Archive for June, 2009

Duck Hunting Season Prep

Posted in Hunting on June 29th, 2009 by Arthur – Be the first to comment

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Our friends at Ducks Unlimited offer tips on how best to prepare for duck dunting season.

From decoys to blinds to ‘the essentials’, the time to prepare for duck season is now.

“It’s July, but September teal and early Canada goose seasons will be here before you know it. Cobweb-covered decoy bags and layout blinds are still nestled in dark garage corners all over the country. When the waterfowl-hunting bug strikes, crisp mornings in the field and birds hovering over the decoys will monopolize the mind, so getting your gear ready now may save you time and money as the season approaches.

When is the right time to start sorting through decoys, gun bags and tuning calls? Obviously, the answer to that question will be different for everyone, but waterfowl hunters across the country are beginning to stir—the new season is on the horizon and now is the time to start preparing.”

Normally I prepare for duck season by telling the throngs of ladies to stop fighting for my attention. Why should this year be any different?

Greatest Flies Evah!

Posted in Fishing on June 29th, 2009 by Arthur – Be the first to comment

Field And Stream has compiled a list of The 25 Greatest Flies of All Time.

I have attached my three favorites based entirely upon my capricious whims.

The Wooly Bugger

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“Although best known as a streamer fly for trout, Buggers work well for bass and myriad other species in fresh- and saltwater.”

Stimulator

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“It’s designed to be twitched hard on the surface to elicit strikes from trout; hence the name.”

Lefty’s Deceiver

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“The long, trailing feather wing extends only from the rear of the hook, which means it won’t tangle with the hook in casting and you will thereby never waste a cast.”

Bite.

Ducks Unlimited TV

Posted in Conservation, Hunting on June 27th, 2009 by Arthur – Be the first to comment

Ducks Unlimited Television: 2009 Season Begins July 2

“We will be kicking off the 2009 DU TV season in Alberta and then will be following the migration south. Travel along with hosts Wade Bourne, Jared Brown and Mike Checkett as they hunt DU priority areas and freelance opportunities across North America.”

Watch full episodes here.

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“Hooked” on National Geographic

Posted in Fishing on June 26th, 2009 by Arthur – Be the first to comment