Larry Bozka's Saltwater Strategies :How, When and Where to Fish the Western Gulf Coast [Paperback]

Larry Bozka (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 1988

"Larry Bozka's Saltwater Strategies: How, When and Where to Fish the Western Gulf Coast," is the definitive guide and reference to catching inshore gamefish--primarily redfish, speckled trout and flounder--from the Texas, Louisiana and Mexico coastlines. From tackle to techniques, locations to lures, it is the most comprehensive book ever published on the strategies and approaches that give the saltwater fisherman a decided edge when striking out on the flats, beachfronts and bays of the Western Coast.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Saltwater Strategies" is worth checking out not only for its open-minded approach to saltwater fishing, but for the author's passionate, articulate anecdotes of reflections of time spent in the outdoors.

It's obvious this book was written with a genuine desire to improve the coastal angler's chances of scoring on fish. I highly recommend it. -- Chester Moore...Outdoor Editor, Port Arthur News

Aside from his family, the only thing Larry Bozka likes more than saltwater fishing is... Come to think of it, I don`t know of anything he likes more.

This book is about coastal fishing and addresses the subject in a style entirely unique to the author. Cover to cover, Bozka weaves an always entertaining blend of education, anecdote and foresight. Seasoned coastal anglers will sense his passion and admire his accuracy. Newcomers will close the book fully prepared and afire with enthusiasm. -- Doug Pike...Houston Chronicle, TIDE, Field & Stream

Old time writers, legendary fishing guides and the who's who of sport anglers--they are all there in a book covering the gamut of how, when and where to fish the bays and beacher.

Writing in a conversational, anecdotal style, Bozka is a companionable guide as he fishes and name drops through strategies of wading, drifting, plugging and baiting for gamefish in bays, surf and passes. -- Buddy Gough, Corpus Christi Caller-Times

You read Larry Bozka--whether it's this fine book, or his columns and features in Texas Fish & Game, or his jottings on cocktail napkins--and you will learn not only how to fish, but why. -- Ken Grissom, syndicated columnist, Louisiana State Newspapers

From the Publisher

Larry Bozka's first book, Saltwater Strategies--How, When and Where to Fish the Western Gulf Coast, draws on a 22-year career as an outdoor writer and a lifetime as an avid outdoorsman.

This work presents readers with the most comprehensive and up-to-date instruction on fishing the incredibly productive waters of the Western Gulf of Mexico. Bozka's book will be a must-read for saltwater anglers of every level, from the beginner to the most seasoned old salt.

It is also the cornerstone of a series of Saltwater Strategies books to be published by Texas Fish & Game. The books will also be supplemented by a series of instructional videos and audio books, also to be produced by Texas Fish & Game.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Bozkabooks (1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 092998000X
• ISBN-13: 978-0929980003
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,669,578 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bozka's gem is "A True Fisherman's Friend", October 19, 2000

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Watkins Emporium (Tacoma, Wa USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Larry Bozka's Saltwater Strategies :How, When and Where to Fish the Western Gulf Coast (Paperback)

The first time I met Larry he had a fisherman's sunburn and a contented smile on his face .... and that was in 1963 in Mrs. Holitzke's 2nd grade class in a small town south of Houston, TX! His dad had taken him and his brother fishing on the 'Lone Star' off the Galveston jetties and Larry was still flickin' the scales off himself.

Well, all these years later, it's a joy to read his stories and live the saltwater adventures that he describes so vividly right before your eyes.

And, though I have a biased opinion about the author, having lived some of the adventures myself, and having heard many stories about some of the others, I can tell you that there are few people along the Gulf Coast that can match the skills of Senor Bozka.

He can fish. He can use the English Language to weave an interesting and well-composed tale. And he can shoot photos so clear and imaginative, they could fill a thousand art galleries.

When you put all 3 of those together, and add the thousands of technical references gleaned from decades of experimentation and investigation and good ole 'field research', well, you get 'Saltwater Strategies'.

A book packed with tecnical information and spirited anecdotes and wonderful illustrative photography. Whether you seek trophies for the wall or the frying pan, this book will help you get that what you seek. KEEPERS!

And that's just what Larry Bozka's 'Saltwater Strategies' is ... a KEEPER.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Hoping for more, March 29, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Larry Bozka's Saltwater Strategies :How, When and Where to Fish the Western Gulf Coast (Paperback)

I had really hoped for a little more from this book. The information on the weather, moon and tides is invaluable; but I was hoping for a little more on lure selection and how to work the baits. The book covers every type of lure, I just want to know some hot colors and some insight on how to get more from standard lures. I enjoy plugging and know how to walk the dog, but is there anything special for mirro-lures. I would also like to know who edited the book since there are numerous mistakes in spelling. There are also several places where the text is out of order and it jumps from one paragraph to another mid-sentence. Aside from the few things that I did not like, there is valuable info for anyone who fishes the coast and compared to other books of the subject, it is a miracle. I guess I got too excited and became disappointed since most of the info I have already read before. Thanks to Joe Doggett

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another keeper!!, July 26, 2004

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Gerard A. Angyal (Tx USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Larry Bozka's Saltwater Strategies :How, When and Where to Fish the Western Gulf Coast (Paperback)

If you like to fish Reds, Trouts and other species of the Western Gulf Coast this is a very good book. I personally enjoy reading and learning from this type of books where include many topics from anchoring, lure selection water types etc etc.
Honestly I been looking for this book over a year but for long time ago is no longer in the stores I finally found it used. I contacted once Mr Bozka via e mail and he reply me telling me that is no availability at this moment in the stores, I strongly recomend to produce more copies of this valuable document since like me are more anglers looking for knowledge and for the future anglers.
Besides Mr Larry Bozka I also recomend Pat Murray and Chester Moore Books I admire the 3 of them and consider as a valued Icon for generations of anglers to come.