Virginia's premier recreation river is surely the James. The keys to enjoying all it has to offer are revealed in The James River Guide, second edition. Fishermen find the best smallmouth bass fishing in the state, along with muskies and flathead catfish. River runners find everything from placid slackwater to adventurous rapids. Spring blossoms, fall color, and the fascinating history of the batteaux era's canals give the James a unique charm. There is something for everyone. Bruce Ingram knows the river intimately and shares his knowledge of access points, fishing hot spots, seasonal changes, local history and more in this unique book. Dozens of maps and photos detail trips from the headwaters to Richmond.