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Henry Gilbey Ultimate Fishing Adventures
100 Extraordinary Fishing Experiences From Around the World
Henry Gilbey fishing adventurer, self-confessed fishaholic has been a TV presenter on shows like “Fishing with Henry” and DVD’s like “Bass Fishing“. He also is an accomplished photographer and writer for many fishing magazines like Catch Magazine and Sea Angler. Henry is now also a published author and his latest work Ultimate Fishing Adventures has recently hit the shelves.
I received my copy a couple of weeks ago and have spent many an evening since reading through the pages and looking at the lively action photos. This book really catches the imagination of any angler be it from sea to freshwater from fly fishing to lure or bait fishing the book has something for everyone.
As you flick through the pages and read about far off destinations you can imagine yourself standing in that fishery hooking into the fish that are described. My only problem is getting the time and money to go and fish these marvelous destinations. We can all dream though can’t we.
As the title states the book is divided into 100 destinations with two pages for each one which are arranged with text and photos. On the left page there is a small map and some information on the best times to go, fishing methods, getting there and tips and tricks.
The book covers many countries including Canada, the USA, South America’s, Iceland, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. There are some areas covered in great detail while others are only mentioned but alas the world is a big place and to cover all the exciting fishing venues in it would have called for a much bigger book.
I for one am a fan of the book and feel the quality of the photographs along with the excellent copy make for an exciting read through the winter months while you decide on which fishing adventure you would like to visit next.
Pros:
- Large action photos
- Clear concise text
- Useful tips and tricks
Cons:
- Some destinations only mentioned
About Author
Well yahoo isn’t going to like this but happy new year, my aI’m is to fly fish n Alaska for salmon and steel heads, I’ve got the trip bkeood and will be leaving in about 4 months, until then im preparing my gear, will be taking a 7wt rod and a 9wt, also intend to take a lighter rod for brook trout maybe a 1wt will work for this. And of course some quality home made flies.
Sounds like a fun time, wow a 1 weight rod, better make sure there is no wind around those days its going to take a calm day to be able to cast accurately. Tight Lines!
Ay there Mark… we hardly ever go fishing in the winter… do quite a bit of camping, but not a whole lot of fishing. You just may be pushing me out of my easy chair towards the tackle boxes. Got a great spot about an hour from here but it’s really spotty during the winter when they’re not planting! I may have to get the wife to head on up there… thanks for the motivation!
Randy
Hey Randy it can be hard to get motivated during the winter. I am a fair weather angler myself. Especially when fly fishing as cross winds can play havoc with my casting and make it very dangerous. I don’t want a fly through my ear or worse! 🙁 However with Henry’s book there are loads of other mild climate destinations to read about to pass away those winter months at home.
I remember when I was younger I used to love reading books about fishing. It always gave me an edge over the other people I would go fishing for. Knowing your fish as well as how to fish from different vantage points like Boat vs Shore can make all the difference.
Yea Ty we can all increase our knowledge from reading. This book gives a good insight into other fishing destinations around the world that you may have thought about travelling to. It also gives you new ones to consider. I have been to Russia myself and it was a real adventure but there is a big world out there and I want to try out other venues. Thanks for stopping by!
This post brings back memories of going fishing with my Mom. As a kid, I thought it was so boring. But as I grew older, I realized why she liked it so much. The calmness and serenity of it all is what I miss most about those trips with Mom. Great article.
I know what you mean Sonya, I always feel calmer and relaxed after a few hours on the river. It does depend on the type of fishing mind you. Flicking a lure across a pond can be soothing but wading a big river casting a 14ft Salmon rod and playing large fish can leave you exhilarated but exhausted nevertheless happy.
Sounds like an interesting book Mark. Which parts of Canada does it cover, are there any around Nova Scotia?
Hi Jim it covers the Miramichi River and the Gaspe Peninsula which are New Brunswick but fairly close to Nova Scotia. Lovely part of the world visited Halifax last year.
I used to do quite a bit of fishing and always enjoyed it. It’s been way too long and after reading this, I might just need to do some more.
Hi Hannah, thanks for the comment. I fished in my youth then missed out a few years while getting settled in work and family life before taking it up again and now I’m loving every trip I go on.
Get back out again you know it makes sense. We don’t make enough leisure time anymore, fishing is a good way to get out in the great outdoors.