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    Fishing Rodeo to offer day of fun this Saturday  May 8, 2008
    Registration for the fishing contest begins at 7 a.m. Saturday and participants should bring their own fishing equipment, such as poles and bait. Volunteers and MDW officials will be by the stream to help participants. (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)

    By the numbers: $45 billion  May 4, 2008
    Amount spent per year by America's 40 million anglers on fishing equipment, transportation, lodging and other expenses, according to a new report by the American Sportfishing Association. Dollars spent on tackle increased 16 percent from 2001 to 2006. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Central Illinois campers fired up about state fee hikes  May 3, 2008
    frogger wrote on May 2, 2008 8:59 PM:" There are two problems here. Out of state users of Illinois facilities should pay more than Illinois residents. Surrounding states charge more for out of state users.Second, theres a problem in Chicago, I mean in Springfield. One can only hope that will be remedied the next State election. Obviously, the constitutes are not being properly represented here.For years Ive had two sets of vanity plates for which I pay a higher fee, the additional fee... (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    Board fishing event still a go  May 2, 2008
    First place in all three categories is $500, with fishing equipment going for second and third places. The entry fee is $35. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)

    Free fishing event planned for Empire Lakes (5)  Apr 23, 2008
    The World Link: Free fishing event planned for Empire Lakes. Free fishing event planned for Empire Lakes. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    Tigers accuse Sri Lanka of killing priest, bombing civilians  Apr 23, 2008
    "More than 20 boats and other fishing equipment belonging to the fishermen of the area were also destroyed.". The air strike came as ground battles raged along front lines in Wanni where the military reported 14 Tigers killed on Saturday, a day after 30 rebels and one government soldier were killed in the same region. (TamilStar.com)

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    Items consisted of fishing equipment taken from boats along with other fishing supplies. If you have been a victim of one of these crimes please contact the Sulphur Police Department Detectives to claim your property. (Sulphur Southwest Daily News, LA)

    Cody selected for outdoor products event  Apr 17, 2008
    Fishing equipment companies will have demonstrations in streams and rivers near Yellowstone Park. Buffalo Bill was the original outdoorsman, so this is a perfect place for exhibitors who manufacture Wyoming products to bring their wares, Park County Travel Council director Claudia Wade said. (Cody Enterprise, WY)

    Vermont Trout Season Opens  Apr 14, 2008
    Fish and Wildlife gets most of its money from hunting and fishing license sales, and federal excise taxes on hunting and fishing equipment -- plus, two million dollars from the state's general fund. Fish and Wildlife Commissioner Wayne LaRoche actually turned down a proposal to add an increment from the state sales tax to his budget. (WCAX.com, VT)

    Hunters should be able to get buck of their dreams  Apr 12, 2008
    terry elston wrote on Apr 8, 2008 9:23 PM:" mr gunskill whitetail deer numbers are higher across the country now than in any other time in the last 100yrs this is a direct result of sportsmen aka deer hunters through the pitman robertson act and other state ran taxes on firearms fishing equipment ammo ect. hunting is legal ethical and necessary to a healthy deer herd thanks for allowing me to contribute terry ". Hunter wrote on Apr 8, 2008 7:00 PM:" I had the same thing happen to me, in the Nov.... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    Children's center hosts fun day for kids at park  Apr 9, 2008
    Those attending are encouraged to bring their own fishing equipment. Some rods, reels and tackle will be available for loan, and ODFW biologists and volunteers can help teach anglers how to catch those prize trout. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    Family friendly resort deals  Apr 5, 2008
    The basic package, from $395 per person (based on two) includes a two-night stay in a riverfront cabin, a full day of instruction and use of fishing equipment (if needed). Gunnison is about 235 miles from Denver International Airport. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Read more. .  Apr 3, 2008
    Anyone who uses North Dakota waters must remove vegetation from boats, motors, trailers, fishing equipment, personal watercraft, work equipment, skiis, tubes, fishing rods, lures, bait containers, etc. Along the same line, anyone coming to North Dakota from another state must not have any aquatic vegetation on their fishing, boating or work equipment. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)

    Chloe alerts sleeping family to garage blaze  Apr 2, 2008
    Koronka said he could not estimate the dollar damage to the three-car garage, which housed tractors, lawn mowers, fishing equipment and other personal property. None of the family s vehicles reportedly were parked inside the garage. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)

    Mom and Pop Whitman focus on tracking the albatross  Apr 1, 2008
    It's not just because of the efficiency of modern fishing methods, but also because of fishing equipment such as: hooks, nets, and trawl wires. Trawlers, with giant sock-shaped nets towed at depths of a quarter mile and capture 40 tons of fish in a single haul, cause the greatest number of deaths. (Weymouth News, MA)

    Fire from Charlton Twp. maple syrup operation destroys garage, damages home  Apr 1, 2008
    Koronka said the owners vehicle were not inside the garage, but it contained tractors, lawn mowers, fishing equipment and other personal belongings. - Advertisement. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)

    Nautilus appoints new CEO  Mar 31, 2008
    Last month, the company announced a deal to sell its Pearl iZumi apparel and footwear segment to Shimano American Corp., a division of cycling and fishing equipment provider Shimano Inc., for $65. 3 million in cash and the assumption of $4. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)

    Thieves hit Sumner businesses  Mar 30, 2008
    Mary Burgart, owner of Burgart Sport Shop, said someone broke into their business and stole fishing equipment, fishing lures, potato chips and lighters, among other things. She was still trying to establish what all had been stolen late Saturday afternoon. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    St. Johns waterfront attracting burglars  Mar 22, 2008
    According to reports filed by St. Johns deputies, burglars are finding easy pickings among the boats, fishing equipment and water sports gear stored in the boathouses and docks far from shore. Propellers, engine parts, GPS units and a trolling motor are among the items taken from boats. (Florida Times-Union)

    COLUMN: Renowned angler and guide retires, backs sales event  Mar 21, 2008
    As Walter closes this chapter, some of us may be able to gain some of his expertly-used fishing equipment ... If you have old fishing equipment, bring it for appraisal. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    Transported to a time when any boat was a yacht  Mar 21, 2008
    So Homer and I had a chance to stay on the cutting edge of fly rod technology and fishing equipment gadgetry without having to part with our life savings ... It has been a long time since Homer and I were in the front of the line for the latest fishing equipment. (Missoulian, MT)

    Fishing contest around the corner: Competition has 50-year history in Rhinebeck  Mar 20, 2008
    Thursday 20 March, 2008. This year in Rhinebeck is a bit more special in terms of fishing, however, as 2008 marks the 50th anniversary of the Rhinebeck Kids Fishing Contest. (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)

    Clean your closets, and help others, by donating used sports equipment  Mar 18, 2008
    Snowshoes, skis, canoes, paddles, kayaks, tennis rackets, lifejackets, helmets, baseball gloves, bats, basketballs, footballs, fishing equipment, tips, water skiing paraphernalia, whats in your basement or garage. It is nearly spring and the YMCA of the Northwoods is hosting the 2nd Annual Sport Swap on Saturday, April 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizer Shannon Eckley said, People can drop off their kindly used or new items at the YMCA on Friday, April 18 between 3 and 7 p.m.. (Forest Republican, WI)

    Salmon collapse in California could lead to Pacific fishing ban  Mar 16, 2008
    "We have a huge, huge delta problem," said Dick Pool, president of Pro-Troll, a fishing equipment company based in Concord. "It's destroying our fish. And if we don't fix it, we're going to continue to lose all these resources."---Associated Press Writer Jeff Barnard in Grants Pass, Ore. (Fresno Bee -- Business)

    Lake Winnipesaukee bobhouses robbed  Mar 9, 2008
    One fisherman says tracks in the snow indicate thieves may have used a four-wheeler with a sled attached to remove the goods, which included high-priced fishing equipment and electronics. Police say at one hut, thieves unscrewed a door at the hinges then took the time to screw it back together. (Concord Monitor)

    KDWP infused by feds' funds  Mar 6, 2008
    The actual money comes from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife excise taxes on hunting and fishing equipment including the purchase of firearms, ammunition, archery equipment, angling equipment and boat motor fuels. The money is doled out the states according to the number of hunting and fishing licenses they sell and is based on the numbers from the previous year. (Pratt Tribune, KS)

    Hellgate Hunters and Anglers meet, eat, discuss today  Mar 1, 2008
    Montana's hunting and fishing opportunities are funded through license fees and federal excise taxes on firearms and fishing equipment, which helps the FWP to manage scores of fish and game species. The Hellgate Hunters and Anglers' meeting is open to the public. (Missoulian, MT)

    DWOW consolidates downtown markets  Feb 29, 2008
    One trunk show will feature boating equipment and fishing equipment. Another trunk show will feature football, baseball, soccer and other sports items for youth sports. (Washington Daily News, NC)

    Shark Superhighways And Hotspots May Offer Insight Into Saving Sharks  Feb 24, 2008
    Despite being out of sight, these sharks (and their cousins, the rays and skates) are not out of reach of modern fishing equipment. Bottom trawling in particular is threatening to severely deplete these populations. (Science Daily)

    RV Show Rolls Onto Long Island  Feb 21, 2008
    LI Bassmasters Looking For Fishermen If you want to fish but do not have a boat, fishing equipment, or experience, Long Island Bassmasters may be just the organization that can get you started, and they are looking for people just like you. An affiliate of the Bass Anglers Sportman Society, LIB was founded in 1970 and is one of the longest running BASS clubs in history. (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)

    Nautilus to sell Pearl iZumi  Feb 20, 2008
    Fitness product company is selling its Colorado-based Pearl iZumi apparel and footwear segment to , a division of cycling and fishing equipment provider Shimano Inc.. Irvine, Calif. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)

    Assault with shotgun tops Waldo County Grand Jury indictments  Feb 15, 2008
    The theft charges all deal with ice fishing equipment, and the two criminal mischief charges allege Bohan damaged or destroyed ice fishing camps. Ryan Matthew Boivin, 35, of Unity, charged with burglary, theft by unauthorized taking (jewelry) and stealing drugs (17 different drugs), all in Unity on Dec. 21, 2007. (Courier Publications, ME)

    Indigenous ingenuity  Feb 11, 2008
    Where previous museum shows have focused on the artistic vision, craftsmanship and beauty of design found in Alaska Native handwork, "Yuungnaqpiallerput (The Way We Genuinely Live)" stresses the technological ingenuity behind the parkas, footwear, fishing equipment, cooking gear and so forth. While many of the objects are elegant to behold, their functionality may not be evident to the casual viewer. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Conspiracy Rumors Fly About Mideast Internet Outages  Feb 7, 2008
    Paolo Rosa, a spokesman for the International Telecommunications Union, said that submarine cables were prone to being affected by earthquakes, fishing equipment and anchors, but that in high-risk areas, particularly near coastlines, they are often deliberately split in two so that traffic can be rerouted in the event of damage. A spokesman for the U.K. Cable Protection Committee, which negotiates with the fishing industry on behalf of British telecommunication companies, said that cables were... (Fox News)

    Sportshow this weekend  Jan 31, 2008
    The Arkansas Sportshow features over 75,000 square feet of the latest sporting products designed to captivate hunting, fishing and boating enthusiasts of all ages - boats and motors, ATV's fishing equipment, hunting gear, special seminars, attractions, outdoor sporting goods and water sports gear. Highlights include. (Truman Democrat, AR)

    Is NY Saltwater License On Horizon?  Jan 31, 2008
    These programs also have been supported by money from the general fund of the state budget and federal funds from programs such as Dingle-Johnson and Wallop-Breaux that allow for money from excise taxes on hunting and fishing equipment to be allocated to the states based upon the number of licensed sportsmen. Although not without its dissenters, and a need for watchdog organizations like the NY Conservation Fund Advisory Board to oversee the conservation fund spending, overall it would be safe... (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)

    Huckabee's political career built on overcoming high odds  Jan 24, 2008
    When the state changed its law to make reporting more specific, it turned out that the "fishing equipment" lent to him was a bass boat worth more than $20,000. Huckabee said that the gifts were the result of friendships made outside public service and that the numbers seemed so large only because he was meticulous in reporting things such as once-a-week pastries donated to his office. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)

    Police Reports, Jan. 23  Jan 24, 2008
    Theft from a vessel Date and time: between Jan. 17 at 4 p.m. and Jan. 18 at noon Location: 1370 Caxambas Court Paul Christensen reported that someone stole an outboard motor and miscellaneous fishing equipment from his vessel while it was docked behind his residence. Total estimated value of stolen property is approximately $1360. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)

    Vendors become victims of changing times in Jakarta  Jan 18, 2008
    Many of the vendors sell mobile phones, with others selling clothes, clocks, ashtrays and fishing equipment. However, customers stopped visiting the stalls regularly when the area was reorganized, Kardin said. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)

    Family (ice) fishing day is set for Saturday  Jan 17, 2008
    Limited ice fishing equipment will be available to borrow from the DNR. Personnel will be on hand to assist young anglers and to answer questions. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a licensed (fishing license plus trout stamp) adult. (Waterloo Courier, IO)

    Afield with the Fat Boy: Herring in trouble  Jan 16, 2008
    Probably the biggest problem is the large commercial vessels in the ocean with new and more accurate fishing equipment harvesting more herring in five trips than all the herring that were harvested in the Hudson in the entire season last year. The commission wants suggestions to save the herring stock. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)

    Clemens: Steroids, HGH injections 'never happened'  Jan 7, 2008
    " Clemens said McNamee asked him a few days before the Mitchell Report was released if he could do him a favor and use some fishing equipment. However, McNamee didn't tell the pitcher what he had told Mitchell. "Doesn't say a word that you know, 'I'm fixing to bury you with all these accusations and what do we have to do about it," Clemens said. "Didn't say a word about it. That's what p - me off. (USA Today -- Sports)

    Clemens denies having used HGH  Jan 7, 2008
    " Clemens said. Shortly before Mitchell's findings were released Dec. 13, Clemens said McNamee e-mailed him asking where Clemens bought fishing equipment in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, but never brought up the upcoming report. McNamee told Mitchell he injected Pettitte with HGH in 2002. Pettitte issued a statement saying he took two HGH injections while rehabbing his elbow. "I had no knowledge of what Andy was doing," Clemens said. Asked why McNamee would tell the truth about Pettitte and lie about... (Athens Banner-Herald)

    '60 Minutes' transcript of Clemens interview  Jan 7, 2008
    Clemens, holding up folded papers: He e-mails me and asks me where all the good fishing equipment is down in Cabo that I bought so he can go fishing. Thank you very much, I said have a good time, go fishing. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)

    'I'm not quitting until he's home'  Jan 5, 2008
    Wright's father-in-law took fishing equipment back to the truck, including Wright's bag, and went to the restroom. Meanwhile, Wright stayed in the boat, telling him he'd take the craft for a spin near the dock while he waited. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Untangling the Myths, Explaining the Facts: International Fund for Animal Welfare, Atlantic Offshore Lobsterman's Association to Host Whale Friendlier Lobster Gear Summit  Jan 3, 2008
    "The science shows we can reduce this threat, we have the ability and materials, and the law now requires taking these steps by October." Already one of the most endangered animals in the world, lobster gear entanglement is currently the second leading cause of North Atlantic Right Whale deaths as gear, lines and other fishing equipment clutter the ocean and latch onto whales swimming in its path, wrapping around their mouths, flippers and tails while causing severe damage. To reduce the... (PR Newswire)

    Insights into anglers and hunters  Dec 16, 2007
    Fishing Equipment is Not a Big Holiday Gift Giving Item (January, 2007): Anglers were asked if they give or receive fishing equipment and tackle over the holiday season. According to a January 2006 poll by , 40 percent of anglers did not receive or purchase fishing equipment as a gift ... Only 22 percent said they did receive fishing equipment as a gift and 22 percent said they did give and receive equipment as a gift over the season. (Somerset Daily American, PA)

    Asian-Canadian anglers subject to racism: findings  Dec 15, 2007
    ranging from verbal assaults using racial slurs, to destruction of fishing equipment, to stone-throwing," says the report by the Ontario Human Rights Commission. The commission launched an inquiry last November following numerous reports of assaults against Asian-Canadian anglers in small towns across the province. Since then the commission has received more than 30 accounts from across south and central Ontario -- including Aurora, Richmond Hill, Ottawa and Lake Huron. The majority of... (CTV.ca)

    Report says racism behind attacks on Asian fishermen  Dec 15, 2007
    The commissioner says the interviews reveal experiences of racial harassment, ranging from verbal and physical assaults, to destruction of fishing equipment, to stone-throwing. The report says the incidents have had profound impacts on the people involved, their friends and families, and the Asian Canadian community as a whole. (Globe and Mail -- National)

    Preliminary findings released in Inquiry into Assaults against Asian Canadian Anglers  Dec 14, 2007
    Accounts reveal experiences of racial harassment, ranging from verbal assaults using racial slurs, to destruction of fishing equipment, to stone-throwing. Racialized anglers have felt their physical and psychological safety and integrity threatened, and in some of the cases under police investigation, they have been subjected to physical violence. (Canada Newswire)

    Crime Report  Dec 11, 2007
    Upon returning home he found that someone had pried open a door and stolen two motorcycles, a lawn mower and fishing equipment. Man charged with 6 felonies. (Lumberton The Robesonian, NC)

    Ice fishing catching on at Bass Pro Shops  Dec 9, 2007
    For each fish a person caught, his or her name was entered into a raffle that included fishing equipment and gear, the most lucrative being an ice fishing shanty (covering) that Buffa said was worth about 300. Two anglers present Saturday were Zach, 14, and Max Schoonmaker, 10, of Clyde. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    For the second time, a verdict outshines Eben's media moment  Dec 8, 2007
    Absent was Jim Boswell, 39, a self-employed fishing equipment designer, and Fresno's deputy mayor, Jeff Eben. Boswell said he did not receive an invitation to the debate. (Fresno Bee -- Local)

    Police reports, November 29, 2007  Nov 30, 2007
    Theft from a vessel Date and time: Nov. 2 at approximately 5 p.m. Location: rear waterway of the Winn Dixie supermarket Victim Adrianus Groenendijk reported that someone stole fishing equipment from his boat while docked at the rear of Winn Dixie. Total estimated value of property stolen is approximately $700. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)

    Business owner sixth candidate for mayor  Nov 28, 2007
    A self-employed fishing equipment designer wants to reel in the job as Fresno mayor. Jim Boswell, 39, is the sixth candidate to announce he will run in next June's primary election. (Fresno Bee -- Local)

    Culture: Are We The Only Ones With A Culture?  Nov 26, 2007
    Are we not the same ones that allow those with modern fishing equipment to fish in our waters everyday for a paltry fee. Why don. (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    Fish in production after Cleghorn renovation  Nov 16, 2007
    " Disease prevention is becoming more and more of a nationwide concern and newer lethal diseases are encroaching upon South Dakota waters. "One is VHS, which has affected fish populations in the Great Lakes," Sayler said. Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia was diagnosed first in the Great Lakes as the cause of large fish kills in lakes Huron, St. Clair, Erie, Ontario and the St. Lawrence River in 2005 and 2006, according the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Thousands of muskies, walleye,... (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)

    New store maintains touch with community  Nov 13, 2007
    At Rocksprings Outfitters in Ringgold, not far from Sutherlin, customers can buy overalls, jackets, jeans, boots, hunting supplies and, early in 2008, fishing equipment. The same customers can also have a seat and tell about a hunting adventure or talk about what's happening in the community. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)

    Take action now, avoid theft later  Nov 9, 2007
    Burglars are primarily looking for easy things to grab such as fishing equipment, electronics and anything else of value. For the next six months until the crowds return, thousands of boats stored for the winter are at risk. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)

    • Cabela's In Hunt For Customers  Nov 9, 2007
    EAST HARTFORD Cabela's, the national retailer of guns, fishing equipment and other outdoor equipment, begins its 10-day grand opening today with merchandise giveaways and other enticements for shoppers. As part of the event that runs through Nov. 18, Cabela's plans to have surprise celebrity guests and experts who will speak about hunting and fishing. (FOX61, CT)

    Survey reports more hunters, fishermen in state  Nov 8, 2007
    "We're seeing the same downward trend in hunting and fishing participation, generally associated with a shift from rural to more urban living. That's troubling for everyone, because of the huge amount of revenue for wildlife management and land acquisition generated through excise taxes on hunting and fishing equipment. Similar taxes are not levied on other recreational equipment, so [wildlife watchers] who don't hunt or fish are enjoying resources largely funded by hunters and anglers, whose... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Farm and Home Supply in Keokuk expands  Nov 8, 2007
    We have more pet care items, more hunting and fishing equipment and accessories to reflect customers' changing tastes. It's all been very positive. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    British Airways: No to Surfers  Nov 7, 2007
    As long as the equipment complies with size and weight allowances, Virgin Atlantic travelers can check their diving equipment, golf equipment, fishing equipment, hang gliders, skis, surfboards, windsurfing boards, booms and sails, bicycles, paragliders, canoes and kayaks all free of charge. One roundhouse cutback deserves another. (Time.com)

    Jury finds Yang guilty of armed robber  Nov 6, 2007
    Several small items associated with ice fishing were found in the car, but if other ice fishing equipment were present, it was lost forever when the car was disposed of, Fairchild said. Impound fees on the car eventually totaled 2,500, and the car was forfeited because the fees were more than the car s value, he said. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Cabela's expected to deliver tax windfall to Lacey  Nov 4, 2007
    Founded in 1961, publicly traded Cabela's is best known for hunting and fishing equipment, but it also carries gear for boating and wildlife watching, as well as outdoor clothing, gifts and furnishings. This article is for Paid Print Subscribers ONLY.. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)

    White River Fish House restaurant opens  Nov 3, 2007
    Diners will be surrounded by what helped make the river a staple part of the Ozarks: antique motors, fishing equipment, paddles, boats and trophy mouths of local fish species. In addition to the large dining room and bar area, there are two private dining rooms for more intimate gatherings. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)

    Church calendar  Nov 2, 2007
    There will also be a raffle for a queen-size quilt, a night at a bed and breakfast, a night at Sleep Inn, fishing equipment and a golf package, a Christmas bazaar room and a country store. Tickets are available at the door. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)

    Weak salmon season done, fishermen look for government help  Nov 1, 2007
    Anderson said that includes fishing guides on the Klamath, recreational vehicle parks where fishermen stayed, and suppliers of fishing equipment. Though it's early to predict next year's prospects, Anderson offered one clue. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)

    Attention fishing enthusiasts: center looking for vintage tackle  Nov 1, 2007
    The site invites anyone interested in the art of fishing on Toledo Bend Lake or possessing antique fishing equipment to please contact us at 1-888-398-4770. Donations or any assistance in helping to further develop the site s programs are greatly appreciated, and will allow site staff to continue offering a quality experience to all visitors. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)

    Rats meet barriers and a dose of one biologist's birdshot  Oct 30, 2007
    Rats can spread disease and damage everything from wiring to fishing equipment, but scientists in Alaska are most concerned about the threat they pose to millions of nesting seabirds that have no natural defenses against the clever and voracious rodents ... Rats scurry along the docks in the rainy towns of Southeast Alaska and gnaw fishing equipment in the king crab capital of Dutch Harbor. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Local police reports, Oct. 25, 2007  Oct 26, 2007
    Rodger Parcelles reported that someone entered his vessel while docked at the Marco River Marina and stole fishing equipment valued at approximately $620. Investigation continues. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)

    New name, new faces  Oct 25, 2007
    But for now, a room full of fishing equipment distinguishes Durango Bay from most convenience stores. The store sells the basics for anglers who wish to sink a line in Vallecito Reservoir. (Durango Herald)

    * Taiwan Quick Take  Oct 20, 2007
    The museum has compiled over 40,000 objects or materials related to local history, including maps of Taiwan from the 16th and 17th centuries, agricultural tools, fishing equipment and old photos and films made during the Japanese colonial period. The museum has more than 20,000 books and will display the Compendium of Materials on Taiwanese History, representing years of material collection and publication efforts, at its inauguration ceremony today. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)

    Harbor seals may help determine effect on humans of eating toxic fish  Oct 20, 2007
    Seals may mistake the plastic for food or get caught in the fishing equipment. -- Don't pour household cleaners, pharmaceuticals or other chemicals down the drain. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Ride the river  Oct 13, 2007
    All that's required is a canoe or kayak, a sense of adventure, a cooler full of snacks and beverages and fishing equipment for those inclined to cast a line. These days, the fishermen who frequent the river are telling some tall tales of better than average crappie catches. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)

    Learning from the mistakes of others  Oct 13, 2007
    I work full time as a professional outdoor writer and product specialist for one of the world's largest retailers of hunting, camping and fishing equipment. As part of an annual work-sharing program, each year I work at least three full days in one of the company's retail stores. (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)

    Nextel Cup driver Newman has a passion for fishing  Oct 11, 2007
    "Newman also has caught peacock bass near Homestead-Miami Speedway, and a variety of fish near Watkins Glen, Michigan and Pocono.Even on the way to or from those locations, there have been a few detours so that Newman could go fishing.The rods are rigged and ready to go. Always.Newman laughs about the time he was racing at Watkins Glen and he went to dinner with friends at a restaurant along a beautiful lake."We found that it was going to be a wait for our table, so I went and got my fishing... (Columbus Telegram, NE)

    More of this story  Oct 11, 2007
    Tony Albert at Rex Sporting Goods sold Childre fishing equipment for many years. (More about the Childre business further down in this column). (Atmore Advance, AL)

    Old fishing gear donated to Yankton museum  Oct 2, 2007
    He based the decision on his experiences with vintage fishing equipment displays and sales in other areas. He believed the collection was an asset to the museum. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Retired firefighter recovers from surgery after accident  Sep 27, 2007
    Fowler owns The Dive Shack in Palatka and offers scuba diving classes, equipment repair, air refills and spear fishing equipment and supplies. He retired from the Palatka Fire Department three years ago. (The St. Augustine Record)

    Joseph S. Curtin: Promoting the welfare of others  Sep 26, 2007
    "We have also made fishing equipment available to 100 families in western Timor, plus 1,500 goats to poor villagers," Curtin said. Oxfam has also restored water and sanitation systems in 20 villages in Kupang and Belu regencies, and trained 170 rural health workers. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)

    Phone tip led to arrests  Sep 20, 2007
    The two men were arrested after allegedly admitting to stealing stereos, marine radios, fishing equipment and other items off boats docked at the Falls Condominiums marina at the 2-mile marker. The men were taken into custody after being stopped in Osage Beach near Culver's restaurant and Route KK. The officers who made the traffic stop found items in the car that led to the connection of the suspects to the thefts. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)

    Munson to miss 2nd game in 41 years  Sep 20, 2007
    He would take a portable radio, load his fishing equipment onto a boat and listen to the Bulldogs while indulging the second-biggest obsession of his sporting life. Thanks to a 7:45 p.m. kickoff on ESPN, that plan has been shelved. (DawgPost.com)

    Cabela's might not build if voters reject land transfer  Sep 16, 2007
    For Cabelas wrote on Sep 15, 2007 11:25 PM:" Don't let the wind bags of the No Free Lunch people keep Rapid in the dark. John, Shawn, and Don have done nothing but spew numbers out that can't be confirmed. Don likes to say that the 4 million that Cabelas could bring in is just projection. Well so is saying that they won't. All of John's numbers are a big "what if". Shawn, near as I can tell, dosen't have anything to add except insults to the people of Raoid City. Personally I don't care if the... (Rapid City Journal, SD)

    Relay for Life brings community together  Sep 14, 2007
    Just a few of these are: a four-hour party barge rental from Dam Site Marina, one-night stay at Abby House, guided fishing trip for two from the Little Red Fly Shop, Jeff Gordon rug from Cintas, two Adirondack chairs from Adirondack Wood Works, two month membership to Curves, skil saws from Robert Bosch Tools, cordless drill from Home Depot, 72-piece tool set, electric power washer, purses from Linda s Collectibles, hunting and fishing equipment, Glenda Turley print, numerous restaurant and... (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)

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