Outdoor Recreation - May 2007

i have a new addiction fishing!!
i have a shakespere fishing rod and reel the pole says 8-10 lbs
the line i have came in it.Now i have caught some mackerel lately with it but thats all. what other fish could i catch with this ??and should i use live bait?
its saltwater fishing from a pier

2007-05-04 12:27:19 · 6 answers · asked by spindymindi 3 in Fishing

I am about to do something stupid i think in the name of finding a hobby ! I am a decent wood worker and have decided to make an attempt to hand make a stock set for a Marlin guide gun .450. I have already purchased the wood in Walnut in XXXXFancy Grade. Im going to do some engraving on the wood aswell as the reciever. I have 2 questions:

1. Although I have been working with wood for some time i have never worked with walnut. Im looking for that high luster shine and Im not sure how to get it other than prep work for the wood. Is there a particular coat of finish Im looking for ?

2. I will be hand engraving the wood as I have done this and its not that hard, what I havent done is engrave metal by hand and was wondering if (A) Anyone has any good info on it & if it brings any more challenges to the table over wood. (B) If there is a particular brand or type of tools anyone recomends.

I thank you in advance for help which will no doubt end with a rifle only I will want !!!!

2007-05-04 12:07:31 · 1 answers · asked by M R S 4 in Hunting

What is a productive live bait to catch the bigger bluegills on (the ones u can eat!). And what areas do you look for the big blugills with out a fish finder and how deep?

Also does anyone know if crickets and crayfish will catch the bigger ones?

2007-05-04 10:29:00 · 11 answers · asked by NewYorkSports 1 in Fishing

Not just rarely, like are they a good bait to use? And how can u use crickets for catching bass and other fish?

2007-05-04 10:25:14 · 8 answers · asked by NewYorkSports 1 in Fishing

2007-05-04 08:56:27 · 11 answers · asked by JAMES W 1 in Hunting

I am applying for my gun permit to carry concealed weapon ( I work late hours) anyhow I am looking for a good handgun. I have lots of experience with rifles and shotguns; grew up hunting with my grandpa and uncle. But not handguns; I have no preference whether revolver or pistol. Just not to heavy, easy to clean and maintain, load and unload. I want stopping power but dont want a kick (bad). any help or advice would be appreciated? Also dont want to spend alot under 200 maybe 300

2007-05-04 04:44:32 · 19 answers · asked by celticfirestar 1 in Hunting

2007-05-04 03:07:22 · 7 answers · asked by THE Cupid HATER 7 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

I live on the Huron River in Michigan and I catch a ton of 5 to 20lb. Carp.I would like to thin out the numbers a bit. Any suggestions? any Ideas on cooking them ? Burring them will cause a stench because there would be too many.Any Ideas would be appreciated. Thanx. KEEP FISHING!!!!!!!!!

2007-05-04 03:01:51 · 5 answers · asked by redwingnut16 3 in Fishing

I need help!!!

2007-05-04 02:56:40 · 14 answers · asked by hunter1 2 in Hunting

2007-05-04 02:43:08 · 5 answers · asked by ruca006 2 in Fishing

This little guy was about the only thing gobbling, had three hens with him and the tips of his wing feathers all roughed up like he had been strutting. I assumed (key word) that there are no longer any toms in the area. What do you guys think?

Also, beware, the ticks and skeeters are thick already.

2007-05-03 21:32:56 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-05-03 21:25:31 · 1 answers · asked by Nostalgic 2 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

without getting bit cause i hear they can do a damage to fingers or is it just better to cut the line?

2007-05-03 18:52:31 · 13 answers · asked by Raiden 3 in Fishing

I know nothing but have to go on a trip with in-laws and need some info!

2007-05-03 18:50:37 · 11 answers · asked by Bobba Fett 2 in Fishing

I prefer Saltwater any day to fresh water fish. Taste better to me! Maybe I don't know how to cook them?

2007-05-03 17:04:40 · 15 answers · asked by Fireman T 6 in Fishing

2007-05-03 16:48:23 · 2 answers · asked by Katie 1 in Hunting

2007-05-03 16:42:39 · 4 answers · asked by jenn 2 in Hunting

...and was rescues by a helicopter after a large manhunt for him. If I remember right, he had his bicycle with him, and little or no food. It happened 10-20 years ago, does anyone know the guy's name, or have any source of information on that story?

2007-05-03 16:39:09 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Outdoor Recreation

2007-05-03 16:33:55 · 24 answers · asked by Katie 1 in Hunting

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2007-05-03 16:08:33 · 13 answers · asked by m m 3 in Hunting

Ladies, lets show the nation we know how to properly handle firearms(men aren't the only ones)! Enrollment in the NRA's "Women on Target" program-which involves shooting instruction, hunting trips, and marksmanship-rose to more than 6000 in 2006, and it 2000 it had only 500 members! Gun manufacturers are responding to this fast growing demographic by making smaller models that fit better in women's hands. What do you think? I'll tell you from personal experience there is nothing more fun than firing a an AK-47(outfitted with a rapid fire mechanism) at a shooting range with the girls!

2007-05-03 16:03:52 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

i wish to extract the propellant from a 9mm round. i do not have the luxury of an appropriate tool so have been messing with a couple of pairs of pliers. in those rare moments when the voices in my head are silent i wonder whether this process might be a little dangerous. i did drop the pliers on my foot and that hurt.

2007-05-03 15:57:44 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-05-03 10:51:10 · 14 answers · asked by Michael B 1 in Hunting

2007-05-03 10:36:31 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-05-03 10:32:47 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-05-03 09:37:37 · 14 answers · asked by Imran 1 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

I'm going bass fishing this weekend and I'm will be using my baitcast reel. I was wondering wichline works best for this. I was thinking Trilene xl in #12, but I'm considering xt in #10 or MAXX in #10. Wich is better from expirence?

2007-05-03 09:30:30 · 8 answers · asked by America's Team is back!!! 4 in Fishing

I'm interested in learning archery. Can anyone please tell me of a good place to learn in Hartford County, Connecticut? Include the name of a website for me to visit, too, if possible. Thank you.

2007-05-03 07:17:46 · 4 answers · asked by manealf 1 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

i personally like a colt 1911.......or an AR-10 (cal. 30.30)

2007-05-03 06:57:26 · 22 answers · asked by bert 2 in Hunting

I live in southern michigan, and its not allowed to shoot rifles where I am at, however, I am looking to get a rifle for target, and small game shooting around our farm, I am trying to decide between a .17 a .22, or a .223. The .223 rifles are far larger bullets, just wondering what you would recommend. I dont want to attract too much attention, would a 223 be way too loud?

2007-05-03 06:13:24 · 18 answers · asked by Homeskillet 1 in Hunting