January 11, 2010 Hunting & Fishing News

Police still hunting 'notorious' Mongrel Mob gang member (TVNZ)
Police are still hunting a Mongrel Mob member with the word "notorious" tattooed across his face more than a week after he allegedly pointed a pistol at a woman in Napier

Wisconsin-based Artisans, Inc. Launches Shop.Ducks.org to Sell Ducks Unlimited Branded Apparel

Members of Ducks Unlimited have a new online store to purchase the organization's branded merchandise and support its conservation mission through a new licensing agreement with Wisconsin-based Artisans, Inc. A specialty-clothing manufacturer, Artisans launched Shop.Ducks.org to offer easy, one-stop access for the more than 700,000 Ducks Unlimited members in North America to buy branded apparel and accessories. A portion of the sales goes to support wetlands conservation, which has been the mission of Ducks Unlimited since 1937. Minneapolis-based Irish Titan, an e-Commerce firm, will help drive revenues for Artisans and conservation funds for Ducks Unlimited through social marketing. (PRWeb Nov 10, 2009)

Necessary steps for successful elk hunting (Maumelle Monitor)
Many Arkansas outdoors people focus on duck hunting, bass fishing and assorted other pursuits. The fewest number of actual participants, though, are the elk hunters. Interest continues to be high for the competition for a couple of dozen permits each year.

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)

New Website Features Unique Christmas Gifts of Florida Experiences from meventi

From a VIP Car Racing Experience and Guided Overnight Trips in the Wilderness to a Supermodel Experience, Relaxation Treatments, and Spa Gift Certificates, meventi Offers Last Minute Shoppers Holiday Gifts of Experience in Florida for All Ages. (PRWeb Dec 17, 2009)

Ice fishing experts impart knowledge to Washburn students (The Ashland Daily Press)
WASHBURN — They almost landed a couple, and were hoodwinked by another, but Washburn High School students on Wednesday received lessons on one of the most popular local winter activities: Ice fishing.

Flounder Conservation: Flounder Revolution Takes Big Step Forward

Flounder Revolution's replica program takes a big step forward as the Coastal Conservation Association signs on as sponsor. (PRWeb Jan 5, 2010)

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)

Crocodile Rug and Mastodon Tusk Among 850 Taxidermy Mounts at Fort Worth Big Game Trophy & Western Auction

A 13-foot Crocodile rug with open jaws and a 164 pound tusk of an extinct Mastodon are among 850 exotic and unusual taxidermy mounts and artifacts being liquidated at auction in Fort Worth, Texas. The hunting trophies, animal rugs, fish and bird mounts being offered to the general public at the World Class Big Game Trophy & Western Auction are from private collections of renowned big game hunters and natural history museums. (PRWeb Oct 24, 2009)

Do We Have A New Record Bass?
Last July a potential world record bass was caught in Japan. The IGFA, the official fish record keepers, has been studying the application for this fish as a new world record for over four months and will announce its decision on Friday, January 8, 2010 at 1:30 PM EST.

The current world record was caught by George Perry in Georgia. It has stood for over 70 years. Although a bigger bass was caught in California a few years ago, it was snagged and did not qualify for the record, to it was never entered.

The IGFA press conference about the decision will be shown live on Bassmaster.com

What do you think about the world record? Some say fish stocked outside their native range should not be considered for the record. Others say fish caught in any method, not just on sporting tackle following IGFA rules, should be considered.

picture (c) Ronnie Garrison

Do We Have A New Record Bass?

Do We Have A New Record Bass? originally appeared on About.com Freshwater Fishing on Thursday, January 7th, 2010 at 20:00:08.

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Winter Fishing Tips
I like fishing in the winter and have caught some big bass this time of year. This past Sunday, January 6, 2008, I got a 8.80 pound bass in a club tournament at Jackson Lake. I posted details of the day in my daily fishing diary in the forum. The fish hit a Strike King Series 5 crankbait in Sexy Shad color. The day was fairly tough and I won the tournament with two bass weighing 12.18 pounds. My other bass was a nice 3.38 pounder and looked good before I landed the big one. Check out my winter fishing tips and share your comments and how you do in the comments section below. Also share any of your winter tips.

picture (c) Ronnie Garrison

Winter Fishing Tips

Winter Fishing Tips originally appeared on About.com Freshwater Fishing on Monday, January 4th, 2010 at 10:08:59.

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Hunting & Shooting Quick Tips From a Life-Long Hunter

A lifetime of hunting has taught me a few things, and every now and then I get smart enough to put some of them down in writing. Dad taught me that learning is a lifelong process, and as usual, he was right... so I'm going to keep on learning.

Meanwhile, I'll do my best to share my knowledge with others, just like Dad always did. He was always willing to help, always in the most practical way. Therefore, I've condensed some of my most important hunting lessons into handy little tips that are easy to read, easy to remember, and won't take much time out of your busy day.

Buying a Gun Online

Over the past 14 months or so, American citizens bought a tremendous number of guns, showing that they fear Obama and his administration, and expect their rights to be even further trod upon by this extremely power-hungry administration. If you're among those who'd like to buy a gun, and are interested in doing so online, check out this article. It might help you get a better deal or a better gun, and it should certainly let you know what to expect.

Review: Tick Twister

How to remove a tick? Good question. Folks have been asking that one for ages, and coming up with all kinds of different solutions. Sometimes they work okay... but usually not, in my experience. This product, the Tick Twister, actually works - but I recommend against twisting the tick. Just use one of these tools to pull the tick straight out.