Washington State - 12/28/2005 - Rednecks are real and everywhere.

Rednecks are everywhere, the country, urban and big cities. The
true give away is the ones in the city wearing a cowboy hat.
Being a redneck is truly a honor. You are a member of folks that
live a truly happy life. Enjoying the outdoors, Nascar and being
with friends. You know how to save a buck and how to get by with
little money.

Here are a few hints to identify if your a Redneck: - Your
richest relative buys a new house and calls you up to help him
take the wheels off. - Your lifetime goal is to own a fireworks
stand - You avoid property that has a lot of grass to cut -
Candy in the house is a must.

Here are some other indicators with your pets, you may be a
Redneck: - You cat eats at the table. - You take your dog for a
walk and you both use the same tree. - You’ve ever been involved
in a custody fight over a hunting dog.

Yes, it hard to hide it, but redneck are everywhere. The world
would be a better place if there were more rednecks. People
would all be equal, Wars would be won over quickly, since know
one really can afford it. Our leaders would all be wearing
overalls and speaking to us from a hunting reserve.

Yes, the true answer to world peace is rednecks. We would all
measure each other by the size of our Bass Boats and the length
of our uncut grass.

A site has been provided for you to understand Rednecks better
at http://www.rednecksearch.com and http://www.rangerrob.com
..Great knowledge and understanding of Rednecks will truly help
you to be a better person. You can also email
rednecks@rangerrob.com with any of your questions.

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Recreation is an important aspect in the life of human beings.
Anglers represent the major group of leisure seekers, and have a
determined advantage over the other groups who make use of
nature’s wonderful creatures and elements for food.

Consequently, the popularity of fishing in many areas had
continuously dominated the society. That is why along with its
series of activities, people now realize the need for fishing
lodges especially in places where fishing activities seem to
never end.

Among all fishing lodges available in the industry today, the
Alaska Fishing Lodges are among the most treasured and most
popular fishing lodges in the United States.

The Alaska Fishing Lodge provides its customers full customer
service satisfaction with their wide array of fishing activities
and endless strings of fishing fun.

Normally, Alaska Fishing Lodges are made up of logs; sturdily
build to provide each angler optimum convenience and comfort. It
is known for its spacious interiors, creatively decorated with
the right embellishments, thereby, setting the mood for fishing
and wilderness.

In addition, because it carries the true Alaskan heritage,
Alaska Fishing Lodges offer services and products that can be
afforded by anyone. With its affordable rates, the place is
inhabited by people, who mostly want to enjoy life and fishing
but cannot afford to buy the pleasures in expensive beaches and
lodges.

Best of all, Alaska Fishing Lodges are perfectly located in
areas where the waters are abundant with the different species
of fish. Usually, these lodges are situated in a place where
trout, northern pike, and grayling mostly inhabit the waters.

On the other hand, most Alaska Fishing Lodges are built big
enough to occupy 16 guests, in which each guest can avail of
personal and individualized services.

Moreover, this type of lodge also houses a place where king
salmon are abundant especially during the months of June and
early part of July. Most lodges also provide a wide variety of
fishing equipment, from rods to tackles and lines.

With all these beautiful features present in every Alaska
Fishing Lodge, there is no better place to enjoy fishing and the
wilderness like what this particular lodge can offer.

Staying in an Alaska Fishing Lodge is, indeed, an ultimate
fishing experience.

About the author:

Jay is the web owner of http://www.fishing-in.net Fishing Tackle, a website
that provides information and resources about fishing, tackle,
lures, and fishing trips. You can visit his website at:
http://www.fishing-in.net Alaska Fishing
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The evolution of fishing gear and accessories along with the
development of the bass fishing industry brought about the
development of various lures specifically used for different
fish species.

There are many types or class of lures and they all depend on
what type of fish works for them. Many only work for specific
types but some cover a wide range of species of fish.

Below are some of the typical lures used for fishing.

Light Standard Casting Lures

For Standard casting lures, they are mostly able to attract a
wide range of fish varieties from albacore, bluefish, bonita,
oho and crappies. These lures are also excellent for certain
species of bass fish and work best when retrieved from water at
low to medium speed. They pass through water with undetectably
synthetic material.

Their sizes are excellent for lightweight fish and a host of
freshwater species. They range from 1/16 oz. to 3 oz.

The hand painted eye is enticing enough to allow schooling of
fish. This feature allows for more chances of trapping one of
the target fish in the water.

Heavy Standard Casting Lures

Heavy Standard Casting Lures are excellent for quite heavy fish
specifically, walleye and bass. While the lightweight lures are
used in most circumstances, it was shown that heavy counterparts
provide more reliable fishing output.

Moreover, the heavy standard lures are able to catch fish than
diamond and light standard casting lures.

Long Casting/Jigging Lures

Perhaps the most popular among the fishing lures are the long,
tapered jigging lures. They are perhaps the most commonly used
fishing lures among the fishermen in Florida, Mississippi and
Louisiana.

Just recently, it was found out that the long casting lures work
best for catching trout and pike. They were also found to
effectively catch stripers and bluefish. They can catch tuna and
walleye in a breeze!

Unlike heavy standard lures, this gear won’t produce good
fish-catch output up to 180-200 ft under water but be sure to
effectively match your lure color, bait and related accessories
to maximize performance.

Deadly Diamond Lures

These lures are one of the smallest with sizes ranging from 1/8
to 1oz. They can seamlessly attract attention among fish and
could form a school of fish in a minute!

The reason is it lies on its structural surface formation and
cut. The top handle is cut like a diamond and causes the
reflection of light striking on its surface. The diamond lures
are best for catching bass fish varieties, crappie and stripers
although they work on a small range of fish species.

About the author:

Jay is the web owner of http://www.fishing-in.net Fishing Tackle, a website
that provides information and resources about fishing, tackle,
lures, and fishing trips. You can visit his website at:
http://www.fishing-in.net California Fishing
Trips

Also known as Bow fishing, this is a sport wherein a fisherman
uses archery equipment to fish.

A regular hunting bow can be used for fishing by simply
attaching a reel to the front of the bow grip.

Archery fishing is especially favored by regular hunters when
regular game like deer are off season. This way they can
continuously hone their skills for whatever season it may be.

Before engaging in archery fishing, one must first take into
consideration the following:

1. A fisherman must be duly licensed. Some states require that
an individual have a state license to fish.

2. Equipment. Most states have a predetermined set of approved
equipment for archery fishing.

3. Archery Safety Course. Still, some states require that an
individual go through an approved safety course for archery
fishing to ensure that the individual is well versed with the
proper safety precautions and information regarding applicable
laws in fishing.

4. Seasons. Bow fishing in some states can only be done in
certain seasons. This is to allow the fish to spawn.

5. Species of fish. Some states have rules forbidding archery
fishing for some species of fish.

The following skills are necessary for an individual to obtain
and practice:

Knot tying. Though it may seem like a simple task, tying knots
that will not slip (line for the arrow) are crucial in bow
fishing.

Tuning. Tuning is making sure that the bow is at its best
working condition. To ensure this, one has to continuously
adjust the rest and calibrate the nock.

For a faster tuning process, one may shoot a regular bow-fishing
arrow (without the tip) onto a target made of cardboard.

Marksmanship or targeting. Bow fishing and bow hunting, though
similar on some aspects, really do differ on many things. Arrows
for bow fishing are heavier, have larger arrow tips and, the
most obvious one, has a string attached to the arrow.

And since fish are shot in the water, resistance differs as when
compared to shooting in the air (for bow hunting of games)

There are various methods or ways of archery fishing. This
includes the following:

1. Still hunting. A fisherman selects a place by the lake in
which he would wait for passing fish to shoot its bow at.

2. Stalking. This can be done on foot or while on a boat. One is
in constant motion in an attempt to locate fish.

3. Ambush. Fish that are best ambushed are the ones that are
spawning since they tend to crowd thus increasing chances of
target.

About the author:

Jay is the web owner of http://www.fishing-in.net Fishing Tackle, a website
that provides information and resources about fishing, tackle,
lures, and fishing trips. You can visit his website at:
http://www.fishing-in.net Alabama Fishing
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Alaska is known as one of the most bountiful areas with salmon,
and is ideal for fishing trips.

This is because of extreme tides along the West Coast and the
gush of ocean currents that create an environment ideal for the
breeding of thousands of baitfish.

It is also known as one of the best places to go if one wants to
fish for giant King Salmon, the largest specie of salmon fish.

The best way to catch these giant salmon (in saltwater) is
through trolling or by angling a baited line drawn into the
water.

Fishing for giant King Salmon can be a year round activity
(especially in Seward).

The most sought-after species of salmon are the following:

1. The King Salmon (Chinook) are the largest of all these
species. Its weight averages between 20-40 pounds, the heaviest
recorded of which is 112 pounds, and can be as long as 3-4″. It
has a blue-green back that is lightly spotted.

The average life span of a Chinook Salmon is about five to seven
years.

Its flesh can range in color from ivory white to a deep red.

Common names for this specie of salmon include tyee, springs,
mouth/kings quinnat and tule.

2. Silver Salmon (Coho) on the other hand is slightly smaller
with an average weight of 8-12 pounds.

These specie prefer small streams in which to spawn between the
months of July to November.

3. Sockeye salmon, on the other hand, are the most sought-after
of its entire species because its flesh has a color of deep red
and it has a firm rich flavor.

In fishing for salmon in Alaska, one has to be well equipped
with the right equipment (and donned with the appropriate
apparel).

Listed below are some of the needed equipment/materials and tips
for hassle-free fishing:

1. You must be clad in layers of warm clothes (not necessarily
bulky ones as it can hinder in the fishing activity).

2. Over these everyday clothes, a waterproof overall, boots and
bibs are likewise necessary to ensure that one would stay dry
since after a hook-up, some fish may resist with maximum
struggles.

3. Fleet or cruisers that offer services for fishing are usually
stocked with bait.

4. A guide on board a cruiser ensures that even amateur
fishermen will enjoy the activity by providing crash-lessons
onboard. They usually hook the bait for the guest and inform the
party as to where specific species of fish may thrive for
selective fishing.

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There are a few basic methods that are effective in catching
catfish. Bear in mind that specific methods are applicable to
specific kinds of waters. That is because techniques and baiting
mixtures are formulated for specific targets.

The following methods are simple, yet proven successful when
used:

1) Rigging method - Depending on the bait used, loop the bait
holder or the treble hook from a line to a preferred distance to
the end. Bait movement is not suggested; therefore, a weight
must be used to allow the rig to be still. A good distance shall
be about 18″ to 24.”

Same as the first method, using the Slipweight to make the bait
stable is also effective. The weight does not matter as long as
it can slide in the line. The fish will not feel any weight and
it will be late until they realize that the bait is fake.

Multibait technique allows multiple catches at once. Simply
place three-way swivel along the line. As it draws more strikes
it makes a great choice for catching more catfish at the same
time.

2) Bait - Experts opt for chicken livers or medium sized shrimp
from groceries. The shrimp’s tail and skin must be removed and
body should be big enough to slide up in a number 6 hook. This
is simpler than the chicken which necessitates the use of
pantyhose. A diameter of a quarter is wrapped in a piece of
pantyhose leaving a tag end then attach it through the treble
hook. Blood worms, minnows, catfish paste, night crawlers,
snails, living or dead small fish, and dough baits are also good
choices of baits. Remember that the best baits are always those
that nature produced.

3) Chumming - Fishermen catch more catfish with this method.
This is simply throwing balls of mixtures of natural recipes in
the fishing area. This attracts more catfish; the trick is that
the mixture should be right enough for the catfish to feed
heavily. The hook that will be used to fish normally must have
the same recipe for the bait. Adding a good smelling flavor into
the pasty mixture attracts catfish more.

4) Tackling - Although the technique involved in this method is
by far effective, it’s still the bait that attracts and brings
the catfish in. As simple as it is, the tackle should be about 6
feet long with a spinning real. Choose heavier lines to allow
more battle between the fisherman and the catfish. It doesn’t
necessarily have to be expensive. The experience you get from a
cheaper tackle is no different from an expensive one.

Make sure the grip is secure hooks are removed by pliers after
catching the fish. Avoid being stuck with the fins as some are
poisonous. Just simply sliding the hand up to its belly from
tail, placing the fingers behind one side and thumb behind the
other can remove the catfish from the hook without any harm.
Happy catfishing and good luck!

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Jay is the web owner of http://www.fishing-in.net Fishing Tackle, a website
that provides information and resources about fishing, tackle,
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Bass fishing has a fascinating history. It started in the late
18th century and continues to progress until today.

It probably was originally practiced in search for food among
the people in the south of the United States. Since then, it has
started gaining numerous audiences of all ages and nations.
Today, countries such as Australia, Cuba, South Africa, United
States and most of Europe participate in this kind of event.

Timelines

* The year 1768 or 1770 represents the birth of bass fishing
sports. Onesimus Ustonson introduced his first multiplying reels
to the fishing gurus and lovers. It was later developed into
bait caster.

* William Shakespeare Jr. materializes the production of a level
wind device and secured its patent on 1897.

* The William J. Jamison Co introduced the overly ornamented
Shannon Twin Spinner in 1915 and was improved to create today’s
spinner baits.

* In 1932, President Franklin D. Roosevelt instituted the
creation of Tennessee Valley Authority and encouraged the
creation and building of numerous dams. These dams were later
used for culturing different varieties of bass fishes.

* Five years later, DuPont Company filed patent for nylon
fishing net, this was later developed into nylon monofilament
fishing line.

* The year 1992 is one of the most glorious events in the
history of bass fishing. Larry Nixon, the famous fisherman in
the history of bass fishing won $1 M total earnings for this
sport on this year.

Bass Fish

Several fish species that are being caught in the bass fishing
events are the following:

* Micropterus salmoides (Lacepede) - Largemouth Bass *
Micropterus dolomieui - Smallmouth bass * Micropterus punctatus
- Kentucky Bass

Other species of Micropterus are also caught but one that
remains popular is the Largemouth bass. However, it should be
emphasized that Australian Bass are different from the above
North American Bass variants although most share similar
features.

Perhaps, the most robust success of Bass Fishing was in the
1950s. The popularity of the game during this period is the
springboard to the development of modern fishing equipments from
bass boats, rods, lines, lures and various fishing gears.

Electronic gears were also incorporated among the host of
equipments bass fishers used at that time. Reels of different
types, which function in hauling and hoisting, were also
created.

The contribution of bass fishing industry to the US economy
records $50 to $70 Billion and the number continues to grow.
Statistics show that the audience base of this sport is
increasing and that more and more people are getting interested
in it compared to tennis and golf.

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Frustrating as it is, carp fishing is awesome. Carp are really
good at sucking in and blowing out suspicious baits. It’s such
an excitement to see the whole action in a fraction of a second
as you hang on for dear life while the reel is trembling with a
loud noise.

Carp happily devour on the surface as long as you keep the
pellets, biscuits, chic peas, bread, and re-hydrated corn coming
in, and these are inexpensive baits as well. Just attach them to
the hooks, most preferably the bread. Have the biscuits softened
by dipping it in the water for about 2 minutes, then, place them
in a sealed sandwich bag for about an hour. Since different
brands have different textures, just experiment to know which is
firm enough to cast. Another way to hook baits is super gluing
the pellet into the shank.

Once they get into feeding, let them feel comfortable around the
bait. This gives more opportunity for the fisherman since they
begin to not feel picky. This tactic can be useful for zig rigs.

As soon as they’re feeding, cast the bait but make sure not to
drop the bait directly onto the feeding carp. Cast away from the
feeding area then slowly draw it in position. While the bait is
till hanging, keep the food coming in so as to keep the carp
from going away.

How to Set-Up?

* Use a hair rig to increase your chance of catching. As carp
taste food first, if they don’t like the taste, they won’t come
near it. * You may also use a Spider Line, 50 lbs test, then use
a leader material that fits the situation. * Thread the bait on
the baiting needle and hook the hair loop. You may also use foam
dipped in a flavor as this enhances the attractiveness of the
bait. * Also make a baiting needle by just straightening a long
shank hook. Slide the bait on the shank, then slide the bait
from the needle onto the hair. * Using a float is also an
advantage because it adds weight for further distancing and the
location is easily identified. * Don’t forget the controller
float rig. A leader can be used which is attached to the swivel
to its mainline of at least 3 feet length with a 10lbs Drennan
double strength. A low diameter mono will do just as long as it
floats well enough for visibility.

As experts say, it is not the bait that catches the carp but the
method in which the bait is introduced. Pre-bait everyday, in
one spot for a few days. This makes the carp think that there is
a regular source of food for them and by “word of mouth”
there’ll soon be a school of fish around. Just be patient and it
will all work.

About the author:

Jay is the web owner of http://www.fishing-in.net Fishing Tackle, a website
that provides information and resources about fishing, tackle,
lures, and fishing trips. You can visit his website at:
http://www.fishing-in.net Colorado Fishing

There are two questions that should be considered when choosing
the right boat: “What will be the fishing for?” and “where will
the fishing activities be?” Always look for the signs of quality
check the carpet and the compartments - they could be plastic,
metal or fiberglass. Look at the little but very important
things like the 1000 GPH bilge pump, the six gauge wiring
instead of ten or eight that is because heavier wires gives more
power from the battery up to the trolling motor.

There is Five Star Advantage that ranger dealers often speak to
their customers: Quality, Safety, Innovation, Performance, and
Value. Below is a list of “must have” things when buying your
first boat.

Tow Vehicle - This is one of the most important piece of your
equipment, ensured that has the rating to get the job done like
loading up to 3500 lbs. of weight that could easily pull the
boat up the hills and mountainous treks.

Bass Boats - For first timers, consider a second hand boat. This
will be a trial and error stage where fishing skills can be
tested. Consider a larger boat, which is about 19 feet with 20
to 30 miles speed for larger bodies of water.

Aluminum - In smaller lakes, a 16-18 foot aluminum boat is a
good choice. It is cheaper than fiberglass and more forgiving of
bangs, running up into shallows and hitting stumps and rocks.
The only downside is that it rides rougher even with the
slightest winds.

Fiberglass - This two-stroke engine is much more expensive which
could cost from $20,000 to as much as $50,000. The good thing
with this boat is that it could handle bigger, rougher water and
still give you a smooth ride.

Brand new versus Second Hand - Buying a second hand boat is not
only cheaper but holds their value longer and better. The
downside is that you’ll probably inherit someone else’s
troubles. During casual inspection, outboard engines problems
are not easily identified. The best thing to do is bring someone
you trust with you to inspect a prospective boat or buy from
someone you know instead.

Handling the Boat - Listen to the pitch change when trimming
down. Although it will be very difficult for beginners like
trying to launch and retrieve the boat backing it down the ramp.
Never worry, because everyone passed that stage and there’s no
boat owner that is not willing to help a first timer learn.
Sometimes all it takes is just 4 hours to learn the basics.

Buying a dreamboat is very exciting. It is not the boat that
really matters but the experiences that come with fishing.

About the author:

Jay is the web owner of http://www.fishing-in.net Fishing Tackle, a website
that provides information and resources about fishing, tackle,
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http://www.fishing-in.net Connecticut
Fishing

Today’s fishing rods have incorporated modern features that are
not typical of the more primitive cane pole. Modern fishing rods
contain reels, which aid in the retrieval of fish caught in its
bait.

A much-sophisticated feature is the spinning rod where the
entire shaft of the rod except the handle can move around on its
axis to allow flexibility when fish caught on snare bait
struggles through the water.

Like the classic cane fishing rods, the fishing gadget is thick
at the handle (bottom) and is tapered and thinner at the tip.
This very basic design allows handling stability and flexible
movement of the entire length of the shaft.

Types of Fishing Rods and Specifications

A typical fishing rod measures 6 and 16 feet (2 and 5 m) and
vary in capability to tolerate strain in fishing activity. The
length has a lot to do with withstanding force exerted by the
fish to the pole and determines for the most part the
performance of rods used for angling.

Cane Poles

Cane poles are one of the smallest and less sophisticated
gadgets in fishing. It is usually made of bamboo or other
flexible wood material with the most basic fly line attached to
it.

Unlike other more sophisticated fishing rods, cane poles do not
usually contain reels or its equivalent to be used for reeling
in or retrieving fish caught on bait. This very same action is
known as angling.

Spinning Rods

These types of rods are the most popular today. They can be used
either for heavyweight or lightweight fish although they were
proven best for trout, walleye and bass fish. They vary in
measurements from 5 and 7 feet (1.5 and 2.5 m).

Spinning poles are commonly used in bass fishing competition
accounting for their flexibility and tolerance to stress. They
accommodate bigger and tougher fly lines and stabilize them to
avoid line tangles during uncoiling of float lines.

Jigging Rods

These rods are best for heavy lures and baits especially when
reaching around 180 to 200 feet under the ocean’s surface. They
are made of fine, solid materials which accounts to their
heaviness. The use of jigging rods is specifically due to
alternating currents during the fishing activity.

Some oceans have erratic undersea current. That is why the bait
and fly lines should be kept in place. Lures are also disturbed
and cause confusion among fish if the lines are not long and
heavy enough to withstand and tolerate water currents under the
sea.

These rods are best for target fishes usually found dwelling at
the bottom of the sea such as halibut and cods.

About the author:

Jay is the web owner of http://www.fishing-in.net Fishing Tackle, a website
that provides information and resources about fishing, tackle,
lures, and fishing trips. You can visit his website at:
http://www.fishing-in.net Arizona Fishing
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