Fishing With the Big Motor On

By Jonathan Pharr

Book Overview

Dreams. Goals. We all have them, whether big, small, or wildly impractical. But turning those dreams into reality? That's where the real adventure begins. For me, it all began on the water-with boating, fishing, and a healthy dose of sometimes misplaced confidence.

They say, "It takes a village." My village included a supportive family, a few enthusiastic friends, and a handful of captains whose advice ranged from questionable to brilliant. With their encouragement-along with a little chaos and the occasional sinking feeling that I was in over my head-I traded a kayak for a cruising boat, then a ski boat, and finally a center-console fishing boat. Before long, I found myself on deep-sea expeditions chasing snapper, tuna, and the ever-elusive "big one."

Filled with tales of tangled lines, sunburned egos, and humbling lessons learned navigating storms and mechanical mishaps, Fishing With the Big Motor On captures the joy, frustration, and triumph of turning aquatic dreams into reality. From mastering marina etiquette to sharing laughs (and mishaps) with family and friends, this book is a celebration of life on the open water and the unpredictable journeys that come with it.

Whether you're a seasoned angler, a weekend boater, or someone who just loves a good story, this memoir will have you hooked from the first page. Because sometimes, the best stories aren't about where you end up-they're about how you got there.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F24MJ8Y9
• ISBN13: 9798312033151
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"