Second Edition.
Part of the 'Complete Idiot's Guide' series.
This book gives you the essentials for a successful fishing expedition - whether you're heading for the local creek or the high seas. In this guide, you get:
- An emergency fishing guide to help get you started immediately
- The lowdown on tackle - hooks, lines, sinkers, and more
- All the right moves to feel, hook, play, and land your catch
- The bottom line on what you'll need (and need to do) if you want to flyfish, saltwater fish, or fish in still waters
Get hooked on fishing as you:
- Find out about fish - physiology, habits, and habitats - to increase your catch
- Line up and learn about monofilament, braided, and "super" lines
- Cast your troubles to the wind with flyfishing
- Equip yourself for deep-sea and big-game fishing
- Get the basics on boats and fishing safely
- Keep it legal - find out about licenses, laws, and regulations
