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How to Raise Worms for Fish Bait
If you are an avid fisherman, purchasing bait on a regular basis can become quite costly. Raising your own worms is an economical way to have bait available whenever you want to go fishing. In addition, it is an environmentally friendly hobby as well. Because worms live and thrive from food scraps,
How to Make Your Own Fishing Lure
Fishing is a fun sport that people of all ages and backgrounds can enjoy. If you use live bait it doesn't get too expensive, but if you use lures and other bait the cost can quickly add up due to lost and snagged lures, hooks and such. Sometimes you may lose three or four lures in a single trip, whi
Hybrid Bluegill Fishing Tips
Hybrid bluegill are a carefully bred variety of bluegill sunfish that have characteristics making them most desirable to anglers, including large mouths, rapid growth and a willingness to consume commercial fish food. Hybrid bluegill are stocked in lakes and ponds as an inexpensive means...
Kids Experiments With Vinegar & Lightbulbs
Although there are a few experiments you can do using a combination of vinegar and light bulbs, vinegar and electricity, as a combination, can be dangerous if not supervised correctly. Both contain properties that can cause a mild explosive result, so it's sensible to keep the two apart when getting
Sport Fishing in Hilo, Hawaii
Although the Kona Coast of Hawaii's Big Island is known more for its big-game fishing and hosts the Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament, Hilo, located on the opposite side of the island, has much to offer to any experienced and novice angler. With both rivers and ocean, Hilo offers both fresh
How to Use a Flatfish Trout Lure
The flatfish lure can be used to catch a variety of fish. The unique shape of the flatfish creates a swimming action that is hard to duplicate using other lures.
What Turtles Live in Arizona?
Ornate box turtles are protected in Arizona.turtle image by tomcat2170 from Fotolia.comArizona is home to a diverse collection of reptiles and amphibians. Among its more charismatic reptiles are the turtles, which include six native species and three introduced species. Despite the state...
Hook Types for Fly Fishing
Fly fishing hooks come in a variety of sizes and shapes.hooks image by sasha from Fotolia.comSize matters when it comes to hook types for fly fishing. Using the right size hook is the most important thing followed by using the correct pattern that will attract a wary trout. There are...
Types of Fish Aquariums
Fish aquariums are glass or plastic enclosures designed to simulate the natural environment of fish. Aquariums can be customized in many ways, with the main five categories being freshwater, saltwater, brackish, reef and planted aquariums. Each of these types of fish aquariums is unique in the envir
Ice Fishing in the Poconos
As soon as Old Man Winter gets in form, ice fishing enthusiasts are checking temperatures and ice thickness, and getting all their gear ready. The Pocono Mountains region in Northeast Pennsylvania offers some ideal spots ...
How to Siphon Water Upwards for a Science Experiment
A siphon is a way to carry water uphill without the use of pumps. It consists of a hose full of water with one end in a water source and the other end pouring out into a destination that is below the source. A combination of gravity and atmospheric pressure drives the water through the hose, even if
How to Prevent Wood From Splitting
Regardless of whether in log form or cut into boards, wood will lose or gain moisture depending on humidity levels. It can be frustrating finding a great piece of lumber only to discover large cracks and splits on the ends. This prevents using the board to it's fullest potential and makes waste of t
Fishing in Eastern Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has more than 85,000 miles of rivers and streams, plus 4,000 lakes and ponds, according to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. That means a lot of opportunities for fishing. Eastern Pennsylvania boasts plenty of places for fishing by boat, in waders or along the shore. The Fish a
Purple Martin Birdhouse Maintenance
Nearly endangered at one point during twentieth century, through public education and a heightened awareness of this beneficial bird's plight, the purple martin today is a summer visitor to many locations in the United States. Dependent upon man-made housing for its living quarters, it is imperative
Ice Fishing in Wyoming
Ice fishing in Wyoming takes place during the nine-month winter. Specifically from December through March, lakes freeze and allow this sport to take shape, drawing fisherman into the icy weather with the hopes of a good catch. With several layers of clothing, a few simple techniques, and the right t
Trout Fishing in Butler County, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's numerous lakes, rivers and streams make fishing plentiful. It's home to more than 160,000 acres of lakes and ponds, not including the 470,000 acres of Lake Erie, in addition to 85,000 miles of rivers and streams. That's a lot of water for a state that doesn't border the ocean. The Pen
How to Hook a Ghost Shrimp
Ghost shrimp, also called sand shrimp, are a popular choice for bait. These shrimp live in the mud flats and sandy shoals along the Gulf coast and are either white, pale orange or both. Ghost shrimp are food for halibut, perch, corbina and yellowfin. When you're using ghost shrimp for bait, it is im
Salt Carp Bait Secrets And Expert Belachan Homemade Boilie Tips!
Salts are highly stimulatory and attractive to carp! There are a few legendary additives which add powerful natural magic to your baits and they work instantly to produce more bites! Belachan is as close to ...