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Go Fishing with Michigan’s Famous Identification Guide! Fishing is a perfect outdoors activity for all ages and skill levels, and the Great Lake State is an angler’s paradise. Reel in fish, and make identifying your catches a snap. Now in its second edition, the Fish of Michigan Field Guide by Dave Bosanko features detailed information about 79 species of Michigan fish. When you’re not sure what you caught, grab the handy guide and narrow your choices by family. Then identify your prize with the intricately detailed fish illustrations. Further verify the type of fish using the “Similar Species” comparisons. Book Features: Detailed information about 79 species Professional-quality illustrations—perfect for fish identification Fascinating facts on spawning behavior, feeding habits, and more Fishing tips and inside information for easily locating fishing hotspots Bonus resources such as state fishing records and answers to frequently asked questions This new edition includes updated information about everything from range to state records, as well as the inclusion of six new species. A new section on fishing tips offers pointers to help you catch more fish, and more information on invasive species can help prevent their spread. The Fish of Michigan Field Guide is essential for every tackle box, beach bag, RV, and cabin. Plus, its convenient size makes it perfect for the dock or boat.

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Whether 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!

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Play Cards and Learn to Identify Fish in the Midwestern United States!Anyone who enjoys nature, wildlife, and the great outdoors will love these cards for playing your favorite games or to use as flash cards. Inspired by Dave Bosanko’s popular Fish Identification Guides, this gorgeous deck of playing cards features detailed illustrations of 54 of the most common and sought-after fish species in the Midwestern states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Each card depicts realistic illustrations with key markings of such fish as the Walleye, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, and more—so you can begin to learn what the different species look like.Card Features 52 of the most notable fish species 2 invasive species as jokers Detailed illustrations with key markings Ideal for card games or as flash cards Play card games like blackjack, poker, rummy, and solitaire while learning more about fishing. Get Fish of the Midwest Playing Cards for yourself, and keep a deck at the cabin or in your tackle box. You can also give this deck of cards as a fun and thoughtful gift.

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Your Quick Guide to Ocean and Gulf Fishing Whether you’re an expert freshwater angler or are new to casting a line with rod and reel, saltwater fishing is a unique experience. Coastal waters along the Atlantic Ocean, Pacific Ocean, and Gulf of Mexico are filled with fish—many of which are reachable without a boat. Fishing from piers, jetties, or in the surf is wonderful fun and can be very productive. However, it’s different than fishing in a lake or river. Acclaimed author and expert angler Dave Bosanko provides the information you need to get started catching saltwater fish. Applicable to all coastal waters, this handy guide covers such topics as where to fish, what tackle to use, how to rig your line, and which types of bait are best. The pocket-sized booklet is organized and color-coded by fishing location for ease of use. Depending upon where you are, turn to the pier, jetty, or surf section to find the details most applicable to you. Surf & Pier Fishing also includes safety tips, plenty of full-color images, and an instructional illustration for reading the surf. Dave further provides his favorite tips—so you’ll be fishing like a pro along the coast in no time. With this guide in hand, you can quickly and economically learn what you need to know. It’s conveniently sized to keep in your tackle box, backpack, or back pocket, so it’s always there when you need it. Whether you’re visiting the coast or are a coastal resident, this guide can get you started catching saltwater fish.

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Whether 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

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Improve Your Skills with This Simple Guide to Catching FishGet started fishing or get better at it with secret tips and easy-to-follow instructions. Skip all the fluff and go straight to the information you want to know in this photo-illustrated booklet. Pocket-size format—easier than laminated foldouts Introductory information for beginners, including everything you need to know about rods, reels, lines, lures, and more “Target species” section focusing on desirable types of fish, with equipment recommendations and tricks for catching each species Ideas for preparing your fish for the table Expert author with a lifetime of experience

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Whether 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!

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