An Evening with Vermont Author and Angler, Peter Shea

Vermont trout season opens April 12th!

Phoenix Books Burlington is thrilled to present an evening with Vermont author Peter Shea for a discussion of his most recent title, The New Atlas of Vermont Trout Ponds. Join us for Peter's presentation of the updated edition of this invaluable resource. Perfect for anglers of all ages and abilities, The New Atlas of Vermont Trout Ponds will help you expertly plan for the coming season.

More than 40 years ago, The Atlas of Vermont Trout Ponds became an instant local best-seller. Now in its Second Edition, its former co-author and publisher has produced a 21st century version. Utilizing GPS technology, it provides up-to-date information on virtually all of Vermont’s trout ponds.

• Coverage of more than 100 lakes and ponds
• Stocking information based on a six-year analysis
• Wild trout populations of brookies, rainbows, browns, lakers, and salmon…and bass
• GPS coordinates to boat accesses, trailheads, routes and parking
• Boat access descriptions – from car-top carries to ramps for large boats
• Environmental evaluations, including invasive species and water clarity
• Physical parameters – acreages, elevations, maximum depths
• On-site boat rentals
• Six maps, providing comprehensive statewide coverage
• Restroom” availability, state parks, hiking information, other amenities
• For anglers with mobility impairment, locations of wheelchair-accessible fishing platforms and docks are covered

Angling geographer, Peter Shea, has chased trout with a fly for more than fifty years. He was a founding partner of Northern Cartographic, Inc. where he co-authored two local fishing classics (The Atlas of Vermont Trout Ponds and Vermont Trout Streams,) as well as sharing national recognition for their large-print volume Access America: An Atlas and Guide to the National Parks for Visitors with Disabilities. Among other awards, the latter was selected as a “Best Reference” by the American Library Association’s Booklist in 1990. During a twenty-year career at Vermont PBS, which followed, his own books were published by New England Press, as well as Headwater Books. Establishing Wind Knot Publishing in 2013, he has authored seven books under this imprint. He lives with his wife, Carol, in Burlington.

DATE: Thursday, February 27th, 7PM

LOCATION: Phoenix Books, 89 Church Street, Burlington, VT

TICKETS: $3. Your ticket comes with a coupon for $3 off one of the featured author's books. Coupons expire at closing the evening of the event. Tickets can be purchased at the registration link below, or at the door.

BOOKS: Copies of will be available at the event. A book signing will follow the discussion.

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