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Designed for anyone living in the bustling metropolis but yearning for the quiet pull of a fishing line, this compact guide reveals a hidden black‑bass haven reachable by a short train ride from New York City. It blends straightforward advice on rods, tackle, and effective baits with clear weather cues, giving beginners and seasoned anglers the confidence to cast without a whole day’s planning. The author’s plain style turns technical tips into an easy‑to‑follow roadmap, making a spontaneous outing feel doable.
The guide’s core points to a mile‑square lake near Milton, New Jersey, and the gentle stream at White’s Farm that feeds it. Willow‑lined banks, a stone dam, and a quiet brook create a playground where black bass gather, and the author shares favorite spots, simple rig setups, and patient rhythms that turn a day on the water into a brief escape from city life. Listeners can imagine cool shade, the soft murmur of water, and the satisfying snap of a bite, all within easy reach of the commuter belt.
Full title
Black Bass Where to catch them in quantity within an hour's ride from New York Where to catch them in quantity within an hour's ride from New York
Language
en
Duration
~33 minutes (32K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2009-06-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1862–1917
A prolific early-20th-century sporting writer, this author turned fishing into lively reading, mixing practical advice with affection for trout streams, black bass, and the outdoors. His books still appeal to readers who enjoy classic angling writing with a conversational touch.
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