Freshwater Fishing Tips & Techniques A Fully Illustrated Guide to Freshwater Fishing

by Kugach, Gene

• ISBN13: 9780811727655
• ISBN10: 0811727653
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780811741972
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1997-03-01
• Publisher: Stackpole Books
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Summary

In this invaluable guide, Gene Kugach describes in detail how to catch every kind of freshwater fish in almost any situation. The hundreds of tips and techniques offered here, applicable to all forms of freshwater fishing will greatly increase your chances of success whether you are a novice or a seasoned angler. It's all presented in an easy-to-use format illustrated with dozens of handy drawings. There's something for everyone who fishes.

Author Biography

Gene Kugach is author of Fishing Basics, Freshwater Fishing Tips and Techniques, Fly Tier's Handbook , and Fly Tier's Pattern Book . He lives in Park Ridge, Illinois.

Table of Contents

General Fishing Tips
Chapter Introduction	2	(1)
General Fishing Tips	3	(1)
Keeping Records	4	(3)
Weather Tips	7	(3)
Pond Fishing Tips	10	(1)
Strip Mine or Quarry Fishing Tips	11	(3)
River Fishing Tips	14	(4)
Locating Fish Tips	18	(1)
Attracting Fish Tricks	19	(2)
Fishing Strategies	21	(3)
Hooking, Playing, and Landing Tips	24	(2)
Aquatic Plant Identification	26	(3)
Marking Location Tips	29	(3)
Bait
Chapter Introduction	32	(1)
Purchasing Bait Tips	33	(1)
Seasonal Baits	34	(1)
Bait Fish Tips	35	(2)
Worm Tips	37	(2)
Worm Threader	39	(1)
Crayfish Tips	40	(1)
Leech Tips	41	(1)
Grasshopper/Cricket Tips	42	(1)
Maggot and Catalpa Worm Tips	43	(1)
Pork Rind Tips	44	(1)
Soft Bait Tips	45	(1)
Preserving Spawn	46	(2)
Bait Storage Tips	48	(4)
Rigging
Chapter Introduction	52	(1)
What ``Knot'' to Use	53	(1)
Rigging Knots How to Tie Them	54	(5)
Great Lakes Salmon/Trout Rigs	59	(1)
Walleye Rigs	60	(2)
Pike/Muskie Rigs	62	(1)
Muskie Rigs	63	(1)
Striper Rigs	64	(1)
Largemouth Bass Rigs	65	(2)
Panfish Rigs	67	(1)
Bass, Panfish, Carp and Catfish Rigs	68	(1)
Catfish/Bullhead Rigs	69	(1)
Crappie Rigs	70	(1)
Spring Crappie Rigs	71	(1)
Bobber Rigs	72	(1)
Bank Fishing Rig	73	(1)
Trolling Rigs	74	(2)
Presentation
Chapter Introduction	76	(1)
Spinner/Buzzbaits	77	(1)
Crankbaits	78	(1)
Top-water Lures	79	(1)
Plastic Worms	80	(1)
Spoons	81	(1)
Spinners	82	(1)
Jig Presentation Tips	83	(2)
Jig Types	85	(2)
Flipping	87	(1)
Miscellaneous Presentations	88	(1)
General Presentation Tips for Trout	89	(1)
General Presentation Tips	90	(2)
Fly Fishing
Chapter Introduction	92	(1)
Equipment Selection	93	(1)
Fly Rod Selection	94	(1)
Fly Line/Leader Selection	95	(1)
Fly Rod Rigging	96	(1)
What Pattern to Use	97	(1)
Panfish Patterns	98	(1)
Bass Patterns	99	(1)
Pike/Muskie Patterns	100	(1)
Trout Patterns	101	(1)
Salmon Patterns	102	(1)
Tandem Fly Presentations	103	(1)
Fly Casting Tips	104	(4)
Pattern Representation	108	(1)
Miscellaneous Fly Fishing Tips	109	(1)
Fly Fishing Tips	110	(2)
Fly Tying
Chapter Introduction	112	(1)
Matching the Hatch Insect Patterns	113	(4)
How to Make Popper Bodies	117	(2)
How to Build a Popper Body Lathe	119	(4)
How to Make Popper Bodies	123	(2)
Bleaching/Burning Materials	125	(1)
Dyeing Materials	126	(1)
Styrofoam Eyes	127	(1)
Wing Chart	128	(1)
Substitute Jungle Cock Feathers	129	(1)
Miscellaneous Tying Tips	130	(2)
Ice Fishing
Chapter Introduction	132	(1)
Ice Fishing Safety Tips	133	(3)
Ice Fishing Techniques	136	(2)
Presentation Chart by Species	138	(1)
Collecting Bait	139	(2)
Live Bait Selection by Species	141	(1)
Live Bait Tips	142	(1)
Tips on Locating Fish	143	(1)
Lure Selection by Species	144	(1)
Equipment Tips	145	(1)
Tackle/Technique Chart	146	(1)
Comfort Tips	147	(1)
Miscellaneous Tips	148	(2)
General Tips	150	(2)
Tackle
Chapter Introduction	152	(1)
Recommended Tackle Chart by Species	153	(2)
Equipment Selection	155	(1)
Tackle Box Tips	156	(1)
Rod Tips	157	(1)
Reel Tips	158	(1)
Line Tips	159	(1)
Hip Boots and Wader Tips	160	(1)
Hooks, Snaps, Swivels, and Sinker Tips	161	(1)
Recommended Lures for Specific Species	162	(4)
Miscellaneous Equipment Tips	166	(6)
Cleaning Tips and Cooking Methods
Chapter Introduction	172	(1)
Cooking Methods at a Glance	173	(2)
Cooking Methods	175	(2)
Smoking Fish	177	(6)
Pickled Fish and Caviar	183	(1)
Recipes	184	(9)
Cleaning Tips	193	(1)
Care and Storing Fish	194	(2)
Fishing Tips and Fish Facts
Chapter Introduction	196	(1)
Fish Fact Chart	197	(2)
Growth Chart	199	(1)
Fish Facts-Senses	200	(2)
Fishing Recommendations	202	(2)
Bluegill Tips and Facts	204	(1)
Carp Fishing Tips	205	(2)
Crappie Tips and Facts	207	(1)
Bass Tips and Facts	208	(1)
Largemouth Bass Tips and Facts	209	(1)
Smallmouth Bass Tips and Facts	210	(2)
White Bass Tips and Facts	212	(1)
Muskie Tips and Facts	213	(1)
Northern Pike Tips and Facts	214	(2)
Walleye Tips and Facts	216	(2)
Trout Tips and Facts	218	(1)
Salmon Tips and Facts	219	(1)
Perch Tips and Facts	220	(1)
Catfish and Bullhead Tips and Facts	221	(1)
Striped Bass Tips and Facts	222