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SABERTOOTH
The Rip-Roaring Adventures of a Legendary Game Warden.
This 274 page hardcover contains 51 true stories that chronicle the
remarkable career of a famous California game warden. Gene Mercer, or "Ol'
Sabertooth" as he was known, prowled California's woodlands and marshes for
34 years, beginning in 1928. He is credited with being one of those most
responsible for bringing about the downfall of the old-time waterfowl market
hunters.
"The best outdoor book of the 1980's. Great Stuff." - Tom Steinstra,
San Francisco Examiner.
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| Sample Passage from SABERTOOTH:
He (Warden Gene Mercer) took a step toward Barth and held out his hand
as though to take the weapon. Barth took a quick step back, jacked a live
round into the chamber and lowered the barrel directly at Mercer's
stomach.
"Hold it right there, Mr. game warden," said Barth menacingly, his speech
slightly slurred by the whiskey.
He glared at Mercer with the wild, unblinking eyes of one on the brink
of insanity, and Mercer felt the hackles rise on the back of his neck.
"Shoot him, Barth," cried Conley. "We can't afford no fine."
"What do you say to that, Mr. Game Warden?" said Barth, breaking into
a horrible grin which, in the glare of the headlights, revealed a mouthful
of rotten teeth.Mercer knew he didn't have a chance. He knew he was going
to die, and he accepted the fact calmly. But he refused to stand and be
slaughtered like an animal. Instead, he prepared himself to attack, to inflict
as much damage on these three men as he could before he lost consciousness.
His eyes narrowed as he glared at Morris Barth, hating the man, longing to
get his fingers on that stubbled throat. He gathered his strength and prepared
to lunge.
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Lt. Terry Hodges and Warden (Sabertooth) Gene Mercer

Warden with poached Bald Eagle.
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Rescue of stranded Spring-run Salmon
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TOUGH CUSTOMERS
True Adventures of
Game Wardens
and the Outlaws They Pursue
This 301 page hardcover contains 26 true and exciting stories about contemporary
California game wardens.
"Lieutenant Terry Hodges is to wildlife protectors what Joseph Wambaugh
is to big-city cops. His book, TOUGH CUSTOMERS is evocative story telling
. . . ." - Paul Dean, Los Angeles Times.
"Of the hundreds of books I receive each year for review, this is one
of the few that really captivated me. I just couldn't stop reading it." -
Tom Steinstra, San Francisco Examiner.
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| Sample Chapter From TOUGH CUSTOMERS:
"Don't do it," shouted Hoffman, but even then Bobby Rate was turning,
raising the rifle, his finger finding the trigger.
"DON'T DO IT!"
Warden Bill Hoffman then became a machine, ten years of training taking
command of his senses. He appeared to slap at his holster, and the big pistol
seemed to leap into his hand. Arm and weapon rose swiftly and he fired. The
shot stunned the ear, a dynamite blast in the night, and the bullet left
the barrel heading straight for Bobby Rate's heart.
Bobby Rate recoiled as though struck by a punch, and in a convulsive
reaction he hurled the rifle, sending it spinning through the air to clatter
onto the roadway a few feet from the astonished Mervin Hee.
Then there was silencesilence but for the echo of the gunshot,
which rumbled off to die in the distance.
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The end of the line for a large stock-killing lion
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SWORN TO PROTECT
More True Game Warden Adventures
The stories in this book are all true. They chronicle the adventures
of California's Fish and Game Wardens and the wildlife-destroying outlaws
they pursue.
Be there on night patrol. Experience a near-death encounter with
pig poachers. Stalk a deer-killing psychopath and a renegade, bear-killing
archer. Tangle with gun-weilding sturgeon poachers, lobster pirates,
elk poachers, abalone smugglers, reptile rustlers, steelhead snaggers and
salmon bombers. You'll meet these and more, up close and eye to
eye.
So, come along. Join the game wardens-- the dedicated few who
prowl our wildlands day and night, waging continuous war against those who
would abuse the wild and precious things they are Sworn to
Protect.
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| "Terry Hodges' first two books, Sabertooth and
Tough Customers, were great true stories by this celebrated and very
talented California conservation officer and outdoor writer, and they have
become required reading for fish and game cops across Northe America. His
latest book, Sworn to Protect, is another classic. He portrays game
poachers and violators for what they are -- theives who steal fish, fur and
game from everyone. This is a great read, and one every law officer
and sportsman should read."
Dave Richey, Outdoor Writer, The Detroit News
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Citations being issued for illegal take of swans
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PREDATORS
More True Game Warden Adventures
The book PREDATORS is the latest collection of true game warden
adventure stories by author Terry Hodges, a 30-year veteran game
warden. In this 302 page hardcover you will meet some of California's
best wardens and a collection of some of the most memorable outlaws
to ever haunt forest, marsh or ocean floor. You'll meet Rascal McRoy,
Trash Can Joe, Lobster Jake, Killer John, The Muppet, Dirty Harry,
the Delta Ghosts, and a host of others.
"Excitement, adventure, tears, and laughter-you'll experience
these things and more in this excellent collection of award-winning,
true to life game warden stories by Terry Hodges. It's a great read."
Dave Richey - The Detroit News
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Don't forget to ask him to autograph it for you or for the person you are giving it to. You are buying copies for your kids and other rookie bass anglers, aren't you?
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Are you new to the world of bass fishing? Need a little help understanding the game? Some tips from the pros? Well, look no more. With over 30 years of experience as a game warden, talking with bass fishermen, as well as his own experience on the water, Terry can help you go from rookie to successful bass fisherman.
Order his book and you too will be on the water experiencing the fun of catching these exciting fish. Learn the tricks for taking large mouth, small mouth and spotted bass.
If you didn't get one for Christmas, email Terry to order your personal copy now.
Order now and you will be enjoying the thrill of bass fishing soon.
The price for this book will be only $9.95 plus tax and shipping for this outstanding 80 page softcover book. That comes to $12.67 per book.
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a personalized autographed copy, you may email Terry at the link
below to put in your special request. The
price of each of the first 4 books is $21.95, plus $2.00 shipping. The price for the Bass Fishing book will be only $9.95 plus tax and shipping for this outstanding 80 page softcover book. That comes to $12.67 per book.
California
residents, please add 7.25% sales tax ($1.59 per book) to your mail-in
or telephone order. Send check or money order to:
T&C Books
1368 Afterbay Drive
Oroville, CA 95965
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