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The fully updated Fishing For Dummies, 3rd Edition, experienced angler and fishing writer Peter Kaminsky 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.
The fully updated Fishing For Dummies, 3rd Edition, experienced angler and fishing writer Peter Kaminsky 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.
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.
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
Chapter 5: Familiarizing Yourself with Common Saltwater Fish 71
Bluefish 72
Flatfish 73
Winter flounder: Another snowbird 73
Fluke: Mr Dependable 74
Halibut: Like catching a doormat that fights back 74
Drum 74
Spotted seatrout (a k a specks) 75
Weakfish: Not a weakling 75
Red drum: For cooks and anglers alike 76
Temperate Bass: Stripers 77
Cod 78
Grouper 78
Snapper 79
Bonefish 80
Snook 81
Tarpon 82
Sharks 82
Tuna 83
Billfish Family 84
Chapter 6: Staying Safe on or near the Water 85
Planning Ahead for Your Trip 86
Water, Water Everywhere: Bringing Food and Drink 87
Dehydration hurts 87
Alcohol kills 87
Don't forget the bait for yourself 88
Serious Safety: First Aid Kits and Sun Protection 88
Making your own kit 88
The sun is a fair-weather friend (sort of) 89
Safe Wading 89
Why you need a staff 90
Handling the occasional mishap 90
Danger Amplified: Boating Safety 91
It starts with life jackets 91
Your call, Captain 91
Part 2: Gearing Up Without Going Overboard 95
Chapter 7: Matching the Rod and Reel 97
Getting a Handle on Fishing Rod Basics 98
The writing on the rod 100
How slow can you go? 100
Catching Up with Reels 102
It's a drag, but it works 103
The writing on the reel 104
Classic Beginnings: Spincast Gear 104
Advantages and disadvantages of spincast gear 105
Considering a rod and reel combo, or striking out on your own 106
If you're limited to just one 107
So Smooth: Spinning Gear 108
Advantages and disadvantages of spinning gear 109
Spinning rods: What makes them different 110
If you're limited to just one 110
Baitcasting Gear: Complicated, but Worth It 111
Advantages and disadvantages of baitcasting gear 112
Baitcasting rods: Time to specialize 114
If you're limited to just one 114
Fly-Fishing Gear: Artful and Effective 114
Fly rods: Choosing the right one 115
Chapter 8: The Bottom Line on Line 119
Getting to Know the Three Kinds of Line 120
Monofilament: Best for beginners 120
Braid: For those who don't like to stretch 120
Fluorocarbon: For serious anglers 120
Buying Line 101 121
Information to get before you leave home 121
Factors to consider when you're at the shop 123
Spooling Up: Attaching Line to a Reel 127
Caring for Your New Line and Knowing When to Let It Go 129
Protecting your line from wear and tear 129
Saying goodbye to old line 130
Fly Lines 130
Is weight good or bad? 131
Does color count? 132
Taper tips 132
Sink or swim 132
Threading your fly line 133
Looking at leaders 134
Chapter 9: It's Terminal (Tackle): Hooks, Sinkers, Snaps, Swivels, and Floats 137
Hooks: What They Do and Why They Matter 138
Keeping a range of hooks 141
Making a point 142
J hooks: Some things never change 143
Circle hooks: From saltwater to freshwater 145
Dehooking yourself 146
Sinkers: When You Need a Little More Weight 149
Selecting the right range of sinkers 149
Storing your sinkers 151
Adding On Swivels and Snaps 151
Floats and Bobbers: When You Need to Lighten Up 152
Chapter 10: Going Ahab: Fishing from Boats 155
Taking Advantage of Boat Fishing 156
More casting angles 156
Fishing places shore-bound anglers can't reach 157
Finding bluer water: Humps, points, and channels 157
Choosing a Boat That's Right for the Way You Fish 158
Great non-motorized boats for fishing 158
Ideal motorized boats for fishing 161
Considering the Costs of Watercraft 166
Licensing, plating, and fees 167
Upkeep, storage, and maintenance 167
Trailering 168
Chapter 11: 21st Century Tech: What's New and What's Necessary 171
Fish Finders: Can They Really Find Fish? 172
How fish finders work 173
Do you really need a fish finder? 174
Where to find fish finders 175
GPS Units: Finding Yourself 175
Waypoint fever 176
Updating your maps 177
Trolling Motors: Quiet Power for Boats 177
Pairing the trolling motor to your fish finder 178
Mounting a trolling motor 179
Underwater Cameras: Seeing Is Believing 179
What you can learn by viewing 180
What cameras can't do for you 180
Anchormates, Lightning Detectors, and What's Coming Next 181
Part 3: The End of Your Line: Enticing Fish with Bait, Lures, and Flies 183
Chapter 12: Real Food for Real Fish: Using Bait 185
Assessing Your Bait Options 186
Gathering and Keeping Bait 186
Support your local bait shop 187
Forget your checkbook: Gathering free bait 187
Grocery store baits 188
Storing and transporting bait 188
Common Natural Freshwater Baits 188
Nightcrawlers: Great bait by the dozen 189
Minnows and other baitfish: Little fish catch big fish 191
Grasshoppers and crickets: Hopping good bait 193
Leeches suck, but fish like them 194
Salmon eggs 195
Common Natural Saltwater Baits 196
Clams and mussels on the half-shell 196
Marine worms: Salty nightcrawlers 197
Bunker: Bait school 197
Squid: Easy and effective 197
Shrimp and crabs: Fish like them, too 197
Mullet: More than a hairstyle 198
Ballyhoo: Funny but effective 198
Eels: The ultimate slime 199
Why You Can't Take It with You: Disposing of Leftover Bait 199
Chapter 13: It Only Looks Alive: Tricking Fish with Lures 201
Picking Perfect Plugs 202
Popping and chugging plugs: Designed for surface explosions 202
Wobblers and propbaits: A steady retrieve should do it 203
Stickbaits: For fetching a...
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Produktart: | Nachschlagewerke |
| Rubrik: | Hobby & Freizeit |
| Thema: | Tiere/Jagen/Angeln |
| Medium: | Taschenbuch |
| Inhalt: | 416 S. |
| ISBN-13: | 9781119685890 |
| ISBN-10: | 1119685893 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Autor: | Schwipps, Greg |
| Hersteller: | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Maße: | 233 x 187 x 25 mm |
| Von/Mit: | Greg Schwipps |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 13.11.2020 |
| Gewicht: | 0,581 kg |
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.
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
Chapter 5: Familiarizing Yourself with Common Saltwater Fish 71
Bluefish 72
Flatfish 73
Winter flounder: Another snowbird 73
Fluke: Mr Dependable 74
Halibut: Like catching a doormat that fights back 74
Drum 74
Spotted seatrout (a k a specks) 75
Weakfish: Not a weakling 75
Red drum: For cooks and anglers alike 76
Temperate Bass: Stripers 77
Cod 78
Grouper 78
Snapper 79
Bonefish 80
Snook 81
Tarpon 82
Sharks 82
Tuna 83
Billfish Family 84
Chapter 6: Staying Safe on or near the Water 85
Planning Ahead for Your Trip 86
Water, Water Everywhere: Bringing Food and Drink 87
Dehydration hurts 87
Alcohol kills 87
Don't forget the bait for yourself 88
Serious Safety: First Aid Kits and Sun Protection 88
Making your own kit 88
The sun is a fair-weather friend (sort of) 89
Safe Wading 89
Why you need a staff 90
Handling the occasional mishap 90
Danger Amplified: Boating Safety 91
It starts with life jackets 91
Your call, Captain 91
Part 2: Gearing Up Without Going Overboard 95
Chapter 7: Matching the Rod and Reel 97
Getting a Handle on Fishing Rod Basics 98
The writing on the rod 100
How slow can you go? 100
Catching Up with Reels 102
It's a drag, but it works 103
The writing on the reel 104
Classic Beginnings: Spincast Gear 104
Advantages and disadvantages of spincast gear 105
Considering a rod and reel combo, or striking out on your own 106
If you're limited to just one 107
So Smooth: Spinning Gear 108
Advantages and disadvantages of spinning gear 109
Spinning rods: What makes them different 110
If you're limited to just one 110
Baitcasting Gear: Complicated, but Worth It 111
Advantages and disadvantages of baitcasting gear 112
Baitcasting rods: Time to specialize 114
If you're limited to just one 114
Fly-Fishing Gear: Artful and Effective 114
Fly rods: Choosing the right one 115
Chapter 8: The Bottom Line on Line 119
Getting to Know the Three Kinds of Line 120
Monofilament: Best for beginners 120
Braid: For those who don't like to stretch 120
Fluorocarbon: For serious anglers 120
Buying Line 101 121
Information to get before you leave home 121
Factors to consider when you're at the shop 123
Spooling Up: Attaching Line to a Reel 127
Caring for Your New Line and Knowing When to Let It Go 129
Protecting your line from wear and tear 129
Saying goodbye to old line 130
Fly Lines 130
Is weight good or bad? 131
Does color count? 132
Taper tips 132
Sink or swim 132
Threading your fly line 133
Looking at leaders 134
Chapter 9: It's Terminal (Tackle): Hooks, Sinkers, Snaps, Swivels, and Floats 137
Hooks: What They Do and Why They Matter 138
Keeping a range of hooks 141
Making a point 142
J hooks: Some things never change 143
Circle hooks: From saltwater to freshwater 145
Dehooking yourself 146
Sinkers: When You Need a Little More Weight 149
Selecting the right range of sinkers 149
Storing your sinkers 151
Adding On Swivels and Snaps 151
Floats and Bobbers: When You Need to Lighten Up 152
Chapter 10: Going Ahab: Fishing from Boats 155
Taking Advantage of Boat Fishing 156
More casting angles 156
Fishing places shore-bound anglers can't reach 157
Finding bluer water: Humps, points, and channels 157
Choosing a Boat That's Right for the Way You Fish 158
Great non-motorized boats for fishing 158
Ideal motorized boats for fishing 161
Considering the Costs of Watercraft 166
Licensing, plating, and fees 167
Upkeep, storage, and maintenance 167
Trailering 168
Chapter 11: 21st Century Tech: What's New and What's Necessary 171
Fish Finders: Can They Really Find Fish? 172
How fish finders work 173
Do you really need a fish finder? 174
Where to find fish finders 175
GPS Units: Finding Yourself 175
Waypoint fever 176
Updating your maps 177
Trolling Motors: Quiet Power for Boats 177
Pairing the trolling motor to your fish finder 178
Mounting a trolling motor 179
Underwater Cameras: Seeing Is Believing 179
What you can learn by viewing 180
What cameras can't do for you 180
Anchormates, Lightning Detectors, and What's Coming Next 181
Part 3: The End of Your Line: Enticing Fish with Bait, Lures, and Flies 183
Chapter 12: Real Food for Real Fish: Using Bait 185
Assessing Your Bait Options 186
Gathering and Keeping Bait 186
Support your local bait shop 187
Forget your checkbook: Gathering free bait 187
Grocery store baits 188
Storing and transporting bait 188
Common Natural Freshwater Baits 188
Nightcrawlers: Great bait by the dozen 189
Minnows and other baitfish: Little fish catch big fish 191
Grasshoppers and crickets: Hopping good bait 193
Leeches suck, but fish like them 194
Salmon eggs 195
Common Natural Saltwater Baits 196
Clams and mussels on the half-shell 196
Marine worms: Salty nightcrawlers 197
Bunker: Bait school 197
Squid: Easy and effective 197
Shrimp and crabs: Fish like them, too 197
Mullet: More than a hairstyle 198
Ballyhoo: Funny but effective 198
Eels: The ultimate slime 199
Why You Can't Take It with You: Disposing of Leftover Bait 199
Chapter 13: It Only Looks Alive: Tricking Fish with Lures 201
Picking Perfect Plugs 202
Popping and chugging plugs: Designed for surface explosions 202
Wobblers and propbaits: A steady retrieve should do it 203
Stickbaits: For fetching a...
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Produktart: | Nachschlagewerke |
| Rubrik: | Hobby & Freizeit |
| Thema: | Tiere/Jagen/Angeln |
| Medium: | Taschenbuch |
| Inhalt: | 416 S. |
| ISBN-13: | 9781119685890 |
| ISBN-10: | 1119685893 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Autor: | Schwipps, Greg |
| Hersteller: | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Maße: | 233 x 187 x 25 mm |
| Von/Mit: | Greg Schwipps |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 13.11.2020 |
| Gewicht: | 0,581 kg |
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