One of the most recognized names in publications for outdoor enthusiasts, Outdoor Bibles offer expert, informatively illustrated guidance for novices and experienced sportsmen alike.B & W photographs and illustrations throughout.

Frank Sawyer earned worldwide acclaim for his books 'Keeper of the Stream' and 'Nymphs and the Trout' He is probably most widely remembered as the inventor of the Pheasant Tail Nymph. Frank continued to write on the techniques of nymph fishing long after 'Nymphs and the Trout'. This book is a collection of these articles.

What starts as a simple fishing trip becomes a cathartic experience in the untamed wilderness of Ontario’s northwestern canoe country.A nine-day fishing trip turns into a profound life-altering event and marks the beginning of a lifelong love affair with the untamed wilderness of Canoe Country in northwestern Ontario. Author Darryl Blazino describes how he became entranced by the beauty and wonder of a land that beckoned him back again and again.This collec...

Fly fishing equipment, techniques and fly patterns to catch a variety of fish species in lakes and ponds. Richly illustrated with more than 180 photos and illustrations. Links to a variety of useful sites are included. Includes scientific studies of trout diets and a bibliography of useful references. More than 55 effective fly patterns are described or linked to, 43 with large images.

The result of more than thirty years' experience, Bass Fishing – on Shore and Sea is a comprehensive guide to catching this beautiful yet challenging gamefish. Illustrated throughout with superb photographs, this book is essential reading for all sea anglers.

When James Prosek was just fifteen, a ranger named Joe Haines caught him fishing without a permit in a stream near Prosek's home in Connecticut. But instead of taking off with his fishing buddy, James put down his rod and surrendered. It was a move that would change his life forever. Expecting a small fine and a lecture, James instead received enough knowledge about fishing and the great outdoors to last a lifetime.The story of an unlikely friendship, Joe and Me is a book ...

What does it take to be an Alaska Fishing or Hunting Guide? Or wilderness culinary expert and/or acquire lodge mechanic capabilities? Let Rocky, who is a longtime Master Alaskan fishing guide, registered Alaskan hunting guide, as well as an outstanding wild game chef, teach you the skills sets for each. Learn about his tough but lifesaving training programs and how he develops the guides he selects to learn the essential tools to be successful. Although not specifically listed, his fishing...

Fly-fishing is a multifaceted sport that will absorb you in its reality, taking you to places of exceptional beauty, to explore and to revel in the solitude. It is so often spoken of as an art form, while fly-tying, inextricably linked to fly-fishing, is in its own right a form of artistry. South African Fishing Flies is a celebration of this artistry – the innovation, the talents of the originators and their vision of imagination, masters of the craft – and of all the fly-tyers of South A...

This antiquarian volume contains a guide to ice fishing, with tips for setting up and getting started on the ice, information on equipment needed, decoys used, best lines to a staying warm, and some tales of great catches. Written in clear, plain language and full of invaluable tips and hints, this text is ideal for the beginner, and makes for a great addition to collections of angling literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Introduction to Ice Fishing', 'Tools and the Trade', 'Pik...

Tom and Swan explore Ketchikan Alaska and their spirituality before heading north to Cordova to meet up with Swan's dad. Tom and Paul have an oil and water relationship until shocking events on Eddie Spaghetti's boat bring them together like a pair of murderous criminals. The fishing is good, the sex is better and the adventure is great! 55873 words. Book 4 of Tom's Adventures in Alaska

Derrick Rance's name will not be familiar to most of you but throughout the eighties and nineties he caught more big carp than almost any carp angler in the UK. His accolades include a trio of upper forties from Vinnetrow, a huge list of Yateley fish including big ones from the Copse, Match, Pad, Car Park and North lakes topped my Heather 3 times, the Dustbin 4 times, Bazil etc etc the list is impressive by any standards but it was on the Sussex lakes that Derrick came into his own breakin...

Glenn Shute an avid fly fisherman from a young age and has fished the world over brings you a real winner with his definitive fly fishing guide book that is a must read for the inexperienced as well as the experienced fly fisherman who wishes to hone his or her fly fishing skills and step up his or her fly fishing experience to a new level. This book offers the reader real advice on how to go about enjoying and improving your skill in the Art Of Fly Fishing!