As I patiently await the arrival of consistent weather patterns and local water temperatures that exceed 39 degrees, I've been exploring some authors who write about fishing.
I started with Norman Maclean's "A River Runs Through It". Somehow I've never watched the movie, but the book is pretty good so far.
Although I grew up on a rural farm, in a rural state I no longer have the luxury of pristine waters and scenery within a short bicycle ride.
So I've been checking out writers who write about urban fishing environments. Has anyone read any of these listed below, or have other suggestions?
I don't need a primer on "how to fish" but some stories about fishing in urban environments would be cool. I do it alot myself, and plan to do a lot more.
Here are a few I have found so far:
• Fishing in the City: A Guide to Urban Fishing" by Melinda Allen: This book is a comprehensive guide to urban fishing, with tips on gear, techniques, and locations to fish in cities across the United States.
• "The Urban Angler: How to Catch Fish in Any City" by Alan Batt: This book offers practical advice for fishing in urban environments, including tips on selecting gear, finding fish, and dealing with obstacles such as pollution and crowds.
• "Urban Fishing: The Complete Guide to Fishing in Town" by Shaun Leonard: This book explores the history and culture of urban fishing, as well as providing tips and advice for anglers looking to fish in urban areas.
• "Urban Angling: Fishing the Streets, Rivers, and Canals of the World" by Ian Chillag and The World Fishing Network: This book features stories and photographs of urban anglers around the world, highlighting the unique challenges and rewards of fishing in cities.
• "Trout in the Desert: On Fly Fishing, Human Habits, and the Cold Waters of the Arid Southwest" by Matthew Dickerson: This book is not specifically about urban fishing, but it explores the intersection of human development and fishing in the arid Southwest, where water resources are scarce and often hotly contested.
