Eugene Burns worked tirelessly and meticulously to research and understand the fundamentals of fly fishing. He questioned traditional fishing methods and ideas used for hundreds of years and honed in
This work encompasses scientific data about our largest game bird including; food requirements and habitat, habits and enemies, forest management and winter feeding and the application of such knowled
The story of and instructions to tie the popular and successful Clouser Deep Minnow and its variations, including Purple Darter, Clouser Crayfish, EZ Popper, Rattle Clouser, Bright Sides Minnow, and m
Completely revised and updated, including two new streams and updated maps16 trout streams, with detailed information on hatches, tactics, and accessList of major Maryland fly shops and other importan
Revised and updated, this is the essential guide for servicemembers' wives and families.Covers all aspects, from marriage and living on base to moving and deploymentsIncludes sections on benefits, res
Visual history of the Vietnam WarHundreds of photos, many of them rare and never published beforePhotos of soldiers, helicopters and ground vehicles, villages and terrain, base camps, and morePerfect
An extensive and fascinating history of the sporting lodge that also identifies and details buildings that are still in use todayDetails how sportsmen and their families traveled and includes a reenac
Planning and outfitting, including what you'll need on the water and in camp for long or short tripsUsing lines, basic strokes, basic maneuvers, and drills, rigging, loading and unloading, carrying an
Tactics for Great Lakes steelhead, including new two-handed and switch rod techniques and Spey and tube fliesSpecifics on key rivers and streams in each of the Great Lakes states and provincesUndersta
A tribute to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the British gun trade Many unrecorded designs and artifacts, including the single trigger, the over and under gun, and the single barrel or the classic
The best places and times to fish Detailed maps and hatch charts plus top producing fly patterns with recipes Local guides, outfitters, and other experts on techniques and tackle, including Pat Dors
90 hatches including mayflies, stoneflies, caddisflies, midges, and terrestrials Both stillwater and creek, stream, and river hatches Color photos, key features, habitat, hatch times, and fishing hint
Full-color, revised edition Plans for weddings, holiday parties, and Renaissance fairs Ideas for properly decorating the dining hall Lyrics and music for songs and dances Recipes for food and drink Pa
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques: choosing leather, stamping and decorating, stitching and lacing, and finishing Projects in both traditional and contem
Now in full color, updated and revised throughout Information on choosing a bow, setting up the bow and arrows, selecting tackle, and ordering a custom bow Practical advice on storing and transporting
How to cut heating and cooling costs, utilize solar energy, construct nonflush toilets and solar showers, collect rainwater, and apply permaculture techniquesHundreds of photographs and diagrams illus
New full-color photosGrowing and using in the gardenInstructions for a variety of crafts and potpourris plus recipes for entrees, sides, and pastriesThe leaves, stems, buds, and flowers of lavender ar
Revised and updated edition with new photos and digital techniques How to prepare for a photographic expedition through Yellowstone and Grand Tetons national parks Includes products and services secti
Fun, contemporary, and old-fashioned designs For both novice and experienced crafters Practical information and inspiring photographs How to make 104 different kinds of candles is described and illust
The saltwater angler's identification guide to entomology and fly patterns with over 450 color photos of prey and flies Over 150 species and 200 fly patterns for crabs, shrimp, baitfish, and prey fish
Gearing up for all types of trout fishing on creeks, rivers, tailwaters, and lakes Casting, selecting a fly, and reading the water and finding trout Dave Hughes's clear and simple instruction and expl
Adult mayflies' dates of appearance, molting and mating habits, and colors, shapes, and sizes Tying Syl's Gold Plated Spinner and Syl's Gold Tail Spinner After spending more than three years collectin
Fundamental skills and stitches, such as the chain stitch, slip stitch, and single, half double, and double crochet Techniques include creating an integral fringe, crocheting in the round, and filet c
Evaluations of different crossbows on the market today and how to select the right arrow, points, and sightsShooting and hunting techniques for deer, bear, hogs, and elkClassic crossbow hunts for big
Covers preseason scouting, how and where to place a blind, use of decoys and calls Identifies and corrects common mistakes made when placing and setting up blinds and decoys, timing the hunt, and wait
A guide to conducting safe and successful kayak expeditions discusses equipment and supplies, paddling techniques, navigating river hazards, planning a trip, and handling different weather and water c
Describes the necessary tools and materials, discusses knife design and sheath making, and provides instructions for making choppers, daggers, skinners, and all-purpose, carving, wilderness, camp, and
Identifies North American locations of known deposits and explains procedures and techniques of prospecting, staking and filing claims, mining, panning, and sluicing, and selling or leasing a claim
With the instructions in this book, you are only minutes away from creating your own one-of-a-kind woven scarves, pillows, handbags, and more. Step-by-step instructions walk you through how to make simple looms from cardboard. Then follow the instructions to make the 25 original projects.
Expert angler Ed Engle combines his two classic books on small fly tying and fishing in one updated, second-edition volume, covering patterns for tiny, sparsely dressed flies and how to fish them. Eng
The most comprehensive reference guide to mammal tracks and sign for North America. This new edition is more visual, with more than 1300 photos and 450 illustrations for easy comparison and identifica
Lace gets a whole new look! Lace has traditionally been knit in finer weight yarns to create airy, delicate designs. But when knit in bulky yarns, lace becomes bold, graphic, and dramatic. Get those b
Washington Roebling is well known as the man who supervised construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. This is the story of Roebling’s Civil War service at Gettysburg and beyond, and how that service&
Misfire combines insider knowledge of U.S. Army weapons development with firsthand combat experience to tell the story of the M16—iconic as the American weapon of the Vietnam War and, indeed, as
It is so easy to make elegant, boutique-style jewelry with artistic wire. All you need is the wire and a few basic tools. Step-by-step instructions teach you ten different wire techniques, and project
David Danelo has traveled the U.S.-Mexico border and his investigative report about a complex issue examines the border in human terms. As topical today as it was when he made his trek, this updated e
Cute girls deserve cute clothes! Dress your favorite girls sizes four to ten in these adorable crochet sweaters, dresses, skirts, hats, purses, and more. A crochet stitch tutorial section is included
Those who witnessed it never forgot it: the great armada of Allied ships that filled the English Channel on D-Day, June 6, 1944. From battleships, cruisers, and destroyers down to the much smaller lan
New flies and old standbys from one of Umpqua Feather Merchant's top-selling fly designers, with 500 step-by-step photos of 24 proven patterns for the most demanding trout. Includes patterns for strea