Outdoor Recreation - July 2007

I'm an absolute beginner at fly fishing....I have just barely gotten the hang of casting and how to catch a fish...but now I want my OWN gear. I've only been on two fly fishing trips with others and I think I'm ready to head off myself once in a while.
The thing is, I would like to get a nice, decent rod for a good price. Do you have any suggestions? I have been told that those fly fishing kits you can buy are absolute crap.

2007-07-03 05:52:42 · 7 answers · asked by jessieroo19 2 in Fishing

We are going camping soon, and want to buy a tent. Everywere we go, we see Coleman tents, and other name brands. I want to know the better name brands for tents if any, and which to stay away from. Please help!

2007-07-03 05:46:39 · 9 answers · asked by marcio c 3 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

I know they need hate something or little ideology would not be able survive because made up of most ignorant people don't even know thing about hunting, zoology. biology or science. I yet to hear about any one them being in nature or forest away from a city.Most are white female who seem like only care about animal because they hurt by humans in general and blight animal similar to what they feel. One look yahoo section comes across how much think there better than us. (they are just as passionate about what they do (as sick as that is) as we are. We should take pride in the fact we have found this lifestyle on our own, and let it make us better people.) why bother? Hunters are way too f*cking dense to ever change.

2007-07-03 04:15:10 · 12 answers · asked by kelly 2 in Hunting

I would like to learn how to shoot a weapon and don't know where to start. Should I contact the local police department or a shooting range? What would be the best type of gun to start with - a handgun or a rifle? I would like to learn for hunting purposes and for home security. I recently moved toTX, so any rules/laws, and any other help would be appreciated. Thanks.

2007-07-03 04:09:30 · 14 answers · asked by SLMStacy 1 in Hunting

2007-07-03 03:38:09 · 5 answers · asked by jay s 2 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

Yesterday was an absolutely perfect day in my neighborhood and my 12-year-old friend pushed me into walking to the beach. When I got there a little boy named Casey was having a hard time getting his kite in the air. His cousins had gotten their kites entangled with each other. I hadn't flown one in years, but these were nice ones with string winders. Casey and I had his kite in the air in no time, and with a lesson from me he is now convinced he is a pro. His cousin had a bit tougher time, but I fixed the balance and his was soon up in the air. However, he didn't have 1/4 of the patience of Casey who, for all I know, is still flying his. Now I am hooked. I have been reading up on all the new-fangled kites since yesterday.

Please tell me what your favorites are and where I can get the best deals!

2007-07-03 03:37:45 · 7 answers · asked by Beach Saint 7 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

2007-07-03 03:34:54 · 1 answers · asked by mike m 2 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

2007-07-03 03:12:11 · 8 answers · asked by katrina_ponti 6 in Hunting

I do not think that citizens having guns is wrong...in fact, there have been studies that show, in states where concealed firearms are evident, there are lower crime rates and less violent crimes because people protect themselves more. Also, the thought that you do not know who has a gun on them is scaring off criminals, period.

As for all of the guns being sold to the psychos, I think that there does need to be a more thurough, strict background search, as well as a pyschiactric evaluation to ensure that you are normal and can own a firearm.

I have always loved shooting; I love the sport and just find guns, well...cool. If you are trained and know what you are doing, then guns are okay and everyone is safe. Accidents are usually caused by the wielder, not the weapon itself.

What is your standpoint on private-ownership of firearms?

2007-07-02 23:48:31 · 17 answers · asked by βread⊆ℜumbs™ 5 in Hunting

what is the best kind of tackle like a specific lure to use for small and large mouth bass? when is the best time to catch them i mean i go in the mornings and evenings but im just looking for sugestions

2007-07-02 19:54:22 · 6 answers · asked by mike t 1 in Fishing

2007-07-02 19:09:24 · 3 answers · asked by LookyDooky 1 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

can i shoot birds in my back yard which is pretty much a field to say? plenty of pintails and cowbirds fly over and i would like to shoot them. Can I? is it illegal?

2007-07-02 18:45:32 · 6 answers · asked by brett g 1 in Hunting

ok narrowed it down a bit too the makrov 9x18 or the llama 380 or kel tec 9 mm \ i have a small hand for a guy and need to upgrade to a semi auto pistol for work my normaly carrie is a S&w 38 bodygard \ so im trying to get the most bang for the buck please use your head in your reply,s good and bad argument,s welcomed thank you and ps i am dyslex so please forgive any spelling mistake,s i know thire in thire

2007-07-02 17:30:05 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-07-02 17:10:05 · 2 answers · asked by fallen 2 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

i used to use cat food but now does not work.killies are same as minnows

2007-07-02 15:25:02 · 1 answers · asked by robert s 1 in Fishing

The cars are in about 20' of water on the Atlantic side. I am looking for GPS numbers.

2007-07-02 15:12:36 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fishing

2007-07-02 14:26:31 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fishing

2007-07-02 14:08:46 · 5 answers · asked by Lena 3 in Climbing

freshwater

2007-07-02 14:06:12 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fishing

I cant seem to find either model at any local gun stores and I'm curious as to what the average retail price on either of these 2 models.

2007-07-02 13:51:19 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

i would like to tie my own harnesses for walleye fishing

2007-07-02 13:44:28 · 2 answers · asked by mrcarslake 1 in Fishing

2007-07-02 13:06:52 · 15 answers · asked by t.miller5050 2 in Fishing

with at least 375-450 feet of 80 lb. or heavier line...no dumbass answers please!!! ive only seen Penn Senators but those cap off around 30lbs line for left handed reels.....

2007-07-02 12:48:18 · 5 answers · asked by Hellfire 2 in Fishing

I just bought a savage 30-06 and the bolt wont go all the way in it gets stopped right before it gets in the chamber by a round piece of plastic and it looks like it can go to the side i just cant get it to do it.

2007-07-02 11:48:51 · 5 answers · asked by nathan25871 1 in Hunting

I've been fishing the Madison river for years. I have had fantastic success catching 20-30 fish a day and up to 22", however i catch nothing out of the deepest pools. My friend and i think it is because we can't run our lures deep enough, how do we run our lure deeper. Also, any tips for helping set a hook in a big fish, we have lost a lot of big fish because our hook always comes out. Oh, remember it's a mountain river and the water is running pretty quickly.

2007-07-02 11:24:43 · 2 answers · asked by Zombiespiderman 2 in Fishing

2007-07-02 11:22:16 · 2 answers · asked by Zombiespiderman 2 in Fishing

2008 Pure fishing has some really innovative stuff....we all love stuff right?
Which if any of these products would you "have to have" in your box or on the boat?
http://tackletour.com/reviewpurefishingpreview08.html
I just might need some 80/15 Invisi-braid.

2007-07-02 10:38:10 · 7 answers · asked by exert-7 7 in Fishing

Am I weird or should I not worry about what anyone thinks? I like it and it helps me get exercise with my 8 year old son so does it matter?

2007-07-02 10:00:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Outdoor Recreation

will someone tell me how to start a fire with a magnafing glass

2007-07-02 09:18:18 · 3 answers · asked by caitlin f 2 in Other - Outdoor Recreation

I am looking into buying a new mussle loading rifle. I want to know should I buy one of the new(er) model In-lines or go with something like a Saint Louis Hawkens or a Missori Ranger? Are In-lines just a fad or is that the direction that Mussle loaders are heading?

2007-07-02 08:59:56 · 10 answers · asked by seraph_errant 2 in Hunting