Two Gals in Search of a Great Catch: Lone Pine angling, hiking, camping, & history (English Edition)

Inyo County is a great place for outdoor adventures and one of the last “Frontiers” in California. It is home to Mount Whitney – the highest peak in the continental United States. One of its first towns, along the scenic Highway 395, is Lone Pine. Here you will find a trove of recreation and history. Environmentalist will also enjoy venturing into the John Muir Wilderness, the Pacific Crest Trail and the National Inyo Forest. While the focus of this book is on fishing, it also features favorite hiking trails, tourist hotspots and family camping sites. In addition, enjoy some unfamiliar history about epic events that made Lone Pine the outdoor playground it is today. For instance, did you know:* Mount Whitney was initially named “Fisherman‘s Peak” – in honor of three anglers ascending to the top while on a drinking vacation into the mountains. It took an act of Congress to rename the peak back to Mount Whitney.* Walt Disney tried to build a resort in Owens Valley* 1872 Earthquake that demolished Lone Pine and formed some of its current tourist places – Diaz Lake and Alabama Hills* Native Americans were the first water managers with elaborate canals * Los Angeles Water Wars In additions, learn all about fishing:Rainbow Trout Brown TroutGolden TroutBrook TroutCutthroat TroutIncluded with the trout history, learn about fishing rigs, types of baits and lures to use, fishing hotspots and places to camp near fishing sites. We also explore Big Game species:Bass FishingCatfish FishingCarp FishingAlong with all the fishing tips, backcountry hikes and fishing lakes to explore, we also offer some tasty fish recipes. And we can‘t forget the smaller fish:Bluegill Fishing Learn too how to clean, fillet and prepare any type of fish you catch. Environmentalist can also use our information to trek into the wilderness and enjoy nature in all four seasons. See Bighorn Sheep, a variety of butterflies and numerous birds in warm weather. Scenic snow paths, frozen lakes and elk are present in colder months. This book has it all. From the start, we guarantee you will be “hooked.”Scroll to the top: BUY NOW