North
American Fisherman Spring Summer 2014
CONDITION Acceptable,
unmarked pages, reading wear, address clipped from front cover
CONTENTS
Letter From
The Editor – Welcome to SCOUT/North American Fisherman! – by Michael F.X.
Cassidy
Scouting
Report – The Good, the bad and the uniquely interesting in the outdoor world.
Fishing Gear
& Skills
Rise Of The Super Coolers – As with today’s SUVs, the
most popular coolers on the market are bigger than ever before. But make no
mistake: These ice boxes provide plenty of utility for your sport. By David
Draper
Hot Lips – Lip design on the crankbait you fish can mean
the difference between a stellar day and an epic fail. By Dan Johnson
Vision Quest – The right eyewear not only protects your
vision, but it helps you pinpoint the next target. By NAF Managing Editor
Thomas Allen
Skirt Me Up – Boost your bait’s attraction factor with a
hot skirt. By Mark Hicks
Frog Fest – Frog man Ish Monroe discusses strategies for
ambushing bass with artificial amphibians. By David Brown
Life Bait Bluegills – Bluegills spawn several times
during the warm months. When they go shallow serve up the real deal.
Top Fisihing
& Hunting Destinations
Bucket-list fishing destination for outside-the-box
gamefish species. By Tony Capecchi
15 Miles to Nowhere – Black Bears are always elusive, but
when the scenery is spectacular, how you get ’em is just as rewarding as actually
finding one. By NAH Seniro Editor Luke Hartle
Incredible Quebec! – Anglers go for the unbelievable fishing
and return with so much more. By Tyler Kapela, North American Fisherman-TV Host
5 Great Road Trips For A Velvet Whitetail – To score on a
velvet buck, you have to be in the right place at exactly right time. By Bernie
Barringer
Features
Damn Few – Know as “Cash” to his Spec Op brothers, Ray
Care talks about everything from training to tattoos—and what it means to be a
Navy SEAL. By NAH Managing Editor Dave Maas
Seeing The Future – Not sure what seed to plant or supplemnt
to pour this season? Pull up a chair—“Farming for Whitetails 101” is about to
begin. By David Draper
Swimbait Strategies – Put together the top tactics,
locations, and gear, you need to catch more and bigger crappies, with these
tantalizing softbaits. By Jeff Samsel
Mississippi Delta Delivers – Redfish and bass thrive
where saltwater meets fresh in this fisherman’s paradise. By David Brown
Meat Vs Plastic – The question isn’t whether a spinner
harness or a crankbait will taunt hungry ’eyes into battle, it’s when to pick one over the other. By Ross
Robertson
Departments
Gear Giveaway – Enter to win a Garmin echoMAP 70dv valued
at over $1,100!
Fit4Fishing – Slow The Motion: The right exercises increase
agility, endurance and stability. By Troy Lindner
The Extra Mile – Spring Training: Preparing to hunt black
bears and maul the mountains, one step
at a time. By Kristy Titus
Getting There – Deals On Wheels: Mid-size ATVs that won’t
break a sportsman’s budget. By Bruce W Smith
Parting Shots – Going ‘Bow Only’: Getting back to the
basics of stick and string. By Jeff Foxworthy
The Water Column – Fishing news from top to bottom.
North American Fisherman-TV – Angling action from across
the country.
Fishing Adventures – Great destinations for monster
catfish, giant pike, super stripers and more.
Field Test – Showcasing great gear.
Fishing IQ – Picture Perfect: Preserve your treasured
fishing memories. By Dan Johnson
Research Update – Find The Fish You Want: Biologists
offer clues to help narrow your search .
by Dr Hal Schramm
What Matters Most – Hope For The Warriors: Fro many
returning service members, getting back into the outdoors if more than a simple
pastime—it’s therapy. By NAF Staff
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