Northern Pike: A Complete Guide To Pike And Pike Fishing

By Will Ryan

Book Overview

Northern Pike is the first complete book to cover all aspects of this exciting sport fish--
and all methods of fishing for it. Ryan begins by examining the habits, habitat, and life cycles of pike as they vary from winter through early spring, summer, and fall. He also thoroughly explores every successful pike-fishing technique, including fishing with bait, lures, and flies--and there is a special chapter on ice fishing. Northern Pike not only gives detailed information on how to catch this fish at every time of year, but also gives practical advice and tips on all aspects of equipment. Ryan traces the history of pike fishing--showing how the fishing methods that were popular in the past have evolved into the techniques used today. This book is filled with entertaining anecdotes about the author's lifetime of fishing, over eighty illustrations, and a color insert. It is the perfect companion for all anglers of this highly sought-after North American sport fish.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1592283438
• ISBN13: 9781592283439
• Release Date: July 2005
• Publisher: The Globe Pequot Publishing Group, Inc.
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.1" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

Northern Pike: A Complete Guide to Pike and Pike Fishing

The book provided information in a casual, friendly style. The author inserted support for his statements, and acknowledged when the information was strictly from his personal experience. This book covered all the seasons and methods of Pike fishing. An enjoyable read.

An informative book and a good read.

Not only did I find this book informative, but very much liked the conversational writing style with personal anecdotes. I'd recommend this to any beginner.