No-Nonsense Guide to Coastal Fishing (Saltwater Strategies) [Paperback]

Pat Murray (Author)

Book Description

Series: Saltwater Strategies | Publication Date: December 1, 2001

Pat Murray's No-Nonsense Guide to Coastal Fishing is the much-anticipated sequel to our original best-selling Saltwater Strategies. It provides an in-depth look at the details the transform the sport of coastal fishing into an art.

Pat's straight forward approach gives an insider's look into fishing like a pro. From detailed maps to general philosophies for success, this book is a must-have guide for every coastal angler.

This no-nonsense guide is the culmination of years of professional guiding and countless personal angling experiences. It is an A to Z guide for everyone from beginner to pro. Put simply, it will make you a better fisherman.

Here's just a sample of what you'll learn:

Decoding the Coast: topography, structure, water flow and historical perspective

Land Locked: a guide to quality fishing without a boat

Wading Techniques: uncovering the mystery of mysticism of wadefishing

Nearshore Tactics: from tarpon to sharks, world-class battles await within sight of coastal beaches

Treasure Maps: an in-depth look at Texas' most popular bays and most secret spots to target including detailed maps with the author's personal notes indicating specific spots to target

Tournament Tactics: winning techniques and philosophies to turn what learn into cash

Hiring a Guide: an ex-guide's look at how to hire a real pro

Tips from the Pros: see what the pros would use if they could only have five lures

And much, much more...

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

During his seven years of professional guiding on the Galveston Bay Complex, Pat Murray won second-runner up in the 1993 Guide's Cup Tournament, won the 1994 Media Cup Championship and won the prestigious Guide's Cup in 1995. As an amateur, he recently won a 1999 Galveston Troutmasters Tournament.

Pat worked as an assistant Director for the Coastal Conservation Association Texas for four years and is currently CCA's National Communications Director. He is Chairman of the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission's recreational fishing panel and continues to be an impassioned voice for marine conservation and proper fisheries management in Texas and beyond.

Pat has written for numerous state and national publications. He is currently on the editing staff of CCA's nationally acclaimed TIDE magazine as well as writing an award-winning bi-monthly column. He has won several writing awards and was given the 2000 Texas Outdoor Writer's Association Editorial-of-the-Year award.

Product Details

• Paperback: 220 pages
• Publisher: Texas Fish & Game Publishing Company; 1St Edition edition (December 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0929980220
• ISBN-13: 978-0929980225
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #435,518 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pat Murray's guide tells the big picture, August 26, 2005

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fiannor (Galveston County, TX United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: No-Nonsense Guide to Coastal Fishing (Saltwater Strategies) (Paperback)

Though i've lived all my life on the gulf coast and fished on and off growing up, I'm just now returning to it again and am still very much a begginner when it comes to salt water fishing. Pat Murray puts coastal fishing into perspective that are right in front of us that I think many of us look at but never see. His explanation of the gulf, bays, and marsh systems is very interesting and highly usefull. I'd never really thought about where the fish go, or where they breed, and never realized there was so much migration happening with some species, and very little with others. As for the specifics of fishing and the tools of the trade he fills the book with them. And the big color plates in the back of the book on the 5 hottest bays is a real treat.
This is no boring autobiagraphy of "How i became a great fisherman". It's a "how to/where to", of coastal fishing, from the gulf to the marsh with a lot of the actual bays and waterways examined chapter to chapter.
I'm not saying Pat Murray is the final word on coastal fishing, and if he was I sure wouldn't be qualified to make that call, but as someone relatively new/returning to the love of coastal fishing, this book is a must.

I just picked up my copy at a half price book store for less than 5 dollars. From what I'm reading, i'd call that a keeper.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great read, August 2, 2008

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Fletch (Mobile, AL USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: No-Nonsense Guide to Coastal Fishing (Saltwater Strategies) (Paperback)

Best fishing book I've read, and I've read quite a few. Great writing style, easy to read, very informative, solid instruction. Any coastal angler will benefit and catch more fish.

4.0 out of 5 stars A helpful book for the beginner, July 16, 2008

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Scott J. Carlin "Yakmandu" (Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: No-Nonsense Guide to Coastal Fishing (Saltwater Strategies) (Paperback)

This book is well organized and instructive. I was able to use the information to increase my productivity and enjoyment during a recent fishing trip to the Texas Gulf Coast. I recommend this book to beginners looking for saltwater fishing tips.