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Depends on if you’re japanese…

then it would be: fry frishing steveb – who is so happy elle is more cheerful

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Depends on if you’re japanese… then it would be: fry frishing steveb – who is so happy elle is more cheerful

Thank you.  I’m happy about it, too  Thankfully my low points lately are fairly fleeting. hugs, elle

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Me too Frampy (just wantng to join in the discussion)

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Do you fly fish?  Getting a little personal arent we. <G actually elle…isn’t that one word? Depends on if you’re japanese… bada- bing! Sorry, couldn’t resist.  I knew this was going to happen. Actually, it may very well be one word.  This could get ugly.

LOL Okay, to get serious again(?) for a second,  the reason I asked is that Dave saw this posted earlier today at a fly fishing (or is it flyfishing?) forum he frequents and e-mailed it to me.   So I thought I would ask hugs, elle

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Hey, Murray – Do you fly fish? hugs, elle (I know, it seems unrelated, but I have my reasons

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Do you fly fish?

actually elle…isn’t that one word?

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Do you fly fish? actually elle…isn’t that one word?

Depends on if you’re japanese… bada- bing! Sorry, couldn’t resist. Actually, it may very well be one word.  If it is, it’s two words combined. Sort of like website vs. web site.  I still haven’t sorted out whether there is a clear opinion as to which is the correct form.  Don’t care, either, since both convey the correct information  My days of worrying about form over function are (thankfully) long behind me. hugs, elle

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Do you fly fish?

 Getting a little personal arent we. <G actually elle…isn’t that one word? Depends on if you’re japanese… bada- bing! Sorry, couldn’t resist.

 I knew this was going to happen. Actually, it may very well be one word.

 This could get ugly. hugs, elle

  Murray

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  How many forum members does it take to change a lightbulb? 1 to change the light bulb and 1 to post that the light bulb has been changed 14 to share similar experiences of changing light bulbs and how the light bulb could have been changed differently 7 to caution about the dangers of changing light bulbs 27 to point out spelling/grammar errors in posts about changing light bulbs 53 to flame the spell checkers 41 to correct spelling/grammar flames 6 to argue over whether it’s "lightbulb" or "light bulb" … another 6 to condemn those 6 as anal-retentive 2 industry professionals to inform the group that the proper term is "lamp" 15 know-it-alls who claim they were in the industry, and that "light bulb" is perfectly correct 156 to email the participant’s ISPs complaining that they are in violation of their "acceptable use policy" 109 to post that this forum is not about light bulbs and to please take this discussion to a lightbulb forum 203 to demand that cross posting to hardware forum, off-topic forum, and lightbulb forum about changing light bulbs be stopped 111 to defend the posting to this forum saying that we all use light bulbs and therefore the posts are relevant to this forum 306 to debate which method of changing light bulbs is superior, where to buy the best light bulbs, what brand of light bulbs work best for this technique and what brands are faulty 27 to post URL’s where one can see examples of different light bulbs 14 to post that the URL’s were posted incorrectly and then post the corrected URL’s 3 to post about links they found from the URL’s that are relevant to this group which makes light bulbs relevant to this group 33 to link all posts to date, quote them in their entirety including all headers and signatures, and add "Me too" 12 to post to the group that they will no longer post because they cannot handle the light bulb controversy 19 to quote the "Me too’s" to say "Me three" 4 to suggest that posters request the light bulb FAQ 44 to ask what is a "FAQ" 4 to say "didn’t we go through this already a short time ago?" 143 to say "do a Google search on light bulbs before posting questions about light bulbs" 1 new forum member to respond to the original post 6 months from now and start it all over again

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  How many forum members does it take to change a lightbulb? 1 to change the light bulb and 1 to post that the light bulb has been changed 14 to share similar experiences of changing light bulbs and how the light bulb could have been changed differently 7 to caution about the dangers of changing light bulbs 27 to point out spelling/grammar errors in posts about changing light bulbs 53 to flame the spell checkers 41 to correct spelling/grammar flames 6 to argue over whether it’s "lightbulb" or "light bulb" … another 6 to condemn those 6 as anal-retentive 2 industry professionals to inform the group that the proper term is "lamp" 15 know-it-alls who claim they were in the industry, and that "light bulb" is perfectly correct 156 to email the participant’s ISPs complaining that they are in violation of their "acceptable use policy" 109 to post that this forum is not about light bulbs and to please take this discussion to a lightbulb forum 203 to demand that cross posting to hardware forum, off-topic forum, and lightbulb forum about changing light bulbs be stopped 111 to defend the posting to this forum saying that we all use light bulbs and therefore the posts are relevant to this forum 306 to debate which method of changing light bulbs is superior, where to buy the best light bulbs, what brand of light bulbs work best for this technique and what brands are faulty 27 to post URL’s where one can see examples of different light bulbs 14 to post that the URL’s were posted incorrectly and then post the corrected URL’s 3 to post about links they found from the URL’s that are relevant to this group which makes light bulbs relevant to this group 33 to link all posts to date, quote them in their entirety including all headers and signatures, and add "Me too" 12 to post to the group that they will no longer post because they cannot handle the light bulb controversy 19 to quote the "Me too’s" to say "Me three" 4 to suggest that posters request the light bulb FAQ 44 to ask what is a "FAQ" 4 to say "didn’t we go through this already a short time ago?" 143 to say "do a Google search on light bulbs before posting questions about light bulbs" 1 new forum member to respond to the original post 6 months from now and start it all over again

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Hey, Murray – Do you fly fish? hugs, elle (I know, it seems unrelated, but I have my reasons

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Do you fly fish?

actually elle…isn’t that one word?

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Do you fly fish? actually elle…isn’t that one word?

Depends on if you’re japanese… bada- bing! Sorry, couldn’t resist. Actually, it may very well be one word.  If it is, it’s two words combined. Sort of like website vs. web site.  I still haven’t sorted out whether there is a clear opinion as to which is the correct form.  Don’t care, either, since both convey the correct information  My days of worrying about form over function are (thankfully) long behind me. hugs, elle

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Do you fly fish?

 Getting a little personal arent we. <G actually elle…isn’t that one word? Depends on if you’re japanese… bada- bing! Sorry, couldn’t resist.

 I knew this was going to happen. Actually, it may very well be one word.

 This could get ugly. hugs, elle

  Murray

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Do you fly fish?  Getting a little personal arent we. <G actually elle…isn’t that one word? Depends on if you’re japanese… bada- bing! Sorry, couldn’t resist.  I knew this was going to happen. Actually, it may very well be one word.  This could get ugly.

LOL Okay, to get serious again(?) for a second,  the reason I asked is that Dave saw this posted earlier today at a fly fishing (or is it flyfishing?) forum he frequents and e-mailed it to me.   So I thought I would ask hugs, elle

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Depends on if you’re japanese…

then it would be: fry frishing steveb – who is so happy elle is more cheerful

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Depends on if you’re japanese… then it would be: fry frishing steveb – who is so happy elle is more cheerful

Thank you.  I’m happy about it, too  Thankfully my low points lately are fairly fleeting. hugs, elle

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Depends on if you’re japanese… then it would be: fry frishing steveb – who is so happy elle is more cheerful Thank you.  I’m happy about it, too  Thankfully my low points lately are fairly fleeting. hugs, elle

Me too Frampy (just wantng to join in the discussion)

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If you have been here fishing, I’d appreciate hearing of your experiences and getting all advice you can spare. Thanks!

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Hi Tim, Summer months are best for fly fishing for most of us. — Bill Kiene Kiene’s Fly Shop Sacramento, CA, USA http://www.kiene.com

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Can anyone direct me a website or any other literature that would provide some instruction on the classic Swing Method of fly fishing? Thanks! ….learning in Northern California…. – Scott

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Can anyone direct me a website or any other literature that would provide some instruction on the classic Swing Method of fly fishing?

1.  Ray Bergman, Trout (1938) 2.  Wet fly technique is also summarized in Leisenring/ Hidy, Art of Tying the Wet Fly and Fishing the Flymph (1971). — |  Donald Phillipson, 4180 Boundary Road, Carlsbad Springs,  | |        Ontario, Canada, K0A 1K0, tel. 613 822 0734         |

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Hi folks, I’m new to the group, and would like your thoughts on what is the best kayak for fly fishing coastal bays and flats.  I normally fly fish in Christmas Bay (close to Galveston, TX), and use a Zest Two – Ocean Kayak two seater.  It’s kinda tough to handle in a breeze over, say, 10 kts. I’m in the market for a faster boat that will handle higher wind conditions, and would like some input from those more knowledgable than I. Howard About Christmas Bay – http://www.christmasbay.com

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  Hi, the boat of choice here in San Diego for fishing seems to be the Scupper Pro,and Scupper Classic. I own the classic , it weighs48pds. compared to your68pd. zest. The pros weigh 55pds.      I’m able to troll effectivly even when the wind picks up, if the wind picks up while jig fishing or while i’m after halibut i use my sea anchor to slow my drift     Aqua

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I’m new to the group, and would like your thoughts on what is the best kayak for fly fishing coastal bays and flats.  I normally fly fish in Christmas Bay (close to Galveston, TX), and use a Zest Two – Ocean Kayak two seater.  It’s kinda tough to handle in a breeze over, say, 10 kts. I’m in the market for a faster boat that will handle higher wind conditions, and would like some input from those more knowledgable than I.

I’m also a newbie to this thing, but I’ve got a few opinions anyway…  [had my boat for a couple months so far] I know most folks will suggest an open cockpit boat, but don’t write off an enclosed version.   Also, I know most folks tend to prefer getting out of the boat and wade, but I’m not one of them.  I like to start more or less dry, and end more or less dry. I have very little difficulty casting my 8 weight while seated in my kayak. [Dagger Edisto].   But there is also enough deck rigging to support a decent trolling setup, and there was enough mounting and cargo room for me to add an all-around light to help with safe night fishing and transits to duck hunting spots next season.. If you are annoyed by high winds and waves, get a rudder. The difference is mind bogolling. My modest experiences so far: http://www.neosoft.com/~rww/kayak_log.html

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If you are annoyed by high winds and waves, get a rudder. The difference is mind bogolling. My modest experiences so far: http://www.neosoft.com/~rww/kayak_log.html

If I get out I may use a fly rod on the flats, but I have had more luck trolling from my kayak.  I dont know if its the speed or that the boat makes the fish notice my fly or lure but the success rate is pretty good for both bass and blues.  I use a kevlar kayak and a rudder to make the experience "less painful".  I also gave up using a rod from my boat.  I made a hand line device that is very easy to use.  To see one visit my site at:  http://www.jlc.net/~hlevin I usually troll rapalas, rubber eels a fly or other artifical baits. —     Hal     Wilton, NH     Power your boat with carbohydrates,     not hydrocarbons.           http://www.jlc.net/~hlevin                 0                  _O                     0

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If I get out I may use a fly rod on the flats, but I have had more luck trolling from my kayak.  I dont know if its the speed or that the boat

I do good trolling as well. experience "less painful".  I also gave up using a rod from my boat.  I made a hand line device that is very easy to use.  To see one visit my

Give up my rod and reel?  I have a rod holder angled 45 degrees backward, a bit behind the cockpit.  I can paddle (troll) at any speed without interference.  That reminds me…i was trolling at work yesterday..woops!

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I live in Eastern Mass. and am looking for a good spot for Flyfishing. Any recommendations?

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I live in Eastern Mass. and am looking for a good spot for Flyfishing. Any recommendations?

Try Walden and White pond for trout The Mystics for bass and pikerel. Any river off the North shore for stripers and bluefish Email me for more specifics Bubba B

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I have a small pond I can fish that is full of 2lb. Channel Cats. The depth runs from 2 to 10 feet. How should I go about catching them on a fly. I would be most thankful for any suggestions.

Small streamers or wooly buggers will work – as the previous responses suggested, but the most consistent channel cat "fly" for me has been a 1/64 oz. mini-jig. Try white marabou or tensile.   —

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Try chicken livers.  Just wear a splatter guard and watch the backcast’s near other people in the area…. Seriously though,  catfish rely on scent but I have caught many while fishing for bass  with big crankbaits.  This summer I am going to try dunking a couple of homemade flies into chicken liver guts in area that I have caught catfish before.  We will see what happens!! – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have a small pond I can fish that is full of 2lb. Channel Cats. The depth runs from 2 to 10 feet. How should I go about catching them on a fly. I would be most thankful for any suggestions. Small streamers or wooly buggers will work – as the previous responses suggested, but the most consistent channel cat "fly" for me has been a 1/64 oz. mini-jig. Try white marabou or tensile.   —

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I’ve done well on chrome-eyed matukas (the eyes for weight), especially in the late spring with they hunt the shallows.  They can bruise you…

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My brother and I were out fishing for Largemouths with wooly buggers (BLACK) and he put down a 10lb. channel cat.  He played the damned thing for 35 minutes before he released him. —-just a suggestion JW KRAMEROn Wed, 26 Feb – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have a small pond I can fish that is full of 2lb. Channel Cats. The depth runs from 2 to 10 feet. How should I go about catching them on a fly. I would be most thankful for any suggestions. Thank you, Shawn Anything that looks like a baitfish should work. When I lived in Kansas I would occasionally catch them on streamers and decievers. Charlie…

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I have a small pond I can fish that is full of 2lb. Channel Cats. The depth runs from 2 to 10 feet. How should I go about catching them on a fly. I would be most thankful for any suggestions. Thank you, Shawn

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I have a small pond I can fish that is full of 2lb. Channel Cats. The depth runs from 2 to 10 feet. How should I go about catching them on a fly. I would be most thankful for any suggestions. Thank you, Shawn

Anything that looks like a baitfish should work. When I lived in Kansas I would occasionally catch them on streamers and decievers. Charlie…

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Master Angler  Fishing Software is the best I’ve seen. Still the most powerful for logging fishing trips.  On water conditions, Mapping, Fly patterns and too many features to post since this ain’t an ad. Check it out: http://www.rural.escape.ca/angling_north/fishing/mainfo.htm

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Please send me information about your fishing software.

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Ever wonder where to go fishing and camping in the eastern United States? THE JOY OF FISHING is an excellent Shareware package for both the novice and experienced freshwater fisherman and RV’er.  It is a Windows based program which acts as a guide for fishermen in search of big game fish that are located near RV campgrounds. It also contains valuable information about RV camping and boating at many lakes east of the Mississippi River. Version 2.6 is now downloadable directly from the following Internet homepage:      http://pages.prodigy.com/lenjoy THE JOY OF FISHING has valuable information on freshwater fishing and camping at more than 400 lakes located east of the Mississippi River, and is the only known single-source of such information in existence. This software also contains an extensive historical database of state record catches for all 50 states to help you determine which states are best for your type of freshwater fishing. Give the program a try on your computer TODAY!!

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Any information about computer fishing logs is appreciated.  There were a few free ones on the net, but I can’t seem to find them anymore. Joe R.

Hi, Have a look at: http://www.vendel.se/fg.html The Fisherman

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I am looking for royalty free clip-art of trout and flyfishing in general. I have some Corel 3.0 clip-art but it is pretty skimpy. I remember running across a site that had some free clip art by Dave Whitlock. Unfortunately, I don’t remember the address. <snip — K.G. (Kat) Cruickshank, ichthyophile. Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

K.G. Try – http://www.flyfield.com/clipart.htm Mike

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Try http://www.flyfield.com for royalty free clip art by Dave Whitlock.

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I am looking for royalty free clip-art of trout and flyfishing in general. I have some Corel 3.0 clip-art but it is pretty skimpy. I would appreciate any information on sites where this clip-art can be downloaded from. Thanks for your help. Frank Wood.

There is some on http://www.elisis.demon.co.uk/ukflyw3/ mainly salmon related, mainly antique. Andrew

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I am looking for royalty free clip-art of trout and flyfishing in general. I have some Corel 3.0 clip-art but it is pretty skimpy. I would appreciate any information on sites where this clip-art can be downloaded from. Thanks for your help. Frank Wood.

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I am looking for royalty free clip-art of trout and flyfishing in general. I have some Corel 3.0 clip-art but it is pretty skimpy.

I remember running across a site that had some free clip art by Dave Whitlock. Unfortunately, I don’t remember the address. If you do an Alta Vista search on his name it’s sure to turn up though. (And yes, it was legitimate, no copyright violations. Mr. Whitlock himself had generously made this stuff available.) — K.G. (Kat) Cruickshank, ichthyophile. Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Hello, I am new to this newsgroup and fly fishing.  Please provide me with any information on fly fishing in south central Pennsylvania.  Any help at all would be greatly appreciated. Tight Lines, Wendel

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Head for the Yellow Breeches near Carlisle, PA.  It’s beautiful and it’s convenient…in fact too convenient on weekends wwhen way too many folks show up.  My suggestion, take a day off from work and check it out.  Also, be sure and swing by Yellow Breeches Outfitters. Some really nice helpful folks who can tell you where to fish, etc.  Cold Spring Anglers also helpful. Good luck, and have fun! Kevin

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Don’t neglect the top-notch smallmouth fishing in the Susquehanna and Juniata rivers.  I drive past the potomac (which I love) several times a year to tangle with those porkchops. Dave

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There are several streams in the area, some are stocked andd several have fly fishing only sections. A great reference is Penn. Trout Streams by Meck, available at most fly shops.E-mail me for more info.

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I need advise on where to look for the things I might need.  I think it would be very satisfying to catch fish with a rod I built myself. What book or videos do you recommend?  Is it cheaper to build your own or buy a new rod? Thanks, Koop

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(Whitehors) writes: I need advise on where to look for the things I might need.  I think it would be very satisfying to catch fish with a rod I built myself. What book or videos do you recommend?  Is it cheaper to build your own or buy a new rod? Thanks, Koop

Koop- I would encourage you to give it a try.  Start with either of the books by Skip Morris or A. Garcia (assuming you are talking graphite and not cane) which should be available at your local flyshop.  I would also suggest you check withyour local shop and/or flyfishing club to see if anyone is offering classes.  The same sources might provide some items that you can borrow, such as a turning motor and rod vice. Aside from one time purchases such as books, motor (which is not essential), and rod vice (which can be improvised), the cost of a rod build yourself should be about 2/3 the cost of a comparable rod on the same blank at a flyshop, including sock and tube. I suggest avoiding the kits.  Part of the fun and value of building your own rod is selecting the components that match exactly what you want.  You can’t do that with a kit.  Some advice from a shop or club will help here too. When you have gathered the components (or before you buy if you are unsure whether you really want to do this), I suggest getting some winding thread, epoxy coating material (flex-coat), and an old piece of blank or dowel and do some practicing.  Wrapping well takes practice,and it is better not to start on your blank with your first try. Finally, plan on building more than one rod!  If you find you like rodbuilding, you will definately not be satisfied with your first effort. Good Luck, Lyman Hughes Ennis, MT Dallas, TX

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