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Fishin’ Apps

Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

I moved into the world of a modern cell phone last summer. I don’t however, have an Iphone. The spouse does though….

Iphone’rs are lucky folk.

They get all the same things I do on mine, BUT, they also get apps that were written for their phones that I can’t get on mine. Apps like the iFish USA app.

Yup, this app not only gives you lake reports, but a catch log! There’s even maps to fishing spots, best times to fish (where) with over a hundred THOUSAND spots listed!

Man, if that isn’t enough to make me want to trade mine in I don’t know what is. Course I could just borrow the spouses…

iFishUSA

iFishUSA

IFish USA is another in a series of fine fishing related apps from Apps for Anglers.

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Long Cold Winter

Saturday, January 14th, 2012

How do Western New York Anglers survive the long, cold winter?

I will assume you mean other than avidly watching Buffalo Bills football and Buffalo Sabres hockey games, how do avid anglers in Western New York survive the long, cold winters?

Well, some ice fish of course. And while folks don’t actually get wet there’s not need for a wetsuit! However many folks DO WEAR WETSUITS under their gear when ice fishing! Why? To survive the elements!

The key to surviving the frigid cold is to dress in layers, and shield yourself from the wind. A bodysuit does just that very effectively!

Although Many avid anglers enjoy steelhead fishing throughout the winter between the months of November and April. This is true particularly after the first ice thaw. That’s when the Lake-fed steelhead come running. They were bred to live in the waters of this type of region and there are an abundance of steelhead-catching opportunities available to anglers all the way from the mighty lower Niagara River to Cattaraugus Creek which is one of the premier streams in the state, to other smaller streams.

They are an excellent fight fish for their size (which varies) and are best caught using either live bait or artificial lures.

ice fishing

ice fishing

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Black Lake

Monday, January 2nd, 2012

GUEST POST FROM MARCIA W….

Besides Crappies, what other fish do anglers catch at Black Lake?

In early spring after the ice goes out, crappies and northern pike are the main catches at upstate New York’s Black Lake. Northern pikes can be landed that weigh in the 10 to 15 pound range and are trophy size. The nighttime spring sky is lit up by campfires and the shoreline lanterns of bullhead fishermen. Perch measuring 10 to 13 inches, and ¾ pound bluegill can be reeled in either from shore or boat. They are caught year round as are walleye, catfish and monstrous muskies.

In the summer, largemouth and smallmouth bass are the catch of the day. Catching a 5 pound bucket of mouth is nothing out of the ordinary at Black Lake.

No matter what kind of fishing you enjoy, Black Lake offers it all. The setting is serene and peaceful. The air is fresh and so is the water. There are no factories on or near this Lake and there are no New York State fish eating warnings as there are no pollutants in the water. The fish you catch at Black Lake can be eaten at Black Lake …. or frozen and enjoyed later in the year at home long after the amazing fishing vacation is over.

Black Lake

Black Lake

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Fisherman Paradise Upstate New York

Saturday, December 17th, 2011

***** GUEST POST *****

One of the best known fishing spots in the entire state of New York is Black Lake. It is located north of Syracuse in the Thousand Islands region and it is as beautiful of a location as it is an angler’s paradise. The 20-mile-long lake is about 4 miles wide at its widest point. Thousands of anglers travel to Black Lake every year and every May, my husband Bill is numbered among them. He and his long-time fishing buddies faithfully make the annual five hour drive from Western New York to Black Lake for a week of rest, relaxation and mainly to catch crappies. He and other Black Lake anglers have proven that crappie action at this location is second to none in the Northeast United States. The crappie limit is 30 per person per day and each fish kept must measure 10 inches or more in length. In May of 2011, my husband and his best crappie-fishing buddy both caught their daily limit at least two days during their week-long stay and this is not at all unusual or difficult to do at Black Lake.

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For those of you with only time to head for Grandma’s for Christmas, sans any fishing, you can still get some ‘fishin’ time ‘virtually’! How? You can Play Fishing Games on your computer, or that Ipad you got for Christmas!

Keep you OR the kiddos busy when they get bored at Grandmas!

black lake

black lake

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New Bass Lure

Thursday, October 6th, 2011

Ok bass fishermen, you know who you are! There’s a new bass lure in town and you’ll be beside yourself until you get some for your own tackle box!

It’s the Bombshell Turtle and it’s sure to be a winner.

You and I both know that bass go after baby turtles and Bombshell has created a new lure shaped, well, like a baby turtle!

bombshell turtle

bombshell turtle

They’re pretty new, you might have to ask your local tackle shop to order some for you.

Me? I can’t WAIT!

I think the Bombshell Turtle lure is going to be ‘the bomb’!!!

:)

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Fishin’ Trucks

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

For the traveling angler, a four-wheel drive vehicle needs to offer many unique features and you should consider your options very carefully before making a purchase. Any car of this kind needs to tick all of your boxes including space, comfort and durability and here are the essential features that you need to look for.

For anglers, space is arguably the most vital requirement for any of the 4-WD Vehicles on the market today. Before you part with your money, you need to consider all the dimensions of the vehicle including the trunk and the interior. Will the car be long enough to accommodate your rods without you risking damage to your most vital piece of equipment? Additionally, is there enough space for your nets, chairs and associated equipment that you need to take with you on an expedition? Above all else, space is probably the single most important issue for any angler.

In addition, you need to consider where you will be driving your vehicle and it isn’t safe to assume that all four-wheel drive vehicles have great off road capabilities. If you’re driving to major sites with tarmac roads leading up to the fishing areas, you may not need a great off road vehicle. However, if access is going to be an issue, you need to consider this very carefully. Will you be driving through rough terrain on a regular basis to get to your angling site? If so, you need a vehicle that has optimum off road capabilities. Ultimately, the need for off road driving will vary between anglers so only you can decide how much of this element you need to factor in to any purchase of a four-wheel drive car.

The majority of anglers who are looking to buy a 4×4 vehicle specifically for their hobby will want to purchase a car that is built to last. Longevity is very important for most anglers who see buying a vehicle of this kind as an investment. It’s important here to do your research and this can be undertaken in a number of ways. In the first instance you can seek out reviews in car magazines both online and from printed publications in your local store. Secondly, why not speak to other anglers and get their view? You can discuss durability alongside any other aspect of a four-wheel drive vehicle and you may pick up the one piece of advice that helps you make your decision. Finally, simply by taking the time to look at vehicles that are on the road will help you judge a car’s longevity. Over a period of time, you will notice one or two makes that just keep on going and that can be extremely useful in helping you decide what to buy.

Ultimately, all anglers will share certain requirements such as a desire for space while needs will differ when it comes to other aspects such as off road driving. By taking a little care and doing plenty of research, however, you can choose the four-wheel drive vehicle which is right for you as an individual.

fishin trucks

fishin trucks

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Grandpa said

Friday, August 19th, 2011

“Don’t mess around with crap.”

“Get the best.”

I’m sure your grandpa told you something similar.

Don’t buy cheap goods and expect them to be durable. Buy the best and it’ll last you a lifetime.

Gerber knives are one of the more popular brands of hunting and outdoor knives in the world, and there’s reasons for that. Gerber knives are made with the user in mind with a commitment to detail and quality. They’re made for a lifetime.

Where to find? The best place on earth to get the best blades on earth? It’s http://www.gerberknivesonline.com/

gerber-knives-logo

gerber-knives-logo

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Straw Hats for Surviving the Heat

Monday, August 1st, 2011

Today it was 107 here in Oklahoma, and 100 in the shade.

Do you fish or stay inside?

You know the answer to that, you fish!

You start early in the day before it gets too hot. You pick a nice shady spot on the side of the creek. You bring lots of liquid refreshment and you bring your straw hat.

Every fisherman needs a fishin’ hat and straw hats are the best.

Why?

Heat escapes from the top of your head. You need the shade protection from the brim and the airflow that the straw weave gives you.

Plus it gives you a place to stick a fishing fly or two.

straw fishin' hat

straw fishin' hat

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Sand Bass Fishin’

Sunday, June 26th, 2011

The grandson enjoyed some bass fishing this month during the 2011 National Sand Bass Festival in Madill.

Now, he’s not a tourney fisherman, but only because he doesn’t ‘yet’ have his own boat, and he wasn’t even aware of the tourney until it was too late to enter. You see, his girlfriend lives outside Madill. You know where his mind has been.

Next year perhaps.

That gives him a whole year of getting to know the lake a little better by fishing more often. One tool I’ve told him he could really utilize are Hummingbird Fish Finders . While there’s nothing better than ‘knowing’ the waters you fish, there’s nothing more helpful than Hummingbird FishFinders. Just utilizing such great tools will aid him in ‘knowing’ the waters that much better.

I grew up fishin’ at Texhoma, and grandson has already spent a lot of years fishin’ there too but add a little technology to a lifetime of fishing and you’ll have an advantage over the average tourneyman.

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Fishing in Denmark

Sunday, June 19th, 2011

Have you ‘ever’ gotten to go overseas on a vacation and got to fish?

Me either…

But there’s good news (assuming you follow the rules and regulations of the country you’re visiting); you can fish on a European vacation!

For instance, in Denmark, as a tourist, you only need a short term license (available at the Danish post offices, tourist shops and some tackle shops) valid for the day, or the week.

Want to know more about fishing in Denmark? Before you plan that trip be sure to visit Fiskepladser for all you’ll need to know about fishing in Denmark. From permits for private lakes/streams to local fishing spots and favorite bait as well as your own brag, I mean CATCH report!

The species are different that what I’d find at my local lake. No large mouth bass or catfish, but plenty of sea trout, brown trout, Atlantic salmon, flounder (and more).

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