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"Harvey Cheyne, the pampered fifteen-year-old son of an American millionaire, is sailing to Europe when he falls overboard. Saved from drowning by a New England fishing schooner, he finds his rough new companions unimpressed by his wealth and shocked by his ignorance. He will have to prove his worth in the only way the captain and crew will accept: through the slow and arduous mastery of skills upon which their common survival depends."--Back cover....
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Gone fishing volume 1
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In this novel told through poems, nine-year-old Sam loves fishing with his dad, so when his pesky little sister horns in on their fishing trip, he is none too pleased. Includes primer on rhyme, poetry techniques, rhythm, stanzas, and poetic forms.
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Sofie, sixteen, lives alone with her father, a Scottish fisherman, on New Hampshire's coast and is not prepared for the return of her pregnant mother, a Cambodian immigrant, or for the forbidden relationship she has begun with a young Army medic back from Afghanistan.
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Fishing is the perfect pastime for all kinds of people, from those who want a quiet day out on the lake to those who welcome a great sporting contest to land the biggest fish. Fishing is for everyone, and it offers a thrill every time something unseen grabs your hook. The larger your fish, the harder the creature will fight, and the more strength and skill you will need to bring in your catch. This book gives you the information you need to develop...
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Just as Norman Maclean writes at the end of "A River Runs through It" that he is "haunted by waters," so have readers been haunted by his novella. A retired English professor who began writing fiction at the age of 70, Maclean produced what is now recognized as one of the classic American stories of the twentieth century. Originally published in 1976, A River Runs through It and Other Stories now celebrates its twenty-fifth anniversary,
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Sixteen-year-old Robbie Daniels, happy to get a job aboard a troller fishing for king salmon off southeastern Alaska, finds himself in danger when he discovers that his mysterious captain is searching for long-buried Russian plaques that lay claim to Alaska and the Northwest.
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In October 1991, three raging weather fronts, one of them a powerful hurricane, combined in the North Atlantic to form the greatest storm in recorded history. Caught in the storm was the sword-fishing boat Andrea Gail. Billy Tyne is the sword-fishing boat captain of the Gail who is from Gloucester. Tyne is highly competitive, but has been stung by a string of poor outings. His crew is hardly back in port when he tells them he's going out again, even...
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The alarming true story of what's happening to the fish, the oceans and our environment. It tells how and why the fish we most commonly eat, including tuna, salmon, cod and swordfish, could become extinct within fifty years. It is a call to action. With its focus on supporting sustainable fishing it shows how from little steps to big, kids can -- and must make a difference.
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Jeff and his best friend Keith are ice-fishing in an old ice shack on Big Lake when a sudden blizzard blows in and their generator dies--as the boys struggle to find their way to safety they suddenly find themselves on thin ice, and when Keith falls through Jeff must find a way to save his friend from the freezing water.
13) The river why
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Sick of living in a home shrouded with secrets, lies, and a smothering sense of competition, Gus runs away from home and the shadow of his famous fly-fishing father. Determined to live life like he wants it, Gus makes his new home in a secluded cabin on the banks of a river where he plans to fish all day. Instead, he is propelled into a quest for self-discovery.
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All the essentials for the young outdoorsman
Originally published in 1865, The Complete Manual for Young Sportsmen is every young man (or young woman's) guide to everything outdoors. This new edition of the classic handbook provides instructions, tips, and facts about everything from hunting to fishing to animal's habits. With new updated illustrations and step-by-step instructions, every person young and old can learn to be an outdoorsman.
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15) Fly fishing
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"If spending the day out on an open river full of trout sounds like your best day ever, you need to read this book to learn everything about fly fishing. The book has been designed to help you learn about the right techniques and the right equipment for the unique type of angling that is fly fishing. You'll learn about casting, fly line and more to bring in the big fish. Fly fishing takes patience and practice, but readers will definitely gain knowledge...
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Sugar Creek Gang volume 1
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A fishing trip turns into adventure, involving a bank robber and a mysterious map.
17) Dredge
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"DREDGE is a single-player fishing adventure with a sinister undercurrent. Sell your catch, upgrade your boat, and dredge the depths for long-buried secrets. Explore a mysterious archipelago and discover why some things are best left forgotten."
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With this game, the user can compete in world-class tournaments, weekly challenges all to improve their skills by earning bonus money to climb the ranks and become a professional angler for the #1 fishing brand in the world? The user can build their reputation, gain sponsors, battle for trophies as you try to catch the top 24-species of fish in some of the most iconic fishing locations in North America. The user can also unlock and choose from 100s...
20) Fishing
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Outlines requirements for pursuing a merit badge in fishing with an overview of the basics of fishing, including the nature of fish (parts, where found), types of freshwater and saltwater fish, equipment needed, knots used, cleaning and cooking, safety practices, and obeying fish and gaming laws.