BOOKS can help in identifying fish and also give details about particular kinds of fishing. Those listed below are general. Available, too, are books that treat particular places, kinds of fishing, or species, such as bass, trout, salmon, and others.
Boschung, Herbert T., Jr., et al, Field Guide to North American Fishes, Whales, and Dolphins (Audubon Society), Alfred A. Knopf, New York, 1983.
Elman, Robert, The Fisherman’s Field Guide, Ridge Press, Alfred A. Knopf, New York, 1977.
McClane, A. J., McClane’s New Standard Fishing Encyclopedia and International Angling Guide, Holt, Rinehart, and Winston, New York, 1974.
McNally, Tom, Fishermen’s Bible, Follet Publishing Co. Chicago, 1970.
Migdalski, Edward C. and George S. Fichter, Fresh and Salt Water Fishes of the World, Alfred A. Knopf, New York, 1976.
Sparano, Vin T., Complete Outdoors Encyclopedia, Harper and Row, New York, 1980.
Zim, Herbert S. and Hurst H. Shoemaker, Fishes, Golden Press, New York, rev. ed. 1987.
MAGAZINES with regular information on sport fishing include Outdoor Life, Field and Stream, Sports Afield, and The Salt Water Sportsman.
CATALOGS of many sporting goods companies describe latest tackle and equipment, and many contain helpful hints and tips. Names and addresses of the companies can be found in the ads in outdoor magazines.
CONSERVATION DEPARTMENT publications give information about fishing regulations and about places to fish. Address questions to Conservation Dept. (or Fish and Game Dept.) at your state capitol.