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Fishing for fun!

Call Number

  • J 799.1 MURR (OSH)

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Publication Information

Minneapolis, Minn. : Compass Point Books, c2006.

Physical Description

48 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 21 x 26 cm.

Series

For fun!

Summary

Examines the history of fishing, types of fishing, top fishing spots and fishing safety.

Contents

  • Basics: Introduction: Let's go fishing!
  • History of fishing: Link to the past
  • Types of fishing: Something for everyone
  • Basic equipment: Getting started
  • Baits and lures: Bait debate
  • Doing it: Fishing rods: Choosing the right rod for you
  • Fishing lures: Lure them in
  • Using live bait: It's a live one!
  • Casting: Basics of casting a line
  • Using a rod: Rod and reel
  • Catch and release: Rules to fish by
  • Big fish: One that didn't get away!
  • Fishing safety: Keeping it safe
  • People, places and fun: Top fishing spots: Best fishing on earth
  • Careers in fishing: Fishing for life
  • Competitive fishing: Fishing for fame and fortune
  • Around the world: International fishing economies
  • Famous fish: Catch of the century
  • Pier fishing: Sun and saltwater
  • Timeline: What happened when?
  • Trivia: Fun fishing facts
  • Quick reference guide: Fishing words to know
  • Glossary: Other words to know
  • Where to learn more
  • Index.

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