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Foghorn Outdoors California Fishing: The Complete Guide to Fishing on Lakes, Streams, Rivers, and Coasts

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I have Mr. Steinstra's camping book and this is done in a similar vein. He rates each of the fishing spots on a 1-10 scale. It is a delight to read the descriptions on places I have been or places I may never get to.
Please note that this is not really a book for beginners. The tips and location details are not tutorials on fishing, but assume you have knowledge of the techniques discussed.

I have had this book for three years and it is by far the most valuable resource on fishing in California that I own. Locations by region, maps, directions, and discussion of some incredibly obscure spots I never knew existed. The first thing I do when planning a fishing trip with the fellas is open this book and start exploring the hundreds and hundreds of rivers and lakes Tom outlines in detail. We've taken 4 or 5 trips using this book and all have been great. Directions are concise, accessability, facilities and fees are discussed, lures, tackle, and techniques for various locales along with some very entertaining stories make this one of my favorite books in the library.

After reading the fishing suggestions for Big Bear Lake, I used a lure that was suggested for this lake, namely, a rooster tail, and hooked a beautiful two pound trout. I have always used a needlefish lure until now. You know what I'll use in the future! We plan to fish in the High Sierra's next year and this book will be my bible.

My title says it all. This is the Bible of California fishing. Thinking about fishing in California? Your first step should be this book. Along with my fly rod and some tackle, I keep a copy in my Jeep at all times. Just in case......

I have Mr. Steinstra's camping book and this is done in a similar vein. He rates each of the fishing spots on a 1-10 scale. It is a delight to read the descriptions on places I have been or places I may never get to.
Please note that this is not really a book for beginners. The tips and location details are not tutorials on fishing, but assume you have knowledge of the techniques discussed.

EXCELLENT GUIDE TO ALL TYPES OF FISHING AREA'S FROM THE OCEAN TO STREAMS,RIVERS AND LAKES. Does not include any private lakes but all public access fishing places.Only gives address and phone numbers.
Excellent resource, a must have item for any fisherman.
Shows all the secret secluded fishing spots most people just drive past.

Great information about everything there is to know about fishing. The Foghorn Camping book complements it well.

This is a "must have" book. I always have the book in my truck when I leave on a fishing trip. It is well laid out and very informative and just about every fishing hole in the state. I've seen Tom several times and purchased his books at the local fishing expositions and he has signed every copy.

This book's look, feel, and set up reminds me of a AAA tour guide, which is good or bad depending on your needs.