Description: A comprehensive resource for all anglers living in or traveling to southern Illinois, Southern Illinois Fishing will educate and inspire novice and veteran anglers alike. Colby Simms provides readers with highly detailed information about the sport of fishing in southern Illinois and encourages readers to get out there and fish.
Review Quotes:
"Southern Illinois Fishing is a treasure chest waiting to be opened."--Mike Roux, owner, Mike Roux Outdoor Enterprises
"Colby Simms shines as a masterful storyteller whose journeys across diverse terrains have honed his ability to craft narratives that are both riveting and enlightening."--Mark Lassagne, publisher, Bass Angler Magazine "Tapping into his deep expertise from years of fishing around the world, Simms opens up the throttle on tactics and gear that bring in big southern Illinois fish all year round. Engaging and exciting, this book shows us how a successful day of fishing is more than just catching fish--it's about connecting with family and friends, being willing to learn every day, and staying curious about the natural world waiting for us outside."--James Garvey, director, Center for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences, Southern Illinois University "This book will not only entice you to learn how to fish--it also promotes the peacefulness, solitude, and many benefits of being in nature and sharing the outdoors with those you love."--Larry Ladowski, journalist, MidWest Outdoors"From the novice angler to the experienced fisherman, Southern Illinois Fishing: A Comprehensive Guide for Anglers fully lives up to the promise of its title and must be considered essential reading for anyone [who is] seeking to fish the waters of Southern Illinois."--Midwest Book Review