Fishing can be a relaxing and enjoyable hobby. See what the library and the Web have to offer to help you learn more and improve your skills. You'll be an expert angler in no time!
Books:
Fishing Ohio: an Angler's Guide to Over 200 Fishing Spots in the Buckeye State
by Tom Cross
Find out all about the best local fishing spots open to the public.
Fly Fisherman's Primer
by Paul N. Fling & Donald L. Puterbaugh
This book covers everything, beginning with how to choose your equipment. It also gives a solid overview of fly fishing basics, and even includes a chapter on etiquette.
National Audubon Society Field Guide to Fishes: North America
by Carter R. Gilbert and James D. Williams
Find out exactly what you caught by referencing the 750 color photos of fish species. Also find description, habitat, and range of an even larger variety of fish.
North American Fish
by Josleen Wilson
Amazing large color photos bring these fish of North America to life in this book. Learn the basics of a variety of species.
Orvis Fly-Tying Manual: How to Tie Eight Popular Flies
Follow these step-by-step instructions, demonstrated with color photographs, to get started tying your own flies.
Reading Trout Streams: an Orvis Guide
by Tom Rosenbauer
Learn how to view a trout stream and figure out where the fish live and feed to improve your trout fishing results.
Roland Martin's 101 Bass-Catching Secrets
by Roland Martin
This tournament-winning angler shares his secrets, including how to use water conditions to determine which bait or lure to use.
Tackle Care: The Tackle Maintenance Handbook
by C. Boyd Pfeiffer
Learn how to get the most out of your fishing equipment by taking good care of it.
Websites:
Ohio Fishing Resources - This is the Ohio Department of Natural Resources site for fishing enthusiasts. Find news, features, and links to more information.
Get a Fishing License - Use this official website to purchase a fishing license online, or enter your ZIP code to find a vendor near you.
Lake, Reservoir, and River Fishing Maps - Visit this page to find out in which Ohio lakes to fish.
Ohio Fishing Laws - Learn how to be a responsible and legal angler at this site.
Fish Anatomy Basics - The first step in identifying fish is learning the basics of their anatomy.
A-Z Species Guide - Get information on Ohio fish, including a picture or illustration, typical size, common and scientific names, and habitat.
About: Freshwater Fishing - Find a variety of articles on fishing, from product reviews to how to cook your catch.
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