Still 'messing about in boats' Oct 7, 2008
They were used as fishing platforms, as cargo transports and as people carriers. But by the middle of the 19th century, there was a change along the river. (Pictorial Gazette, CT)
Good chemistry Oct 7, 2008
McBride now lives on the banks of the Columbia River in the Tri-Cities area where he and his family are able to enjoy the abundant salmon and steelhead fishing one of his passions and maintain strong community ties through his volunteer work with the Knights of Columbus ... For fun, we do salmon and steelhead fishing ... I grew up doing a lot of fishing for trout in Montana and big game hunting. (Montana Standard, MT)
Our readers speak Oct 7, 2008
In addition, Obama strongly supports incentives to farmers and ranchers who voluntarily open their land to hunting, fishing and other wildlife-related activities ... Obama understands the generational culture of hunting and fishing. (Montana Standard, MT)
Author to sign book in Butte Oct 7, 2008
"Trash Fish" is his satirical memoir about growing up on the water and being lured into the world of fishing. The 176-page paper back is the story of a boy who gives himself over to his obsession with fish as an escape from the trials of growing up. (Montana Standard, MT)
City tram work plans reconsidered Oct 7, 2008
Page last updated at 15:24 GMT, Monday, 6 October 2008 16:24 UK. Trams are due to be running in Edinburgh in 2011. (BBC News)
Fishers, runners gather in Titusville for 2 events Oct 7, 2008
Free rods and reels will be awarded to the first 150 participants completing the Spot Hunters Fishing Clinic. Also scheduled are a monster truck appearance, Yamaha saltwater fishing seminars, a boat show, car show and other activities ... The onsite registration deadline is 5 p.m. today with fees of $50 for the general division, $150 for the anniversary special -- which includes a commemorative fishing rod and T-shirt -- and free for children 15 years old and younger. (Florida Today)
* Business Briefs Oct 7, 2008
Soldiers and police tracked the suspects, aged from 32 to 67, for nearly five months before pouncing as they tried to set off on a fishing boat for China, the National Police Agency said in a statement. ECCT calls for more EU trade. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Laurianne May Kettle Oct 7, 2008
Laurie enjoyed the outdoors and going fishing. Bowling, playing cards and sewing were favorite pastimes. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Alaska senator discussed corruption investigation on tape Oct 7, 2008
Allen is the principal government witness against Stevens, but the tapes evoke a time when the men had a deep and abiding friendship, co-owning a Thoroughbred race horse and fishing for king salmon in the famed Kenai River in Alaska, among other mutual activities. When the subject turns to the federal corruption investigation, Stevens tells Allen that the men ought to be careful about what they say to one another and avoid even the appearance of being uncooperative with investigators. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Whole lotta pickin goin on Oct 7, 2008
The musicians are all family men, married with kids; they all like hunting and fishing. But the closeness also arises from the fact that, unlike many musical groups where members move in and out frequently, they ve been together for several years. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)
Waterloo firefigthers receive honors Oct 7, 2008
In his spare time, Moore enjoys annual summer fishing trips with his family to northern Minnesota, football games and biking. Contact Tina Hinz. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Plain sailing Oct 7, 2008
Blown by the wind, navigating by the stars, perhaps doing a little sustainable fishing on the way - what better way to arrive ethically and climatically clean. So the bright Catalonian morning saw perhaps 15 boats, maybe a few more, moored up in the dock before making the short hop to the conference centre itself, where they would "deliver their message". (BBC News -- Science)
Mammals facing extinction threat Oct 7, 2008
In the seas, bycatch - entanglement in fishing nets, which is usually although not always accidental - emerges as the biggest factor behind current declines, affecting a staggering 79% of marine mammals. The assessment - which is also published in the journal Science - warns that lack of data about marine mammals may be masking a bigger decline. (BBC News -- Science)
Nearly One In Four Of World’s Mammals At Risk Of Disappearing Forever Oct 7, 2008
The Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus), found in Southeast Asia, moved from Vulnerable to Endangered due to habitat loss in wetlands. Similarly, the Caspian Seal (Pusa caspica) moved from Vulnerable to Endangered. (Science Daily)
Proposed reserves appall local fishermen Oct 7, 2008
That s prime fishing ground for charter boats and rockfish fishermen ... Marine reserves, which would close ocean areas to fishing and other activity, have been controversial for several years ... One group in particular has raised fishing industry hackles up and down the coast. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Millionaires Trade in Hawaii for Mexico, Vacation Mansions for Timeshares Oct 7, 2008
Charlie Summerville, a pilot and Alaska wilderness guide, said demand from the wealthy for and fishing trips is stronger than ever. I really don't see the high-end people cutting back on their spending,'' said Summerville, 42, founder and owner of Alaska Adventures LLC in King Salmon, southwest of Anchorage. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Doris Irma Keller Oct 7, 2008
She and her husband enjoyed outdoor activities, including hunting and fishing and spending time with her children and later grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Years later, four of Doris siblings moved out west to the Sweet Home area as well. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Waterfowl hunting or fishing for cash? Oct 7, 2008
Missoulian: Waterfowl hunting or fishing for cash ... Waterfowl hunting or fishing for cash ... The lake trout fishing had been excellent until last weekend. (Missoulian, MT)
One-fourth of wild mammal species may face extinction Oct 7, 2008
Others are not far behind, such as the vaquita, a small porpoise that has been drowning in fishing nets in the northern part of the Gulf of California; the North Atlantic right whale; and various monkeys and other primates hunted by poachers in Africa ... Many are killed when they are struck by ships or become entangled in fishing gear and drown. (Los Angeles Times)
State argues for its right to use Limbaugh records Oct 7, 2008
Black has argued that prosecutors are on a fishing expedition against Limbaugh and deliberately circumvented state laws to seize his medical records in November with a search warrant. They should have used a more common procedure of subpoenas, where Limbaugh would have been notified ahead of time and given a chance to argue his case before a judge, Black has said. (Yahoo News -- Rush Limbaugh)
Report warns of lobster industry climate change impact Oct 7, 2008
A CSIRO report has shown the south-east South Australian rock lobster industry could be one of the commercial fishing areas affected most by climate change in Australia. The Federal Government's preliminary assessment of the effects of climate change on the aquaculture industry calls for the implementation of strategies to ensure the long-term survival of fisheries and aquaculture businesses. (ABC Online)
Genmar plans new line of cheaper aluminum boats Oct 7, 2008
I believe aluminum boats presently being offered both in today s market are, in many instances, overpriced compared to many of the fiberglass fishing boats, Jacobs wrote. Genmar s plans are to decrease the wholesale and retail prices for aluminum boats, both at the entry-level and higher-end segments of the market. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Stevens unplugged: a defiant, salty health nut Oct 7, 2008
All throughout the taped conversations between the two fishing and drinking buddies, Stevens proclaimed his innocence to his friend while pleading with the VECO founder to take better care of his health. "I don't think we've done anything wrong, Bill," Stevens said. (International Herald Tribune)
Temples where gods come to life Oct 7, 2008
The beach there is not of the golden-sand-and-swaying-palms kind you find in Goa or Kerala, but it is a pretty stretch to walk along and unwind from sightseeing (think fishing skiffs and seafood restaurants). It is the town's stone architecture, some of the oldest in India, that makes Mahabalipuram a good first stop on the temple crawl. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
One in five Australian mammal species at risk Oct 7, 2008
The cod is under threat from changes to its Riverina habitat, and from fishing. Numbers are being maintained by the release of fish spawned in hatcheries. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Shipwreck Explorers Discover 1780 British Warship in Lake Ontario Oct 7, 2008
any how I am excited to see the video and most of my diving work is done on my sailboat, fishing boats, and tugs, I would love to see a real ship intact, bt it will most likely never happen ... I used to operate a Phantom 4000 R.O.V., for small jobs and exploring wrecks of fishing boats ... in most of the wrecks I see on fishing boats and tugs, with bigger windows on the pilot house they get busted up pretty good in rough seas. (Yahoo News -- Anthropology and Archaeology)
Finding HMS Ontario's grave Oct 7, 2008
A family fishing weekend is a great way to get started. When Jay Body showed up for his first game of co-ed indoor beach volleyball, he knew little about the new girl on the team. (Yahoo News -- Anthropology and Archaeology)
NPPs Cup Of Lies Is Full -NDC Oct 7, 2008
All the Presidential Special Initiatives (PSI) have all virtually failed under the NPP The cotton, poultry, textile, timber, rice, local fishing industries have all virtually collapsed with huge negative consequences on unemployment and crime rate. The Metro Mass Transport is on its knees and on the brink of collapse owing GOIL over 30 billion cedis VRAs indebtedness has reached an astronomical 1. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Update 2: Mammals Everywhere Need Protection! Oct 7, 2008
Update 2: Mammals Everywhere Need Protection. Update 2: Mammals Everywhere Need Protection. (eFluxMedia)
Students decipher one of most obscure languages on Earth Oct 7, 2008
Nzadi is spoken by thousands of people in fishing villages along the Kasai River in Congo, a country with about 220 languages. The students in Hyman's class have two goals. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
FACTBOX - Habitat Loss, Hunting Put Mammals at Risk Oct 7, 2008
Threats have worsened for species such as the Tasmanian Devil, an Australian marsupial, the Caspian seal or the fishing cat, found in Asia. -- Main threats are loss of habitat and hunting by humans. (Planet Ark, United States)
One in Four Mammals Risks Extinction - Study Oct 7, 2008
Threats to species including the Tasmanian Devil, an Australian marsupial, the Caspian seal or the fishing cat, found in Asia, were among those to have worsened. At least 76 mammals have gone extinct since 1500. (Planet Ark, United States)
Soon, ads might pervade airliners Oct 7, 2008
The ads on the bins, for instance, show symbols of island activities including fishing tackle, a pair of flip-flops and snorkels. The ads, promoting travel to the Bahamas, will be featured on the carrier s fleet of 28 planes for two months before other advertisers assume the space. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Seabird population hit by oil spill Oct 7, 2008
The Prestige broke up and sank off Galicia on 13 November last year, devastating the local fishing industry and covering hundreds of beaches with oil. Darren Kindleysides, from RSPB Scotland, said governments should do more to protect seabirds. (Yahoo News -- Oil Spills)
Tropical paradise Oct 7, 2008
Gili Islands, Indonesia These three beloved islands, northwest of Lombok, have all the essentials: coral reefs, stunning beaches, pristine water, superb fishing and snorkeling opportunities, and friendly locals. According to lore, there's also a magic ring around the island that makes it impossible to leave. (iAfrica.com)
VIDEO: New Endangered Species List Oct 7, 2008
October 6, 2008 The African elephant, Cuban crocodile, and Asian fishing cat are among species elevated to more critical categories on the updated global Red List of Threatened Species. 2008 National Geographic (AP). (National Geographic)
How to Fight Your Dumb CIO Oct 7, 2008
Some years ago I watched a CIO/CFO relationship turn on fishing lures and trips: decisions that made no sense were wrapped in new fishing rods and reels. The approach worked because the CFO had a limited knowledge of technology and loved fishing in exotic places. (Datamation)
Friendly duck visits anglers Oct 7, 2008
It all began a few days ago when Gary Von Wald of La Crosse was fishing from his boat in the backwaters of the Mississippi River ... Von Wald said the duck squatted in the boat while he continued fishing for 15 or 20 minutes, despite giving the bird a gentle tap on the head with the tip of his fishing rod ... Enter Ben Otto and his fishing buddy, Bret Clark, last Sunday. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Future looks bleak for many species Oct 7, 2008
Habitat loss and hunting are by far the main threats for land mammals, the study says, although marine species are also being affected by chemical pollutants, climate change and mortality through ship collisions and entanglement in fishing nets. The drivers behind this are very clear. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Outdoors : An outdoor wilderness experience on the Turtle-Flambeau flowage Oct 7, 2008
Dad and two of my brothers, Tom and Mike, would camp on an island for the opener of Wisconsins inland fishing season and truly enjoy life for about five days ... Later in the day, I went musky fishing and truly was contemplating why I have such horrible results, as far actually catching musky. (Forest Republican, WI)
Beach clean up Oct 7, 2008
We rescued a black bird from a fishing line. According to Atkins many items washed up on the Indianola Beach by the LaSalle statue. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Indianola Slam Fishing tournament Saturday Oct 7, 2008
The second annual Indianola Slam Fishing Tournament will be held Saturday, Oct. 4 at Indianola Fishing Marina. For more information, call 920-3349, visit or email. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
VC Calhoun to celebrate first birthday Oct 7, 2008
Proceeds from the silent auction will be used to support local scholarships and items in the auction will include a sit-on-top kayak and guided kayak fishing trip, a Hunter s Delight package and a Calhoun Sandcrab Package. The party will be held in the auditorium at the Center and festivities will last from 5 to 7 p.m.. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Island Park crash Oct 7, 2008
When the accident occurred, Rash was returning from a day of fishing on Henry's Lake. His friend Ryan Jeppsen, 22, of Idaho Falls, was following Rash in another vehicle when the crash occurred and stopped to help his friend. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Donald Wayne Balmer Oct 7, 2008
Mr. Balmer was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed spending time hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by his brother, Lewis Balmer. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Cause of 'Treeman's' barklike growths... Oct 7, 2008
He had worked in construction and fishing but could not longer work. Health Library. (CNN -- Law)
A base for boaters Oct 7, 2008
Boats range from small aluminum fishing boats to 46-foot sport yachts. The storage facility handles about 500 boats each year, ranging from small 18 foot fishing boats to 57 foot luxury yachts ... Howlett says sales of Lund brand aluminum and fiberglass fishing boats, a line added in the past three or four years, were particularly good. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Albert Werning Oct 7, 2008
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working with guns but especially loved his antique tractors which he took pride in driving through nearby towns during celebrations. One of his greatest joys was family gatherings with his children, grandchildren and great-grand-children. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Wilmar Schimmel Oct 7, 2008
Wilmar enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening and loved to share the bounty with family and friends. Survivors include his sons: Kim and Julie Schimmel, Bristol, Michael Schimmel, Tennessee; daughters: Kathy and Steve Schmidt, Sisseton, S.D., Lorrie Rieman, Fargo, N.D.; stepdaughter Tahna and Swede Knudson, Sisseton; two grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; two sisters: Coleen and R.V. Grimes, Bristol, and Carolyn and Arden Becker, Marion, S.D.; many nieces, nephews and cousins. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Jake M. Hofer Oct 7, 2008
Jake and Anna enjoyed going on short fishing trips after they moved to town. On Dec. 2, 1994 he had quadruple bypass heart surgery. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Arden Schamber Oct 7, 2008
His favorite hobbies ranged from hunting, fishing and gardening to winemaking, woodworking and reading. However his greatest pride and joy were his children and grandchildren, whom he adored. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Jim Sutton's fishing report Oct 7, 2008
His weekly column appears on Sundays and his bi-weekly fishing report appears on Tuesdays and Thursdays. . (Florida Times-Union)
Oregon Recreation Report (27) Oct 7, 2008
The Oregon Recreation Report (fishing, hunting viewing), updated Tuesday, Sept. 30, by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife ... Your hunting and fishing dollars at work ... Weekend fishing opportunities. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Townsend welcomes new season with Fall Fest Oct 6, 2008
From coffee cups to Tt-shirts, Carter created a business from his love for fishing. Once you fish them, you turn into a freak, he said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Iceland tries economy shore-up Oct 6, 2008
Iceland's fishing industry has strongly opposed EU membership. Talks are being held in Iceland to persuade the country's trade unions to repatriate a sizeable portion of their foreign-invested pension funds. (BBC News)
EU to open 'job centre' in Africa Oct 6, 2008
Young men from countries like Ghana and Nigeria often pass through Mali on their way to the coast of Senegal or Mauritania, where they are crammed into rickety fishing boats. Just last week the Spanish coastguards rescued a group of 230 young Africans - the largest single boatload of illegal immigrants to reach Spain. (BBC News)
Who should we hire in these dangerous times? Oct 6, 2008
She loves God,family, enjoys hunting & fishing & isnt ambitious about making & spending the taxpayers money. Maybe John McCain was sent by God. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
About 33% of coral species threatened with extinction, study says Oct 6, 2008
One culprit is higher ocean temperatures brought on by global warming, scientists say, but destructive fishing practices and polluted runoff also are to blame ... Corals also face excessive and destructive fishing and polluted runoff that buries them under sediment or bathes them in nutrients that fuel out-of-control growth of algae and bacteria. (Yahoo News -- Climate Change)
Elva ‘Ike’ Potts Oct 6, 2008
She loved spending time on the lakes fishing and enjoyed a game of euchre with friends. Survivors include: daughter, Coramarie Korky and companion Joe Stanley, Cromwell; grandson, Lane (Michele) Morgan, Morristown, Tenn. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Plan to split halibut catch approved Oct 6, 2008
Find Wesley Loy's commercial fishing blog online at or call 257-4590. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Wissota Wonders: Paint Creek still has poetry, even after Meier Oct 6, 2008
As a fishing spot, I hit it more consistently two to three years ago before its production dropped for me ... Allow me to digress and dwell on that point a moment, with a tip of my fishing cap to the resident on the south side just past the no-wake buoy who put up a much-needed NO WAKE banner ... The fishing aside, I love Paint Creek because it is beautiful. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Shaurette: Be sure to be safe as hunting season gets underway Oct 6, 2008
Family time can be tough to come by during these busy times in our lives and being able to bring our kids to the experience of hunting and fishing or any type of outdoor adventure is a plus ... The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources offers safety classes pertaining to ATVs, boating, fishing, bow hunting, trapping, snowmobiling and of course, general hunter safety. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Smoking could trigger depression Oct 6, 2008
Welcome to Herald Sun. October 06, 2008 12:00am. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
A fisherman's Elegy Oct 6, 2008
Taking off from Juneau International Airport you can see many Juneau-area fishing spots if it is clear or the clouds are high enough ... Trophy catch: Jed Homer holds a king salmon he caught in Fritz Cove using ultra-light fishing tackle with 12-pound test line ... In the twilight of the season, a Juneau Empire photographer shares treasured memories from fishing in Southeast. (Juneau Empire)
Today is the last day to register to vote on Nov. 4 Oct 6, 2008
Applications also can be picked up at city halls, post offices, chambers of commerce, driver license bureaus, agencies that provide public assistance, offices that serve persons with disabilities and centers for independent living, locations where hunting, fishing or trapping licenses or permits are sold and many Volusia County Government offices, including the Supervisor of Elections office. Or they can be downloaded from the Department of Elections Web site. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
