America's Bountiful Waters: 150 Years of Fisheries Conservation and the U.S. Fis

Description: America's Bountiful Waters by Craig Springer This compelling history celebrates the 150th anniversary of the U.S. Fish and Aquatic Conservation, the oldest conservation agency in history. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Fish and Aquatic Conservation (FAC) in the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is the direct descendant of the U.S. Fish Commission, founded in 1871. In 2021, FAC marks its 150th anniversary, the oldest conservation agency in history. To commemorate this milestone, U.S. F&W will publish a compelling history to celebrate the broad-thinking scientists, writers, and artists who led us through the gilded age of American ichthyology into the present day. Author Biography Craig Springer is a fish biologist and writer with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and former editor of the agencys Eddies magazine. His writings on conservation, nature, and history have appeared in the New York Times, ESPN, Farmers Almanac, TROUT, Sporting Classics, and Wild West and he has co-authored two books, Around Hillsboro and Spearfish National Fish Hatchery. He lives in Santa Fe County, New Mexico. Review A mixture of both human and natural history, this book is a must read for anyone interested in fish and other aquatic creatures that live in Americas waters and the people who manage them.--Scott A. Bonar, Past President, American Fisheries SocietyFor 150 years, the men and women of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services Fish and Aquatic Conservation program have come together to protect our rivers and lakes and the species that inhabit them. This book is a beautifully crafted history lesson told through a compilation of stories by those who have worked endlessly to safeguard the waters we call home.--Jen Ripple, Editor-in-Chief, DUN MagazineNo other book so thoroughly and insightfully connects the history and culture of fishing with the species themselves. Its brilliantly edited and perfectly packaged for anglers of every level and all who care about our natural resources.--Kirk Deeter, Vice President, Trout Unlimited and Editor-in-Chief, Trout magazineThis inspiring book celebrates the passion of countless sportsmen and women who have achieved monumental conservation successes on behalf of all Americans and serves as a powerful reminder that each of us has a responsibility to ensure the wise management of our natural resources.--Johnny Morris, noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder Long Description Fish and Aquatic Conservation (FAC) in the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is the direct descendant of the U.S. Fish Commission, founded in 1871. In 2021, FAC marks its 150th anniversary, the oldest conservation agency in history. To commemorate this milestone, U.S. F&W will publish a compelling history to celebrate the broad-thinking scientists, writers, and artists who led us through the gilded age of American ichthyology into the present day. Review Quote This inspiring book celebrates the passion of countless sportsmen and women who have achieved monumental conservation successes on behalf of all Americans and serves as a powerful reminder that each of us has a responsibility to ensure the wise management of our natural resources. Details ISBN0811739554 Short Title Americas Bountiful Waters Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 0811739554 ISBN-13 9780811739559 Format Hardcover Author Craig Springer Imprint Stackpole Books Place of Publication Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania Country of Publication United States NZ Release Date 2021-08-01 US Release Date 2021-08-01 UK Release Date 2021-08-01 Illustrations Source Code; 1 Maps; 166 Halftones, color; 184 Halftones, black and white; 50 Illustrations, color Pages 288 Publisher Stackpole Books Publication Date 2021-08-01 Subtitle 150 Years of Fisheries Conservation and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Edited by Craig Springer DEWEY 333.95616 Audience General AU Release Date 2021-07-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:130736986;

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