tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32906507031988299212023-11-15T08:29:06.751-08:00Saltwater Fishing GuidesGuide and Advice on Saltwater Fishingjudesterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14855785523899272443noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3290650703198829921.post-50059724916722517832010-12-15T19:06:00.001-08:002010-12-15T19:10:07.872-08:00Choosing the Best Knife for Your Outdoor Sports <div style="font-style: italic;">by Glenn Ray</div>
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<br /><div>Many different types of knives are available, and as with many other sport tools, if you don't have the one that is required your likely to have an issue. A quality knife that receives proper care will last a lifetime. Tips for selecting the right knife for your sportsman is quite easy.
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<br />Most hunting knives are designed for skinning. If you want your knife to be good for skinning, the main thing you should pay attention is the blade shape. You want a rounded or drop point so that when you are "ripping" the skin, the point of your knife will not dig into the meat. Furthermore, you'll probably want a fixed blade knife, as folding blades have too many crevices to trap blood and mess in.<div style="clear: both; margin: auto; text-align: center;"><img alt="" style="border-width: 0px;" /></div>
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<br />A Versatile knife for camping is what you will want. The reason for this is the knife will be used for many reasons. You may want the knife to prepare food, trim brush, repair gear, and many, many other uses. It is for this reason, that a Swiss army knife or multi-tool may be best for your needs. Adding a saw, hatchet, or machete to your duffel bag before you leave is a good idea for tougher cutting jobs.
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<br />You should probably get a fillet knife for fishing. A fillet knife is intended for cleaning, and it can cut fishing line properly which is the other main task for a fishing knife. There are electric fillet knives available for the fisherman who is constantly catching many fish. If you plan on fishing in salt water, be sure your knife is designed to withstand the corrosion of saltwater.
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<br />Trappers will generally want a skinning knife, much like a hunting knife. A fixed blade or a folding knife will work equally well. This would be a preference of the sportsman. Tougher tasks are commonly done with an axe, so a second knife isn't generally necessary.
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<br />A boater's primary demand for a knife is cutting fish line. You will demand a sharp knife that's easily ready to hand and promptly deployed, just in case you require to cut a line in a rush. Make certain that the knife will hold up to wet circumstances, also. It's apparent that each out-of-door sport requires a particular knife, purchase a choice knife and your chores will be more easygoing and a quality knife will oftentimes be given to your children.
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<br />judesterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14855785523899272443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3290650703198829921.post-71864292129345707342010-12-15T19:06:00.000-08:002010-12-15T19:10:03.476-08:00Fishing Equipment <div style="font-style: italic;">by Owen Jones.</div>
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<br /><div>Fishing equipment is called fishing tackle by fishing aficionados and it usually includes to rods, lines, hooks, sinkers, spears, lures, bait, reels, nets, and so on. The fishing gear that is attached at the end of a line is referred to as terminal tackle
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<br />The word tackle when it refers to fishing apparatus comes from 'takel' which initially meant the rigging on a ship, that is, the equipment consisting of ropes supporting a ship's masts and sails. Later, the same word was recorded as having a another meaning, that of apparatus for fishing and that meaning has been retained ever since then.
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<br />The most basic fishing apparatus is made up of of a rod, a line, a hook, a lure, a bait and a weight or sinker. The line is a simple string specially made for fishing that is both long, strong and yet thin, so that fish can not see it. There are several questions that an angler asks when buying a fishing line, like its resistance, stretch, strength et cetera. The line will be chosen depending on what species of fish the angler wants to catch.
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<br />The sinker or weight, also called a plummet, is actually a weight that helps in casting the hook and the bait as far as possible from the shoreline or from the boat that the fisherman is using. They are usually made of lead as their purpose is also to sink and to get the bait closer to the fish in the water as quickly as possible. However, lead sinkers have been banned in some parts of the world, especially the really small ones, which are often called 'shot'. If ingested by birds or other fish, the lead, which is known for its high toxicity level, will cause the death of the animal.
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<br />Another elementary piece of fishing equipment is the hook. This device meant for holding the bait on the line and for hooking into the fish's mouth. It is fastened to the line and the angler can select from a very variety of shapes and sizes.
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<br />And last but far from least, is the bait or lure, without which the fishing equipment cannot be effective. A lure is a device tied to the end of the line that looks and moves something like the prey of the fish you are after. Its raison d'etre is to catch the attention of the fish with its colour and movement. Artificial flies, tiddlers and sand eels fall into this category. When the fish eats the lure, it becomes hooked.
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<br />judesterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14855785523899272443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3290650703198829921.post-58726101148016836372010-01-05T06:09:00.001-08:002010-01-05T06:09:26.991-08:00Most Recognizable Marine Ornamental Fish In The Hobby<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Gabriela Desouyez</div><br /><div class='uawarticle'>There are a wide variety of fish available to the saltwater aquarium enthusiasts. They come from hundreds of species in addition to come in all shapes along with sizes. But, there are a few that constantly garner notice from the community due to their beauty. Let us take a look at these popular saltwater fishes.<br /> <br /> At number one, we have Amphiprion Percula as well as Amphiprion Ocellaris. These fish are perhaps the most recognizable of all saltwater fishes. Some of you might have seen finding nemo, where the species is represented. To the hobbyist but, they are usually known as the True percula and the false percula.<br /> <br /> The main differences between the two species are the number of dorsal spines each fishes has. Amphiprion Ocellaris is a cheap fishes that is a staple in the industry. Amphiprion Percula commonly are a bit pricier as well as not quite as common. They are a good option for those just starting out as they adjust well to life in a saltwater aquarium.<br /> <br /> Next, we have the Yellow tang plus Blue Tangs. They are a popular option on posters plus a selection of marine tank products on the market. The blue tang was also present in the animated Finding nemo. The character Dory was a blue tang. Blue tangs are usually cheaper than yellow tangs as they are imported in huge quantities.<br /> <br /> Make sure they are treated for any parasites before introducing them to your tank in addition to they will turn out to be great specimens. Like Ich plus lateral line erosion are the two conditions all tangs are susceptible to. Ensure they are given a diet that is rich in greens as they are algae grazers in the wild.<br /> <br /> Finally, four angelfish make up the last spot. They are the queen angelfish, emperor angelfish, french angelfish and the stunning flame angelfish. All four fish regularly get great demand from marine fish keepers. In terms of price, they cost the most compared with the other fish mentioned. If they are fully matured adults that are in pristine condition, they can cost upwards of $200 per specimen.<br /> <br /> The centropyge Flame angel is by far the cheapest of the angels. But that does not reflect on its beauty as it is easily on of the most stunning members of the family centropyge. All angels should be given a mixed diet rich with meaty and plant based foods. For the most part, angels are not reef safe so do not house them with corals. - 30546</div><div class='uawresource'><div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><div class='uawlinks'>For a especially thorough review on <a target='_blank' href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Blue-Tang">Blue Tang Fish</a> along with its cousin the <a target='_blank' href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Yellow-Tang">Yellow Tang Fish</a>, do drop by the authors hubpage for reviews concerning a range of saltwater aquarium fish plus corals. </div><br /> </div>judesterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14855785523899272443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3290650703198829921.post-39961617429458449552009-09-25T07:25:00.000-07:002009-09-25T13:28:05.182-07:00Black Drum Run: The New Star Of Spring Texas Fishing<div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawbyline'>By Captain Kyle Tomek</div><br /><div class='uawarticle'>Anglers seeking easy pulls during the spring season are discovering a new breed of fishing along the Texas Coast. Spring season winds often churn bay waters for days leaving speckled trout and redfish enthusiasts scratching their heads. Expect to see more anglers dancing to a new beat this spring with the exciting black drum run that takes place annually.<br /> <br /> "Black drum make their annual migration when the water temperatures get into the sixties; anywhere from late February to late April. You find them starting to congregate in the channels in great numbers," says Laporte, Texas pastor Mark Redd. An avid black drum fisher, Redd angles for drum at Galveston's North Jetty each spring.<br /> <br /> "In the past couple of years we've been catching black drum weighing as much as 60 pounds! I find the best bait for fishing on the bottom where you'll catch the really big ones is cracked crab. I crack off the top shell and halve the meat; it works like a charm for black drum," Redd continues.<br /> <br /> Captain Jake Reaves says that some of the best texas fishing for black drum is the upper coast, which he works in his guided charters. "The black drum run is an exciting time for me. It's an opportunity to get out of my waders for once and sit back in the sun and do some more relaxing fishing. I usually get about 20 fish a day when angling in the channels and other transitional zones during the black drum run."<br /> <br /> As for gear, Reaves chooses circle hooks, 4-8 ounce egg weights and 50 lb test for black drum. According to Reaves though, the single most important thing is getting the bait to the bottom quickly. "I tend to use heavier weights so I can get my bait right down to the bottom where the biggest black drum are," says Reaves. Once he gets a bite, the 50 lb test lets him quickly land his fish and get his line back in the water.<br /> <br /> According to the spring fishing reports, Texas fishing for black drum is good even for landlocked anglers, with some great spots for these fish which can be reached without a boat. "A lot of people do great during the black drum run from the pier at the Texas City Dike as well as across from the boat launch," says Mark Redd. For his part, Captain Jake Reaves says that Sea Wolf Park Pier and Sylvan Beach Pier are also good spots for black drum. Texas fishing experts also tell us that Aransas Pass' Fin & Feather Pier and the Aransas Pass Jetty happen to be great black drum spots as well.<br /> <br /> One thing that experienced anglers recommend is "venting" larger drum before release. While these fish are indeed good eating, there are many who prefer catch and release with drum. Mark Redd advises depleting the air bladders of larger black drum before releasing them, having seen a lot of these fish die due to their full air bladders preventing them from swimming down after release. "Use a needle and insert it gently at a 45 degree angle under one of their scales by the tip of the pectoral fin. This will vent gas trapped in their air bladders so they can get back in the water and have a better chance to survive," says Redd. This is an excellent tip to keep in mind for a spring Texas fishing season which the currently available fishing reports indicate will be a big one for black drum. - 30546</div><div class='uawresource'><div style='font-style:italic;' class='uawabout'><br /> About the Author:<br /> </div><div class='uawlinks'>Captain Kyle Tomek is a Texas fishing guide who submits featured <a target='_blank' href="http://texasfishcast.com/media/featured-reports/">saltwater fishing tips</a> to Texas FishCast. 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