Spearfishing and Underwater Hunting Handbook: Beginner Through Advanced SYNOPSIS
Spearfishing and Underwater Hunting Handbook covers beginner through Advanced spearfishing technique for use by scuba divers and freedivers. The comprehensive 128 page, 8 1/2" x 11" book complements its clear technique and equipment explanations with over ninety photographs and diagrams. The book provides tips and tricks from over fifteen other spearfishing champions and experts. It goes well beyond beginning spearfishing by providing advanced gear configuration and underwater hunting technique. In addition to spearfishing, it includes sections on catching spiny lobster and on scalloping, a glossary of spearfishing terms, and a bibliography of spearfishing related articles, videos, publications, and web site addresses.
About the Author
Allen Patrick brings his years of experience and that of his peers into this comprehensive work on spearfishing. His background includes receiving the Norm Wymann/Poppa Taylor award for his contributions to diving, directing the St. Pete Open and Southern Open Derby spearfishing tournaments, winning various spearfishing awards, and serving as president of the Florida Skin Divers Association and the St. Petersburg Underwater Club. His credentials include PADI Scuba Instructor, USCG licensed Captain and Safety Drill Master, and Offshore Sailing Instructor. He has also written for Skin Diver Magazine, Florida Scuba News, and the FSDA Bulletin.
FROM THE CRITICS
Sport Diver Magazine
As SD (Sport Diver Magazine) editor Pierce Hoover put it: 'I knew most of the stuff in it, but it took me five years to learn it the hard way.' If you're interested in spearfishing at any level, push your learning curve and get a copy
Florida Scuba News
Spearfishing and Underwater Hunting Handbook is an indispensable guide for divers wishing to learn about spearfishing; those who have the basics and need a little more information; or active spearfishers that may want to know more about gear options and types of equipment
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
...found it complete and very enjoyable too; congratulations. — Barry Smith
Excellent book.... — Bob Christiansen
Excellent text! I foresee a rebirth in the pursuit of this ethical & ecological activity — Ron Williams
Spearfishing and Underwater Hunting Handbook fills the long standing void for a general spearfishing technique, equipment, safety, and etiquette guide. — (Ditmar Biller of A.B. Biller Company (Sea Hornet Spearguns in USA))
This book is the reason I decided to spearfish. I've just bought my equipment. Am waiting to go. Thank you. — Mark W. Rice
I have been hunting in the offshore Daytona Beach area from 27 years & you have taught me a few things. Thanks — Dave Meck
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