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Those Fish Stealing Eagles! - - Bob Alexander
The morning was slightly overcast with marshmallow clouds hovering over the lake as we made our way to one of our favorite fishing holes. The fish were still on the beds in only couple of feet of water and if you dangled a minnow anywhere near them, you could pull up a big slab crappie almost as... Submitted 4 years 40 days ago.

Florida Gators And Little Minnows! - - Bob Alexander
Memories of last spring's fishing trip to Florida help warm up the night as I sit next to a glimmering fire in the den of my home here in northern Alabama, listening to the sleet bounce off the window panes. Spike the cat gently meows in his sleep next to the fireplace, no doubt chasing mice in... Submitted 4 years 43 days ago.

Drop Shot Rigs Made Easy - - Ernest Miller
Have you ever wondered what the big deal is about using a drop shot rig? Is it that significant? Is it just another fad that people will talk about for awhile? You don t have to wonder any more .It is a great and effect way to fish for many fish not just Bass and it doesn t have to be... Submitted 4 years 113 days ago.

You've Gotta Be Nuts To Noodle For Catfish! - - Bob Alexander
The first time I experienced the fear and excitement of watching someone noodle for catfish, it scared the heck out of me. Noodling, or grabblin as it's called in some circles, is fishing for large catfish with nothing but your hands and maybe a pint of Jack Daniels. It's a dangerous sport! That... Submitted 4 years 158 days ago.

College Football and Catfish! - - Bob Alexander
College football is only a few weeks away and I'm having a hard time waiting for the opening kick-off! My enthusiasm for this time of year is twofold; I start thinking about river fishing and listening to the University of Alabama play football on Saturday afternoons. For more years... Submitted 4 years 181 days ago.

No Minnows In The Smokies! - - Bob Alexander
One could almost say that the fishing minnow is on the endangered specie list, at least in Lake Douglas and Dolly Parton's home town of Sevierville, Tennessee. My brother-in-law had brought his boat from Florida and we were all set to spend a lot of time on the water; as this vacation area is... Submitted 4 years 231 days ago.

Garage Sale Fishing Tackle! - - Bob Alexander
Besides fishing and barbeque, I have an addiction that can't be cured with a 12 step program. Every time I try to rid myself of this obsession, I pass by a house that has a "Garage Sale" sign in the front yard and my truck comes to a screeching halt! My fixation for garage sales stem from the... Submitted 4 years 245 days ago.

Fishing and Oyster Men! - - Bob Alexander
My trip to Apalachicola this time was only for a few days. Normally I try to spend a week or more there, but this time I had to limit myself to three days on the bay. After a tough winter, a walk on the beach in early spring was wonderful! A cold front came through on the third night and cooled... Submitted 4 years 294 days ago.

The Crappie King Of Mississippi! - - Bob Alexander
The day I caught my first fish was a day the fish weren't biting. At least that's what my Uncle Jake said and Uncle Jake knew everything there was to know about fishing. In my 12 year old mind; he was the Crappie King of Mississippi! Uncle Jake lived about 40 miles from Tupelo and fishing was... Submitted 4 years 302 days ago.

Fishing Tackle Box Organization Advantages - - Rob Tendick
There are all different kinds of fishermen throughout the world. Some have been reeling in the "big one" for decades, whereas others can only dream of the day when the "big one" bites. Many fishermen like freshwater lakes, some like rivers or streams, and then there are those who prefer the... Submitted 5 years 111 days ago.

Topwater Bass Fishing Tips - - Jack Phillips
Bass fishing with topwater baits is without a doubt the most fun you can have fishing for large or smallmouth bass. People watch these bass tournaments on the tube and see all these pros using plastic and spinner baits jigs and crankbaits, forget about the fun and excitement you get with topwater... Submitted 5 years 202 days ago.

Hawaii's Fish Of Summer - Richard Young
Despite all of the Hawaii big game fishing and blue-water diving depicted in postcards and the media, some of islands’ most popular fishing involves nothing more than a hand pole with a hook and sinker or some ultra-light tackle and bit of local fishing savvy! During the summer two small but... Submitted 5 years 228 days ago.

How Do You Make Your Own Fishing Bait? - N Cinneide
There are many recipes that you can take full advantage of to help you to score the big fish. Why not make the bait at home on your own? Here are just a couple of the options that you have in fish bait recipes. Salmon Eggs: How To Cure Them There are several fish that this will work well for. If... Submitted 5 years 293 days ago.

The Great Caddis Hatch - Bill Edrington
In my opinion, "The Mother" of all Mother’s Day Caddis hatches occurs on the Arkansas River. It begins in the Canon City area around April 15, and gradually moves upstream and past Salida until runoff blows it away around 30 days later. The irony is, however, that by Mother’s Day the fish... Submitted 6 years 30 days ago.

Year Round Spinnerbait Tactics For Bass - - steven vonbrandt
Spinnerbaits are not just a tool for the spring and fall. Spinnerbaits can be deadly, if the right ones are fished in a variety of situations weather it be the East Coast or the West. The trick is to be able to distinguish which is the right one for the right situation?... Submitted 6 years 118 days ago.

Topwater Baits For Huge Bass - - steven vonbrandt
There are a lot of baits that take big largemouth bass, but to me, nothing is more fun than seeing a huge bass hit a topwater bait. The excitement that is produced when a big bass explodes on a buzzbait or a frog, is unmatched by any other technique. A lot of anglers don't... Submitted 6 years 118 days ago.

Fishing The Power Drop Shot Rig - steven vonbrandt
Most people believe that the drop-shot rig is only for finesse fishing, but there is more than one way to skin a cat! (or Fish), as the case may be. The new Power Drop-Shot style started by Kotaro Kiriyama, is fast becoming the way to bigger and better bags on many of the tournament trails. ... Submitted 6 years 118 days ago.

What Is Best For You An Inflatable Kayak Or A Hard-Shell Kayak? - Kevin Brown
If you are buying a kayak for the very first time it is very exciting but there are a lot of things that you need to consider and to think about. You will need to consider what type of kayak you need for the type of activity you will be doing with it. What types of kayaks are there? * Hard sided... Submitted 6 years 320 days ago.

Why Choose Inflatable Boats Over Traditional Boats? - Kevin Brown
If you spend any time in or around the water then you probably own or have considered owning an inflatable boat. There are many uses for inflatable boats and many people own them for a variety of very different reasons. What Can I Use An Inflatable Boat For? Inflatable boats were originally used... Submitted 6 years 320 days ago.

Small Boat Safety Precautions - Kevin Brown
Relaxing in your canoe on a beautiful calm lake, fishing for the perfect fish is a very enjoyable and peaceful pastime that is enjoyed by many. Or maybe taking your kayak down a white water river braving class four rapids is more your style? Inflatable boats or Zodiacs are a lot of fun cruising... Submitted 6 years 320 days ago.

Becoming a Professional Angler - - steven vonbrandt
There are very few guys that make it in the pro ranks and make a living fishing, and in todays economy, it is even harder. Most professional athletes in any sport start out very young, and only a handful make it to the top levels of their sport. Bass fishing for a living is very... Submitted 34 days 23 hours ago.

What's This Superstition about Renaming a Boat? - - William Gills
If you just bought the boat of your dreams only to find the name on the transom is a nightmare you can't live with, names like Irritable Bow, Big Woody or Sir Osis of the River you might want to change the name to something more suitable to your taste and values. Before you do this though, you... Submitted 55 days 23 hours ago.

Spotlight on Block Island's Great Salt Pond - - William Gills
If you're a boater and are yearning for some get away island ambiance, Block Island has it all: swimming, fishing, clamming, fine restaurants and boutiques, marine facilities, gunk- holing opportunities, clean clear water, awesome vistas and magnificent sunsets. It's no wonder Block Island is... Submitted 66 days ago.

Seasickness - Jacht! Causes, Symptoms, Triggers and Prevention - - William Gills
My first brush with seasickness was on the charter boat Mijoy out on Long Island Sound fishing with twenty or so other offshore anglers. The seas were steep, rolling fifteen footers, most everyone getting sick but me and a handful of others. I've never been very good at enduring the smell of... Submitted 72 days 23 hours ago.

Fishing On A Budget Without Having To Get Into A Boat! - - Bob Alexander
In this economic climate, almost everyone has a budget. Going fishing is more expensive than ever; a fact that has not escaped notice by area fishermen. Lack of money and the horrendous heat that almost the whole country experienced this summer, has kept the bait and tackle stores around local... Submitted 101 days 22 hours ago.