The complete fisherman's friend
The fully updated Fishing For Dummies, 3rd Edition, experienced angler and fishing writer Greg Schwipps shows that while none of us is born to angling, we can all achieve it--and become great at it. Whether you love fishing for fun or sport, this hands-on friendly guide has everything you need to make sure that there need never be such a thing as "the one that got away!"
From trout to carp, catfish to bonefish, freshwater to saltwater, the easy-to-follow pictures and tips help you recognize and deal with what you'll meet in the murky deep. You'll also find out about the best times and the right spots to cast your line, as well as the right gear--which in these hi-tech days includes GPS, apps, and sonar!
* Gear up with the right rod and tackle
* Cast and bait effectively
* Gut and clean your catch
* Get hooked on new trends--kayak fishing!
Whatever your line--a quiet afternoon at the local creek, or a punishing morning's whitewater kayaking followed by fishing the lonesome wild--Fishing For Dummies has you covered.
Autorentext
Greg Schwipps, a creative writing professor and novelist, has been fishing for more than 40 years. His fishing articles have appeared in publications such as In-Fisherman, and his recent work focuses on introducing kids to the outdoors.
Zusammenfassung
The complete fisherman's friend
The fully updated Fishing For Dummies, 3rd Edition, experienced angler and fishing writer Greg Schwipps shows that while none of us is born to angling, we can all achieve itand become great at it. Whether you love fishing for fun or sport, this hands-on friendly guide has everything you need to make sure that there need never be such a thing as the one that got away!
From trout to carp, catfish to bonefish, freshwater to saltwater, the easy-to-follow pictures and tips help you recognize and deal with what you'll meet in the murky deep. You'll also find out about the best times and the right spots to cast your line, as well as the right gearwhich in these hi-tech days includes GPS, apps, and sonar!
- Gear up with the right rod and tackle
- Cast and bait effectively
- Gut and clean your catch
- Get hooked on new trendskayak fishing!
Whatever your linea quiet afternoon at the local creek, or a punishing morning's whitewater kayaking followed by fishing the lonesome wildFishing For Dummies has you covered.
Inhalt
Introduction 1
About This Book 1
Foolish Assumptions 3
Icons Used in This Book 3
Beyond the Book 4
Where to Go From Here 4
Part 1: Before the Bite 5
Chapter 1: Getting Hooked on Fishing 7
Why Fish? 8
For the outdoors 9
For the enjoyment 9
For the table 10
Where Should You Fish? 10
Fishing freshwater 10
Fishing saltwater 11
What are You Fishing For? 11
Common freshwater catches 11
Common saltwater catches 12
What Do You Need to Fish? 12
Picking up fishing essentials 14
Adding to your angling arsenal 15
How Do You Fish? 15
Casting around: Basic and fly 16
Finding freshwater fish 16
Basic techniques for saltwater fishing 17
Fish On! Now What? 17
It's not hunting: You can release fish 18
But fish taste great, and you can keep a few, too 18
Chapter 2: Gathering What You Need to Fish 19
Dressing for Fishing Success 20
Wear layers and always be happy 20
Pack your foul-weather bag 21
Pick a good hat 22
Pull on waders to wander into the fish's world 23
Vests: Great for wading 25
Carrying Just What You Need to Fish 27
Start with your rod and reel 27
Pick a tackle carrier and load up 27
Don't forget food and drink for yourself 28
Tucking Your Fishing License in a Safe Spot 29
When you need a license 30
Where to buy fishing licenses 30
Chapter 3: Finding Good Fishing Water 31
Knowing Where to Go 32
Fish the one you're with: Finding fishing water close to home 33
Finding fish when you're on the road 34
Getting the Scoop 34
From bait shops 35
From online forums 35
From guides 36
From YouTube celebrities 36
When no one knows: Walk the bank 36
Evaluating Freshwater Sites 37
Ponds 37
Streams and rivers (big and small) 38
Lakes and reservoirs 39
Where NOT to fish 40
Evaluating Saltwater Sites 41
Tidal inlets, marshes, streams, and bays 41
Surf fishing 44
Fishing piers 45
Finding the Right Time to Fish 46
Watching the Weather 47
Planning a trip around the weather 47
Reacting to changing weather while fishing 48
Chapter 4: Putting a Face on the Fins: Common Freshwater Fish 49
Sunfish 50
Bluegills: America's spunky little sweetheart 50
Crappies: A little bigger, and a bit sportier 50
Largemouth bass: The most important gamefish in America 51
Smallmouth: The gamest fish 52
Catfish 54
Blue catfish: King of the big water 54
Flathead catfish: Denizens of the deep lair 55
Channel catfish: Prince of the pond 56
Bullhead catfish: Tough as they come 56
Perch 57
Walleye: Popular like a largemouth, toothy like a pike 57
Yellow perch: Food for everyone 58
Pike 58
Northern pike: Water wolf 59
Chain pickerel: Pike junior 59
Temperate Bass 60
Striped bass: Strong enough for saltwater, happy in freshwater 60
White bass: Little fighters 61
Wipers: A bit of both 61
Carp 62
Trout 63
Rainbow trout: High jumpers 63
Brown trout: The champ of the stream 64
Brook trout: Sentimental favorites 65
The cutthroat: Yellowstone beauty 66
Lake trout: Big macks 67
Pacific salmon: Not just in the Pacific anymore 67
Atlantic salmon: The leaper 68
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