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The Kayak Fishing Book The first book ever written on the sport of Kayak Fishing ! Get The Kayak Advantage! Get The Book
KAYAKFISHING: The Revolution by Ken Daubert ISBN # 0967809827 256 pages, 89 photos, & 6 illustrations Chapter Summary Chapter One- Join The Revolution- the purpose of this book- an invitation to join the revolution Chapter Two- Why Kayakfish?- An argument in favor of fishing by kayak not only for the pleasures of kayaking, but especially discussing the tactical, economical and convenience advantages. Chapter Three- The Kayakfishing Community and Communication- An introduction to a cross section sample of individuals who have varying degrees of kayak fishing experience, many of whom are in communication with each other through Internet wesites and bulletin boards. The random sampling includes college students, married couples, business professionals and kayak fishing pros. This diverse group has a few things in common, including an almost fanatical appreciation for the sport and an uncommon desire to share the sport with newcomers. Included within the chapter is an invitation to email individual members for advice or join in the community bulletin boards on the Internet for the mutual sharing of experiences and advice. Chapter Four- Where To Kayakfish- This chapter deals with the environmental oppurtunities to paddle and fish which are virtually limited only by the reader's kayak model & design choice, their physical abilities and their sense of adventure. Chapter Five- Choosing A Kayak- A discussion of various kayak designs and models and how their characteristics relate to paddling environments and angler's requirements, utilizing diverse angling styles for various species. The chapter ends with the favorite kayak model choices of experienced kayak fishing guides and professionals in fresh and saltwater from Canada and around our U.S. coasts from the Northeast to California. Chapter Six- Customizing Your Kayak- This chapter will help the reader to make changes to an old or new kayak of any style by helping with choices and installations of accessories that make kayak fishing more comfortable, convenient, effective and efficient. Chapter Seven- Kayakfishing Accessories- Since it is the accessories that make a kayak more fisher friendly, comfortable, convenient, effective, efficient, versatile, transportable, and safe, this chapter is a survey of current options available. New breakthrough products designed specifically for kayak fishing are included. Chapter Eight- Transporting Your Kayak- This chapter covers some of the options for moving a kayak from its storage area to the transporting vehichle, from the transporting vehicle to the water, and over land from one body of water to another. Various types of vehicles, cartop carriers, kayak carts, and kayak slings are covered, including all-terrain carts and ideas for making for making your own homemade kayak cart. Chapter Nine- Kayakfishing Skills and Techniques- This chapter is designed to teach prospective kayak anglers a set of selected skills that will increase their effectiveness and efficiency. Included in this chapter are techniques for paddling and boat positioning with one hand while the other hand is occupied with a fishing rod. Other skills such as the use of sprint paddling, sight fishing, wadefishing, trolling, fishing upwind, drifting techniques, controlling drift, and the use of paddle leashes, anchors, sea anchors and rudders. Chapter Ten- Kayak Flyfishing- This chapter points out the advantages of flyfishing by kayak, discusses some of the problems, and offers solutions. Chapter Eleven- Kayak Lure Fishing- This chapter discusses the special advantages of stealth and penetration of innaccessible areas that a kayak gives an angler using artificial lures. It covers many of the most effective and commonly used techniques in fresh and saltwater and how they are enhanced when fishing by kayak. Chapter Twelve- Kayak Live Bait Fishing- The use of live bait from a kayak creates a situation where the angler can truly catch fish as large as their craft and literally be towed around on a watery sleigh ride. This chapter covers the catching, keeping, and various techniques for fishing many of the most common species of live baitfish. It includes advice and recommendations for installing various styles of live bait tanks and aerators. It also covers more simple forms of baitkeeping devices such as trolling buckets, and other common types of live bait. Chapter Thirteen- Kayak Fish Fighting- This chapter deals with the dynamics of battling a fish from a kayak. Maneuvering to your advantage against a large fish, avoidance of obstructions, and safety hazards from large and small fish as well as your own tackle are covered. Chapter Fourteen- Kayak Fish Handling- This is a companion chapter or sequel to the previous chapter. It covers the landing or releasing of large and small dangerous and non dangerous fish species, including sharks and other sharp toothed species. It covers some of the latest techniques currently in use by professionals in this quickly evolving sport, and some some safety hazards. It also offers some advice in keeping fish fresh that are intended to be eaten. Chapter Fifteen- Kayak Fishing Safety- This chapter covers safety hazards that are related to the outdoor environment, including the weather, scary critters, the fish, and motorized watercraft. It also includes a safety epqupiment checklist. Chapter Sixteen- Kayakfishing Experts- This chapter gives the reader an introduction to kayak fishing experts through their own kayak fishing biographies, including kayak fishing professional guides and representatives of kayak fishing products. It features experts from Canada, the Northeast coast, Florida, Texas and California. Each give their own personal perspective, tips and advice on kayak fishing techniques and kayak choice. Chapter Seventeen- Kayakfishing Resources- This chapter is actually a list of resources that would be of interest to kayak anglers. The contact information for the individuals,organizations, publications and products mentioned in the previous book chapters are listed here.
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