SOUTHERN ILLINOIS FISHING

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS FISHING: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE FOR ANGLERS

The ultimate resource for sport fishing in southern Illinois

Southern Illinois’s many waterways teem with an incredible variety of fish species, and award-winning fisherman and journalist Colby Simms knows exactly where and how to catch them all.

Within these pages, Simms shares the secrets he’s gleaned from years of hard-won experience. He conferred with fellow fishing pros as well as biologists, outdoor sports media figures, and other experts to bring you the most current, site-specific information possible. From fishing fundamentals to the most advanced, cutting-edge techniques, Simms presents a battle plan for attacking the waters, big and small, of the lower Prairie State, which will benefit all anglers—from beginners to seasoned tournament competitors. 

Nestled between the information and instructions, you’ll find stories from Simms and other professional anglers, state fisheries staff, recreational fishers, and more. You’ll find encouragement and motivation to put away life’s modern distractions and get back to nature. Southern Illinois Fishing brims with enthusiasm, humor, and heart, and is sure to educate and inspire readers to lose themselves in the ancient tradition and modern sport of fishing.

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