Download or read book Wade Fishing the Rappahannock River of Virginia written by Steve Moore and published by . This book was released on 2012-03 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To catch fish, you need to know where to fish. Updated for 2012 The Rappahannock River is home to some of the biggest, meanest smallmouth bass in Virginia. These cantankerous beasts cruise silently in the quiet pools and fast runs below old trench lines marking the remains of violent Civil War battles or in remote, oddly named places like Snake Castle Rock. Steve Moore shares his years of experience fishing this premier river to guide you to the best water between the fall line in Fredericksburg and Chester Gap high in the Blue Ridge. Using 252 pictures and 23 maps to round out the descriptions, the book covers 25 access points that open up over 43 miles of water to wade fishing. Even though the book is oriented at anglers who fish on their feet, kayakers and canoeists will find it equally useful to identify the productive water to target as they float downriver. Given we are in the internet age, Steve includes 279 GPS coordinates usable for customized directions via the Internet or loadable into a GPS receiver to guide your day on the water. Finally, any discussion of the Rappahannock must mention the superb fishing available during the spring shad run. Steve dedicates a chapter to where to go and how to catch the fish called the "poor man's tarpon." The first few paragraphs of Steve's introduction provide perspective: "In the Algonquian Indian language, Rappahannock means "rapidly rising and falling waters" and, every Spring, the river demonstrates why the name is appropriate. During that stormy season, flood waters charge downriver with fantastic velocity and violence causing the huge spikes in turbulence that are an inescapable lure to legions of kayakers. But the name is inadequate to describe the quality and variety of the fishery that exists under its roiling surface. Although the name is unlikely to change to whatever the Algonquian translation of "angler's heaven" is, in addition to smallmouth bass, you are likely to scream a panicked "FISH ON" as massive redbreast sunfish, carp or even yellow perch and channel catfish pull hard against your smoking drag once the season drifts from frantic Spring into calm Summer. Granted, I do not cover all 184 miles of the Rappahannock from its dim origin at Chester Gap in the Blue Ridge to the tidal flats lining the Chesapeake Bay, but I do cover the 59 (43+ wadable) miles that represent the interesting core of the river for smallmouth bass fishing enthusiasts. Besides, below the bridge, the river runs wide, slow and sandy; becoming the domain of largemouth bass pursued by hard-eyed anglers leveraging every ounce of technology packed into supercharged bass boats. Above the fall line, the high-powered bawl of a 200 hp Mercury engine is replaced by the quiet dip of paddles or the hushed slosh of ragged sneakers moving through the shallows. While the book is useful for kayakers and canoeists since the good places are good regardless of how you reach them, my focus is on those who fish on their feet - the sweaty grunt, the fishing infantry. The book includes the well-known angler's playgrounds at Snake Castle Rock and the Confluence - usually the restricted domains of kayakers and canoeists who reach these honey holes via a long downstream float. As I describe later, a short hike, coupled with a bit of perspiration, gives you the opportunity to fish normally inaccessible locations."

Download or read book Wade Fishing the Rapidan River of Virginia written by Steve Moore and published by . This book was released on 2015-01-25 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To catch fish, you need to know where to fish. 2015 edition updates regulations and deletes access points no longer usable. The Rapidan River is an angler's dream fishable year round since the watershed includes tough, cranky smallmouth bass as well as aggressive mountain brook trout. Following the precedent set in his other CatchGuide books, Steve starts the coverage at the mouth of the Rapidan where it slams into the Rappahannock at the smallmouth bass fishing heaven known simply as "the Confluence" and ends above the old presidential retreat at Camp Hoover high in the Blue Ridge Mountains. There are 11 reliable access points between those two locations opening up over 20 miles of water. Even though the book runs over 31,700 words that is not enough to describe the fabulous fishing on this premier river. 155 pictures, coupled with 13 maps, tell the rest of the story. Use them to put your experienced angler's eye on the water and make your own judgment before you drive to any particular location. In the Internet age, pictures and words are not enough. The book includes 68 GPS coordinates to obtain customized directions via the Internet or put the coordinates directly into a GPS to guide your day on the water. Beyond wade fishing, Steve discusses each access point in terms of its compatibility to launch a canoe or a kayak. Once in the water, floating anglers will be well served to use this guide to move quickly to the good spots and not waste time floating over unproductive water. The detailed coverage from Elys Ford to the Confluence is exceptionally focused and useful.

Download or read book Flyfisher s Guide to Virginia written by David Hart and published by Wilderness Adventures Press. This book was released on 2006-09 with total page 545 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Virginia Trout Fishing written by Steve Moore and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-12 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Among all the options for trout fishing in Virginia, the Rapidan River stands out as a prime fishing location. The Rapidan is one of the most famous rivers on the East Coast as a result of the carefully managed trout fishery in the Shenandoah National Park and the neighboring Rapidan Wildlife Management Area. Head to the mountains to hike and fish for miles from any of the access points discussed in this book. It's all catch and release, single hook and, thankfully, most people abide by that regulation; ensuring a vibrant population of fish in every pool. The book starts at the easy access point at Graves Mill and ends at the Presidential retreat high in the mountains at Camp Hoover. It includes the small, tight, and scenic Staunton River that joins the Rapidan about a mile north of the Graves Mill parking lot. Enjoy! This book is an EXTRACT from the Wade Fishing the Rapidan River book that covered both bass and trout fishing. As a result of private property issues with the lower Rapidan, that book is off the market for now.

Download or read book Virginia Wildlife written by and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Fly Fishing Virginia written by Beau Beasley and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From small creeks to the expansive Jackson River, Beau Beasley shows you where to fly fish in Virginia. Detailed maps, photographs, and Beasley's wisdom guide you through the many waters in the Old Dominion. Use this book to plan your next trip and then take it along with you!

Download or read book Fly Fishing the Surf written by Angelo Peluso and published by Skyhorse Publishing Inc.. This book was released on 2013-06-04 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you have ever fished in still water and wondered what fishing the currents of rivers and surf would be like, or if you’ve never fished at all but want to start surf or wade fishing, then Fly-Fishing the Surf is for you. Experienced fly-fisherman Angelo Peluso reveals his secrets for navigating the surf, reading the water, and catching stripers in any situation. Fly-Fishing the Surf is a comprehensive and essential volume dedicated to surf and wade fishing along the entirety of the East Coast, from the rugged Maine coastline to Florida’s tropical flats. This book opens up the prolific world of fly-fishing the surf to seasoned and aspiring anglers and demonstrates the enormous promise this form of angling can offer anglers of all skill levels. A wealth of content, photographs, and images help to explore the waters of the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic states, and the southeast as the book guides anglers to discover a veritable gold mine of game fish and fly-fishing opportunities. Fly-Fishing the Surf covers all aspects of tackle, techniques, strategies, game fish and baitfish, flies, and destinations. It will become an invaluable addition to your arsenal of fly-fishing tackle and gear.

Download or read book Fishing the New River Valley written by Michael W. Smith and published by University of Virginia Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Care not, I, to fish in seas Fresh rivers best my mind to please Whose sweet calm course I contemplate And seek in life to imitate." --Izaak Walton With Walton's lines as inspiration, M. W. Smith launches us on an informative journey to the best fishing spots in and around the New River Valley. Covering a wide range of prime fishing territory across western Virginia, Smith's guidebook explores techniques designed to increase the day's catch and locations certain to enhance an angler's enjoyment of the region's natural beauty. Fishing the New River Valley includes lists of stocked trout streams, tips for successful wintertime fishing, live bait approaches, and spinning and fly-fishing suggestions. Smith offers helpful tips on fishing Claytor Lake for striped bass and walleye during cold-weather months and for smallmouth bass during the spring, summer, and fall. He also provides excellent information on float trips, wading, and fishing from boats at key points along the New River. The book features a comprehensive map of New River Valley streams and specific fishing locations along with extensive listings of local guide services, tackle shops, rod and reel repair shops, boat dealers, and more. Whether you are a novice or professional angler, a visitor or a longtime resident of western Virginia, Fishing the New River Valley will tell you where, when, and how to catch more fish.

Download or read book Virginia Fishing Streams and Ponds written by Virginia Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries and published by . This book was released on 1935 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Fly Fishing the Saltwater Shoreline written by Ed Mitchell and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2001 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A master course in finding and catching fish along the shoreline Stripers, blues, false albacore, bonito, weakfish, hickory shad One of the most respected authorities on Atlantic Coast fly fishing compiles his decades of experience in this all new, in-depth guide to species, structure, tactics, flies, and migrations. Detailed chapters on each species cover habitat, forage, and typical feeding habits. An illustrated guide to coastal structures-including troughs, sloughs, bars, flats, channels, rock piles, and estuaries-explains where and how to find the fish. A chapter on migrations provides regional information on where to find species throughout the year. With color plates of the latest and most effective saltwater flies.

Download or read book Virginia Blue ribbon Streams written by Harry W. Murray and published by . This book was released on 2001-04-01 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Virginia Blue ribbon Streams written by Harry Murray and published by Frank Amato Publications. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spectacular photography and in-depth local knowledge highlight these useful fly-fishing guides; many fly-fishers are enjoying the enormously popular Blue-Ribbon Fly Fishing Guide series. Each full-color book is filled with information on the fly-fishing in a particular state, including: successful techniques; productive flies and their patterns; hatch information; reading water; fish species; conservation issues; fly plates; local resources; map; and so much more. Useful and attractive, these guides are perfect for both visiting and local anglers.

Download or read book Wade Fishing the North Branch of the Potomac written by Steve Moore and published by . This book was released on 2015-01-31 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To catch fish, you need to know where to fish. Garrett County is Maryland's premier trout fishing destination and the North Branch, accessible from both Maryland and West Virginia, is the main attraction. This book expands on the first edition with new content to provide step-by-step guidance on fishing the 30 miles of river between Westernport and Wilson. Delivering a complete fly and spin fishing reference for Garrett County, this edition covers the best wild and stocked trout streams as well as the Savage, Casselman and Youghiogheny Rivers by incorporating material from Steve's comprehensive book, "Maryland Trout Fishing." Steve provides the GPS coordinates for every known access point along with over a hundred pictures to allow you to assess the quality of the location before you spend the time and gas to get there. Comments on the first edition included: ""Possibly the finest fishing guide ever written." " " "Love the book The best piece of equipment I've bought in a long time." "

Download or read book A Fly Fishing Newbie written by David Cartier and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2007-03 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One day in 2006, I thought that if I were ever going to write about my learning experience with fly-fishing, it should be now while I am making the transition from "Newbie" to "Somewhat Proficient." I have come from knowing absolutely nothing about the sport to being reasonably good at it. At least I can catch fish consistently and, more importantly, most of the time I know why I am catching them. If you don't know anything about fly-fishing, this is the book for you because that was exactly my situation a few years ago. The book will help anyone to catch fish using a flyrod without any prior knowledge.

Download or read book Field and Stream written by and published by . This book was released on 1921 with total page 766 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Mid Atlantic Fly Fishing Guide written by and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 562 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Moon Virginia written by Julian Smith and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2008-01-04 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Award-winning travel writer Julian Smith knows the best way to experience Virginia, from canoeing down the Great Dismal Swamp and hiking the Appalachian Trail to noshing at the Carytown Watermelon Festival. Smith provides unique suggestions for trips such as the Two-Week History Tour and Outdoor Highlights for Active Travelers. Packed with information on dining, transportation, and accommodations, Moon Virginia has lots of options for a range of travel budgets. Every Moon guidebook includes recommendations for must-see sights and many regional, area, and city-centered maps. With guidance on exploring the deep forest of Douthat State Park and visiting the pretty, gingerbread-like houses of Onancock, Moon Virginia gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. With expert writers, first-rate strategic advice, and an essential dose of humor, Moon guidebooks are the cure for the common trip.