February 19, 2010 Hunting & Fishing News

The Sunglass Man Online Adds New Brands To Sport Collection

With its unique combination of sunglasses, The Sunglass Man Online expands its already expansive collection with three new sports focused brands. (PRWeb Dec 11, 2009)

Greatest Assembly of America's Custom Gunmakers and Engravers Will Showcase Artisans' Handiwork Jan. 22-24 in Reno

The American Custom Gunmakers Guild and the Firearms Engravers Guild of America will showcase the handiwork of their membership Jan. 22-24 at their annual Firearms Engravers & Gunmakers Exhibition in Reno, NV. Also participating are select members of American Bladesmith Society, the Contemporary Longrifle Association and the Knifemakers Guild. (PRWeb Dec 18, 2009)

Forster Products Announces the First 3-in-1 Case Mouth Cutter to its Extensive Line of Precision Gunsmithing and Reloading Products

The 3-in-1 Case Mouth Cutter will be showcased at the 2010 Shot Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Shot Show runs January 19-22, 2010 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center. (PRWeb Jan 11, 2010)

Expanded state bear hunting plan unlikely to keep bears out of Monrovia, Duarte (Pasadena Star-News)
MONROVIA - A plan by state wildlife authorities to expand bear hunting in California is unlikely to bring any relief to residents dealing with an influx of the animals into their hillside neighborhoods

HYSKORE Announces a Recoil Free Tactical and Varmint Shooting Rest

Hyskore will introduce the Dead Eye Tactical and Varmint shooting rest at the 2010 SHOT Show. According to Hyskore spokesman Ted Werner, recoil discomfort separates many people from fully enjoying shooting sports. Even an experienced rifle shooter (www.hyskore.com) may notice a flinch when the firing pin falls on a dud . A shooting rest (www.hyskore.com) that absorbs recoil solves this problem. (PRWeb Jan 16, 2010)

Brush Research Introduces the Flex-Hone Tool for Firearms

Gun honing tool provides superior finish for any size cylinder, slide, chamber, magazine tube or smooth bore barrel (PRWeb Jan 28, 2010)

Guy Harvey Sportswear Launches First Official Online Store

New online store gives immediate access to entire line of 7,000 Guy Harvey fishing shirts and coastal lifestyle clothing items (PRWeb Jan 13, 2010)

Camping cut from Indiana fishing area (The Indianapolis Star)
In another belt-tightening move, the state of Indiana plans to shut down a small campground in Lawrence County. The Williams Dam fishing area's boat ramps and fishing platform will remain open, just not for camping, the Department of Natural Resources said in a news release.

Benzie County in Northern Michigan Offers Active Winter Fun with Excellent Accommodations

Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Dog Sledding, Downhill and Cross Country Skiing, Snow Boarding & Ice Fishing make winter vacationing in Michigan a perfect location for active, sportsminded people. Unique Inns and Resorts offer top notch restaurant and lodging (www.greatfoodandtravel.com/sponsor_details.cfm?id=319) experiences within beautiful scenic small town settings. (PRWeb Jan 5, 2010)

Pondliner Announces Must-Attend Event for Pond Supply Contractors and Dealers

Two-day event will bring together pond supply contractors and dealers from across the country. Attendees can learn tricks and tips from industry experts, attend a trade show featuring the newest pond supplies (http://www.pondliner.com/) and products, and partake in a series of seminars that will get them in gear for 2010. (PRWeb Jan 6, 2010)

Archbishop Marchetto's Address to Fishing Meeting (Zenit News Agency)
VATICAN CITY, FEB. 10, 2010 ( Zenit.org ).- Here is the address delivered today by Archbishop Agostino Marchetto, secretary of the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Migrants and Itinerant People, at the sixth annual Apostleship of the See (AOS) International Fishing Committee Meeting, which is taking place today in the Vatican.

All-Natural Insect Repellant "Nutri Shield" Wins Award as Best Pick from Bestcovery.com

Nutri Shield a DEET-Free all natural insect repellent was voted a “Best Pick” & “Third Best” of all insect repellents reviewed by Bestcovery.com just behind two leading names of the most effective DEET based insect repellents. (PRWeb Feb 12, 2010)

Tell us About Your Best Deer

It's bragging time! Want to show off your best buck? Or maybe your favorite deer was a nice, fat doe. Well, here's your chance to do a little "show and tell!" Tell your tale and share one or two photos of the best deer you ever got.

The Bassmasters Classic - Close Don't Count
The Bassmasters Classic is arguably the most important tournament in bass fishing. It is being held this year at Lay Lake in Alabama. Amateur fishermen have a chance to qualify for this tournament through the Federation Nation club route. I came within one bass of making it to the Classic 25 years ago. I often wonder how my life and fishing would have been different if I had qualified way back then.
This article has links to several more articles about the Classic and to BASS pages that will keep you updated.
The Bassmasters Classic - Close Don't Count

The Bassmasters Classic - Close Don't Count originally appeared on About.com Freshwater Fishing on Friday, February 12th, 2010 at 20:18:46.

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Carolina Rig Set-Up - The Ideal Set-Up for a Carolina -Rig
Captain Mike explains how to choose leader length, sinker weight and bait size on a Carolina rig. Try his techniques to see how they work for you. Tell us how you set up a Carolina rig in the comments section.

picture (c) Captain Mike Gerry

Carolina Rig Set-Up - The Ideal Set-Up for a Carolina -Rig

Carolina Rig Set-Up - The Ideal Set-Up for a Carolina -Rig originally appeared on About.com Freshwater Fishing on Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 at 05:59:43.

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What's Your Most Memorable Hunt?

Ever had a hunt that made a big impression on you? Maybe it was the best or the worst, the coldest or the hottest. Well, here's your chance to tell us all about it. Upload a photo or two of your hunting camp under water or snowed in - or a picture of the biggest critter you ever slew - or both! Or whatever it was that means you will never, ever forget that hunt.