Sport Fishing in Palm Beach County

Nonfiction, Sports, Outdoors, Fishing, Art & Architecture, Photography, Travel
Cover of the book Sport Fishing in Palm Beach County by Janet DeVries, Boynton Beach City Library, Arcadia Publishing Inc.
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Author: Janet DeVries, Boynton Beach City Library ISBN: 9781439635568
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Inc. Publication: August 18, 2008
Imprint: Arcadia Publishing Language: English
Author: Janet DeVries, Boynton Beach City Library
ISBN: 9781439635568
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Inc.
Publication: August 18, 2008
Imprint: Arcadia Publishing
Language: English
Settled along 47 miles of beautiful Atlantic coastline, Palm Beach County has long been a mecca for sport fishing enthusiasts. Graced with a mild climate and bounded with waters nourished by the warm Gulf Stream current, Palm Beach�s coastal waters host a rich reserve of marine life. Featured in this captivating retrospective is a history of the sport fishing industry and tales of legendary captains, devoted weekend anglers, and wealthy sportsmen. Bringing to life the sailfish tournaments, fish fries, beauty pageants, and parades of a bygone era, this work is a tribute to the hardworking men and women who built this seaside settlement into a haven for sport fishermen. Follow the evolution of fine fishing boats and learn about the advancements in marine conservation while enjoying the natural beauty of this tropical oasis. Showcased within the book are over 200 vintage images collected from the local library�s historical archive, as well as rare photographs from over 30 local sources, including the West Palm Beach Fishing Club.
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Settled along 47 miles of beautiful Atlantic coastline, Palm Beach County has long been a mecca for sport fishing enthusiasts. Graced with a mild climate and bounded with waters nourished by the warm Gulf Stream current, Palm Beach�s coastal waters host a rich reserve of marine life. Featured in this captivating retrospective is a history of the sport fishing industry and tales of legendary captains, devoted weekend anglers, and wealthy sportsmen. Bringing to life the sailfish tournaments, fish fries, beauty pageants, and parades of a bygone era, this work is a tribute to the hardworking men and women who built this seaside settlement into a haven for sport fishermen. Follow the evolution of fine fishing boats and learn about the advancements in marine conservation while enjoying the natural beauty of this tropical oasis. Showcased within the book are over 200 vintage images collected from the local library�s historical archive, as well as rare photographs from over 30 local sources, including the West Palm Beach Fishing Club.

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