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Surf Fishing

Surf fishing can be one of the most frustrating, yet rewarding forms of fishing. This book will eliminate those frustrations and let you enjoy the rewards of your efforts. It’s a wealth of information packed into 45 pages, and will show you how to catch more fish from the beach. The author draws from almost 50 years of experience fishing the surf from the mid-Atlantic to the Gulf of Mexico.

Joe’s original book “Surf Fishing” was published 1990. The second edition, released in July, 2010 contains much more information about 15 different species of fish that you will catch from the surf. See photos of rigs, lures and baits, read concise descriptions of the best way to prepare several different baits and discover some inside tips that will help you put more fish on the beach!

This is no “coffee table” book. It’s designed to fit in your tackle bag and be used as a reference to help you identify your catch, tie some dependable and effective knots and show you how to “read the beach” to find the holes where fish live and eat. Click here to get an exclusive sneak peek inside!

Pier Fishing

Joe Malat spent a lot of years fishing on the piers at Virginia Beach and the Outer Banks, and a fishing pier continues to be one of his favorite places to wet a line. “Pier Fishing” contains detailed information about how to catch 15 different species of fish. See the lures, rigs and baits, learn to tie the best knots for pier fishing and read some of the best and most effective tips that will help you catch more fish from Atlantic and Gulf Coast piers. Click here to get an exclusive sneak peek inside!

Let's Go Crabbing

Did you know the Latin name of the blue crab, Callinectes sapidus translates to mean “savory, beautiful swimmer?” There’s nothing like spending a day on the water, trying to catch a “mess” of crabs, whether it’s from a boat, dock or shoreline, with a handline and dip net or in a trap.

“Let’s Go Crabbing” covers everything you need to know about catching, handling, cleaning and eating blue crabs. Learn some crab biology and how to tell a male from a female crab. See step-by-by step photos of how to “pick” a hard crab and how to clean a soft crab, a true delicacy from the sea. Read some of the author’s favorite crab recipes that are sure to whet your appetite so you can fully appreciate and enjoy these tasty crustaceans.

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Surf Fishing

Pier Fishing

Let's Go Crabbing