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Contributing Writer

John Merwin

John Merwin

John Merwin was the long-time Fishing Editor of Field & Stream. He passed away in 2013.

Highlights

  • Covered freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing, and fishing tackle

Education

Experience

Merwin fished all over the world and wrote several influential books, including The New American Trout Fishing.

Fun Fact

For a column assignment, John’s editor once had him go fishing for striped bass…with a kid’s Barbie fishing rod.

Notable Work