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	A Compendium of Musky Angling History LIMTED EDITION by Larry Ramsell LIMITED EDITION SIGNED, NUMBERED AND CODED. ONLY 200 OF THESE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER AND INFORMATIVE BOOKS LEFT! This book is out of print and press run no longer available to the public. ONLY AVAILABLE HERE FOR A LIMITED TIME, UNTIL THEY ARE GONE!!! This is an excellent gift for any Musky fisherman, book collector or history buff! The Muskellunge is a fish of which legends are told. Legends create history, and no freshwater fish has a storied past as the musky. Author and Freshwater Fishing Hall of Famer Larry Ramsell has dedicated his life to preserving this rich heritage and offers it to the readers in the second edition of A Compendium of Musky Angling History. The original First Edition Compendium has become a valued collector's item and this second edition is destined to take its place as a treasure volume on the fisherman's bookshelf. Item 800-006 Price: $99.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	A Compendium of Musky Angling History Third Edition, Volume I by Larry Ramsell It's here! Wait until you read this! This 3rd edition of A Compendium of Muskie Angling History, Volume I is like reading a murder mystery, with some strange twits of fate, where you know who did it but you don't know how and you just have to find out! Finally, the complete truth of muskie angling world record history is revealed for the first time and past "revisionist history" corrected. There is a gaggle of historic photographs within, including many new photographs never before published. A must read for "muskie junkies" and fish historians everywhere. 5.5'' x 8.5'' , 655 pages Item 800-139 Price: $34.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	A Compendium of Musky Angling History Third Edition, Volume II by Larry Ramsell This 3rd edition of A Compendium of Muskie Angling History Volume II is like picking up a good novel that you just can't put down. Much sleep was lost to readers of the first two editions and much more will be lost with this one! There is a gaggle of historic photographs within, including many never before published in modern times. Historic information basically "lost" in magazine and newspaper archives has been reborn. A must read for "muskie junkies" and fish historians everywhere. 5.5'' x 8.5'' , 730 pages Item 800-140 Price: $34.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Time On The Water by Bill Gardner In 1980, Bill Gardner did what all of us would like to do someday - he took a year off from his job to try to catch a giant Musky. He recorded his trials and tribulations in diary form, and this was published as a book, Time on The water. The book rapidly became a favorite among Musky hunters, who enjoyed Gardner's humor and felt his frustrations. When the book went out of print, original copies fast became treasured among collectors, who often paid more than $100 for their copy. Musky Hunter Magazine has re-released Time on The Water for a new generation of Musky fishers. The book is reprinted in its original form, except for an additional chapter that tells what happened to Bill four years later. A Must have for any Musky hunter. 228 Pages Item 800-017 Price: $15.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Three Record Muskies in His Day The Life and Times of Louie Spray by John Detloff with Louie Spray Four years in the making, this book contains 260 pages with 300 photos and illustrations that recount the life and times of Louie Spray. This 8½ x 11 soft cover book is printed on 80# matte paper to ensure a top quality printed presentation. It is sure to provide great fireside reading for everyone from Muskie anglers to those interested in the outdoor lore of the North woods. Louie Spray's life is quite a story...an excellent gift for that hard-to-buy-for special friend or loved one; this is a book that will keep you turning the pages. Learn all of the Muskie secrets of Louie Spray for only the price of a good Muskie lure...you couldn't find a better page-turner! Item 800-016 Price: $19.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Topwater Tactics and Tales By John Detloff A greatly expanded version of John Detloff's first book, Surface Bait Subtleties, this book is loaded with updated equipment tips and classic Musky tales. These action packed tales are gleaned from not only Detloff's on the water experiences during the past thirty-one years, but also from a number of well known old Musky salts from days gone by. 240 Pages, 9 ¼"x 11" Item 800-080 Price: $19.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Don't Fish Angry By Ken Jackson The world of fishing for a living can be most challenging and rewarding. Through Don't Fish Angry, readers can see the world of angling through the eyes of a guide who grew up on the water and has experienced the best and worst that fishing has to offer. From the clients who made things interesting to the challenges of weather and injuries, Don't Fish Angry is an invitation into author Ken Jackson's boat for a funny, entertaining and educational experience. 144 Pages. Item 800-008 Price: $14.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Muskies On The Shield Book by Dick Pearson Muskies On The Shield by Dick Pearson explores in detail how to plan and research trips, identify and fish key structures, recognize seasonal patterns and select techniques for a variety of lake types and conditions. Muskies On The Shield is the most comprehensive text on muskie fishing the Canadian Shield ever assembled. 117 Pages. Item 800-005 Price: $19.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Muskies Suck! By Pete Maina An absolutely wild and entertaining book. Pete approaches Musky fishing from its humorous side as only Pete can. Front-line stories about a fish that we sometimes love to hate, Muskies Suck is a funny easy-to-read description of why Muskies Suck! 144 pages with some hilarious illustrations. 8 ½"x 6". Item 800-004 Price: $12.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Musky Hunters The Greatest Fishing Stories Ever Told Every Musky hunter has a story to tell. Tales of giant fish, great days on the water, unusual events, hilarious happenings and the sport's rich history all add to the legend and mystique that is Musky fishing. Musky Hunting Magazine asked its editors, writers and other friends to reveal their best Musky fishing stories. 160 Pages. Item 800-012 Price: $13.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Muskie The Written Word 1892-2003 by Al Soczka "What could be better for the inquiring Muskie angler than a reference book about Muskie books? It also has some great fishing tips and solid information, and it is spiced with a little humor. I never dreamed that so many books existed with Muskie information! It is destined to be a valued addition to any Muskie anglers library." Larry Ramsell, legendary Muskie angler and historian. 276 Pages. Item 800-010 Price: $29.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	The Complete Guide to Musky Hunting by Jim Saric and Steve Heiting Revised Second Edition. When Jim Saric and Steve Heiting first wrote The Complete Guide To Musky Hunting in 1999, they had no idea the sport would change so much in so little time. New trophy musky fisheries have exploded where none existed before, and innovative manufacturers and guides have created new and exciting ways to catch muskies. Now, The Complete Guide To Musky Hunting has been released in a second edition. Completely updated, the new book has been expanded to a whopping 320 pages and includes seven new chapters, as well as 90 all-new photos and 19 all-new diagrams. Completely updated, seven new chapters and over 100 all-new photos & diagrams. 320 Pages Item 800-011 Price: $19.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	John Alden Knight's Original Solunar Tables Forecast the daily feeding times of fish and game. This little book packs allot of punch. Besides giving you the Solunar tables, this little booklet explains how and when to use them. It's a must for the SERIOUS Musky hunter! 32 Pages. Item 800-047 Price: $4.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Fishing Hot Spots Muskie! The Premier Waters of North America Fishing Hot Spots editor takes you across country to share of his best strategies on some of the best Musky waters in the US. Includes more than 50 detailed maps, among them trophy lakes and rivers including: The St Lawrence River, Mille Lacs, Chippewa Flowage, Eagle Lake, Lake Vermilion and Cave Run as well as many other trophy lakes. 250 Pages with lots of illustrations! 8"x11" Item 800-003 Price: $24.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Fishing Hot Spots Muskies Maina Style Chasing the monster Esox with Pete Maina. Learn his favorite lakes as he shares his best tips and techniques while also sharing some of his personal experiences. Both educational and entertaining. 192 Pages with lots of illustrations! 8"x11" Item 800-002 Price: $24.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Fishing Hot Spots Wisconsin's Top Muskie Lakes Detailed maps and Musky strategies! Learn the top Pros tips and techniques. Includes over 50 Wisconsin lakes such as The Chippewa Flowage, Eagle River Chain, Grindstone Lake, Turtle-Flambeau Flowage to name a few. 256 Pages with lots of illustrations! 8"x11" Item 800-001 Price: $19.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Fishing Hot Spots Catch Fish With Maps A one-of-a-kind book solely devoted to the subject of how to use maps to catch more fish. Discover how to read and interpret lake maps. Packed with easy to understand illustrations. Learn how to locate prime structure and eliminate unproductive water. 129 Pages, 6"x 9". Item 800-009 Price: $9.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	All-Pro Muskie Guides By Tony Rizzo Tony Rizzo has compiled an impressive list of interviewees for this book. Read for yourself interviews of some of the most noted guides of our age. Al Lindner, Don Pursch, Joe Jasek and Bill Tutt to only name a few. A total of almost 700 years experience and somewhere between 17,000 to 21,000 legal Muskies altogether. This book is promised to be a page-turner. 17 Muskie fishermen. 219 Pages. Item 800-063 Price: $14.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Diary of A Muskie Guide by Tony Rizzo Delve into the diary of a legend. Follow Tony Rizzo from day to day and lake to lake. Fascinating reading! This book also includes fact and articles written by Tony Rizzo. 187 Pages, 6"x9" Item 800-007 Price: $14.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Secrets of A Muskie Guide I By Tony Rizzo Step-by-step, Tony Rizzo explains the techniques, tactics and lures to use through Muskie season. Because the Muskie has a very sensitive metabolism, highly affected by water temperatures, this book is divided into chapters based on temperatures, which predictably alter behavior. "This book was learned the hard way," says Tony Rizzo, one of the northwoods most successful Muskie guides. Here, Tony Rizzo unveils his long secret Muskie tactical guide and techniques. 167 Pages. Item 800-064 Price: $11.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Rizzo Tales By Tony Rizzo Tony Rizzo, a seasoned Muskie guide and fisherman shares some of his tales of the many Muskies he has caught over the 20 years he has been fishing and guiding. With over 1400 boated Muskies under his belt, he has some stories to tell! Item 800-070 Price: $6.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	First Light on The Water By Al and Ron Lindner Al & Ron's new book, tells the story of lessons learned on & off the water and how faith guides their life. 204 Pages, 5 ¼"x 9" Item 800-079 Price: $19.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Legend of Loon Lake Rick (Boots) Gordon An interesting and fun book about the author's many, many years chasing muskies, mostly in the Hayward, Wisconsin area. The author puts a somewhat different slant on his approach to muskie fishing, and enjoys the area beauty as well as the fish. Many tips are gracefully wound into the text as well. It is a musky book you will enjoy and feel as if you are right there sharing the fun.102 Pages, 6"x 9" Item 800-082 Price: $14.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Northern Pike and Muskie by Dick Sternberg Includes sections on: understanding; where to find; equipment; basic techniques; techniques for special situations and prime pike and muskie waters. 100+ Color photos. Hardcover. 8"x 11" Item 800-092 Price: $21.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	Northern Pike: Complete Guide to Pike and Pike Fishing by Will Ryan Every successful pike-fishing method is thoroughly explored, including fishing with flies, lures and bait. Softcover. 244 Pages. 7"x 9" Item 800-093 Price: $14.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	The Accidental Musky by Richard Minich What's the most important tool for safe release of a Muskellunge? A large net? A compound bolt cutter? An extra long needle nose pliers? All are important, but the most vital tool is confidence! In The Accidental Musky, What does a Bass or Walleye angler do with the water wolf? Author Richard A. Minich addresses the problem of an angler who doesn't have the gear needed to release a big muskie. Item 800-086 Price: $6.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)


	The Quest for Girtha by Richard Minich The Quest for Girthra, the second volume in Richard A. Minich's trilogy, Becoming a Musky Hunter, chronicles eight years spent wandering in a fog bank while learning the mental aspects of musky fishing. Subtitled, Epic, Heroic, Mythic, Mystic and Comic Methods for Catching the Great Musky, the book is funny, exciting, and thought provoking. It is a must read for musky anglers and those who contemplate taking up the challenge of pursuing the great she-musky of myth, Girthra. 218 Pages. Item 800-087 Price: $16.95 (Excluding: WI State Sales Tax at 5.5%)