Fishing & Hunting

Tracing the shifts and moods of four seasons along Scotland’s River Tweed, Andrew Douglas-Home weaves a story of a close relationship with nature and one of its most iconic denizens; the salmon. Threaded through the year are stories too of one of the country’s oldest families; stories of politics, military service, culture and the stewardship of our natural world. Through...

Chris Dombrowski was playing a numbers game: two passions—poetry and fly-fishing; one child, with another on the way; and an income hovering perilously close to zero. Enter a miraculous email: Can't go, it's all paid for, just book a flight to Miami. Thus began a journey that would lead to the Bahamas and to David Pinder, a legendary bonefishing guide....

LONG LISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR WRITING ON CONSERVATION Investigating the ethical and practical challenges of one of the greatest threats to biodiversity: invasive species. Across the world, invasive species pose a danger to ecosystems. The UN Convention on Biological Diversity ranks them as a major threat to biodiversity on par with habitat loss, climate change and pollution. Tackling...

In the wild, there is an element that cannot be seen, tasted, heard, or smelt—it can only be felt, and it is a feeling of enchantment. After his first hunting experience in New Zealand as a young man, Richard Hall has been drawn back again and again, wanting to relive the feeling only this country's wilderness can give him. Dark...

Dobby is based on a true story. Flying into the snow-clad Southern Alps in the depths of winter, Dobby is lost when his master, Zane, takes him hunting. During the expedition, Dobby becomes snagged in scrub and is trapped, forcing Zane to leave without him. Dobby survives seven freezing nights in the wild before Zane returns, finding him miraculously alive...

Living in a small town where dreams were dismissed and bouncing between the homes of divorced parents, Cameron Hanes carried low expectations and no hope for a life of fulfilled potential. Then he discovered his great love - the bow. For Cameron, finding his drive, his purpose, a reason for pushing himself every single day, changed everything. Endure chronicles the...

Fish ID for New Zealand Fishermen is designed specifically for fishermen, featuring clear illustrations and practical advice without the use of Latin names or scientific jargon. The booklet provides tips on fish identification, habitat, fishing techniques, and bait preferences. Each entry also includes a brief comment on the food quality of the fish. Durable and practical, this guide is both...

Fish Of The Day presents stories and recipes from New Zealand and the Pacific, crafted by the creators of the top-rating television programme, Fish of the Day. Join the First Man of Fishing, Clarke Gayford, as he shares his adventures in more than 25 amazing angling locations across New Zealand and the Pacific. Discover the great yarns, secret spots, cool...

Created especially for Australian customers! This book puts more fish on your line! Want to dangle a line anywhere in Australia or New Zealand? On the way to becoming a successful angler, discover how to choose your tackle confidently, master rigs and knots, read your fishing environment, cast efficiently, and take home more fish for the table — all while...

Fishing For Dummies, UK Edition, provides you with a thorough introduction to all types of fishing - sea fishing, game fishing, and coarse fishing. This authoritative guide covers everything you need to know about this fantastic sport, including instruction on: Identifying the key species of fish found within and off the coasts of the British Isles Selecting the right rods,...

The complete fisherman’s friend The fully updated Fishing For Dummies, 3rd Edition, by experienced angler and fishing writer Greg Schwipps, shows that while none of us is born to angling, we can all achieve it—and become great at it. Whether you love fishing for fun or sport, this hands-on friendly guide has everything you need to make sure that there...

For millennia, the Aboriginal people of coastal Sydney lived in harmony with the natural environment. Fishing and shell fishing were a way of life. Everything changed with the arrival of the First Fleet. Fishing quickly became important to the European colonists. The place where the fisherman's catch was sold also became important - and colour and controversy were never far...

Hook up with the fly-fishing guide that’s a keeper Some say successful fly fishing requires supreme athleticism, a surgeon’s delicate touch, and the serene spirit of a Zen master. But forget the hype: The updated edition of Fly Fishing for Dummies shows that all you need to get the hang of this enjoyable sport are the right tools, a disciplined...

Green Hills of Africa is Ernest Hemingway's lyrical journal of a month on safari in the great game country of East Africa, where he and his wife Pauline journeyed in December 1933. Hemingway's well-known interest in—and fascination with—big-game hunting is magnificently captured in this evocative account of his trip. It is an examination of the lure of the hunt and...

Tall tales and fishing lore from Kiwi fishing personality Cliff Barnes. As he looks back over his adventurous life, Cliff Barnes muses that he must have used up eight of his nine lives while fishing along the Northland coast but, on a recount, concedes he has used up the lot. Among his many scrapes with death was the time his...

Whether you want to fish for sprats from a wharf, walk up a stream with a fly rod, or cast a line from a boat or kayak, there's a heap of handy information in here. Learn how to tie knots, bait hooks, cast lures, and fillet and cook your catch. Al Brown has a life-long love of fishing and Hooked...

Paul Whitehouse and fishing expert John Bailey celebrate the timeless joy of fishing. Paul Whitehouse and John Bailey have been devout fishermen for longer than they care to remember. A hobby, past time or sport – call it what you want – they have felt the pull of the water ever since they were kids and have never missed the...

Immerse yourself in the enthralling world of hunting with Hunting Life by Peter Ryan. This masterfully crafted collection of essays offers a deep dive into the thrilling adventures and introspective moments that define the life of a hunter. From the jagged peaks of New Zealand's Southern Alps to the parched deserts and verdant jungles of Africa, Ryan paints a vivid...

Jeremy Wade has caught an unparalleled array of outsize and outlandish fish from challenging locations all over the world - goliath tigerfish from the Congo, arapaima from the Amazon, 'giant devil catfish' from the Himalayan foothills... As his catches attract increasing public attention, many people ask him how they can improve their own fishing results. This book is his reply....

This is a tale of human obsession, one intrepid tuna, the dedicated fisherman who caught and set her free, the promises and limits of ocean science, and the big truth of how our insatiable appetite for bluefin transformed a cottage industry into a global dilemma. In 2004, an enigmatic charter captain named Al Anderson caught and marked one Atlantic bluefin...

Provides fishing tips and lists target species and jigging spots.

Annie’s family work hard to survive on their Ohio farm. Annie’s happiest when hunting game with her pa, and she doesn’t care one bit that it’s not the kind of thing girls are meant to do. When tragedy strikes, the family is thrown into deepest poverty. Until one day, Annie dares to pick up Pa’s old rifle, and find a...

North Island Trout Fishing Guide by John Kent is a practical handbook that provides accurate, up-to-date information on trout fishing in the North Island of New Zealand. Kent draws on over 50 years' trout fishing experience and a lifelong enthusiasm for New Zealand's back-country and high-country fishing areas to provide an unparalleled guide for local and visiting anglers alike. The...

Red Deer in New Zealand is a New Zealand hunting classic. It has sold over 10,000 copies and is the essential handbook for hunting Red deer in New Zealand. In this new paperback edition, best-selling hunting authors Roger Lentle and Frank Saxton offer a unique blend of hunting experience and science, drawing on the knowledge of many seasoned hunters plus...

Intrepid hunter and adventurer Peter Ryan takes you around the world in a collection of lavishly illustrated essays on hunting and the natural world from a master of outdoor literature. Explore the lives of the great hunters of the past—from the primeval forests of early New Zealand to Africa, Asia, and the Americas—to the present and future of wilderness hunting....

A straightforward guide to being smart with your firearm With gun sales at an all-time high in the U.S., easy-to-understand advice on storing and possessing guns safely is at an all-time premium. Safe Gun Ownership For Dummies paves the way for new and novice gun owners to learn the basics of firearm ownership in a non-partisan tone. This book helps...

The majestic and mysterious salmon… Over the centuries, salmon have been a vital resource, a dietary staple and an irresistible catch. But there is so much more to this extraordinary fish. As Mark Kurlansky reveals, salmon persist as a barometer for the health of our planet. Centuries of our greatest assaults on nature can be seen in their harrowing yet...

South Island Trout Fishing Guide by John Kent is a comprehensive guide to the South Island's incomparable trout fishing waters. More than 400 rivers and 150 lakes are described, along with their location, access, fishing season, and appropriate techniques and flies. This book will be of special interest to anglers who enjoy the challenge of exploring and fishing new water....

•Map covers Tauranga in the west to Lottin Point in the east. •The fishing Consultant for this chart is Greg Smeal a surf, rock and land based game fishing guide based in Kawerau where he runs his Tackle Store. •This map includes a close up of the fishing spots, fitness and skill level required to fish each spot with tips...

Spot X Boat Fishing New Zealand

Spot X Cape to Cape Game Fishing

Spot X Fishing Knots & Rigs Soft Baits by Mark Kitteridge covers the fundamentals of using soft-baits effectively. Key topics include: Placing soft-baits on lead-head hooks, placing soft-baits on worm-hooks, and understanding various rigs such as the lead-head rig, worm-hook rig, drop-shot rig, weighted kingfish rig, and Hapuku rig. The book also provides step-by-step instructions on how to tie essential...

Well-known fishing identity Mark Draper, with the assistance of Fish and Game and experts from around the country, has written this accessible guide to fishing freshwater in New Zealand. The book features topographic maps from North Cape to Bluff. The 1,000 spots cover a wide range of popular fish species such as Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Salmon, Mackinaw, Rudd, Perch,...

Following the sell-out success of the first, second, third, fourth and fifth editions of Spot X Hunting New Zealand. Illustrated with the latest 1:50,000 and 1:250,000 topographic maps. Information on over 850 hunting spots. Species available. Accommodation details. Access, permits, and restrictions. Xpert hunting tips that all hunters will need to know when planning their next adventure.

Spot X Kawau Island to Whangaparoa

Spot X Nelson and Marlborough Sounds map covers Cape Farewell in the north to Queen Charlotte Sound in the south. The fishing consultant for this chart is Ross Woodhouse, a surf and rock fisherman based in Nelson. This map includes a close-up of the fishing spots, detailing the fitness and skill level required to fish each spot, along with tips...

The hydrographic chart covers Hot Water Beach down to Petleys and includes Mayor Island and the Alderman Islands. The fishing consultant for this chart is Llew Jones, skipper of Te Ra, a very successful charter boat operating out of Whangamata Harbour. 21 fishing spots are reviewed with GPS marks, illustrations of recommended boat positions, target species, bait, rig, and the...

Spot X Wild Foods New Zealand contains over 400 of the best NZ wild food recipes for fish, shellfish, crabs, and crayfish, plus recipes for all New Zealand game animals and birds. It details how to pluck, fillet, skin, breast, and prepare for the chef. Recipes are rated for difficulty, and a preparation time is included.

Tauranga Fishing Spots is a hydrographic chart that covers areas from Tauranga down to Pukehina Beach and out to the Penguin Shoals, Motiti, and the Little Sisters. The fishing consultant for this chart is Hugh Ensor, owner of Blue Ocean Charters Ltd, a very successful charter business operating three boats out of Tauranga Harbour. This chart includes 21 fishing spots...

Bringing her personal passion for throwing in a line, author and historian Anna Clark celebrates the enduring pleasure of fishing. In every coastal town in Australia, there's a bait shop and a boat ramp. Fishing rods are strung up in laundries and garages around the country, waiting for their next outing. Walk over a bridge, look across to a wharf...

Chef Angelo Georgalli, author of The Game Chef and Angelo's Wild Kitchen, resides in Kingston, Otago, where he fully embraces his passions for fishing, archery, hunting, and enjoying the great outdoors. Often inspired by his Mediterranean heritage, the recipes he creates for New Zealand's wild fare consistently reflect his core philosophy of respecting wildlife and living in harmony with nature....

Learn the secrets to successful deerstalking from expert Roger Lentle. With over 50 years of experience, Roger's medical and scientific training have enabled him to systematically evaluate the habits of deer and the traditional and modern methods used for tracking and finding them. This book is designed for the deerstalker who wishes to increase their skill in tracking and finding...

Cameron Hanes is a master - JOE ROGAN Cameron Hanes, New York Times bestselling author of Endure and master of the mindset of relentless drive, shows us what it takes to become undeniable. You become the best you can be by learning from others. That is how bowhunter, ultramarathoner, and New York Times bestselling author Cameron Hanes approaches each day...

By 1965, at the age of thirty, Frank Erceg had established an impressive reputation as a marksman, mountaineer, and photographer, with his work widely published in newspapers and magazines of the day. That same year, Frank and his mate Johnny Cumming were killed in New Zealand's first helicopter hunting accident, sending shockwaves through the tight-knit hunting community. Frank's story began...

Since the 1900s, the fly fisher's mecca that is the Tongariro River has lured people from all over the world to cast a line on its wide waters. Author Grant Henderson tells the river's angling story—tracing the rise of the Tongariro River's popularity as a fishing destination, the creation of the trout fishery, and the famous and notable anglers who...

Off The Beaten Track follows the journey of the daring and devoted team from the hit TV series Red Stag Timber Hunters' Club, which is currently in its sixth season and still going strong. The official members of 'The Hunters Club'—Andre, Anto, Dan, Tim, Sam, and Dave—step off the beaten path to explore the rugged, mountainous back country of New...

Zen in the Art of Archery by Professor Eugen Herrigel is not a practical guide to archery, nor does it suggest that mastering archery is the key to achieving Zen. Instead, it provides a profound exploration of Zen principles, making it an ideal read for both practitioners and non-practitioners. The book offers a brilliant explanation of the path to achieving...

Wild South is an epic journey across the best fly fishing and hunting to be found in New Zealand, Africa, Australia, South America and more. From trout to birds to big game, it's all here - from stalking deep forest for elusive stags and wild boar; waterfowl and upland birds over gun dogs; encounters with plains game and the Big...

While Jules Verne was captivating the world with his fantastical tales of space travel, a man from the British Empire's most remote colony had a dream - to bring salmon to the Antipodes. James Youl wanted to turn the world upside down by transplanting salmon, and then trout, into the Southern Hemisphere for the first time. His mission was dismissed...

A highly illustrated book for budding hunters and fishermen in New Zealand. Winner of the New Zealand Post Book Award for Children and Young Adults, Non-Fiction. How do you stalk a trout? How do you skin a rabbit? How does a bullet work? Instructional and highly illustrated, this is a beginner's book of hunting and fishing for all ages. It...

A foundational environmentalist text centuries ahead of its time, The Compleat Angler is one of the most reprinted books in the English language. From the ruins of the English Civil War to the challenges we all face today, Gareth Brookes’ highly original multimedia adaptation of Izaak Walton’s classic focuses on its instructional aspects, highlights its eccentricities and contemplative themes of...

PREORDER C.J. BOX'S THRILLING NEW NOVEL THE CROSSROADS NOW! A thrilling read from New York Times bestseller C.J. Box. Joe Pickett's friend, military veteran Nate Romanowski, faces the battle of his life: one he may very likely lose. Nate knows too much about Special Forces Black Ops' activities in Afghanistan, and his former comrades know the time has come to...

The Hollows Boys tells the story of the helicopter deer recovery era in Fiordland through the lives of three brothers: Gary, Mark, and Kim Hollows. There is the usual daredevil 'boy’s own adventure' side of the story, with extreme competition between pilots and huge sums of money at stake. But there is also the strange phenomenon of luck, the roll...

Identify your next catch with this handsomely illustrated organisational tool featuring 100 profiles of the most popular, challenging, and interesting fish to hook. With a rating system and scale for the difficulty of each catch, Hooked: The Ultimate Fish to Catch in a Lifetime helps you keep track of every brag-worthy moment. Take it with you on every fishing trip...

Once described as 'Barry Crump meets Fred Dagg', 'Big Al' Lester is the modern-day master of the hunting genre. 'I'm often asked what inspired me to take up writing yarns about the mishaps and mayhem that I have endured while venturing into the New Zealand bush. In truth, I am an average to poor hunter who has had more hunting...

Always be prepared: essential tips and tricks for keeping safe and surviving in the outdoors. Whether you’re going for a leisurely hike or setting off into the wilderness, there is nothing more important than being properly prepared. Being knowledgeable about survival techniques can be the difference between having fun outside and an emergency rescue. Join experienced survivalist, global adventurer, and...

Discover the astonishing truth about our aquatic cousins: how they think and what they know, their experiences and unique behaviours, and the many things we have in common.There are 33,000 species of fish on our planet, and that number is constantly increasing. In context, that is more than all the species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles added together, making...

'Part memoir, part beginner’s guide, part self-help, but wholly wonderful book … It's a real treat to read these nuggets of winged wisdom' MAIL ON SUNDAY ‘A small masterpiece, written with heart, self-belief and wisdom. Wonderful!’ PAUL THEROUX A true story of Bird and writer Candida Meyrick, set on Anglesey – and a fable for us all to find a...

National Outdoor Book Award Winner for Outdoor Literature From the award-winning, bestselling author of Cod—the irresistible story of the science, history, art, and culture of the least efficient way to catch a fish. Fly fishing, historian Mark Kurlansky has found, is a battle of wits, fly fisher vs. fish—and the fly fisher does not always (or often) win. The targets—salmon,...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A gripping story of man pitted against nature’s most fearsome and efficient predator. This "travelogue about tiger poaching in Russia’s far east opens up a new genre ... [the] conservation thriller" (Nature). Outside a remote village in Russia’s Far East, a man-eating tiger is on the prowl. The tiger isn’t just killing people; it’s murdering them, almost...

Firearm Blueing and Browning offers timeless information in an easy-to-use format, with a new foreword added. This guide explains both popular and little-known methods, and includes useful weights and measures charts. This practical and precise guide covers the chemical and heat colouring of all barrel steels and gun metals, from the earliest soft carbon methods to the latest rustless techniques—encompassing...

Racoons are not the only bandits wearing masks in the wilderness. Growing up, author Kennie Prince spent most of his time in the woods and creeks near his home in Rankin County, Mississippi. A highly skilled outdoorsman, Prince began his career with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Conservation in 1983 and dedicated his life to protecting Mississippi’s fish and wildlife...

This book is a collection of successful, and unsuccessful, hunting experiences pulled from the author's 55 plus years of hunting in the state of Pennsylvania.From whitetail deer, to turkey, to black bear stories, hunting trips are recalled in detail. The shift in technology from recurve bow, to compound bow, to crossbow is evident. The areas within Pennsylvania that the author...

Shooter's Bible Guide to Rifle Ballistics, Vol. 2 is a valuable and easy-to-read reference on cartridges and their ballistics, with emphasis on hunting cartridges and their use. Author Wayne van Zwoll does a good job of explaining bullet performance, wind, distance, and other variables affecting accuracy. Combine the information here with some solid practice, and perseverance, and you'll become a...

National Outdoor Book Award Winner for Outdoor Literature From the award-winning, bestselling author of Cod—the irresistible story of the science, history, art, and culture of the least efficient way to catch a fish. Fly fishing, historian Mark Kurlansky has found, is a battle of wits, fly fisher vs. fish—and the fly fisher does not always (or often) win. The targets—salmon,...

Published annually for more than eighty years, the Shooter's Bible is the most comprehensive and sought-after reference guide for new firearms and their specifications, as well as for thousands of guns that have been in production and are currently on the market. With more than seven million copies sold, this is the must-have reference book for gun collectors and firearm...

An award-winning guide, written and illustrated by a father-and-son duo, now available in a new paperback edition, with a new foreword by Sy Montgomery. Most anglers are well aware of the popular game fish that inhabit the Northeast, including the largemouth bass, the rainbow trout, and the yellow perch. But the region's inland waters boast a much broader array of...

Written by a technical expert who has fired many of the guns featured, this book includes a wide and varied assemblage of weapons from each of the world's major manufacturing countries. The Illustrated Directory series provides readers with a fully illustrated, comprehensive reference book packed with timelines, historical facts, and images designed to inform and excite. At 512 pages packed...

Here is a beautifully written meditation on the art, grace, and style of fly fishing, presented in a photo-driven package that's the perfect gift for every angler. Gorgeous visuals of the world's top flyfishing people, places, and things (from the spring creeks of Montana to the ocean flats of the Bahamas) are interspersed with quotes from the greats and more...

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Hunting and Trapping!A collection of tips, tactics, and anecdotes from the finest trappers the United States has ever seen, The Trapper's Bible is an essential reference guide for hunters, trappers, and historians.Taken directly from some of the upmost authorities on the trapping profession, hundreds of photos and illustrations adorn this fascinating compendium. Broken...

Two highly respected outdoor journalists, Kirk Deeter of Field & Stream and Charlie Meyers of the Denver Post, have cracked open their notebooks and shared straight-shot advice on the sport of fly fishing, based on a range of new and old experiences—from interviews with the late Lee Wulff to travels with maverick guides in Tierra del Fuego. The mission of...

The Fly As An Art Form The purpose of this book is twofold: to trace the evolution of realistic fly tying and to feature the creations of the world's most-skilled practitioners of this art form. Some of these contemporary artisans concentrate on imitations of aquatic insects most likely seen by fly fishers. Their focus is on mayflies, caddisflies, and stoneflies....