Specks : Louisiana's Top 10 Trout Destinations, and Exactly How to Fish Them Year-Round [Paperback]

Todd Masson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2001

It is said that 10 percent of the fishermen catch 90 percent of the fish. There's no species in Louisiana about which that statement is more true than speckled trout. At times, specks are everywhere and anyone with a rod and reel can catch them. But during most of the year, only the most knowledgeable anglers consistently boat their limits.

For this book, Todd Masson interviewed biologists, anglers and experts, who have willingly shared their knowledge with readers. Complete with maps and more than 100 photos, the book contains new insights and never-before-published information about Louisiana's favorite saltwater species.

It's not the lucky anglers who catch the most fish; it's the ones who know the most and best understand the species. This book will, without a doubt, make you a better speckled trout fisherman.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...the most comprehensive, informative and entertaining manuscript dedicated exclusively to Louisiana's most popular saltwater species." -- Don Dubuc, host of the Outdoors with Don Dubuc radio show

"Every angler ... will want this trove of trout lore, facts and how-to information." -- Gordon Hutchinson, author of

About the Author

A native of New Orleans, Todd Masson has been fishing the marshes of coastal Louisiana for 25 years. He is an avid speckled trout angler, and gets to sample this state's incomparable speck fishing often in his job as editor of Louisiana Sportsman magazine, a position he's held since 1994.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Louisiana Publishing; 1st edition (May 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0970981309
• ISBN-13: 978-0970981301
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #834,534 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 Masson Hits the Mark, March 11, 2002

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Marty Cannon (Broussard, Louisiana United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Specks : Louisiana's Top 10 Trout Destinations, and Exactly How to Fish Them Year-Round (Paperback)

I have read Louisiana Sportsman magazine for years and have enjoyed Todd Masson's stories. He is truly an excellent oudoors writer and concetrates on the issues that Louisiana sportsman need to hear as well as the fundamentals to maximize each and every outdoor adventure in this state.

Specks is an incredible look into patterns of the speckled trout, one of the finest fish to catch and serve on the dinner table. The book is put together very well including the scientific facts about this fish and the seasonal secrets to catch these fish throughout the state's top ten trout regions. The pictures are of good quality and excellent for seeing what the state has to offer as well as the rigs for catching specks. The maps are of good enough quality to get a general idea of where the action is throughout the year, but shouldn't be substituted for high quality topographic maps and charts. Masson also includes directions to each of the best fishing spots, where to launch your boat and local establishments that can serve the day and weekend angler if they need supplies, refreshments or a quick meal.

Being from south Louisiana and a fisherman that loves catching specks as much as Masson, I have to say that this is an inspiring book that belongs in the tackle box or next to the maps and sea charts. You will maximize your chances of catching quality fish using this handy guide. An excellent read.