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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Fishing

I in no way know anything about fishing; other than being grossed out when I find my husband's bait in the fridge. My husband, however, loves fishing, when asked if he could travel to anywhere in the world on vacation, his answer will involve places where he can go fishing. For Christmas one year he requested a strange blue suit thing, made out of weird material, that Bass Pro had on sale, touting it as something every fisherman needed. I don't think he needed it, but it made him happy to have it. Plus, it was cheaper than a boat...




Millions of folks find fishing relaxing, challenging, entertaining…and a great way to spice up dinner. This 3rd edition of the top-selling guidebook shows you everything you need to know about the necessary gear, where different kinds of fish hang out, what types of bait and lures to stock, how to stay safe on the water, and even how to clean and cook your catch. Plus, you'll learn about the latest high-tech fishing gadgets and GPS hacks, get advice on fishing from boats, and much more. Here's where to drop your line!



Some say successful fly fishing requires supreme athleticism, a surgeon's delicate touch, and the serene spirit of a Zen master. But forget the hype: The updated edition of Fly Fishing for Dummies shows that all you need to get the hang of this enjoyable sport are the right tools, a disciplined technique, and a positive attitude. Whether you're an old salt or dipping your toes in for the first time, you'll find everything you need to learn, improve, and keep your casting sharp and fresh!



Explains the basics of fishing, including equipment, types of lure to use in freshwater or saltwater, different varieties of fish, and places to fish around the world.



When it comes to fishing, nobody knows more than the writers and editors at Field & Stream magazine--unless it's the local guides, prizewinners, and other experts they interviewed for this book . The Total Fishing Manual is chock full of 317 field-tested tools, techniques and tactics, collected and written by the Field & Stream editors and accompanied by amazing photos and handy illustrations.



Takes a look at the best fish to catch, from mahimahi to muskellunge, albacore to yellow perch, the best reels, rods, and lures to take them with, the skills and techniques needed, from casting to landing to hook sharpening, and the best places for fishing in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, all illustrated with color photographs.



The incredible true account of the most extraordinary storm of the 20th century, this is the story of a tempest born from so rare a combination of factors it was deemed "perfect" and of the doomed fishing boat with her crew of six that was helpless in the midst of a force beyond comprehension.



"An anthology of great fishing stories--both fiction and nonfiction--from a variety of times and places"-- Provided by publisher.



"An anthology of poems from around the world and through the ages on the subject of fishing"-- Provided by publisher.



In this novel told through poems, nine-year-old Sam loves fishing with his dad, so when his pesky little sister horns in on their fishing trip, he is none too pleased. Includes primer on rhyme, poetry techniques, rhythm, stanzas, and poetic forms.



Squirrel joins his friends on a fishing trip, but spends the day disagreeing with them on everything from whether fishing is fun to how to reach their boat.

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