August 24, 2010

WHAT DO YOU THINK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?

The last time I tried to fly across the Atlantic Ocean in a homemade airplane I was stranded on an island, for 6 months. It was terrible. I had no food, and I really don’t enjoy fish, so it was rather unpleasant.
I didn’t have a change of clothes so I had to keep wearing the same vest and trousers, which got rather revolting.
I did try and make some new clothes, but a shirt and tie made of coconut tree leaves is really not all that fashionable, nor is it comfortable. I tried to make some shoes out of sand, but I think that was because I hadn’t eaten in 5 days and was living off coconut milk.
I went swimming quite a bit, but that was only because I couldn’t stop running back and forth on the beach shouting “I need to feed my dolphin! It’s going to starve to death!! GUPPY! GUPPY!! GAAAAWWWWW!” I believe that happened also because I fell asleep on the beach and became very dehydrated and hungry, and I had a dream I bought a dolphin from the supermarket… odd, I know.
About the second month on the island, I started to really lose contact with the rest of the world, more than likely because I was isolated from it… but also because those damn fish wouldn’t stop taunting me about how I always wear the same outfit. “I’m sorry, I didn’t pack more; I wasn’t planning on staying here for more than a day!” And yet, day after day, I had to listen to them taunting me relentlessly, over and over…
I’d often sit up on the beach in the fetal position rocking back and forth trying to convince myself it was only my imagination, and that fish really didn’t have a fashion sensibility and weren’t able to decipher whether or not my outfit was the same, or if I just had a lot of similar ones.
The song DON’T WORRY, BE HAPPY eventually became the only thing that left my lips when I spoke out loud, but other than that, I just did a lot of thinking…(or at least I thought it was only thinking, and that I wasn’t actually saying it aloud.)
At around month 3 I began to reenact scenes from Sesame Street. Most of the time, I had a coconut tree play all the characters except Elmo, which I most often played. Sometimes I heard the fish mocking me, which I tried to not let bother me, but sometimes it was hard to do.
In the mornings I often liked to take a stroll around the island, looking for other sesame street characters, and sometimes I’d find someone new. One morning, I found the cookie monster in a cave. Well, actually, it was a rock, but he told me he wouldn’t mind playing the cookie monster, and that he would also like a cookie. I told him so would I, and then took him back to my side of the island. Later that afternoon, we ended up reenacting over 10 different episodes of Sesame Street.

yeh.
don't ask.
just tell me what you think.
nd don't be mean either. i don't need to hear you tell me it don't make sense or what's the point.

I'm not reading this, so whatever the question is, flip a coin for the answer.

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August 21, 2010

Fly Fishing Basics | Part 1

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Fly Fishing Basics | Part 1

A few fly fishing basics suited for all fly fishermen but really aimed at those looking for some straightforward fly fishing tips for beginners.

In this video, Tim Gaunt-Baker from http://wwwnorfolkflyfishing.com talks about how to choose the right rod and line and offers some good advice on choosing a fly fishing vest as part of your basic fly fishing gear.

In the follow up to this, Part 1 of fly fishing basics, Tim demonstrates the two building blocks of fly fishing: the roll cast and the overhead cast. He will show you the right and the wrong way to do it! Look out for Fly Fishing Basics | Part 2 coming soon.

For further information on:
Guide fly fishing trips
Fly Fishing Lessons
Saltwater Fly Fishing
Trout Fishing
Salmon Fishing
Fly Fishing UK
Fly Fishing Scotland
Fly Fishing England

and much more, check out the website or the blog at:
http://www.norfolkflyfishing.com/blog

Duration : 5 min 44 sec

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Halloween Costume…?

So for my Halloween costume, I'm being a fishermen. I have a black vest with a couple flies on it, a Tillie Hat with one in it and a fishing rod.
I have no gum boots, and I was going to take my brothers shirt and just I guess wear my baggy jeans, but I was going to make a moustache out of eye liner? Would it work?

sure! but practice first.

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August 18, 2010

How do you feel about the Maury Show?

I personally feel that if they have recycled that DNA test idea to death. I am sick of the "guess if Im a man" shows. I do like the ones about the out of control teens, however they need to get Dee West off of there. He comes out with a vest on and no shirt, looking like a muscular Finding Nemo fish. He comes in yelling and you could see spit flying. He yells at the teens and abusive husbands. I do not feel that all of those people changed their ways within an hour and because of him. I also dont like that fact that people are able to CUT school and go to his show as an audience member. My brother has done this many times!. If they were there to help the woman getting a DNA test then why not save them the embarrasment and tell them before they start the yelling and cursing a guy out.
Maury promised not to exploit people, but when his ratings dropped, he did just that. I dont like when he has the deformed children up there, even though he gives them things, but why do you need to exploit a child because of their disability, or looks.

I especially HATE those opposite shows where there is a skinny guy and a HUUUUUUUUUGE girl, and she is damn near naked. No one wants to see your dimples and craters..

This here people is a certified rant. LOL
my brother is an adult now. he was about 16-17 when he cut school to see maury..only because his girlfriend wanted to go.

LOL@Dee west looking like finding nemo. You are so right about all of this. Maury is not helping anyone. You see even HE is on the news now for sexual harrassment. I used to watch his show faithfully, but all it consists of is UPDATES of old crap, and the new episodes are the SAME topics with NEW faces. The hidden camera shows are snoozers, how many times can we see a car run into a pole? Or seeing people having sex in the office. Then he brings the kids with birht defects and lets them sing and dance, but he really doesnt care about those children, it is all about RATINGS!. He did promise not to exploit people, until his ratings became super low. He wasnt that bad on channel 4, but when he came to channel 11, thats when it got bad. Jerry springer is another show that totally bites. I saw a question on Ask! Yahoo. A person asked were the characters on Jerry Springer Real and they answered Yes. Total bull. Even on Ricki Lake(canceled) a young teen girl received an HIV test and it was negative, however what if it had been positive? I think she probably still would have told.
On Jenny Jones, a man had a gay crush on his friend and was killed 3 days later because he embarrased the guy(he kissed him when he had on a blindfold)

I just hate talk shows. I'd rather watch court shows now, and even they are getting terrible(Judge Mathis, does just that, JUDGE people, instead of listening, he always has something smart to say, and he forgot that he was just like some of the people he is making fun of, it took for his mom to be on her death bed to turn his life around, and he is always implying that someone is gay, Im starting to wonder about HIM) I enjoy Judge Mayblean(Divorce Court) I also like Judge Hatchett but she is cocky and has a terrible temper, however she never gives up on the children.
Judge Judy is just a dried up crab!.

That sums up what I think about Maury and other talk shows.

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August 15, 2010

I'm wanting to get a float tube as a Christmas present for my dad…?

He had to sell his boat for financial reasons. He fly fishes for bass and trout mostly, but uses bait casting gear for bass also.

…and I already have a float tube in mind, I need a set waders now. I have a few questions regarding waders.

1. Who makes the best set of waders?
2. Who makes the shittiest set of waders?
3. What are good brands of waders?
4. What's a good price for good waders?
5. What kind of accessories are available for waders? Bags? Vests? Backpacks?
6. Do they puncture easy?
7. Are they comfortable?
8. Will they keep you warm when its cold and cool when its hot?

rather than answer each question individually, l'll just sum it up for you.
l fish from tubes. a lot.
for me, the very best waders to use are none at all. just shorts. but at times they become necessary.
many socal lakes do not allow body contact so waders become a necessity.
l have used neoprene, canvas, cheap vinyl and have finally settled on a good set of breathable ones from hodgman.
vinyl gets hot in the summer. tears easily, best to avoid completely.
canvas is heavy. and can get uncomfortable.
started with neoprene. nice and comfy in winter. they get hot, hot, hot in the summer. and they are NOT made for sitting in a float tube. the seam in the crotch of mine was the first to go. you slip around in the seat of your tube. the butt area wears next. the material flexes fine when walking. in a tube the seams do not. you can roll the top down while wading in a stream. you can't do this in a tube.

my point:
breathable no stretch fabric waders are definitely the way to go. they retain enough body heat in the winter to keep you comfortable. in the summer, you don't wind up sitting in a puddle of sweat. all the others are very bad about this. they are light, fold up into a small package and store easily. you can put them on or take them off easily. not so with neoprene.

but, whichever type you decide on, get stocking foot waders, wear beach wading slippers, divers booties or a cheap pair of light tennis shoes so you don't damage the foot with your flipper strap. the flippers will stay on better with some sort of shoe, anyway.
hodgman is a decent brand. most of the others should be fine. prepare to spend $150.00 and more.
there should be enough gear storage space in the pockets of your tube.
vinyl would puncture the easiest. canvas being the toughest. there shouldn't be too much worry of punctures while in the tube. they all come with repair kits.

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July 19, 2010

What should I pack for my camping trip to Saranac Lake?

Besides the obvious tents, camp chairs, fishing poles, etc. I'm having a hard time deciding on what to pack for our camping trip from July 1st — July 13th.

I'm not sure how much clothes to pack (how many pairs of each), what medicines to pack, and how soon in advance I should start collecting these items for the trip. (I really don't want to forget anything and I want to have a really nice time).

Not that this matters, but when we went up last year, we didn't have enough clothes, my husband got a ticket for tailgaiting, we got pulled over in our CANOE for not having life vests, I got my period, the tire flew off of the side of the truck on Rt 30 and we spent two days in the pouring rain fixing the truck on our honeymoon.

I hope I'm not asking for it going on a second trip to the same place. I guess I'm trying to redeem myself from our horrendous honeymoon. My mom says I'm worrying too much…

Start now. Make sure you know how to setup your tent before you go (set it up at home first, or someplace) to make sure you have everything and it will be a lot easier to do and less stressful than learning the first time at the camp site.

For the most sleeping comfort, good air mattresses are best, next are the inflatable thermarest type pads, and lastly the foam pads.

Rain gear (waterproof pants and coats are best, ponchos at a minimum), bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit are all good essentials to have.

Flashlights are very useful, whatever you have will probably be good enough, but make sure you have extra batteries and light bulbs. If you want to get new ones, get the LED type lights. They are much more durable and the batteries will last a lot longer than regular lights. Headlamp type lights are great for working around the camp to keep your hands free. Make sure to try them out first before you buy to make sure they work well and provide good light, but know that they will not match the light output of the standard light bulb lights, but work great when it's dark out.

Take a couple of extra blankets along just in case it gets colder than your sleeping bags can handle.

Gas or propane lanterns are great and provide a lot of general lighting. Battery operated ones are good too, just make sure they are charged or have extra batteries.

A good gas or propane stove, is good. Make sure you have enough gas or propane to fuel them and know how to light and use them.

It will be easier to clean up if you use plastic or paper disposable plates and cups and plasticware utensils. Can opener, spatulas (rubber and metal types), knives, aluminum foil (if you use it to line cooking stuff can help reduce cleanup and is great over open fires to cook with and can also help wrap up leftovers if you like), ladles, pots and pans, etc…. as needed for whatever you plan to be cooking.

Water is essential, make sure you have access to clean water or bring it with you (you will need quite a bit), there are water containers you can buy to help keep water at your site if none is close by.

Paper towels of course. Maybe a medium wash tub or two would be useful for cleanup of cooking utensils.

Coolers for food and drinks that need to be kept cold.
Trashbags to put your trash in every day (be sure to not leave it just laying around, especially at night. Throw it away in approved trash bins or you could have unexpected visitors). Store your food in the cars, especially at night, and don't take any food inside the tent.

Personal hygiene items as you know you might need, toothpaste and brush, towels, soap, clothes (enough to change into every day or go to get washed), money, Medicines (ibuprofen, antihistimines, ant-acids),

Maybe some things for fun and to help entertain like cards, simple board games (backgammon, chess, checkers, yahtzee, etc…), frisbee, football, reading books, small radio, etc…

If you can provide more info we can offer more input for some other things that may pertain directly to your camping excursion.

I can e-mail you an entire checklist of stuff if you want that you can use to choose stuff pertinent to you so you won't forget anything. Just e-mail me.

Have fun!

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July 14, 2010

Fly fishing Tip

Fly fishing is a great sport and in here we will discuss fly fishing tip, gear, knot, reel, rod as well as saltwater fly fishing.

Duration : 1 min 52 sec

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June 9, 2010

Canada Fly In Fishing - Ontario Fly In Fishing

http://www.outpostcamps.com | Discover the best Canada fly in fishing and fly in fishing in Ontario. Have a whole lake to yourself. Discover more at Park's Fly-In Fishing.

Duration : 30 sec

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June 7, 2010

consequences?

CONSEQUENCES
One sunny summer day, a fly was flitting about above a river while below the surface a fish watched the fly. The fish thought to himself, "If that fly falls 6 inches, I shall be able to jump out and catch him for my meal." As the fish contemplated the falling of the fly, on the left bank of the river sat a bear. The bear watched the fish watching the fly. "You know," thought the bear, "if that fly drops 6 inches, and that fish jumps up to catch it, I can wade in and get that fish for my midday snack."
Now, on the right bank of this river sat a hunter who spied the bear, watching the fish, contemplating the fly. The hunter thought to himself, "If that fly drops 6 inches, the fish will jump for it, and the bear will wade in after the fish. If he does that, I can take aim, shoot that bear and have a nice rug for my den."

Behind the hunter, in the brush, a mouse spied a cheese sandwich in the hunter's vest pocket. The mouse thought, "If that fly over the water drops 6 inches, the fish will jump for it. Then, the bear across the river will wade in to catch that fish, and the hunter will bend over to get a good shot at that bear. If the hunter bends over, that sandwich is going to fall from his pocket, and I'll have a nice piece of cheese for my meal."

Now, on a flat rock, just beyond the bushes, sat a cat lazily watching the events developing before her. Her thoughts: "If that fly drops 6 inches, the fish will jump, the bear will wade in after the fish, the hunter will bend forward to shoot the bear, the mouse will dash for the cheese sandwich, and I'll have myself a nice rodent snack!"

Well, as in most tales, all of a sudden the scene unfolds. The fly DOES drop the 6 inches, the fish DOES jump up and catch the fly, the bear WADES in and catches the fish, the hunter leans over and shoots the bear, the sandwich falls out of his pocket, the mouse snatches the cheese from the sandwich, and the cat pounces for the mouse… but misses and falls into the river.

The moral of this tale: When a fly drops 6 inches, the pussy gets wet.

THAT IS HILARIOUSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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May 30, 2010

Where can I find good Fly fishing vests and outerwear?

looking for the fly fishing vests and outerwear

Go through the site
http://www.globalsportsinc.ca/fly-fishing-c-233.html?osCsid=fc4ba5739f231407e805128ce55688f2 for good fly fishing vests and outerwear. Different collections of fly fishing vests and outerwear are there. You can get it at low cost.

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