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Poachers Caught! - 2nd Edition by Tom Chapin (Paperback)

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  • Read this collection of illegal hunting and fishing stories, which prove that life as a game warden is surprisingly dangerous and thrilling.Two conservation officers attempt to chase down a motorboat in their canoe.
  • About the Author: Tom Chapin is a native of Hibbing, Minnesota.
  • 224 Pages
  • Biography + Autobiography, Law Enforcement
  • Series Name: Poachers Caught!

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Book Synopsis



Read this collection of illegal hunting and fishing stories, which prove that life as a game warden is surprisingly dangerous and thrilling.


Two conservation officers attempt to chase down a motorboat in their canoe. A married couple illegally catches more than 60,000 crappies over a 12-year span. A duo of poachers run over Tom Chapin's motorbike--and nearly kill him in the process. As a Minnesota game warden for 29 years, Tom investigated hundreds of harrowing and exhilarating cases. In Poachers Caught!, he shares 36 of his most memorable ones with you.


Throughout his career, Tom meticulously wrote daily reports and was a stickler for taking photographs to enhance his records. So the stories recounted here are as realistic and factual as possible. From the vividly detailed capture of illegal night hunters to the deconstruction of major fish poaching operations, Poachers Caught! allows you to experience each riveting encounter as if you were there.


The tales of true crime are action-packed, shocking, and wildly entertaining. They appeal to anyone with an interest in hunting, fishing, and law enforcement, as well as anyone who's concerned about the protection of our natural resources. Tom's writing serves as a tool for educating people about poaching and for promoting ethics in nature. It also yields a heightened appreciation for the wildlife officers who protect our fish and wildlife resources.


Tom says, "I always believed a game warden's job should focus on this one concern: providing an equal playing field for all who purchase a hunting or fishing license."



Review Quotes




"Two things become clear after reading Tom Chapin's book. He knows how to tell a story, and you wouldn't have wanted him on your case if you were a poacher."

--Sam Cook, Duluth News Tribune


"Every chapter is a compelling adventure--a true story--sometimes unbelievable--documented with facts and photos. Tom promotes a high ethical standard for all sportsmen and sportswomen."

--Catherine McLynn, Itasca County Commissioner




About the Author



Tom Chapin is a native of Hibbing, Minnesota. He earned his bachelor's degree in zoology in 1972 from the University of Minnesota, Duluth, after a two-year tour in the US Army. Most of his 29-year career as a natural resource conservation officer was spent in the Grand Rapids, Minnesota, district, where he also served as area supervisor for seven years. Chief among the honors he received include the 1978 Itasca County Law Enforcement Officer of the Year and the 1985 Minnesota Conservation Officer of the Year.


Tom has also served as adjunct faculty, teaching law enforcement courses at Itasca and Hibbing Community Colleges. The author's campaigning and testimony prompted the Minnesota State Legislature to enact a gross over-limit law. Known as the "Chapin Bill," this law became effective March 1, 2003. It increased penalties, including the loss of hunting and fishing privileges, for violators who take large quantities of game and fish.


Throughout his career as a game warden, Tom took hundreds of photographs documenting illegal activities. These photos were an integral part of his group presentations, which have both educated and entertained audiences interested in natural resources issues. Tom and his wife, Sandy, raised daughters Colleen, Anita, and Beth in Grand Rapids, where Tom retired from public service.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Series Title: Poachers Caught!
Sub-Genre: Law Enforcement
Genre: Biography + Autobiography
Number of Pages: 224
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Format: Paperback
Author: Tom Chapin
Language: English
Street Date: May 20, 2025
TCIN: 92935151
UPC: 9781647555245
Item Number (DPCI): 247-44-5197
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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