| Around 10% of the world's total fish species can be found just within the Great Barrier Reef. |
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| The toxin in puffer fish is 1200 times deadlier than cyanide. |
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| Strange fish facts |
| Many Fish can taste without even opening their mouths. |
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| Fish Facts |
| Most brands of lipstick contain fish scales |
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| Did you know? |
| American Lobsters have longer life spans than both cats and dogs, living over 20 years. |
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| When you need a good reason to go fishing! |
| Going fishing outdoors increases your vitamin D, which helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in your body, keeping your bones and teeth healthy. It boosts your immune system and has been linked to fighting depression. |
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| Some fishes lay their eggs on land instead of in the water |
| The mudskipper even takes this further, even mating on land. These fish burrow and lay their eggs in mudflats before returning to the water. |
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| In three decades, the world's oceans will contain more discarded plastic than fish when measured by weight, researchers say. |
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| As of 2020, there were 34,000 known fish species around world. That’s more than the number of species in all other vertebrates: birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians combined. |
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| God Bless The Troops |
| We sleep safely in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. - George Orwell |
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| One fish is called a fish. Two or more are still called fish. |
| However than one species of fish are called fishes. |
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| Did you know that |
About 60% of US Anglers practice catch and release.
Women make up about 33% of fresh water anglers and
about 85% of fresh water anglers begin fishing at 12 years old. |
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| Just how man species of fish are there? |
| As of 2020, there were 34,000 known fish species around world. That’s more than the number of species in all other vertebrates: birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians combined. |
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| Even Catfish are finicky |
| Taste Buds ? Catfish have a more refined sense of flavor than humans. Our 10,000 taste buds may seem like a lot, but catfish can have as many as 175,000. This helps them find the exact location of their next meal. |
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Apr 27, 2007; 09:37PM
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Category: Sportfishing Charters
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Name for Contacts: Tom Welply
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Phone: 361-790-5944
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City: Rockport
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State: Texas
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Country: usa
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Fishing Charters and guide services offered by Affordable Fisherman Charters.361-790-5944
www.fishrockporta.com
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October 2003 Fishing Photo Contest
$50 worth of free fishing tackle for the photo with the most votes. Contest open to all anglers.
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Eric Anderson18#Salmon |
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Aug 5, 2003; 10:29PM - Bimini Twist
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Category: Knots to use
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Author Name: Steve vonBrandt/S&K Guide Service
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Tip&Trick Description 1:
Bimini Twist
Used primarily for offshore trolling and double-line leaders. A Bimini twist creates a long loop of line which is stronger than the the line itself. A Bimini twist is a simple method of doubling your fishing line in order to prevent chafing or to create the necessary loop in order to attach a wind-on leader. A short Bimini twist (up to five feet) can easily be accomplished by one person. To tie a Bimini twist longer than five feet takes two people, although it could be done alone with a lot of practice. This knot is a 100% knot, meaning, it retains 100% or the original strength of the line being used.
1. Measure a little more than twice the length you will want for the double-line. Bring end back to standing line and hold together. Rotate end of loop 18 - 23 times, by twisting it.
2. Slowly spread the loop to slide twists together about 10' below tag end. You want to spread the lines evenly, keeping the same angle on each side, so they do not wrap on top on one another. Step both feet through loop and bring it up around knees so pressure can be placed on column of twists by spreading knees your apart. It is easiest to learn the knot with two people so one person can hold and spread the lines while the other person ties the knot. Bimini twists over 5 feet long really need two people to tie properly, unless you have 8' legs!
3. With twists now snug together, hold standing line in one hand with tension just slightly off the vertical position. With other hand, move tag end to position at right angle to twists. Keeping tension on loop with knees, gradually ease tension of tag end so it will roll over the column of twists, beginning just below the upper twist. (as the line continues to spread apart the tag end will wrap back down over top of the twists.)
4. Spread legs apart slowly to maintain pressure on loop. Steer tag end into a tight spiral coil as it continues to roll over the twisted line. It take a practice, but avoid the twists jumping back over top. The twists should lay side by side and coil down nicely as shown to the right.
5. When spiral of tag end has rolled over column of twists, continue keeping knee pressure on loop and pinch the end of knot to keep it from unraveling. Put a finger in crotch of line where loop joins knot to prevent slippage of last turn. Now make a simple half-hitch with tag end around nearest leg of loop and pull up tight.
6. With half-hitch holding knot, release knee pressure but keep loop stretched. Using remaining tag end, take half-hitch around both legs of loop, but do not pll tight.
7. Make 2-3 more turns with the tag end around both legs of the loop, winding inside the bend of line formed by the loose half-hitch and toward the knot. Pull tag end slowly, forcing the loops to form in a spiral.
8. Moisten spirals and pull loops tight against main knot. Leave about 1/4' of a tag end when trimming. Keep practicing, it takes some time.
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Dec 9, 2007; 09:35PM - Custom Fit Boat Cover
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Category: [other]
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Price: Varies
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Name for Contacts: Elite Outdoors
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Phone:
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State: MO
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Country: USA
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Description 1:
When only the best will do! A perfect fit: measured, tucked, darted and approved by Hurricane's own pattern and design craftsman. Vulnerable wear and stress points are double reinforced with an extra tough material sewn to the underside of the cover. An unbreakable 1/4' poly draw rope sewn with the perimeter hem enables the cover to be cinched tight to the hull. 1' poly loops are sewn around the perimeter of the cover to accept a Hurricane strap/buckle tie down kit, bungee cords, or rope ties for positive securing to the boat. Built tough to take the exposure and abuse that boat covers are exposed to when trailering, storing, or mooring.
Westland has over 16,000 Exact Fit Custom Cover patterns for over 200 different boat manufacturers. You will have your choice of 3 fabrics and over 30 colors.
To check to see if we have a custom cover pattern for your boat please Email Us your year - make - model - any accessories like towers, swim platforms, bow rails, radar archs, etc. |
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Description 2:
Sharkskin color chart...also, available in Sunbrella |
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Jul 19, 2004; 01:46PM - Fly Hooker Daily Catch Reports
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Category: Mexico Cabo San Lucas
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Author Name: George Landrum
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Capt. George Landrum
Fly Hooker Sportfishing
gmlandrum@hotmail.com
www.flyhooker.com
6 Striped Marlin tagged and released (#80, #100, #120, #120, #130, #140)
2 Dorado released (#10, #18)
2 Dorado kept (#25, #35)
1 Wahoo kept (#60)
“FLY HOOKER” FISH REPORT FOR JULY 12, 2004
Mark Theissen, Mitch, Stephanie, Nathan and one more person went fishing today on the “Fly Hooker” with Juan and Manuel. The water was getting a bit choppy with the approach of a tropical depression but they still had a good time. There were plenty of Marlin to throw baits but they were not in the feeding mood. They were able to get a couple of nice Dorado to the boat and took one of them, around #25 home for dinner. A good day on the water and no one got sick!
“FLY HOOKER” FISH REPORT FOR JULY 15, 2004
Gerald Jacobs was supposed to go fishing by himself on the 13th and with his kids today, but the weather had other plans for us! Since we had tomorrow open we postponed the kid’s trip until then and he went out himself today. Juan and Manuel worked the area from the 95 spot and east of there looking for a Marlin. They found lots of Striped Marlin on the surface, but very few of them were hungry. Eventually they did find one that ate the live bait tossed in front of it, but the fish did not hook up! Later on in the day they had a blind strike and Gerald fought a Blue Marlin that Juan estimated at an easy #300 for almost 20 minutes before it shook loose of the hook. That was it for the day, but no Gerald thinks that they just might stay out all day with the kids tomorrow so he can have a better chance at a Marlin! Our fingers are crossed for you Gerald!
“FLY HOOKER” FISH REPORT FOR 16 JULY, 2004
Today is Gerald’s second day with us and he thought that he might be out all day trying to get his Marlin. He took his three oldest kids with him today and they were looking forward to seeing Porpoise and maybe a Turtle or Whale. What they had instead was a copy of “Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride” as the swells from the tropical depression gave them some excitement! None of them got sick, and they were back in at noon. Thank goodness they were all right with watching Dad catch fish. And catch fish he did! The first fish of the day was a very nice Wahoo that Juan estimated at #60, but we will never know for sure because it was filleted before getting a chance to be weighed! As far as Marlin went, well, not just one, but two tagged and released fish for Gerald! Both of them were Striped Marlin and Juan says they were on live bait. I am not real sure of that since I am hearing all this reporting from him on Sunday morning (just got back from CA last night) and sometimes he looses track, but we know for sure that there were two Striped Marlin! Gerald had a blast and has decided that this might be a good thing to do every year. The kids had fun too and the boat was back in the slip at noon. Thanks Gerald, we are glad you had a great time!
“FLY HOOKER” FISH REPORT FOR 17 JULY, 2004
Jeff Jenkins and his buddy Keith came down to Cabo a few days before everyone else in the bachelor party because they wanted to do some fishing before they partied. Well, mom Nature had something else in mind for them and instead of fishing on the 14th they fished today. All the other guys arrived last night and they tried talking some of them into going out with them today, but there as no way that going to work! Hangover city! Jeff and Keith had the boat to themselves and it was just as well. Juan and Manuel worked the same area that they have been working the past few days and were able to put the guys on a Dorado the weighed an estimated #35 that the kept for dinner, and they also were able to hook up to a Striped Marlin. After a good fight they got the Marlin to the side of the boat for pictures, a tag placement and a good release. Good going guys, glad you finally got out to fish!
“FLY HOOKER” FISH REPORT FOR 18 JULY, 2004
Our good friend Tim Magee is back in town and decided to take some friends of his fishing today. Manuel was supposed to work today but never showed or called, so it was up to Juan to try and get a deckhand for the day, and he was lucky to come up with Estaphan (Steven) who normally works on another boat. Tim showed up at the dock at the arranged time of 6:30 and shortly thereafter his guests arrived. Lucy lives here and works at the offices at the Pedregal, her mother Maria and niece Pamela live in Mexico City and are here on vacation. Lucy has fished before but it was the first time for Maria and Pamela. Juan and Estephan set out to find some fish and they had a lot of luck today! Tim brought along a new lure he had bought a few days ago, he had fished it several days ago and had a lot of luck, catching three of four Dorado that came in on it, and the lure attracted the fish again today! I won’t tell you the brand, but it had a fairly steep cut on a tube body and was set with black/silver over purple skirts. Now, this lure did not bring any fish to the boat, but it sure got hit! Tim said that they had a Striped Marlin whack at it; hooked up an estimated #300 Black Marlin for about 5 jumps, a Blue Marlin estimated at #250 for a minute and a few jumps and had a big Dorado come in to it as well. But, like I said, it did not hook anything up for very long. The only thing that got a good hook-set was live bait! Lucy was first up and shortly after starting, and only two or three miles off of Gray Rock, a tailing Striped Marlin was sighted and Estephan tossed a bait in front of it. This fish was hungry and quickly inhaled the live Caballito. After a lot of jumps and 25 minutes of fighting the fish on #40 line, Lucy brought the fish to the side of the boat for a successful release! Not a bad fish at all and it was estimated to be right around #120. Not long after that another tailing fish was sighted, then another, then another………well, there were a lot of them out there! Somewhere on down the line they found another hungry fish and it was Maria’s turn, but she said no, there was no way she was going to fight the fish. Pamela refused as well so Tim got on the rod and brought the fish, estimated at #140, to the boat for a quick picture alongside and a release. One more Striped Marlin? Sure enough, there were one more of them out there that was hungry and this time Pamela said she was willing to give it a go. Lucy gave her a bit of a hand on holding the rod (Pamela is only 8 years old!) but she did all the reeling herself! After about 25 minutes and a lot of coaching she finally go the fish to the side of the boat for a successful release! Pamela, you have my total admiration, I don’t know of many anglers your age that would be able to do what you did! If all that was not enough, they hooked up a small Dorado on the way in and Tim reeled it in and released it. Oh yeah, they were back at the dock at 12:30! A great day on the water with some great fishing to go along with it. Perfect memories for a first time saltwater angler as well, what is she going to do to top that catch? Thanks Tim, I only wish I had been there myself! So folks, until next weeks report, Tight lines and great tunes!
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