Fishing the estuaries is Australia’s most popular form of angling. Young or old, novice or expert, almost every Australian casts a line into an estuary at some time. We are all attracted by the peace and tranquillity of the estuary, and buoyed by the chance of catching a fresh fish. Yet while many of us achieve the peace and harmony, not all of us manage to catch that fish dinner.

This guide to fishing the estuary is not merely an A -Z account of how to catch a fish. It explains in detail how the estuary system works, how fish react within the system and how you can find those fish.

The estuary system - how estuaries are structured, the influence of tides, wind and weather, the physical features common to systems.

Estuary species and their habits - why they seek specific areas, their feeding habits Techniques for estuary fishing - where, why and how to fish the estuaries

Estuary baits - the best baits and how to find them, using lures and flies

Basic tackle needs

Looking after your catch - cleaning, Cooking or releasing your fish

Cost only $19.95 at all good tackle stores.

Gil Schott is one of Australia's most experienced outdoor magazine editors. He is currently editor of both Saltwater Fishing Australia magazine and Go Camping Australia magazine, and has been writing on fishing in major magazines and newspapers for almost 20 years.