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Issue #125
 Week of April 28, 2008
WEEKLY FISHING TACKLE & OUTDOOR GEAR GIVEAWAYS
Bringing you articles, tips, comics, & giveaways from one of largest sports & outdoors networks online.  
IN THIS ISSUE
HOT TOPICS
FEATURED ARTICLE
SITE OF THE WEEK
OUTDOOR UPDATE
FEATURED CHARTER
ASK THE EDITOR
WEEKLY WINNER
WEEKLY FISHING FUNNY
Weekly Fishing Funny
 
JOKE OF THE WEEK
Little Timmy's Goldfish
Little Tim was in the garden filling in a hole when his neighbor peered over the fence.

Interested in what the cheeky-faced youngster was up to, he politely asked, "What'cha doing, Tim?"

"My goldfish died," replied the boy tearfully, without looking up. "I've just buried him."

The neighbor was concerned. "That's an awfully big hole for a goldfish..."

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FEATURED VIDEO
Featured Video
Fatboy Dan Catches Bluegill with an EZJigger
 
Fatboy Dan Fishing Videos
FEATURED PHOTO
AUCTION OF THE WEEK
WEEKLY FISHING WORD
Cannon Ball

There are several applications of the term Cannon Ball in the world of fishing.

1. Large split shot sinkers...usually about 1/4 oz.

2. Large round lead weights used for either deep trolling or for taking baits down deep, especially in heavy current...

Finish the Definition

More Fishing Words
and Terms
FIRST LIGHT NET NEWS

The New & Improved BigFishTackle.Com is up and running! If you haven't visited it yet, be sure to check out the site's all new features, including customized profile pages and detailed fishing pages by state!

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Fishing.US has just launched a new contest! From now until May 30, 2008, everyone who submits a blog post, posts an article, or uploads a photo to the gallery will be eligible to WIN one of three great prizes: a pair of FishGillz floating polarized sunglasses (FLN Review here), a selection of Floating Hooks (see review in this issue!), or a Ching-A-Dero Fishing Rod Holder (FLN Review here)! Don't Wait! Register for Fishing.US NOW!

Time is winding down in FishingCartoons.Com's Caption Contest!  Make sure you Vote and Submit Captions before it's too late! You could win a multitool courtesy of BocaBearings.Com or some other great Boca Bearing merchandise!

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HOT TOPICS FROM THE FORUMS
Here are some outdoors discussions going on around the net:

If you have something to share, jump right in!

FEATURED ARTICLE - PRODUCT REVIEW
Floating Hook
by FLN Product Review Author, Jason Akl

Floating Hook Out of all the specialized equipment used to make your fishing trips successful one would hardly think something as simple as a floating hook could be the difference between catching your limit or coming home empty handed.

Floating hooks can be used to http://www.fishingtacklereview.com//showproduct.php?product=99catch almost any predatory fish that swims; from trout to walleye and even catfish. The real secret of these lure's potency is their ability to be incorporated into existing casting or trolling presentations getting and keeping the bait in the strike zone longer.

One common misconception with fishing is that fish settle on the bottom of lakes and rivers waiting for food to come their way...   Read more

Check out Fishing.US for a chance to win some Floating Hooks, free of charge!

SITE OF THE WEEK - FISHING.US
 
http://www.fishing.usFishing.US is giving away a pair of FishGillz floating polarized sunglasses, a selection of Floating Hooks, and a Ching-A-Dero Fishing Rod Holder! You have three chances to win!

To enter, submit a blog post, an article, or upload a photo before May 30, 2008!

The more blogs, articles, and photos you submit, the better your chance for winning! So get started NOW!

Other sites for you to check:
OUTDOOR UPDATE
What's going on outdoors?
 

Hunting
Three more bowhunting classes scheduled this spring
FWP, Plum Creek, Stoltze, Remind Hunters To Take Special Care And Follow Road Guidelines During Spring Breakup
Hunter Education summer course scheduled
Sitka's New Line Sets the Standard in Hunting Gear and Apparel


More outdoor news at OutdoorNewsJournal.com - Also check out regional fishing news.

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FEATURED CHARTER
The Baja Mosquito Fleet - Sea of Cortez -  La Paz, Mexico

Charter of the Week - The Mosquito FleetMosquito fleet has been providing world class sport fishing in La Paz, Mexico since 1984, longer than any other local fishing fleet. They offer the ultimate in service and quality, including the most knowledgeable captains and finest crew. Their goal is to get you to the best fishing grounds and the best fishing tackle available so you can land the big ones!

Spend a couple of days in full control of your own captained boat and fish for whatever takes your fancy. Indulge in a choice of sport fishing in a Super Panga, snorkeling, free diving or just relax on a quiet beach of the beautiful Bays & Islands surrounding La Paz.

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Looking For a Charter or Guide? Try One of These Sites:
ASK THE EDITOR
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FIRST LIGHT NET'S WEEKLY TACKLE SPREE WINNER
Be sure to check if you're this week's Tackle Spree winner!
 
Other contests going on right now, brought to you by WinFreeFishingTackle.com:
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