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Light Cahill

June 13th, 2010 Comments off

Light Cahill

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Natural and Otherwise Headache Cures

There seem to be many headache cures available for those that take the time to do the research. Many include various medications one can take. Additionally there are many non medicinal headache cures. One non medicinal cure that is mentioned often is to pinch the headache pressure point. This is the nerve cluster that is located in the webbing between the forefinger and thumb. It is recommended to pinch this pressure point until the ache ceases. In doing this you will have found headache relief though this simple form of a cure.

The Japanese often use a method called Shiatsu. This is done by using a knuckle or hard object such as a massage stone. This object is applied with a certain degree of force at the center of a persons hairline approximately two inches above the natural hairline.

The object is to apply pressure for six seconds with the hard object and then the pressure is to be applied every two inches behind that point until one has reached the base of the skull. Once you reach this point you may give a light massage because theoretically one can ease the blood pressure through the application of pressure along these points.

Yet another novel headache cure that does not involve any medication is a mental exercise. This involves trying to visualize where the pain is occurring and to visually observe the ache. Concentrating on the headache is one form of easing the blood pressure. This may work quite well and does not require any external stimulus to relive the pain.

It is also well known that massage may help. There are also four other headache cures available that do not involve using medications but rather massage. These include eyes area massage, eyes to nose massage, neck massage and scalp massage. Each of these four methods of headache cure are natural. Upon trying these cures a person should take deep breaths and then lift their shoulders towards the ears for five to ten seconds to ease the pain and then drop them back to the normal position,

Making use of Cervical Curve Correction Device (CCCD) is an option for those wanting to try out other headache cures. This is a useful headache cure because it has been found that there are supposedly forty-five million Americans who have suffered headaches. Since these people have had the need to visit a doctor it has been learned that a major reason for having a headache is loss of normal neck curve.

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Jerry Cahill, author and webmaster, see his work at
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Christmas, Has It Become Too Commercial?

Probably the most popular time of year for many. In England there are the typical traditions synonymous with the season of good will such as the constant re-runs of classic TV episodes, the Queens speech and the mandatory list of films that are always shown Christmas day and Boxing Day.

These traditions have become the mainstay of the British Christmas for many years now and as much as we say they are tedious and annoying, we wouldn’t want to have it any other way. It has turned out to be part of the Christmas ritual for many.

With the turn of the 21st century there are however new traditions that are creeping into society. Now we must suffer the odious spectacle of the hype surrounding which talent show reject will become Christmas number one in the charts as well as who has been invited to the Beckhams Christmas party.

It seems that somewhere along the way that the holiday message has been lost and replaced by the celebrity awe struck, materialistic attitudes that are of more concern than the joy surrounding the Christmas period.

Christmas has now become a massive marketing event where companies can advertise their products as a Must Have Christmas gift. Probably the main exponents of this are companies in the games console industry. Microsoft and Sony both market their products (the Xbox360 and the Sony Playstation 3) to coincide with the Christmas period so that the masses of children will demand it from their parents. Many children now are receiving a new games console as soon as it is released regardless of the price.

It seems as thought the interest surrounding Christmas has now shifted from what the season is meant to represent and has now become a marketing and product focused event where consumer goods are in incredibly high demand and companies will try anything to make a profit during the holiday season.

It would be good to see the old traditions return and for Christmas to be celebrated for the right reasons not as a commercial opportunity. People do still enjoy the traditional ceremonies for switching on Christmas lights on high streets across the country such as the Christmas lights in Oxford Street, London which are erected by Piggotts (http://www.piggotts.co.uk/xmas-index.htm). Making these occasions more prominent would be a good way to enhance peoples Christmas spirit and for them to realise the importance of the holidays.

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Andrew Cahill 2006

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Dry Fly

May 7th, 2010 Comments off

Dry Fly

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Fly fishing- how much and where do I put gink?

Im going fly fishing for my first time and I need to know how much and where I put the gink on the dry fly. I am leaving soon

Gink is an excellent floatant!

To use it squeeze a small amount from the bottle onto your thumb-you don’t need much, just a fine line of it, more if your using larger salmon and Steelhead Flies. Ensure that the fly is dry before putting it on, otherwise it wont work as well.

If you need to dry the fy before putting it on then make a few false casts-this will generally dry most small dry flies.

Simply rub it into the WHOLE fly including the dubbing on the body and hackle, make sure you don’t use too much as its easy to add on but harder to remove.

Don’t forget you can add a little to Strike Indicator yarn if it sinks, finally don’t use gink on CdC dry flies(cul de canard-i.e. duck feathers) as it will clog the fibers instead natural CdC oil is better or Loon Aquel-works on both CdC and normal dries.

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Nymphs Trout

February 8th, 2010 Comments off

Nymphs Trout

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Fly Fishing for Trout

Fly fishing for trout is the most popular form of fly fishing. Most fly fishing techniques were developed for fly fishing for trout.

Approximately 90% of the trout feed on the bottom of a river/stream or lake; and only come to the surface when there is something large enough to eat. During the summer months, anglers should always be prepared with the right flies to match any circumstance.

Dry Fly Fishing is done with the line and flies that float, using a tapered leader, which is placed between the fly at the end of the leader next to the line. Even though most of the trout feed on the bottom, the number of trout that come to the surface is still enough to keep most anglers very busy. This type of Fly Fishing is considered to be the purest form of fishing.

In some situations anglers wade into the water to fish giving them a better chance. During these months nymph fishing may be more productive. The inactivity of surface insects is less, sending the trout to go deeper to find food. Therefore, Nymph Flies can be weight at the leader.

When river fishing, trout tend to face upstream in order to watch for food as it gets washed downstream. They tend to stay under trees when there by the bank. When fishing a river start upstream moving very slowly; allowing the fly to drift down stream for a couple of casts. Trout usually shelter behind underwater features out of the current waiting for food.

In cooler water, trout tend to bunch together and may be lured to bite on a Streamer Fly. Anglers should use a technique of casting out and slowly moving the line from left to right, back and forth to give the fly a more enticing action.

Trout not only like to stay around rocks; they also like weed beds and drop-offs. If the angler should see anything such as these, they should cast ahead of the trout and slowly pull the fly back into the trout’s area.

Fly Fishing for trout, is different from cast fishing, where the line on the cast rod is usually already tight; with fly rods there is always some extra line between the index finger, the thumb, and the reel.

So the angler is actually catching the trout while holding the line in their hands, until the trout hits the fly and the angler pulls on the line with the hand that is holding the extra line, to sink the Fly Hook, at the same time letting the extra line go.

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To learn how to fly fish for trout go to http://www.flyfishing-for-beginners.com

Spring High Water Time – Best Time of Year For Trophy Trout Fisherman

High water can be a springtime delight or peril for serious trout anglers and sports fisherman. . During springtime fishing you can count on cold bank full water whether it is the upper Midwest, northeast or up in Canada. On top of that a sudden rain shower or spring thunderstorm can add to the extra water and add to the fishing mix. What to do to make the most and the best of the situation?

First of all if you do see streams starting to flood form a sudden rain shower or thunderstorm – then its time to get out that fishing rod. Especially in the case of Trout Fishing its that first interval of rising water that will possibly your best shot of the year at that trophy killer Trout Fish. Trout fishing experts have shared the secrets that often the very best time of the year for those wily trout when the very first intervals of rising water emerge, that is those rare and great time points that happen just as the streams starts to go off-color with silt.

It seems that as the water level goes up and the water become cloudy, trout become more than unusually aggressive. On top of that it can be said that seldom is a trout a passive fish. Not only do these trout fish seem to sense and influx of food and feeding stock for them brought by the flooding, but also the somewhat murky water give them a great sense of security from predators. You can almost bet that old wise old brown trout that somehow knew more than well enough to elude, hide and stay far away from your fishing gear last summer can now well be in your sights and on your fishing line both from a new found feeling of invulnerability as well as even that trout fish’s own greed and hunger. Scrip a big streamer fly, toss a larger Rapala or slowly roll a rigged minnow through a fishing pond or pool. Then, it’s just a waiting game for that big strike.

Trout activity may well seem to lessen as short term flooding peaks. However do not give up or despair. You can almost count on a second run of a feeding cycle for the trout. It often occurs just as the flood waters drop within the period of time just before the water fully clears. This time interval for the trout fisherman can almost be like a bonanza fishing period – a true “golden time”.

If there is one word of advice for both lives struggles as well as that of the sports fisherman it is “go with the flow”. When the abnormally high flows from spring runoff are pushing rocks down the riffles, where trout usually hold and wait, the trout tend to move out “of the way”. These edges of riffle will become your prime trout lies. Watch out for prime trout fishing areas where the trout fish may hold and wait behind what are now newly submerged rocks and along grassy stream banks. In addition other good high quality high water areas include the insides of river bends where the current has less power and force and where the silt, sticks and leaves accumulate to the bottom.

Work and rework these areas by carefully a drifting a nymph or Wet Fly. Worm fisherman often fined that they do best by keeping their bait moving slowly and consistently along the bottom. Rig a split shot or two about a foot above your bait, cast upstream, and let the wonders of the water’s current roll these worms along the bottom as you feel the gentle tick-tick-tick of your split shot moving along those rocks.

Water temperatures can be more than key to your success on your day or days of fishing heaven. All things being considered water temperature is generally cool if not very cold during the springtime. In general if the water is high and colder than 50 degrees Fahrenheit you will need a good collection of fish nymphs, small jig, or natural baits. These fish baits should be pulled slowly along the bottom of the waters. In these cold waters of springtime your targeted trout fish will be sluggish in nature and will not move far away to take the bait.

However on the other side if the coin, if the water temperature is 50 degrees or higher (to a maximum of 70 degrees), not only will the trout fish be more active. The food sources that the trout feed on will also be substantially more active than in cold waters. Minnows and crayfish will be moving around at a good pace. In addition the broods of aquatic insects will begin to hatch as well. In high water, minnows will move to edges and other areas of lesser, moderated current and currents. Hence for wise choices Streamer Flies, minnow-imitating plugs are all good options for these trout in warmer waters. Mayflies and caddis will sill emerge in the higher flows with quieter edges and backwaters harboring and concentrating both emerging insects and your wily trout.

You are there to catch those trout fish. Even if you are unsuccessful in your attempts to land the big one – that “killer ” or “trophy” trout there will always be another grand day of fishing. A bad day of fishing is always better than the best day at work.

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Carp Fly Fishing Techniques

February 5th, 2010 Comments off

Carp Fly Fishing Techniques

An Introduction to the Art of Fly-fishing

Fly fishing differs from regular fishing because you don’t use a heavy lure and a light line. Instead, using a fake fly on the end of the line, you cast out a heavy line with a thinner leader on the end. Often a color of ribbon, thread, or fur is tied to the fly. This gives fish the impression that what they see is a bug that they eat. Fly Fishing Lines are much heavier than regular fishing line, but are often designed to float. There are two types of fly fishing. Dry Fly fishing involves the fly remaining on the surface of the water. Wet water fly fishing involves sinking the fly down into the water. Both methods are very effective. The use of the techniques is up to the person fishing and the circumstances on “fishing trips.

Fly fishing is practiced throughout the United States and Canada. The most common states for fly fishing are Montana, Utah, Idaho, Colorado, California, and Alaska. This is because of the amount of fish flowing through the Rocky Mountain area. West Yellowstone is considered the major hub for great fly fishing. More fish are caught here than any other location. Areas of Canada including Alberta as well as other water areas throughout the world are great locations for fly fishing.

Fly fishing is a great sport enjoyed by fisherman all over the world. This method of fishing requires artificial flies, and a rod that is very flexible. The sport of fly fishing has been around since at least 200 A.D. The first knowledge of the sport is found in books written during that time period. Today the sport remains very popular. Most people fly fish for trout, salmon, and bass.

This sport of fly fishing continues to be very popular, with no sign of letting up any time soon. Fly fishing enthusiasts spend lots of time and money fly fishing. They buy the best equipment and travel to the best fishing locations, hoping to be lucky enough to catch that great fish swimming upstream.

About the Author

Stevie James is an experienced fisherman who has set up a Free Fishing Information website to offer free tips, techniques and tutorials that will really help you on the way to more successful and more enjoyable fishing!

Barramundi Fishing in Thailand, an Amazing Days Fishing for the Ultimate Predator

 

Firstly, I have to admit my ignorance, when I was told that there were Barramundi in Thailand I was very surprised. Thinking they were only native to Australia, it was pointed out to me that these fish in fact populate many freshwater lakes throughout Asia. So I went along to Bor Num Lake with a friend of mine (John); who is also a keen angler and has been living in Bangkok for over thirteen years.

 

The lake is actually called Bor Num Barramundi fishing park, and the ticket for the day cost 100 Thai baht (approx 2 British pounds or 3 US dollars), excellent value for money. It is possible to hire spinning rods and tackle for an additional 100 baht per person. Bor Num Lake also offers the chance to try your hand at fly fishing; the price is the same which ever code of fishing is chosen. It was suggested to us that we use lures when fishing for the barramundi, we were in total agreement -lure fishing always appeals- as the action and excitement is second to none when fishing for predators using this system.

 

It turns out that fishing for barramundi is extremely popular amongst Thais, especially at the weekends where many come to enjoy the fishing activities. Though catching and eating your quarry is something that has never appealed to me, many anglers here, Thais and foreigners alike do. You can enjoy these fish in the restaurant for -an additional cost- if you so wish, the fish is prepared by the local chefs to your taste (the lake is frequently stocked, to counter the fish taken for the pot).You can always put the fish back if this is not your bag.

 

There is not much protection from the sun here, so one must stay well covered up as the sun will easily nuke the skin, even sun block struggles to keep the rays at bay. So a good hat and a long sleeved shirt are the order of the day.

 

The staff were very friendly giving us plenty of tips and advice, without which I feel we may have struggle to catch; when fishing here one needs to use different techniques than when at home fishing.

 

The Barramundi have been farmed commercially in lakes here in Thailand for over twenty years, they are extremely aggressive hunters and when hooked give one serious fight. Usually clearing the water with energetically charged leaps, which causes large splashes as they land again, bringing the angler much approved applause and cheer from the local observers.

 

We found that poppers with a fly attached to a 30lb leader proved to be the most successful lures (as recommended by the guide). Barramundi have a sharp gill plate and the larger fish can cut through 40lb Fluorocarbon shock leader in one swipe. We used bait casting rods 6 feet in length and bait casting reels which are used specifically for lure fishing (they look very much like multiplying reels).

 

The lake is not a fish farm and it is quite easy to blank here if the wrong methods are used, but if you get it right a fantastic day will be had. The fish do vary in size form 1kg (2.2lb) up to and beyond 10kg (22lbs).

 

Unbelievably the first cast of the day resulted in John hitting into a monster, with in seconds this Barramundi leapt clear of the water creating much excitement in the camp (the guide pointing out that when the fish breaches the water, it is best to lower the tip of the rod, so as not to give the fish too much chance of shedding the hook) John then proceeded to wrestle for a further five minutes with his quarry, again the magnificent barramundi cleared the water several more times before finally subduing to the net. A 4.8kg fish on the first cast and about twenty more in total, not bad at all for a couple of beginners.

 

A few tips:-

 

It is debatable whether to use a tour company or not. If you are confident of finding your way and have your own transport then it is not essential to pay the extra for a tour company. The staff at Born Num is very experienced and probably knows more about their water than the guides from agencies.

 

If live bait fishing you must buy out the fish, you can not catch and release when live baiting due to the almost guaranteed take.

 

A small tip is appreciated but not compulsory for the guides at Bor Num – we gave B100 tip for good service all day

 

The guides are kept very bust usually looking after 5 or 6 anglers at a time.

 

Food and drinks are ordered via the guide, so you do not have to leave the waters edge.

 

Toilets are not European Style, but clean.

 

There is a very friendly atmosphere and the local fishermen are only too willing to help, giving friendly advice and tips without being too intrusive.

 

So all in all a fantastic day was had by all and we became hooked ourselves and will certainly be returning to Bor Num very soon.

 

About the Author

Jason Butler is a free lance writer. He is currently residing in Thailand and enjoying life. Writing articles on Fishing and Steam engine models is a passion of his. He is also a scuba Diving Instructor with over ten years experience.

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Flies Saltwater

December 29th, 2009 Comments off

Flies Saltwater

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Saltwater Fly Fishing Tips

Are you a seasoned Freshwater Fly fisherman or a saltwater fisherman looking to add a new and fresh dimension to your angling pleasure? Why not take up saltwater fly fishing? It is a wonderful pastime although it can be challenging.

If you are already doing freshwater fly fishing, be prepared to gear up for a different type of fishing. You will in all likelihood need a heavier rod, reel, and line. What is the reason for this? Well, unlike fishing freshwater, the ocean or bay tends to be windier and you need more weight to slice through the wind. Additionally, the fish tend to be heavier in the saltwater.

For example, the best models for all around use would be a rod 8-1/2 to 9 feet long. Line Weight? Again, for all around use a 7, 8 or 9 Weight Line would be ideal. It goes without saying that you need to use a rod and reel balanced to your line weight. Of course these are just average weights. If you know you will be fishing in primarily low wind conditions, you can bump your line weight down three notches or so and for high wind, you can bump it up three notches. Since fly fishing equipment is expensive, do your homework and buy what will work for you.

The Fly Patterns used in Saltwater are different than the ones you would use in fresh water. This makes sense when you think of it because the food available to the fish is different. Remember, match the hatch. Some popular patterns are crabs, shrimp, baitfish, and marine worms. Just as with fresh water, what works splendidly on one day might be a total wash on the next.

How does the fisherman find the most productive water? Consider that tidal activity is the device that modulates the entire living environment of the shoreline. Let’s consider the Gulf of Mexico since that is what I am most familiar with.

Passes and estuaries bring in fresh saltwater from the Gulf and approximately six hours afterwards return a more diluted mix of water back to the Gulf. Flats and estuaries go through a cycle of being flooded and almost drained. This serves to provide the food eaten by the baitfish and other prey that attract redfish, drum, trout, and other gulf game fish.

This constant flooding/flush cycle generates natural channels. All life forms use these channels as “roads” on which they travel. These channels are any number of sizes, depending on local conditions. They can up to a hundred yards wide and several inches or a few feet deeper than the surrounding bottom. Phytoplankton languidly float in the prevailing current and your baitfish come along next, because phytoplankton is their primary food source. The game fish you are after navigate these “roads” and feed on the baitfish, crabs, and other prey. You, as a fly fisherman, use these same roads to find and flush out your prey, which is of course the game fish.

So you see, you are just another part of the natural cycle of life. By becoming familiar with the local tides (you can buy a chart or just reference the newspaper) and the whereabouts of your channels, the fisherman can find the areas where game fish are active and the when their feeding is most likely to be aggressive.

Now let’s take a few moments to consider how you are going to get to the fish. If you are fishing close to shore, say on a pier or on the shore, you can just find a spot where you judge the fish to be and where you can make a good presentation. A popular alternative to this is wading. If you are wading, stingrays can be a real problem. Fortunately, some of the newer waders on the market are made of a material that deals with this very effectively. One case of stepping on a stingray’s tail will ruin potentially a month’s worth of fishing as you recuperate.

About the Author

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best saltwater fishing information possible. Get more information on saltwater fly fishing here: http://www.asksaltwaterfishing.com

Fly Fishing Is A Unique Experience

Fly-fishing is a form fishing that uses a different method of catching the species that live and breathe under water. The method is referred to as angling. This method is used to target mostly trout and salmon. Recently the target list has extended to fish like bass, pike and carp. Historically fly fishing an ancient method of catching fish that originated in Scotland and Northern Europe.

There are many and various types of flies being used in fly-fishing. In modern fishing methods there are various types of fish being used to catch the designated target. The following is a list of types of fish; dry flies and emergers (for example midges or stoneflies), nymphs (for example mayflies or eggs and worms), streamers Wet Flies (for example buggers and leeches), Saltwater Flies (for examples sailfish and marlin), bass and panfish flies (for example crawfish and eels), salmon and Steelhead Flies (for example Atlantic Salmon Flies).

Certain gear is needed when fly-fishing. The first item on the list is fly rods, in which size and usage is important. It is important to match the fly rod with the Fly Line according to weight. Matching the weight of the two items is important to have positive casting results. The size of the fly rods can be anywhere from #0, #1, #2 and are used for the lightest trout and panfish rods up to powerful and heavy #16 rods for the largest saltwater game fish.

Another item needed for fly-fishing is a bamboo split cane. This allows for a better performance in the freshwater Trout Fishing situations. Synthetic fly rods are usually used and offer a greater versatility, stiffness, power and performance than a bamboo split cane. The advantages are that they are less expensive and require less maintenance. Finally, fly reels are manually operated. Although in recent years, more advanced models have been developed to deal bigger fish and more demanding situations. These models increase the drag and retrieval performance.

Fly-fishing is an ancient method of catching fish. It is more demanding because you are limited to the types of fish you can catch. You need the appropriate gear to catch the trout or the salmon. Today’s modern techniques used in fly-fishing have been developed to meet more challenging situations, such as bigger weight of the fish. These modern advancements prepare the fly fisherman to successfully meet his quota by using the methodology appropriately.

There are many popular locations for fly-fishing mostly in the Northern United States and Canada. Alaska is another popular place for the activity. Some places in the United States are Utah, Idaho, Colorado, Montana and California are just a few places.

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