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Fact, Fiction, Fishing and Fun by Gary Maas
Fact, Fiction, Fishing and Fun by Gary Maas: We are stoked to announce here at The Sardine News that Gary has completed his eagerly awaited book! And you can order your copy right here, right now.
Carpetbagger
For anyone who might know who Gary Maas is, well, let’s take a look…
Gary Maas is a seasoned South African angler, charter-boat captain, and author known for his deep passion for fishing and storytelling. His book Facts, Fiction, Fishing and Fun reflects a lifetime of adventure on the water.
Here’s a snapshot of Gary’s background and achievements:
Fishing Legacy
- Gary Maas is a former Springbok angler and ex-charter-boat captain, famously known for his boat Carpetbagger.
- He’s guided countless fishing trips, earning a reputation for exceptional hospitality and angling expertise.
- His current base is Troutbagger Farm, located near Nottingham Road in the KZN Midlands, where he offers trout and bass fishing in three stocked dams Midlands Meander.
Author & Storyteller
- Gary’s book Facts, Fiction, Fishing and Fun blends true tales, humorous anecdotes, and fishing wisdom, capturing the spirit of South African angling culture.
- The title is stocked by Fact and Fiction, an independent bookstore in Pietermaritzburg that specializes in rare and local literature factandfiction.co.za.
Conservation & Community
- At Troutbagger Farm, Gary promotes catch-and-release ethics, gear rental, and guided walks — making it a hub for both anglers and nature lovers.
- His wife Shirley contributes by leading guided nature walks, adding a family-friendly touch to the experience Midlands Meander.
Available
The book is at the printers at this time of writing, and the first wave of deliveries will fly out of there in November. You can order your copy now to be part of this first run of books.
If you don’t fancy ordering online, please don’t hesitate to hit the WhatsApp button floating around on this screen somewhere. This will patch you directly through to me, and we can work it out that way around. You could also contact me, Sean, on umzimkulu@gmail.com or +27793269671.
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