Must reading for trophy bass hunters. After 20 years of research, Hannon reveals his secrets for catching huge largemouth bass.

The goal of this book is to provide a clear and concise understanding of catching trophy largemouth and smallmouth bass without a lot of fluff. Graphics and line charts that have been presented in many other bass fishing books were intentionally omitted. Many pictures were inputted to enhance text understanding and make the book entertaining and an easy read. The format is to present some foundation information in each chapter followed by detailed tips and presentations in Sections V and VI. The book begins with the concepts of critical thinking. The importance of safety on the water, the development of a trophy bass fisherman, the behavior of trophy bass, timing for trophies, and angler versatility are discussed. Research and development is presented along with a discussion of rods, reels, lures, lines, and knots. How trophy largemouth and smallmouth bass respond to the various seasons are presented. The importance of record keeping and analysis is emphasized. We then discuss catching trophy largemouth and smallmouth bass on purpose. This leads to the master craftsman phase of bass fishing i.e. planning for success, how water temps affects both species, good conservation practices, and the solunar influence on lunker bass. Fishing for trophy bass at night and during the cold-water periods are presented. An understanding that the angler must learn to fish off-shore for the trophies is emphasized. Finally, Sections V and VI provide detailed tips, lures, and presentations on how to catch trophy largemouth and smallmouth bass. These chapters use water temperatures as a guide to catch both species of bass during the spring, summer, fall, and winter seasons. Lastly, the angler must understand that right time, right place and right presentation is the formula for success! This involves critical thinking and attention to detail. An angler must exercise patience and follow the process!

Seagrasses are a vital and widespread but often overlooked coastal marine habitat. This volume provides a global survey of their distribution and conservation status.

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Every kid who ever started fishing probably tried to catch a panfish with a worm. That setup has been the tried-and-true method for generations. There are other kinds of live bait that work just as well; maybe even better in some conditions and for certain fish. In addition to the chapter on Worms & Leeches, this book covers Baitfish, Insects, Salamanders & Frogs, Crustaceans and Other Natural Baits (such as salmon eggs and clams). Complete information on how to catch and keep these baits is followed by sections on how to actually use each live bait type. New on the freshwater-fishing scene in recent years is the use of dough baits and scents. Which one to choose, plus how and when to use each is fully explained. Equipment is discussed in detail: hooks, bobbers, sinkers, rods, and reels. The authors suggest many tips for using different kinds of equipment in various fishing locations and situations. The final chapter matches common freshwater fish species with the best kind of live bait to use, depending on where the fish are and what time of year it is.