Shanksville wins state’s outdoor challenge Oct 24, 2009
Shanksville wins state s outdoor challenge - Somerset - Daily American. Heather Birch and David Mapes, both physical education teachers at Shanksville, received an e-mail last spring about a two-week pilot to promote lifetime activities and healthy eating. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Caster maker rolls into city Oct 10, 2009
Hughes consigned an assortment of casters from her father, put them in tackle boxes, tossed the boxes in her trunk and started fishing for customers. She sold $80,000 of goods in the first year and a business was born. (Columbus Business First, OH)
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A good portion of my garage space is occupied by rods, tackle boxes, and plastic tubs full of fishing accessories. Who taught you to fish. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
• Hoping to catch a little bit of halibut Sep 26, 2009
Feeling he's seen enough Drew rummages through his various tackle boxes and finds a 10 oz diamond shape lead jig. "Looks like it's jigging time" he says with a newly found vigor. (Juneau Empire)
Frenette: A special time of the year Sep 9, 2009
Load up your tackle boxes with a variety of baits, because fish, especially redfish, become aggressive and will attack nearly anything. These bullies of the marsh will attack topwater, spinnerbaits, gold spoons, soft plastics, crankbaits, basically any bait in your tackle box. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
N.H. plant lights up the highways Sep 4, 2009
The lights have now become mainly a household product, he added, and are used, for instance, to illuminate dim closets, and yes, tackle boxes. Making light bulbs - whether to go inside a DOT-it or the 2010 Ford Mustang - is precision work. (Boston Globe)
Fishing: Listen for strikes on the surface in the dark Aug 30, 2009
His classic Jitterbug and Hula Popper can still be found in countless tackle boxes, testament to their enduring ability to catch fish in one of the most fun ways imaginable ... His classic Jitterbug and Hula Popper can still be found in countless tackle boxes, testament to their enduring ability to catch fish in one of the most fun ways imaginable. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Memories are the snapshots of one's life Jul 24, 2009
I still have a few things of his that remind me of just what is important in this life: the first shotgun he bought me, his old tackle boxes, a beat-up old Thermos that has long since lost its handle. Those are just things, though. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Collecting bobbers a way of life for Cameron man Jul 12, 2009
Pretty much every heavily fished lake in the state has lots of fishing gear that once graced tackle boxes but got snagged, lost and caught, prompting the angler to get disgusted and leave without it. I don t know why they leave them, Frisk said from his backyard. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Taking it to the bank not always easy for area angler Jul 3, 2009
They showed up with rods and reels, tackle boxes, buckets for live bait -- and some had brought folding chairs. They were about 100 yards from where the road ended at the MR-GO. They were casting live shrimp and plastic baits into a steadily moving current. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Kids Fishing Day at Wallace State Park Jun 22, 2009
Prizes were given away to those who registered for a drawing, including fishing poles and tackle boxes. There was also a display of snakes and turtles. (Cameron Observer, MO)
GIFTS FOR DAD! * Jun 18, 2009
It has a large digital display and is sturdy enough for big fish yet compact enough to fit in most tackle boxes. It's also accurate to within a quarter-ounce. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Rhonda Cummins Jun 18, 2009
Pure Fishing melts down the plastic and uses it to produce tackle boxes, spools for lines and artificial fish habitats. Over the last year, more than 18. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Creating the perfect tackle box is part of the fun of fishing Jun 16, 2009
I like the two-sided tackle boxes with the clear covers so I can see what I need when I need it. This design does have a flaw as any tackle box is prone to and that is you have to make sure the cover is securely latched; otherwise you will spend an afternoon picking up tackle off the ground and trying to put it back with some sort of order. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Kids Fishing Day at Lake Anita set for Saturday Jun 6, 2009
All participants will receive a goodie bag and all names will be drawn for other prizes, including fishing poles, reels, tackle boxes, and other fishing related items. Those planning to join us on that day are asked to bring their own poles and tackle if they have them. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Kids reel with the joy of fishing Jun 2, 2009
Many prizes, including fishing poles, tackle boxes and sleeping bags were also given away during a raffle drawing. One station at the seminar included rules of fishing with DNR conservation officer Tom Campbell, who said it s important for kids to learn the basics. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
• Area youth bring home fish from wildlife day camp May 28, 2009
They tied flies, built spoons and tackle boxes and practiced casting. Fishing rules and regulations were discussed by Joe Chapman of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Head to Texas state parks for free fishing this summer May 16, 2009
Thanks to a variety of retail sponsors, event participants walk away not only with newly acquired fishing skills, such as learning how to tie and bait a hook, but also with freshwater and saltwater fishing guides, fishing equipment, tackle boxes and other giveaways. The special family fishing events continue to grow. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
SALT SOLUTIONS May 15, 2009
Yes, it's time once again for The Times-Picayune's annual Summer Saltwater Fishing Guide, that handy package of must-have information smart anglers clip out and stick in their tackle boxes -- if not on the front of the fridge. Though today's paper includes just the listing of fishing locations and launching spots, it is intended to be used in conjunction with the weekly Fishing Friday's angling page. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Common sense and courtesy go a long way at the ramp May 14, 2009
Bismarck Tribune - News. Although I Although I don't admit it to many people, I've had my share of blunders at the boat ramp. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
• Outdoors briefs May 14, 2009
Kids will be able to learn about fishing safety, types of Idaho fish, make T-shirts, build their own tackle boxes and fish the facility's trophy pond, among other things. Though events are geared for children ages 8 to 13, children of all ages are welcome. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
2009 fishing regulation changes of note May 14, 2009
Eager anglers are already digging out their tackle boxes, throwing out dried up bait and scouting for new lures at sporting goods stores. This is also an excellent time to pick up a copy of the 2009 Fishing Regulations. (Montana Standard, MT)
Torch Club reels in national award Apr 20, 2009
The children also check on a couple of bins in Edgewater riverside parks and send the used monofilament to a company that recycles it to make other fishing gear, such as tackle boxes. Sara Bartos, 13, said it's a good introduction to her future career as a marine biologist. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Fly-fishing retailers feel pinch Apr 17, 2009
"But a lot of the small [fly shops] have good selections, as well. The thing we can provide is everyday low prices on the general stuff: waders, vests, tackle boxes ...". Gary Berlin, president of the American Fly Fishing Trade Association in Louisville, Colo. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Westford Fishing Derby: Casting for rainbows Apr 16, 2009
Participants also won other prizes, including fishing gear and tackle boxes. The event, which was open to kids ages 14 and younger, began at 8 a.m. and concluded at 10:30 a.m. with awards and food. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Reclamation announced 17th annual C.A.S.T. for Kids fair at New Melones Apr 4, 2009
One hundred children will be provided with free hats, T-shirts, tackle boxes and fishing poles to keep. Participants can cast their lines from shore, go out on a boat with local volunteer fishermen or take a ride on a patrol boat. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Northwoods Notebook: Old equipment carries memories Mar 1, 2009
During the early days, when my dad first introduced me to the sport of fishing, all of his equipment was stored in metal tackle boxes ... As I recall now, there were a lot of rusty hooks in dads metal tackle boxes ... Today, our tackle boxes are made of clear plastic. (Forest Republican, WI)
New fishing season is time to take stock, plan ahead Feb 27, 2009
Boat anglers might want to start going through their tackle boxes and sorting out what items they need to restock. This is also a great month to start looking ahead and planning some fishing trips to take this summer. (Missoulian, MT)
Bob Lamb: We’re on the lookout for bears Feb 26, 2009
I m tired of sorting out turkey hunting gear, replacing lines on fishing poles, cleaning out tackle boxes, cleaning the garage or crossing off those line items on that dreaded honey-do-list. Spring is still several weeks away, yet there are a few harbingers of spring, including black bear den research. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
