, and explains variations in flies based on this knowledge. The author also provides tips on how to read the water, with particular emphasis on the peculiarities of the Great Lakes region, including manmade and natural influences. Finally, perhaps the most exciting part of catching salmon and steelhead on the fly is the spectacular fighting performance these fish put on. Like riding a bronco, their leaps, hard-thrashing runs, and refusal to submit will addict the angler to ocean-run fish for life. Supinski offers invaluable advice on how to fight and land these giants. No fisherman will want to approach these legendary waters without The Orvis Pocket Guide to Great Lakes Salmon and Steelhead.Trade Review"A short, tight little work that, true to its first name, fits well into the oversized pocket of a fishing shirt."--Ann Arbor News
£12.34
Rowman & Littlefield L.L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook
Book SynopsisWith colorful, concise, and easy-to-follow illustrations, The L.L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook offers a fun introduction to the sport. This friendly volume coaches readers on the basics of fly-casting and assembly of tackle without demanding that the reader invest tons of time and money. The goal here is getting started, and this useful, portable book won’t sit on the shelf—it’s meant to be taken outdoors for easy consultation. Author Dave Whitlock covers the foods fish eat and how to imitate those foods, details the necessary fly assortment for novices, and provides a useful glossary. Chapters added in this edition include approaches to saltwater fish species, ethics and sportsmanship, and methods for fishing from boats and float tubes.Trade Review"The beginner could not find a better guide."--Fly Fisherman magazine "An excellent introduction to the art of wooing a fish with a fly."--The New York Times
£21.13
Rowman & Littlefield Orvis Fly-Tying Manual: How To Tie Eight Popular
Book SynopsisOnce an angler has some tying experience, he’ll want to tackle the hottest patterns. The Orvis Fly-Tying Manual covers six of the most popular flies, each detailed in its own chapter with materials, substitutes, and photographically illustrated step-by-step instructions. Readers who’ve mastered a few basics have the know-how to make the Woolly Bugger, Bead-Head Soft Hackle, Hare’s Ear Nymph, Adams, Letort Hopper, and Chartreuse Clouser Minnow, a lineup that meets many angling needs.Trade Review"...does a superb job of detailing fly construction methods..." - Fly Fisherman magazine"
£14.24
Rowman & Littlefield Fly Fishing Knots and Connections
Book SynopsisYou've come to fish at the right time, selected the correct lure, made the perfect presentation, and the fish of your lifetime has taken your offering. Your chances for fighting and landing it are now as strong as the weakest link in the line between your reel and the fish. Is now the time to wonder whether the materials you selected and the knots you tied were the best choice for the conditions? In Fly-Fishing Knots and Connections, legendary fly fisherman Lefty Kreh tells anglers everything they need to know about what may be the most crucial aspect of successful angling-the connections between the reel, backing, fly line, leader, and tippet. Lefty's years of painstaking research and testing pay off with hard and fast rules as he shows: - The fundamentals of tying all knots - The nine most important knots every angler should know - How to connect fly to tippet, tippet to leader, leader to line, line to backing, and backing to reel - The finer points of shooting-head-type fly lines - How to build leaders for freshwater and saltwater applications - How to use "bite" or "shock" tippets - How to tie droppers Anglers of all skill levels will find Fly-Fishing Knots and Connections a compact, handy, and indispensable reference that they will consult over and over again.
£11.39
Rowman & Littlefield Orvis Vest Pocket Guide to Caddisflies: The
Book SynopsisBased on the original Orvis Caddisfly Handbook, this wholly revised title is small and light enough to carry along for use on the water. Caddisflies are as crucial a trout food as mayflies or baitfish, and any serious trout angler needs to know these insects well. Detailed descriptions and photographs of the major caddisfly species will direct the angler toward correct insect identification and fly-pattern choice.
£11.77
Rowman & Littlefield Nymphs, The Mayflies: The Major Species
Book SynopsisVolume IFor the fly fisher seeking to catch more and bigger trout, fishing nymphs--patterns that mimic the larval stage of mayflies--can be a surefire approach. Nymphs: The Mayflies, the first volume in a totally revised edition of the 1973 original, is the singular authority on identifying the myriad species of mayfly larvae and tying imitations that will attract trout all across the country. Author Ernest G. Schwiebert spent the last fifty years of his life traveling, fishing, and gathering information on scores of mayfly species across the country. The 1973 edition of Nymphs set forth his initial findings. Now in this wholly revised and expanded form, Schwiebert's last work offers the reader exacting details of every major mayfly species for the sake of identification, along with recipes for dozens of fly patterns to imitate them.This new edition also contains numerous stories and anecdotes from Schwiebert's travels, some never set down in writing before, that further add to the understanding of how to choose, cast, and fish nymphs, and life.
£41.40
Rowman & Littlefield Orvis Guide to Tackle Care and Repair: Solid
Book SynopsisThe only thing missing from most fishing vests and tackle boxes is a book telling anglers how to care for all that stuff. No more: The Orvis Guide to Tackle Care and Repair finally explains how to prevent problems, evaluate old equipment, repair broken reels and lures, and more, including invaluable chapters on maintaining and repairing:-Rods, including care of the shaft and the ferrules, guides, reel seat, and grip-Reels, including cleaning and lubrication, the proper tightening of screws, repairs of rusty spindles, and easy field fixes for common problems-Lines, including cleaning and storage-Waders, including drying techniques, washing advice, seam repair, and finding and patching leaks-Wading boots, including dealing with synthetic fabrics and replacing felt soles-Rain jackets, flies, fly boxes and more.From preseason prep to postseason wrap-up, The Orvis Guide to Tackle Care and Repair will keep any angler's outfit in top shape.
£14.99
Rowman & Littlefield Western Fly-Fishing Strategies
Book SynopsisWestern Fly-Fishing Strategies presents valuable tips and lessons with chapters ranging from trip planning, equipment, and tackle, to Western hatches, different kinds of insects, and the special fall season for Western anglers. Also included are useful drawings by Rod Walinchus, full-color fly plates, and photographs of the naturals, as well as thoughts on the future of Western fly fishing.Trade Review"Craig Mathews is a master fishing guide--and his knowledge of Yellowstone is matchless."--Tom Brokaw, NBC News "Craig Mathews has once again shared his tremendous knowledge of Western rivers and their trout. Liberally sprinkled with stories, his text both teaches and entertains. The comprehensive advice collected within these pages comes from years of experience on the water, and his stories carry the love of angling."--Steven J. Meyers, author of San Juan River Chronicle
£14.24
Rowman & Littlefield Ultimate Guide to Striped Bass Fishing: Where To
Book SynopsisThe amazing resurgence of the East Coast's premier saltwater gamefish has sent hundreds of thousands of anglers in search of their fathers' and grandfathers' favorite quarry: the magnificent striped bass. But the best tools and techniques have changed since the striped bass was nearly wiped out, and anyone who has a hope of catching it must know this fish's many unique characteristics and habits. In The Ultimate Guide to Striped Bass Fishing, noted angler and author Eric Burnley has compiled everything any angler needs to know to be successful at catching this wonderful fish. Burnley starts with the biology of the fish itself--its life cycle, migratory patterns up and down the seacoast, the baitfish and other foods it prefers, and the underwater structures anglers must learn to find monster stripers. He then addresses in exacting detail every possible way the sport angler can catch stripers, including:* Spin casting around inshore structures from shore or boat* Fly-fishing casts, retrieves, and special techniques* Bait fishing from shore or boat with baitfish, shrimp, sandworms, eels, clams, and chum* Trolling tackle, depths, direction, tide, and time of day* Surfcasting tools, tips, and techniquesHe also tells where to fish and when, gives detailed instruction on appropriate tackle and must-know knots, and instructs on invaluable rigs and the conditions where they are most successful. With comprehensible, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions, dozens of clear illustrations, and years of experience as a master fisherman, Burnley's Ultimate Guide of Striped Bass Fishing is sure to be the first place for striped-bass anglers to look, and the last word on the subject.
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Lefty Kreh's Presenting the Fly: A Practical
Book SynopsisLefty Kreh’s Presenting the Fly details the most essential analysis in fly-fishing: how to get the right fly to the right fish, in the right way, at the right time. This vastly comprehensive, large-format volume explains the ways that shape, color, and weight of the fly can determine success under varying conditions.Trade Review"We have waited twenty-five years for Lefty's book on presenting the fly. This is Lefty's finest work."--John Randolph, Editor, Fly Fisherman Magazine "In this big book, the shared experiences and observations of a master angler at the pinnacle of his prowess seem not only illuminating but inspirational as well. After Lefty's coaching, our next time on the water is bound to be our best ever!"--Lamar Underwood, Writer and Former Editor-in-Chief, Sports Field and Outdoor Life
£18.99
Arcadia Publishing True Stories of Maine Fly Fishermen
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£18.69
Rowman & Littlefield Lefty Kreh's Solving Fly-Casting Problems: How To
Book SynopsisLEFTY KREH’S SOLVING FLY-CASTING PROBLEMS contains detailed descriptions, instructional illustrations, and troubleshooting techniques that every fly fisher needs to know. Lefty offers unparalleled advice about how to cast in windy conditions, how to accurately change the direction of a cast, tame tailing loops, send flies deep, make casts to reach under low branches, and much more. Anyone who has ever missed a fish because of a casting problem (and who hasn’t?) needs this book.Trade Review"A caster extraordinaire. When he talks, it pays to listen."--Field & Stream
£11.39
Rowman & Littlefield Lefty Kreh's Longer Fly Casting: The Compact,
Book SynopsisThis book is written for all fly fishers, from the beginner to the near-expert. It shows how to cast more accurately, and for longer distances. In addition to basic tips, Lefty Kreh's Longer Fly Casting describes how to get more out of your cast; how to use a shooting head; how to execute the double haul; and how to overcome many common obstacles, including wind, weeds, casting from boats, and more.
£11.39
Rowman & Littlefield Nymphs, Stoneflies, Caddisflies, and Other
Book SynopsisVolume IIAfter the mayfly family, detailed in Nymphs: The Mayflies, the fly fisher must know the caddisfly, stonefly, and midge populations just as well to catch trout that are keyed in on such insects. Nymphs: Caddisflies, Stoneflies, and Other Important Species gives the reader all the essential information about identifying individual species of these insects throughout their North American range, and then delves into detailed instructions for scores of artificial patterns to imitate them. Few books in fishing literature have focused so closely on so many individual species of the particular genera of aquatic insects in this volume. And just as in Nymphs: The Mayflies, this book contains numerous stories and anecdotes from Schwiebert's travels that illuminate the selection and use of nymph patterns, and recount great days spent on the water as interpreted through one of the great minds of modern fly fishing.
£36.80
Rowman & Littlefield Fishing Virginia: An Angler's Guide To More Than
Book SynopsisThe fishing in Virginia is as diverse as the terrain. From 600-pound tuna in its offshore waters and delicious flounder in the Chesapeake to oversized bucketmouths in the piedmont lakes and 8-inch brook trout in the bubbling mountain streams--what more can a dedicated angler ask for? Based on a lifetime of fishing, Martin Freed describes 100 top sites and what anglers can expect from Virginia’s waters.Freelance writers and photographers Martin Freed and Ruta Vaskys are well known in the region and highly respected in the fields of angling and Virginia wildlife. Their credits include Fish, Fur, and Game; The Mid-Atlantic Fisherman; The Chesapeake Angler; and the Eastern Shore News. Both are avid anglers and members of the Outdoor Writers Association of America.* Accurate directions to each site* Both fly fishing and bait fishing spots* B/w maps and photographsTable of Contents1) Introduction 2) Easternshore 3) Westernshore/Chesapeake Bay 4) Northern Virginia 5) Southeast Virginia 6) Southcentral Virginia 7) Southwest Virginia 8) Trout Fishing 9) Urban Fishing
£13.29
Rowman & Littlefield Fishing Georgia: An Angler's Guide To More Than
Book SynopsisFrom the mountains to the coast, Georgia is home to many popular sport fish, from largemouth bass and brook trout to king mackerel and channel catfish. This guide provides accurate directions to—and descriptions of—over 100 of the best fishing sites in the state, as well as tips on the best technique and tackle to use here.Fisheries biologist, freelance writer, and Georgia resident Kevin Dallmier has published more than 45 magazine articles on fish and fishing in Georgia.* Highly credible and award-winning author and angler * Species descriptions include interesting life history information * Comprehensive, detailed, and fact-filled guide from an expert in the field* Maps and photographs
£14.24
Rowman & Littlefield Pro Tactics™: Bass: Use The Secrets Of The Pros
Book SynopsisBass fishing is the top angling sport in the United States, supporting a 4.8 billion dollar industry. This book teaches the ins and outs of fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass, covers the basics of tackle and equipment, presents detailed instructions for rigging artificial lures, and explains how to find and fish for bass through the seasons and in different water conditions and cover. A final chapter provides advice for anglers who fish in tournaments. The result is a complete, up-to-date course on bass fishing for the beginning to intermediate angler, with valuable tips for experienced anglers.Table of ContentsIntroduction1. Bigmouths and Smallies2. Tackle and Equipment3. Finding Fish through the Seasons4. Rigging5. Casting and Presentation6. Fishing Weeds and Structure7. Open Water8. Tournament Fishing
£14.24
Rowman & Littlefield Art Flick's New Streamside Guide to Naturals and
Book SynopsisThe definitive guide from the renowned fly-fishing masterA handsome new illustrated edition of the classic by Art Flick, the man who gave American fly fishers their first useable, portable text for “matching the hatch” at streamside. Still a classic for anglers old and new, the Streamside Guide is the highly readable handbook to the major mayfly species of the eastern seaboard, providing step-by-step instructions for identifying these insects and selecting the proper flies. Flick’s masterful text is a key to his beloved Catskills rivers, the epicenter of American fly fishing. With a new foreword, this classic work has new photos throughout, in black and white with a full-color insert.Trade Review"Still one of the most valuable reference works for the trout angler, this updated version of Art Flick's STREAMSIDE GUIDE is a must for serious fly fishermen." --A.J. McClane
£11.39
Rowman & Littlefield Angling the World: Ten Spectacular Adventures In
Book SynopsisHemingway would have been impressed. In a stunning combination of superb color images and literary yet lively personal essays, celebrated angling photojournalist Roy Tanami chronicles his adventures to far-flung fly-fishing destinations in some of the most remote wilderness areas on the planet. Angling the World takes us along on amazing excursions to ten of the world’s top fly-fishing destinations. We seek out steelhead on Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula; sea-run Arctic char in Nunavut, Canada; peacock bass and piranha in the Amazon jungle of Brazil; and brown trout on New Zealand’s South Island. That’s not to mention the fabled giant taimen of Mongolia, “one of the undisputed holy grail species for the serious, been there/done that, traveling fly angler.” This member of the salmon family can weigh in at almost 200 pounds—and, yes, can “strike suddenly and often in a highly violent manner.” There’s drama around every bend in the river, with thoughts on conservation woven effortlessly in, as Tanami examines the ways in which traveling anglers can help save not only wild fish but also the wild places they inhabit. Written with keen observation, wit, and verve, and interspersed with fascinating tidbits of historical and geographical lore, Angling the World is a passport to a world of extraordinary angling adventure. Conveying the full awe and wonderment, enthusiasm and reflection of a consummate storyteller who also knows just how to capture his catch on film, it will have all anglers hooked—even if, while dreaming of distant waters, they’re curled up on the couch. From the introduction: Wandering the globe to fish is every bit as good as it sounds, and the outrageous fishing is just a part of it. All of fly fishing’s considerably powerful seductions—the quest for adventure and discovery; meeting new challenges, people, and environments; and the pleasures of being in direct contact with the elemental, pristine, and most beautiful aspects of nature—are amplified in the extreme and exotic edges of the world.
£17.99
Rowman & Littlefield Orvis Guide to Prospecting for Trout, New and
Book SynopsisIn this comprehensive and readable guide, Tom Rosenbauer shares his vast knowledge of fly fishing when there is no hatch. Written for both the novice and the seasoned angler, The Orvis Guide to Prospecting for Trout, New and Revised explores how trout live and feed, and how to make them strike, with a thoroughly updated text that addresses state-of-the-art approaches, and all new color photography. There is expert advice on how to fish with dry flies, wet flies, nymphs, and streamers—supported by many detailed illustrations and photos. This is the guide no trout fisherman should be without.Trade Review"As a how-to book, this one is far more literate and interesting than most, enhanced by its focus on ways to interest trout when they're not interested. Rosenbauer's frequent use of illustrated angling anecdotes and the latest research findings also add dimension to the narrative."—Steve Raymond, Fly Fisherman magazine"Get this one. I guarantee it will teach you something."—Stephen J. Bodio, Fly Rod & Reel"…an invaluable guide to catching trout when they aren't rising."—Sports Afield"Rosenbauer enables the weekend warrior to fish more insightfully through reading this book."—Jon Kartman, Booklist"After I read this book, I realized it will not be one that will collect a lot of dust on the shelf. I know that I will pull it out time and again to read certain topics."—Paul Stackhouse, Decatur Daily
£999.99
Rowman & Littlefield Pro Tactics™: Ice Fishing: Use The Secrets Of The
Book SynopsisThere are almost as many ways to fish as there are fish and fishermen. But among the countless, varied methods available to the modern angler, ice fishing is without a doubt the one most remarkably different from all the others. And it’s not just that the ice fisherman fishes while standing on the water. The methods of ice fishing are unique to the sport. The angler who has learned his craft on summer bass ponds and cool mountain trout streams has to learn it all over again when he takes to the ice. But there’s help. In Pro Tactics: Ice Fishing, expert angler Jason Durham provides a complete course in fishing through the ice. He covers tackle, techniques, lures and baits, finding fish—and staying safe, warm, and dry. The aspiring ice fisherman needs no other source of information.
£14.24
Rowman & Littlefield Knack Fishing for Everyone: A Complete
Book SynopsisThis user-friendly resource presents all the essentials of fishing—using all kinds of tackle, from spincasting and baitcasting to surf casting and fly fishing—for a variety of fish, in both fresh and salt water. With step-by-step photographs on every page, it shows how to tie the essential knots; select the right lures, lines, and tackle; identify fish; and make effective casts.
£14.24
Skyhorse Publishing IGFAs 101 Freshwater Fishing Tips Tricks
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£9.99
Skyhorse Publishing Hilarious Fishing Cartoons
Book SynopsisAny angler who has ever been out-fished by a beginner with a twig and some twine or questioned whether bass are smarter than he is will be in good company here. Hilarious Fishing Cartoons pokes fun at every kind of angling absurdity. Tiers struggling to tie microscopic flies, bass fishermen who catch more boots than bass, weekenders loaded down with every gizmo and piece of tackle in the shop, and fanatical, freezing ice fishermen doomed to drill and not grill are all represented. Troy's pen is deft and clever, and his one-liners are truly side-splitting. The next time your line gets so tangled you're ready to curse or quit fishing forever, remember these cartoons and you may just find yourself chuckling instead.
£13.48
Insight Editions I've Never Met An Idiot On The River: Reflections
Book SynopsisNow in paperback, this New York Times best-selling collection of humorous anecdotes and heartfelt observations from Henry Winkler shares the joy and wisdom he’s accumulated while honing his skills as a fly-fisherman. An accomplished sportsman who meticulously records the measurements of every fish he hooks, Winkler has learned that his yearly trips to the river are not just about catching trout. More importantly, they’re about adopting the proper perspective on life. Or, as Winkler puts it, when he’s fly-fishing, the river acts like a “washing machine for my brain,” recharging him and reminding him that anything is possible. Winkler makes a habit of sharing his angling adventures with his wife, Stacey, and their three children, Jed, Zoe, and Max. The Winklers’ annual trip, where they can escape the busy-ness of everyday life, has brought them together as a family. On the river, Henry has grown to appreciate the support his wife and children give him, learned to listen, and developed the confidence to publish his outdoor photography in his first non-fiction book. An expression of the inherent optimism that stems from the simplicity of the outdoors, I’ve Never Met an Idiot on the River is an invitation to share in the realizations and achievements Winkler has found while fishing. Hopefully it will help you catch a few of your own.
£12.34
Wings Press Trout in the Desert: On Fly Fishing, Human
Book SynopsisMatthew Dickerson takes his readers from tiny mountain streams in the southern Rockies of New Mexico to the mighty Colorado River at the head of the Grand Canyon, to the Hill Country of Texas, exploring these various waters that manage to hold cold-loving trout in the midst of the hot desert landscapes of the American southwest. This lovingly described journey brings us through Dickerson’s own life of discovery and his love of fly fishing, trout, and the rivers where trout live. Though neither an historical nor a scientific text, the writing is informed by both. The book is illustrated by original prints from Texas artist Barbara Whitehead.Trade Review“If Matthew Dickerson’s paean to the cold waters and elusive fish of the American southwest were not so beautifully rendered you might be tempted to put it down, get out your rod, and step into the nearest stream. But Trout In The Desert will stop you in your tracks. It is not only a splendid testament to one man’s passion, but an enchanting evocation of a landscape’s unfolding secrets." — Sue Halpern, regular contributor to The New Yorker, author of A Dog Walks Into a Nursing Home: Lessons in the Good Life from an Unlikely Teacher
£15.26
Skyhorse Publishing The Pocket Fishing Basics Guide: Freshwater
Book SynopsisHere is a handy reference for any aspiring angler, providing questions and answers on basic techniques on freshwater fishing that can help you come up with a catch you can cook up and brag about.Inside, fishermen will find the information they need to find, hook, and land North American fish species: How to find prime fishing spots Safety tips while fishing Selecting appropriate bait, artificial lures and tackle Proper fishing techniques Handling and cleaning fish And more! Written by an award-winning outdoor writer, this is the essential, pocket-sized guide for any angler hoping to have a bountiful and enjoyable fishing experience.
£10.12
Skyhorse Publishing French Fishing Flies: Patterns and Recipes for
Book SynopsisCul de Canard (Duck’s Rump), Farefelue (The Crazy One), Plantureuse (Buxom Gal), Peute (The Ugly One)the names are deliciously French but one would make a terrible mistake to think that only French-born trout like these fishing flies. Design,” said Datus Proper, is why this book has as much to do with the Henry’s Fork as with the Risle.” At least one of the flies introduced by French Fishing Flies more than twenty-five years ago, the Cul de Canard, has long since become a true staple in fly boxes around the world. Others will surely follow. This fascinating book is bound to be of great interest to fly fishermen everywhere.
£18.04
Skyhorse Publishing The Orvis Guide to Beginning Fly Tying: 101 Tips
Book SynopsisAttention fly fishers! Here is a fly-tying book you must own. Endorsed by Orvis, the best-known name in fly-fishing gear, it will give you all the tools you need to begin tying your own flies.Here, with step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs you can learn: How to read a fly recipe Choose the correct tools (including vises, bobbins, threaders, dubbing needles, and hair stackers) Select the right materials (everything from dry fly saddles, threads, beads, and Krystal Flash, to hooks, wires, cements, and paints) Pick the best flies to tie first Before you know it, you’ll be tying such flies as the Wooly Bugger, Clouser minnow, beadhead soft hackle nymphs, Adams dry fly, and Hare’s Ear nymph. You’ll also get solid advice on how to set up a well-organized fly-tying area, so you can enjoy this fascinating craft in ease and comfort. Fly Tyer magazine editor David Klausmeyer shares his Five Golden Rules for tying better flies. Many books say they are for beginners but then quickly turn fly tying into a series of complicated finger calisthenics. The Orvis Guide to Beginning Fly Tying really is for the reader who has never made a fly. Catch fish with flies that you’ve tied on your own, and you’ll get more enjoyment from the rich sport of fly fishing.
£14.59
Skyhorse Publishing Fisherman's Bible: The World's Most Comprehensive
Book SynopsisThis is the must-have reference book for anglers and fishing fanatics of all ages.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 their specifications. Now, anglers will only need one book to discover all the new gear on the market as well as lookup specs on accessories currently in production.A comprehensive 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 into freshwater and saltwater, and further separated by spin, spincasting, baitcasting, and flyfishing. 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, the Fisherman’s Bible is an essential authority for any beginner or experienced angler.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.
£20.90
Waterford Press Ltd Saltwater Game Fish of North America: An
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£7.79
Waterford Press Ltd Trout & Salmon of North America: An Illustrated
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£8.31
Waterford Press Ltd Fishes of the Canadian North: A Waterproof
Book SynopsisFishes of the Canadian North is an ideal, simplified reference to the most common species of freshwater and nearshore fish found in the northern territories of Canada. The handy reference guide highlights native and introduced species that inhabit its waters in a beautifully illustrated 12-panel waterproof, folding guide. It provides descriptions of fish anatomy, a key to field marks, a watershed map, and conservation status. Fishes of the Canadian North is a perfect source of portable information and ideal for field use by beginners and experts alike. Made in the USA.
£5.99
Waterford Press Ltd Manitoba Fishes: A Waterproof Folding Guide to
Book SynopsisFrom the tiny minnow to the massive muskellunge, there are almost 800 species of freshwater fish in North America. And Manitoba has more than 100,000 freshwater lakes, covering more than 15% of its surface area. Manitoba Fishes is an ideal, simplified reference to the most common species of fish found in the prairie province. The handy reference guide highlights native and introduced species that inhabit its lakes and rivers in a beautifully illustrated 12-panel waterproof, folding guide. It provides descriptions of fish anatomy, a key to field marks, a watershed map, and conservation status. Manitoba Fishes is a perfect source of portable information and ideal for field use by beginners and experts alike. Made in the USA.
£8.05
Waterford Press Ltd New Brunswick Fishes: A Waterproof Folding Guide
Book SynopsisNew Brunswick Fishes is an ideal, simplified reference to the most common species of freshwater and nearshore fish found in the maritime province. There are more than 1,300 species of fish found in Canadian waters, the majority of which are found only in marine waters. Canada''s maritime provinces are home to many of these. The handy reference guide highlights native and introduced species that inhabit its lakes, rivers, and shores in a beautifully illustrated 12-panel waterproof, folding guide. It provides descriptions of fish anatomy, a key to field marks, a watershed map, and conservation status. New Brunswick Fishes is a perfect source of portable information and ideal for field use by beginners and experts alike. Made in the USA.
£8.05
Waterford Press Ltd Nova Scotia Fishes: A Waterproof Folding Guide to
Book SynopsisNova Scotia Fishes is an ideal, simplified reference to the most common species of freshwater and nearshore fish found in the maritime province. There are more than 1,300 species of fish found in Canadian waters, the majority of which are found only in marine waters. Canada''s maritime provinces are home to many of these. The handy reference guide highlights native and introduced species that inhabit its lakes, rivers, and shores in a beautifully illustrated 12-panel waterproof, folding guide. It provides descriptions of fish anatomy, a key to field marks, a watershed map, and conservation status. Nova Scotia Fishes is a perfect source of portable information and ideal for field use by beginners and experts alike. Made in the USA.
£7.34
