Hunting and Fishing in Florida: Including a Key to the Water Birds Known to Occur in the State (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Charles B. Cory

 
9781330423332: Hunting and Fishing in Florida: Including a Key to the Water Birds Known to Occur in the State (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore Florida’s wild places with a practical field guide that blends hunting lore with natural history.

This durable volume combines the author’s long experience in Florida’s backcountry with a detailed key to the water birds known to occur in the state. From Seminole life and campfire cooking to broad sketches of the state’s mammals, reptiles, and birds, this book invites readers to learn, observe, and respect the wilderness.

What you’ll get:
  • A firsthand introduction to Florida’s hunting grounds, seasons, and the winter climate that makes the state a hunter’s paradise.
  • Historical notes and cultural context about Seminole customs, camps, foods, and daily life.
  • A practical, illustrated key to water birds, helping you identify many species found along Florida’s coasts and rivers.
  • Commentary on how hunters can pursue game responsibly and usefully, with an emphasis on conservation and safe ethics.
You’ll experience:
  • Rich, scene-setting passages about Florida’s landscapes and wildlife.
  • Clear explanations of camp life, cooking, and everyday tools used by early hikers and hunters.
  • A robust reference for bird lovers and sport anglers alike, including details on species, measurements, and plumage.
Ideal for readers who enjoy outdoor history, wildlife observation, and practical field identification.

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