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The John Boat: Texas Angling Craft for River and Lake
A detailed look at the john boat flat bottom skiff, its origins in Arkansas, and its rise in Texas. Describes construction from 1x12 tarred interiors to aluminum and fiberglass models, typical lengths from 12 to 20 feet, portability on a car, and practical fishing setups with light motors and cane pole rigs. Discusses regions East Texas and Arkansas, usage on lakes like Caddo Texarkana and Lake o Pines, and fishing from tree-lined banks with baskets for catch.
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Arkansas
John
Texas
Caddo
Texarkana
Lake O’ the Pines
East Texas