COLUMN: Right crankbait meansmaxium productivity Jul 3, 2009
By DAVE SHADOW, Hunting and Fishing Columnist. We all know that crankbaits produce fish pretty much all year around and in all weather conditions ... So why do we not catch fish all of the time on crankbaits. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Fog City Diner: Buy the gear, not the food Jul 3, 2009
88) that tasted mostly of sugary plum sauce; or fish tacos ($9. 95) that smelled of iodine (thankfully, the sauce and cabbage gave them something to hide behind). (San Francisco Chronicle)
Crystal Lake nears the end of long road to recovery Jul 3, 2009
SUMMIT PHOTO BY KEVIN MASON DNR Fisheries Technician Kurt Meek stocks Crystal Lake with bass last Wednesday ... It used to be one of the great little fishing spots in North Iowa, and soon it will be back to that level, said Tom Haan, head of the Hancock County Board of Conservation ... The lake had seen a similar carp overtaking during the early 1980's, and the fish population was renovated to promote a healthier environment for aquatic life and more appealing sport fishing. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Man Recalls Life of Fishing Jul 3, 2009
His catch tied the state record of a big ol' fish that came out of the Oconee River ... Ward's still alive and still telling fish stories, but this guy has the gills to back up his claims ... Kelly Ward has collected a lot of fishing gear over the past eight decades or so. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
* Enthusiasts seek US protection for giant, spitting earthworm Jul 3, 2009
They filed a petition on Tuesday with the US Fish and Wildlife Service requesting the worm be protected as an endangered species ... Doug Zimmer of the US Fish and Wildlife Service in Seattle said they had not seen the petition and could not comment on its merits ... In previously rejecting endangered species protection, the Fish and Wildlife Service said there was too little information in the scientific record. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
* Vegetarians less likely to develop cancer: scientists Jul 3, 2009
The study looked at vegetarians, fish eaters and people who ate meat. Co-author Naomi Allen, from the Cancer Research UK epidemiology unit at Oxford University, said: Previous research has found that processed meat may increase the risk of stomach cancer, so our findings that vegetarians and fish eaters are at lower risk is plausible ... We need to know what aspect of a fish and vegetarian diet is protecting against cancer. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Bridge open just in time for rodeo Jul 3, 2009
A potentially big headache for saltwater fishermen fishing this weekends Iberia Rod lub Saltwater Fishing Rodeo was avoided when the new bridge over Bayou Warehouse was opened to traffic a week ago today to reconnect a popular route many Acadiana motorists prefer to get to Cypremort Point. That opening, which was noted in a special ceremony a week ago Friday, came just in time for the saltwater fishing rodeo with headquarters along Quintana Canal, located several hundred yards from the public... (New Iberia, LA)
Popular NW fisherman back in business with Yakima Bait Co. Jul 3, 2009
Buzz Ramsey may be one of the region's best-known fishing experts, but even he lost a job ... It is so bad, even Northwest fishing icon Buzz Ramsey has not only been out of work since January, but is using poor man s ramps, as he terms locations without fees, to launch his boat ... Just when everyone thought the region s fishing tackle industry and economy were getting boring (Joe s tanked, Sportsman s Warehouses were sold, Luhr Jensen & Sons closed and its Hood River factory closed), Ramsey is... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Keeping Fish in Home Aquariums: Two Is Not Company, As Far As Fish Are Concerned Jul 3, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 2, 2009) It might be assumed that aquarium fish don't mind who or what they encounter in their tanks from one minute to the next, if their famously (but incorrectly) short memory is to be believed. Scientists at the Universities of Plymouth and Exeter have carried out research to show this is not the case and are striving to improve conditions for keeping fish in home aquaria ... In line with the aim to establish welfare guidelines for fish, these researchers have been... (Science Daily)
Larry Joe Taylor in concert Friday Jul 3, 2009
The Austwell Volunteer Fire Department will host a July 4th Fish Fry fundraiser from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, July 4 at the Austwell City Park. Plates will be sold for $6 and consist of fish, beans, Cole slaw, and hushpuppies ... Port O Connor will host its annual fireworks display at dusk, Saturday, July 4, at King Fisher Beach. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Lucky to have Whitsett, Garrard in Legislature Jul 3, 2009
Dredge the lake in sections and solve water storage, clean water and the fish problems. Harvey Houston. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Players, fans don't care about steroids so ... welcome back, Manny! Jul 3, 2009
Who knows what might happen when those Padres' fans get all hopped up on microbrew and fish tacos. "You may have a few knuckleheads that throw some disparaging comments his way," said Dodgers pitcher Scott Linebrink, formerly a Padre. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Freedom Is Not Free Holding Surf Camp for Children of Wounded/Fallen Jul 3, 2009
Additional sponsors, Wahoo's Fish Tacos, Sector9 Skateboards, Bessell Surf, Sticky Bumps Wax and Mitch's Surf Shop will also participate. This year, FINF is honored to welcome 1977 world champion Shaun Tomson to the camp as a featured guest, along with Sports Illustrated(R) swimsuit model, Carolyn Murphy. (PR Newswire)
Unity College Bucks Trend of Employee Melt in Higher Education, Hires in Response to Popularity of Environmental Majors Jul 3, 2009
"Despite higher food costs, this past year 18% of our meat, fish and produce came from local sources, including our college garden, Betsy's in Albion, Green Earth in Unity, and Village Farm in Troy.". Unity College is on the Web at. (PR Newswire)
Is Tougher Airport Screening Going Too Far? Searches beyond checking for weapons... Jul 3, 2009
Whether as a matter of formal policy or widespread practice, TSA now operates on the belief that airport security screening provides a convenient opportunity to fish for evidence of criminal conduct far removed from the agency s mandate of ensuring flight safety, the ACLU said in its suit. Mission Creep. (The Drudge Report)
Scientists to breed 'super-tuna'... Jul 3, 2009
A team from Japan s Fisheries Research Agency, The University of Tokyo and Kyushu University is close to completing the genome sequence of the bluefin tuna to unravel the secrets of the chemical building blocks of the fish and expects to be able to start a breeding programme next year ... We have already completed two computer sequencing runs and have around 60 per cent of the tuna genome, said Dr. Kazumasa Ikuta, director of research at the Yokohama-based Fisheries Research Agency ... We want... (The Drudge Report)
Area landfill leaking into creek Jul 3, 2009
Lockhart wrote that investigators did not observe any dead fish or aquatic life. Environmental officials are also not aware of the leakage affecting drinking water. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
HEAR: Emotional 911 Call in Deadly Python AttackDistraught snake owner calls 911 to report strangled Florida toddler. Jul 3, 2009
The python belonged to Darnell, who did not have a required state license to possess the snake, a spokeswoman for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission told ABCNews ... Caruthers said police are investigating the situation with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission ... "We've never had a case like this," Patricia Behnke, a spokeswoman for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, told ABCNews. (ABC News)
Africa: Trade Talks Turn to Over-Fishing Jul 3, 2009
com: Africa: Who's Harming Fish Stocks. Trawlers or Artisanal Fishers ... Africa: Who's Harming Fish Stocks. (allAfrica.com)
Lust for life Jul 3, 2009
I don't fish, I don't hunt, I don't scuba, I don't spear, don't boat, don't play basketball or football -- I excel at staring into space ... Come here to catch a fish. (CNN -- International)
3-year-old catches record fish Jul 3, 2009
A 3-year-old Billings girl has joined the ranks of Montana state record fishermen ... 84-pound green sunfish from Hickson s Pond near Acton while fishing with her grandfather, James Bender of Billings ... The big green sunfish bit on a worm and young Bette battled her catch to the bank on the privately owned pond. (Helena Independent Record)
What a snapper! Whopper weighs 95.2 lbs. Jul 3, 2009
Man, the fillets off that fish weighed about 30 pounds each, said Windham, of Brandon, who caught the fish June 11 south off Pensacola in the Gulf of Mexico ... The trio of Mississippians Shook is from Ridgeland and Shows from West Point, and all three met in high school at Northwest Rankin were fishing on Shooks boat based out of Perdido Bay near Pensacola ... After a day of running from reef to reef with no luck, Shook made his final stop at an earlier spot that had a lot of baitfish... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Fish farm ready for first arrivals arrive Jul 3, 2009
Fish farm ready for first arrivals arrive ... Gilt Head Sea Bream, a saltwater fish native to the Mediterranean Sea, will be the first fish to be farmed at Local Ocean ... Gilt Head Bream is a foreign species that does not occur in America, and does not occur in our weather, said James Marlow, Local Ocean vice president, who added that many more fish are on the forecast. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Topwater baits provide summer bassin' action Jul 3, 2009
By Dave Shadow, Hunting and fishing columnist ... While it s true that early morning and late evening may be the best times for topwater fishing, bass can be caught all day long on topwater lures if you go about it right ... Beaching the boat under a shade tree, we had a sandwich and a soda while watching tiny fry (baby fish) scatter near the moss-covered shoreline. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Fresh and Healthy Tips for Delicious Dinners Jul 3, 2009
To bring out the best flavor with no additives, try market fresh fish seared over a wood-burning grill ... Look for offerings that are timely and seasonal, such as Bonefish Grill's Rockefeller topping, made with sharp, creamy spinach and succulent lump crab, served on a variety of regionally-available fish such as Arctic Charr, Dorado and Wolfish ... There are plenty of delicious red wines that are perfect for fish, seafood, and white meat. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Banyan: When the catfish stirs Jul 3, 2009
When the catfish stirs ... A CAPRICIOUS, mythical catfish lies beneath the Japanese archipelago ... But when Kashima drops his guard, the thrashings of the grotesque fish convulse the earth. (The Economist)
SUMMER SPORTS CALENDAR OF EVENTS Jul 3, 2009
-- July 11-19, Big Fish Bash (). -- July 17-19, Racine Tri-Course Amateur Championship, H.F. Johnson Park G.C., Meadowbrook C.C., Racine C.C.. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Fishing rules could change Jul 3, 2009
Now that it looks like Scituate fisherman Frank Mirarchi may get what he s asked for, he s also looking a lot of hard work to make it turn out right. Mirarchi has been working both on his own and as a member of the local nonprofit Friends of South Shore Fisheries to get the government to change the way that it limits the commercial fishing of groundfish such as cod or flounder ... On June 25, the New England Fisheries Management Counsel voted to amend the rules to allow groups of fishermen to... (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Rally for water rights hits downtown Fresno Jul 3, 2009
Powlick, a self-described "bleeding-heart liberal," said she doesn't agree with federal protections for smelt, a tiny fish in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, a major artery for Valley irrigation water. The massive water pumps at the southern end of the delta have been slowed and sometimes stopped so the fish wouldn't be sucked in and killed ... "I believe in the Endangered Species Act," Powlick said, "but when it comes to having food and keeping our kids in school, that easily wins over a... (Fresno Bee)
9,000 pot plants razed in Madera Co. Jul 3, 2009
Sheriff's deputies, state Fish and Game, the Madera County Narcotics Enforcement Team, the Madera County District Attorney's Office and the U.S. National Guard took part in the operation ... Fishing tips: Downrigging for trout, kokanee ... Fishing: Chong Yang at O'Neill Forebay. (Fresno Bee)
Fisheries closures leave lasting scars Jul 3, 2009
News that Fish and Game has closed fishing for kings in nearly every accessible river and stream west of Wal-Mart is worse than bad news for the local tourism economy ... It s pretty too look at, but if y all want to catch a big fish, don t go to the Mat-Su Valley ... Why are the fish not returning in sufficient numbers. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
State public health director forced out of office Jul 3, 2009
For her part, Wooley said she'll enjoy summer off in Alaska -- she loves to hike and fish -- then figure out what to do next. Find Lisa Demer online at or call 257-4390. (Anchorage Daily News)
More trail miles win federal funding Jul 3, 2009
A complaint about a $3 fee to park at Fish Lake Park will be responded to ... It also was an attempt to respond to requests for greater boating controls expressed by Fish Lake riparian property owners ... It is only assessed per car load and if you walk or ride bike into Fish Lake there is no charge. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
9,000 pot plants razed in Madera Co. Jul 3, 2009
Sheriff's deputies, state Fish and Game, the Madera County Narcotics Enforcement Team, the Madera County District Attorney's Office and the U.S. National Guard took part in the operation ... Fishing tips: Downrigging for trout, kokanee ... Fishing: Chong Yang at O'Neill Forebay. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Community calendar Jul 3, 2009
Fish fry 6 to 8 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 11 N. Sixth St., Keokuk. Knights and guests welcome. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Summer sizzling whites Jul 3, 2009
From Sardinia, this wonderful wine has lots of simple, fresh fruit and can be enjoyed by itself or alongside fish and chicken. Summer reds. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Bassmaster » Jul 3, 2009
Smallmouth Redemption Smallmouth Redemption Three guys, three kayaks, plus luggage and fishing gear for six days of fishing ... 5 Tips For Going Deep 5 Tips For Going Deep If you're like most bass anglers, you probably consider yourself pretty adept at fishing down to 10 feet or so ... Pro Patterns: One That Got Away One That Got Away Elite Series pro and former Classic champ Alton Jones recounts the stories of two lost fish that have haunted him ne from the Harris Chain in 2004 and one from the... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Ebert Memorial truly a Fathers Day tournament Jul 3, 2009
High, clear skies with almost no wind made for tough fishing conditions last weekend for 59 people who fished the tournament ... Saturday afternoon at the end of the first day of fishing, only one musky had been registered ... Usually, there are a dozen or so muskies registered the first day of this tournament and almost all of the anglers are talking about the large fish they saw during the day. (Forest Republican, WI)
Court's mine ruling may threaten Iliamna Jul 3, 2009
Those of us who depend upon the salmon fishery are frustrated that the Clean Water Act could be subverted in such a way ... Izetta Chambers is the owner and manager of Naknek Family Fisheries and holds a law degree from the University of Arizona, College of Law ... My family and I have commercially fished the waters of the Bristol Bay watershed for four generations. (Anchorage Daily News)
Tomatillos are tart, with a hint of citrus flavor Jul 3, 2009
Serve with chips, fish or cheese quesadillas. 2 fresh green chile peppers, such as Ananhiems, very finely chopped. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
On the run from sorrow Jul 3, 2009
Weaving has a brilliant instinct for playing damaged men, as he did in Little Fish. Kev is a heartbreaking character, a hard-shelled survivor. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
You should be dancin', yeah Jul 3, 2009
Courtesy The Fish Film, Open Eye Pictures, IFC Films ... But does this more polished delivery system actually make movies like "The End of the Line" (which is about the overfishing crisis) or "Under Our Skin" (about the controversy surrounding Lyme disease) more effective ... Within a few clicks from this page, you could be watching a documentary about barehanded fishing in Oklahoma, the Soviet-era magic-realist classic "Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors" or "Hotel for Dogs." Come September, Sally... (Salon)
Clovis event a contest of spicy proportions Jul 3, 2009
Some dishes will include meat (chicken, lamb and fish) and others will be vegetarian ... Fishing tips: Downrigging for trout, kok 00004000 anee ... Fishing: Chong Yang at O'Neill Forebay. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Pollution experts: Save fish from drugs in water Jul 3, 2009
Pollution experts on Tuesday pressed a congressional panel for stronger action to keep pharmaceuticals and other contaminants out of the water, saying they are hurting fish and may threaten human health. Thomas P. Fote, a New Jersey conservationist who sits on the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, said the pollutants are damaging commercial fisheries ... The witnesses pointed to research showing damage to fish and other aquatic species from pharmaceuticals, pesticides and other... (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
No pets allowed?! Jul 3, 2009
No. I have a goldfish but due to the air conditioner in my apartment being stuck on a constant two degrees celcius, the water in its bowl is iced over and he has not moved for a while so I do not think he is capable of disturbing the neighbours. The ducks in the bathroom are not mine. (iAfrica.com)
Blake, Fish knocked out in men's doubles semis Jul 3, 2009
James Blake, Mardy Fish knocked out in Wimbledon men's doubles semifinals - ESPN ... Blake, Fish blow two-set lead. (ESPN -- Tennis)
Foothill Villagers visit Yosemite Jul 3, 2009
We would hike all of the trails to the top and fish for trout. At night we would watch the fire falls. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Church Events Jul 3, 2009
First Assembly of God Church, 203 main St., will host a fish fry from 6-7:30 p.m., July 3. All-you-can-eat fish, fries, slaw, pinto beans, dessert and drink. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Is TMZ legitimized by Jackson scoop? Jul 3, 2009
LOS ANGELES - , the scrappy entertainment-news website, has scooped up some pretty big fish in its four years of existence, but last week it hauled in the celebrity equivalent of Moby-Dick. Almost as soon as an ambulance pulled up to the gate of Michael Jackson s rented estate in Holmby Hills, TMZ was posting the news to the world under one of its bright-red exclusive banners. (Boston Globe)
Tokyo poll eyed for clue to fate of PM, ruling bloc Jul 3, 2009
His speech sparked scattered applause from the crowd gathered on a busy street corner in Tokyo's Tsukiji district, some wearing the rubber boots of workers in the massive nearby fish market ... "It has created this kind of bad politics," said Chizuru Imai, a Tsukiji fish trader for 40 years. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Thunderstorms wreak havoc across state Jul 3, 2009
Two fishermen enjoyed the day and kept dry under umbrellas and trees as joggers braved the rain yesterday ... I felt like a fish inside an aquarium watching that window, hoping it did not break ... An Eastham shellfisherman died Wednesday when his boat was struck by lightning, officials said yesterday. (Boston Globe)
Big U.S. study will test vitamin D, fish oil Jul 3, 2009
Two of the most popular and promising dietary supplements vitamin D and fish oil will be tested in a large, government-sponsored study to see whether either nutrient can lower a healthy person s risk of getting cancer, heart disease or having a stroke ... It is tough to get enough from dietary sources like milk and oily fish ... Fish oil, or omega-3 fatty acid, is widely recommended for heart health. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
40 tall ships will arrive in Boston next week for public viewing Jul 3, 2009
Seven Tall Ships will be moored at Seaport World Trade Center and the Fish Pier in South Boston, where spectators can visit between 5 and 10 p.m. Thursday and Friday and from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tours will be offered when the ships are not otherwise booked for private parties. (Boston Globe)
Today's Best Bets Jul 3, 2009
Swim with fish and explore a world of underwater fun. Bring a snorkel. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Spain spy chief quits in cash row Jul 3, 2009
Spain's spy chief has resigned amid allegations that he used taxpayers' money to pay for hunting and fishing trips in exotic locations ... It has quoted staff at the National Intelligence Centre who allege that Mr Saiz went hunting and fishing at least six times, in Mali, Morocco, Senegal and Mexico - all at taxpayers' expense ... The newspaper also published a front-page photograph apparently showing Mr Saiz hauling a large fish on to a boat off Senegal. (BBC News -- Europe)
Enjoy benefits of soy with edamame Jul 3, 2009
Serve as a summery side dish with grilled chicken, fish or pork. Grilled corn and edamame succotash. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Fishing with Russ Jul 3, 2009
Fish are at about 60 feet deep and are hitting on hoochies in pink/white and white/green behind a Vance dodger in either of two colors, watermelon copper or the new blue copper ... Kokanee Power had their annual Kokanee Derby last weekend and the largest catch was a 17-inch fish in the kokanee division ... The fish are 25 to 40 feet deep and you should be trolling at 2 to 3 miles per hour for best results. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Taking it to the bank not always easy for area angler Jul 3, 2009
The parking lot at Campo's Marina in Shell Beach was jammed with trucks and empty trailers, all signs that another flotilla of anglers had cruised down Bayou Ycloskey and headed across the MR-GO for Lake Borgne, the Biloxi marsh, Black Bay, Breton Sound and other famed fishing spots on the distant horizon ... It was just another summer day along what might best be called the St. Bernard Coast, several miles of road shoulders and bridge rights-of-way in the lower end of the parish that afford... (Nola.com -- Sports)
Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S. Jul 3, 2009
"We have now devised a modern world in which physical activity is scarce and hard to get, and calories are unavoidable. We are the proverbial fish out of water, living in an environment totally at odds with our physiology.". To help reverse the obesity trend, the report authors offered a number of solutions, including nutrition and obesity counseling and screening for obesity-related diseases, both for adults and children. (MEDLINEplus)
Fresh Sheet: Grill for the Fourth Jul 3, 2009
Or, there s fish and seafood ... If you have space, consider filling it with local grass-fed meats or seasonal fish (tuna arriving soon) ... You can find these delicious protein sources at farmers markets, fish shops, right off the dock, local grocers, under Good Things to Eat in the classified section of this paper, and at. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
10 things to do in July Jul 3, 2009
Michael Rettinghouse is reflected in the water of Fishing Lake while he drops a line into the water Tuesday afternoon. Rettinghouse and his family came to the lake to catch the variety of panfish, well as some of the rainbow trout that are stocked in the lake ... Fishing Lake at Dalbey Memorial Park and Panther Pond in Wright have a variety of fish for the avid angler who doesnt have time to drive out of town or the adult who wants to teach a youngster how to catch a whopper. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
This storm came crashing down on life Jul 3, 2009
But the most startling may have been among the smallest -- a tiny dead fish that on Thursday lay in what had been a manicured lawn, more than 50 yards from the edge of Warner Lake. "I couldn't have planted that," Matt Bates joked as he gave a tour of his family's deluged summer compound, a series of cottages in the path of beaver dam that burst at the height of Wednesday's storms. (Albany Times Union)
Who edits the editor? Jul 3, 2009
A friend of mine told me the other day that the only thing the Winona Daily News is good for is wrapping fish ... I still disagree with my friend that the only thing the Winona Daily News is good for is wrapping fish ... In that recent editorial which you apparently have deemed suited for fish wrapping paper, it s only right to wonder whether some of this extraordinary oversight taken by the mayor isn t more than friendly mentoring. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Master Stem Cell for Human Heart Identified Jul 3, 2009
Although the genesis of the heart has been studied extensively in organisms including zebra fish, flies and mice, much less is known about what happens in the human heart, Chien said. And while stem cells have been used to treat people after a heart attack, for instance, cells that are used are not from the heart and it's not yet clear how effective the approach really is. (MEDLINEplus)
Homemade mayonnaise: Break out this secret weapon for your next party Jul 3, 2009
The sauce is now a classic basic mayonnaise, ready for spreading on sandwiches, adding to salads or dressings, spooning over fish before roasting or serving in a bowl alongside a basket of hand-cut French fries. Mayonnaise is also a fantastic base for a number of dipping sauces. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
