The Barefoot Fisherman
a fishing book for kids
What people are saying about
“The Barefoot Fisherman”
“For those already familiar with the basics of fishing, this is
the book to read.”
School Library Journal
January 2002
“I always thought teaching fishing is the perfect grandparent/grandchild
sharing. Finding a book to help is a genuine surprise. This is, therefore,
a great book for grandparents to give grandchildren.”
Reunions Magazine
June 2002
"The Barefoot Fisherman: A fishing book for kids by experienced
fishing enthusiast Paul Amdahl is an excellent and "reader friendly"
introduction to the sport of fishing for aspiring young anglers of all
ages and backgrounds. Individual chapters address catching a variety of
different fish from catfish to bass and walleyes, as well as lures, fly-fishing,
bait fishing and much more. The Barefoot Fisherman is an enthusiastically
recommended "how to" guide for preparing neophyte fishermen
on getting the most out of their fishing trip!"
Jim Cox,
Midwest Book Review
May 2002
“The Barefoot Fisherman takes kids through a thorough explanation
of everything they’ll need to get started fishing-from rods and reels
to bobbers and lures. Amdahl then discusses some different secies of game
fish and the best strategies for catching them. It’s a book that
will enhance the tackle box of any beginning fisherman.”
Fred Phillips
The News-Star
March 2002
“I’ll bet you’ll love The Barefoot Fisherman as much as
I do. I hope that when you are my age you can look back and remember “The
Barefoot Fisherman” and how much joy it put into your life.”
Jim Fay
Co-Author of Parenting with Love and Logic
“It’s a great gift for any would-be fisherman or woman, regardless
of age.”
Mac B. Mckinnon
Publisher
Fort Morgan Times
March 2002
“I wanted to share a little story with you that expresses my 11-year-old
nephew’s enthusiasm for The Barefoot Fisherman. Jimmy’s been
an avid fisherman for several years, but not always an avid reader. He
struggled with language from the time he began learning to talk, and required
speech therapy and intensive coaching in reading. His mom (my sister-in-law)
helps by reading with Jimmy every night. Shortly after Christmas, they
began reading The Barefoot Fisherman. My sister-in-law tells me that Jimmy’s
been enthralled from the first page. A few nights into the book, she had
trouble getting Jimmy to come upstairs to bed. After calling to him in
vain several times, she peeked down from the upstairs landing to see what
he was up to. There he was, at the kitchen table with his tackle box spread
out before him and The Barefoot Fisherman open to a section on how to
stock it. He was intently checking each item to make sure everything met
Paul’s recommendations. Of course, my sis-in-law thought this was
adorable and was thrilled to see her son so absorbed with a book. Let
Paul know that he’s created a gem!”
Jenni Hadden
“The Barefoot Fisherman is the kind of book every kid should read.
Any youngster who can read will be immediately captivated and fascinated
with the idea of going fishing. Whatever you do, don't give your boy or
girl this book as a gift at Christmas or any other time unless you are
willing to follow up on it. The kids will be so eager to try out their
new knowledge from reading about going fishing they won't give you a minute
of peace until you promise to take him or her fishing.”
Gordon Charles
Woods and Waters Magazine
January 2002
“I read The Barefoot Fisherman and I loved it.”
Keith Grimwood
Trout Fishing in America
“Thank you for sharing the kid’s book on fishing with me. I
actually read over half of it and it was enjoyable. I wish you much success
with your fun and informative book.”
James L. Faltinek
President & CEO of NSGA National Sporting Goods Association
“Amdahl… has crafted a genuinely unique and valuable family
oriented fishing book that appeals to kids and even adults wanting to
glean more information on the sport.”
Bette Erickson
Broomfield Enterprise
“It’s an easy read and chock full of fun facts, anecdotes and
advice, focusing on the aspects of fishing that kids love.”
Rory Seeber/editor
Neighborhood Life
February 2002