<p><b>Expert, field-tested advice for anglers at every level</b></p> <p>This comprehensive, entertaining, and foolproof guide covers everything novice and avid anglers need to know to catch freshwater fish--from bass and trout to salmon and walleye--and reveals the two basic ways to catch ALL fish.</p> <p>With numerous photographs and illustrations, easy-to-follow instructions, and a liberal dose of good humor, the author shares his 40 years of angling expertise, including how to:</p> <ul> <li>Read the waters and the weather</li> <li>Select the right baits and lures for particular fish and situations</li> <li>Know which gear is essential and which is merely desirable</li> <li>Get maximum results on a minimum budget</li> <li>Practice proper etiquette and ethics</li> <li>Turn a tough day into a great one with dozens of tricks and tips</li> </ul> <p>Laced with amusing anecdotes and commonsense, this book will unlock the secrets of fishing and teach anglers how to catch more fish.</p>