Weekend Fishing/Catfish Bait Recipe

It's the weekend again, and you know what that means! Fishing! This weekend we (Mike and I) are trying for catfish and hopefully we'll catch some. Here are some tips you can try out on your fishing trip!

Rod and Reel

When fishing for catfish it’s good to have a nice strong rod and reel. An Eagle claw® Featherlight rod is pretty good. It’s got a 5-6 ft. rod with a 6 pound test line great for small catfish.

Fishing Line

You should always change your line about every six months; because of the sun and water your line may become weak.

Where to fish

When going after catfish you look for area’s that catfish may be in such as under water logs, reeded and rocky spots.

Bait

You have many different kinds of bait used to catch catfish. The one’s used most is hog wild and chicken liver. But you have many other kinds of catfish bait like meal worms, night crawlers, stink bait, marshmallows, cheese garlic balls, soft bait, blood worms, frogs etc. You can also make your own bait when fishing for catfish.

Catfish Bait Recipe

Take a can of dog food and mix it with 1oz of garlic, ½ cup of cornmeal, ¼ cup of cheese. Roll into little balls about the size of a marble, just big enough to cover what ever size hook you are using. Garlic is for smell, corn meal and cheese help hold the dog food together longer. After you roll the bait balls keep them in a cool place, it works better.

Weight
The weight is very important. Weight will determine how far or how short you will be able to cast your cast your line. If you’re near or over rocks use top action. Use 1/8oz weight and a float to keep you on the top of the water and out of the rocks. If you’re using any ounce of egg weight your weight will rise a little off the bottom. If you’re using 1/2oz or 1oz lead weight its best if you put your weight on the bottom and your rig above the weight.

Hooks
Be sure not sto use a hook that is to big for the bait you are using. If you’re using night crawlers you might want to use a 4 or 6 size hook. If you’re using chicken liver you might won’t to use a 2 or 4 size hook. If you’re using stink bait, soft bait, cheese or hog wild bait use a size 8 treble hook.

Mom's O'BRIEN KIELBASA SKILLET Recipe

O'BRIEN KIELBASA SKILLET

INGREDIENTS - 1 POUND FULLY COOK KIELBASA SAUSAGE CUT INTO 1/2 INCH PIECES. We have used smoked sausage, and ham. Left over baked chicken would be
good also. We have also used Jimmy Deans fresh sausage)

1 (24 ounce) package frozen O'Brien hash brown potatoes
3 tablespoons cooking oil and olive oil.
pepper to taste

1. In a large skillet, brown sausage, remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add potatoes and oil to sausage drippings. Cover and cook over medium heat until
browned. Season with pepper. Return sausage to the pan, cover and cook until heated through. (If any leftovers, its good with eggs for breakfast)

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Radar/Laser Detectors

Since we have brought up the use of radar and laser detectors, I would like to refer to an article written by Robert Grazian.

Early warning radar detectors minimize chances of getting a speeding ticket. People who spend lots of time in their car visiting, vacationing, commuting must show some sensibility and make their lives secure and safe as far as possible. Early warning radar detectors alert you to emergency hazards vehicles, simultaneously reminding you that you are driving at a dangerous speed. Life is really busy these days. Due to such busy life it is simply not possible for people to avoid the speeding rules. Every place has a different set of rules for speed limits. One has to drive according to these rules. But situation does not always allow people to drive according to the speed limit situations. Speed limits are to be followed, but in certain situations people are not able to do that. In this situation, people prefer to have a radar detector in their car. In this way the radar detectors help them in speed reduction when radar is closer by. In this way one can drive at full pace where there is no speed detector. Once you get nearer to radar, the detector warns you and you can always slow down to avoid the speeding ticket. The earlier you get the warning of this radar the better it will be for you.
This device has a accurate level of reading signals and also determines how far they are. It does not radiate signals that can be located by the police gadget. Thus it gives the driver highest protection. The voice alert allows you to concentrate on driving and on the road. This device prevents false alarm, protects the vehicle from all direction, alerts against hazardous roads, rail road crossings and emergency vehicles. It helps to determine the distance between the police and the driver.
Speeding has become a norm and is commonly accepted. Early warning radar detectors have become a necessity for the drivers since it helps to get away with the law. When the driver is alerted in advance, he gets ample time to adjust his speed. All these are basically help to evade speeding tickets.
Radar detectors will let you drive confidently with pressure and stress. This is what your investment will give you. Detectors are available in 3 varieties: cordless, corded and remote mounted. Cordless detector is generally easy to install. Corded detector provides the supreme limit of detection and is usually installed on the windshield. Remote mounted detectors are undetected by thieves. This device is useful in urban areas.
We can only conclude that early warning radar detectors can be beneficial to people who drive long distance daily and unable to check the speedometer constantly. Occasional travelers must drive cautiously within the speeding limits and save the expense of buying a radar detector.
Robert Grazian is an accomplished niche website developer and author. To learn more about early warning radar detectors visit Best Radar Detectors for current articles and discussions.
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Weekend of Wii and Pizza

This weekend I got to spend time with Mikes nephews. There was a lot of junk food and video game action over the duration! We don't get to spend too much time with the kids but now that school's out, we'll be able to see a lot more of them.

The only drag is the drive to pick them up. They live about 40 minutes away. Its not that far but it is that boring. Like a flat sea of nothing to look at! On that drive, it's easy to get a heavy foot if you know what I mean. I dont get too worried though, it's a flat stretch with not a lot of patrol on it. Plus I have one of those handy dandy radars that let me know if I should ease up on the gas pedal. I haven't had it for very long and but it does come in handy! It alerts me if there's any road hazards, emergency vehicles, railroad crossings and if someone's on patrol! If your ever traveling it is something I would definitely recommend having, and using.

*Travel Tips* -

• Pack a "Car Kit" for each child. Choose age-appropriate items including crayons or markers, pads of paper, bandanas, personal travel pillows, games, small toys, a few treats
• Pack electronic devices. Consider a Radar Detector, portable DVD player, GPS receiver, and audio books. Electronic entertainment devices can be helpful if you're stuck in a traffic jam or you've exhausted all other options.
• Pack good eats. Though the kids may argue this point, it is not necessary to stop at every fast-food joint along the way. In fact, it is possible to get good nutrition on the road. Make sure everyone drinks twice as much water as they might at home. Take a good cooler along and eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables

Well aside from the drive the weekend was a lot of fun. The kids brought their Wii, and we rented a fun game, and bought some Take N Bake pizza.

(*Tip for when cooking pizza- After baking on the tray for 10 minutes, slide it directly onto the rack for a few minutes to crisp it up!*)

I know the kids had fun and so did we, so it was tough having to take them back home. We, once again, made that 40 minute drive (radar protected drive that is) both ways and stopped off for Frostys to end the weekend on a high note.