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spots are the best. Many run of pale yellow with orange 

 spots.'' 



In conclusion : a knowledge of the waters, which experience 

 and practice alone can give, is needful to ensure success in 

 the northern rivers ; otherwise days are lost in fishing places 

 where no fish are to be found. Early in the season the 

 deep pools below the falls and rapids are the best. As the 

 summer advances, the fish get strength and take to the 

 strongest streams ; and as the autumn comes on, the heaviest 

 fish lie just above the largest falls and rapids. It requires 

 some nerve as well as skill to fish in these places. Two 

 men, with a pair of sculls each, are requisite ; and great 

 care must be taken not to get drawn too near the falls, as in 

 that case nothing can save one. 



