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Big Water Ducks!
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By Tom Cannon
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No matter where in America you live, there exists some sort of “big water”. Of course, “big” is a relative term, but for the sake of argument here in we define it as a large lake, substantial sized river and of course an ocean. Most of us live within a few hours drive of one such waterway, making it easy to translate these tips for our own use. In hopes of learning some of the basic skills, equipment and hunting tactics for these environments, we contacted three experts who have gleaned much through years of experience in their chosen waters.
Barnie Calef, hunts large rivers dozens of times throughout the waterfowl season and has filmed several videos while doing so. David Baker, of Michigan, can usually be found chasing ducks on the Great Lakes. Here divers are the norm, as are rugged, wet conditions that put even veteran hunters to the test. Maryland’s Jeff Coats hunts the east coast, predominately the historic waters of Chesapeake Bay. Sea Ducks are his main stay, but common flyway ducks, geese and Brant are often found in his daily bag. Each of these pros has offered up some unique tricks garnered over the past decades in their specific regions.
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Latest Hunting Gear 2008!
By Tom Cannon
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Wholly cow, it’s that time of year again! Just weeks before some of the early hunting seasons begin… Thus it’s critical to get prepared for another season of pursuing our favorite game animals. Is there a better way to start getting into the groove of things than to browse some of the latest and greatest products designed just for hunters like us? Whether you hunt deer with archery or gun methods, chase ducks and geese, trek after big game like Elk and Moose, or love to see your bird dogs pointing upland birds, here are some items you will want to inspect closely. Below is a look at some of our top picks of the newest hunting related products for 2008.
Early season means warm weather and if you just happen to be bow hunting, it means your need to eliminate human scent is even harder to do than in cooler weather. Hey, we all sweat in the heat and our clothing absorbs those foul odors. Now Hunter’s Specialties has come out with an improved Scent A Way detergent (Clean Rinse) for washing your clothing and removing every last trace of human odors. This is a highly concentrated detergent that only requires a ½ ounce per load, yet eliminates odors and prevents colors/camo patterns from fading. Additionally, H.S. has a new Scent-A-Way Body Foam, which will permit the back country hunter to stay scent free, even if there is no water to be had. Simply shake the can, spray out some foam, and rub it on skin; it’s that simple!
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Peacock Bass Fishing 101
By Tom Cannon
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Imagine fishing uncharted waters, surrounded by thick tropical rain forest jungle all the while relying on a guide that speaks little to no English. Well it must be a pretty special fish to entice an angler back year after year… Apparently that’s just what Peacock Bass are a very aggressive, explosive, destructive, yet beautiful fish and once they bite not only are they hooked good but quite often the angler is hooked for life too.
Take for instance Greg Thompson, one of the pioneers of the Peacock Bass movement. Greg has been traveling to South America for two decades just to experience the thrill of doing battle with the multi colored bass. He has tested the waters in Brazil and Venezuela and logged hundred of miles pushing and pulling a small boat through mangroves surrounding prime backwater lagoons where the big peacocks live.
On his maiden voyage in the late 1980’s, Thompson ventured into Central Venezuela hoping to find the answer for his angling quest. Like most fisherman, Thompson sought out a fish that was aggressive, would readily strike lures and fight hard. He found that and more. The mighty Peacock has strikes that resemble a surface explosion, it battles like a gladiator and rarely does an angler find a fish that just loves to strike out at top water lures like a Peacock Bass does.
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The Kennel
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Tri Tronics Sport Basic G3
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Hey sometimes we are blessed and things go the smooth, easy way with little or no hassles. Of course, the exact opposite is usually the case, where no matter the effort we put in, things seem to go awry. Take dog training for instance. I guess in the past I had been fortunate in that I had one of those rare Labs that was not too head strong and usually picked up the basics of training quick and easy. It seems those dogs are few and far between. Most gun dogs and Labs in general are a bit high strung and can be a challenge the novice to train properly.
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