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“The best fisherman I know try not to make the same mistakes over and over again; instead they strive to make new and interesting mistakes and to remember what they learned from them.”

Quote by John Gierach

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John Gierach, born in 1946, is a renowned fishing author in the United States. His works are known for their humorous tone and profound insights into the art of fishing, which have won the hearts of readers. more

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