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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[Backpacker Paddle Demo Days this weekend]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[The Backpacker has announced Paddle Demo Days this weekend. 

Lafayette Store - Sugar Mill Pond, Youngsville
Saturday, May 19th
10:00am to 2:00pm

Baton Rouge Store - LSU Lakes, Wampold Park
Sunday, May 20th
12 noon to 4:00pm

Models include Hobie, Wilderness Systems, Perception, Old Town, Kajun Kayak, Ocean Kayak, Yolo.  Please call 800-414-4685 if you wish to demo any particular model.]]></summary>
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				<name><![CDATA[Catchmeister]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-17T20:10:23Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[First Marlin]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[It might not qualify as a proper Laflyfish fish, but I caught my first blue marlin on stand-up tackle last week in the Dominican Republic, where I was fishing with Brandon Carter and Andy Holcomb, both of Fathom Offshore, and the Grand Slam Group's Guy Tillotson. The boys estimated the fish at 225 to 250 pounds or, as I prefer to say, somewhere south of 800 pounds. Whatever the size, it was a beast that hit a black-and-orange Calico Jack, which will go into a shadow box.

I'll post a photo when I get it. My hands were full, so I didn't have a chance to snap my own shot.

I should note that my fish went back to the water, ready to play tag again if you can find him.]]></summary>
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				<name><![CDATA[kjnengr]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-17T18:16:29Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[A Fly Rod In MY Sea Bag  by Joel G. Stewart]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Autographed copies of my friend Commander Joel Stewart's book, A Fly Rod In My Sea Bag, can be found in my fly shop.  [b]Note, 25% of the royalties and my profit will go to Project Healing Waters.[/b]  Joel started the Baghdad Angler's Club and School of Fly Fishing when he was stationed in Iraq.

[b]ABOUT THE BOOK[/b]

On May 1st, 2005, a Montana fly angler-turned-sailor arrived in the desert nation of Iraq as part of a coalition of forces working to bring peace to a war-torn countryside. A naval officer assigned to the Multi-National Corps Iraq, Joel Stewart found himself based in Camp Victory on the grounds of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein's former Al Faw Palace. With numerous man-made lakes stocked by the former dictator with a variety of sport fish, in the down hours from a stressful job in a war zone, Commander Stewart did what any good fisherman would do -- he went fishing. With the foresight to have packed a fly rod in his sea bag, in a desert oasis built by a brutal dictator, Stewart began an odyssey unparalleled in the history of fishing. As he discovered the strange fish inhabiting the lakes in the Camp Victory compound, he began to share his catches with friends via the internet. Others, fascinated by Commander Stewart's catches, began to join him, and soon he was teaching numerous others how to fly fish. Thus, the Baghdad School of Fly Fishing was born, an angling club that remained in existence for the remainder of the time American troops were in Iraq.

From the many tales of fish caught and released and hooked and lost, to the struggles of finding fishing equipment and how numerous individuals and companies stepped up to the plate, to the growth of the Baghdad Angler's Club, the story of fly fishing in Iraq will fascinate fishermen and non-anglers alike. 

[b](NOTE: I will make no apologies about this "blatant commercialism" nor will I remove it from the General Discussion board unless instructed by Catch Cormier.  Larry Offner)[/b]

[img]http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i46/bloffner/flyfishiraq_med.jpg[/img]]]></summary>
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				<name><![CDATA[Catchmeister]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-17T16:27:40Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[North Louisiana Fly Fishers May 2012 newsletter]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[The next meeting of the North Louisiana Fly Fishers will be on Tuesday, May 15, at Shane's Seafood and Barbecue on Mansfield Road. Meeting begins at 7:00pm.  Please arrive early if planning to eat.  Guest speaker will be Mr. Larry Offner, owner of Warmfly.com website and Green Trout Fly Shop. 

The May, 2012 edition of the newsletter is now available online.

[url=http://www.laflyfish.com/clubs/NLFF_12_May.pdf]www.laflyfish.com/clubs/NLFF_12_May.pdf[/url]  (691kb)

In this issue:
- Erik Dilts reviews this past month
- The Annual Banquet is booked at the Dorcheat Seafood Grill. 
- Work on the club website should start this week. Hopefully it will up and running soon.
- NLFF donates flies for Sutton’s Children’s Hospital auction.
- NLFF looking at moving meeting date to improve attendance.
- Spring Thaw outing at Plain Dealing Lake a big success!
- May 19th demo fly tying at Bass Pro. 9AM to 2PM
- June 7th monthly Fly Tying workshop, Frank Harmon and Erik Dilts instructors.
- June 22-24: Grand Isle Weekend.  NLFF members invited to join other LA and MS club members.

Another good job, Linda and Bud!  :to:]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[Catchmeister]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-17T15:16:24Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[New Batch of Poppers... Color?]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[I'm tying up a new batch of poppers for the summer:

[img]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-JeWVO13ADcA/T6XDjaED-0I/AAAAAAAAAKo/rLR4nzv-5UI/s640/2012-05-05%252019.14.29.jpg[/img]

I will most likely be using them for redfish, speckled trout and the occasional green trout.  What colors are your go-to colors for poppers?

I was thinking at least one all black, at least one chartreuse, and a bright one like pink or orange, but have plenty colors of paint and dressing, and it is a short trip to the store to get more colors.

Thanks,
DFL]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[Kirk Dietrich]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-17T15:14:41Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[Redfish on Top w/Barret Bertucci]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Here is a video I made from a trip Barret and I made on May 5, 2012. It ain't Mucidoc quality but I hope ya'll like it.

[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TiXgW7B2sso&list=UUzxseg2sK-gUwjxnBgSyqrw&index=1&feature=plcp[/url]

Kirk]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[Kirk Dietrich]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-17T14:03:34Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[RSFF Catch and Eat Advice for Stinkpots]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Gentlemen,

I need your advice.  JR and I will be able to fish Saturday and we'll fish the Leeville area from a bay boat.  I fished this area a lot many years ago from a flatboat and more recently from a kayak, but, never from a boat drawing about 12-14 inches of water.  So.....   where would you guys suggest fly fishing?  Or should I head on down to the island?]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[valvguy1]]></name>
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			</author>
			<updated>2012-05-17T02:17:05Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[Wading and Surf Fishing]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[I'm taking a trip to Destin, FL next week and I was wanting to try some surf fishing while I was there. Not gonna bring the yak so I'm Gonna have to wade or cast from the shore. Anybody have experience in this type of fishing? Any advice is welcome, thanks in advance!]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[kjnengr]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-16T20:40:54Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[New pass on Mississippi River]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[There was an article on front page of yesterday's Baton Rouge Advocate about a new pass created by the Mississippi River near Bohemia.  The new pass is just a few miles north of a proposed major diversion in the state's Coastal Master Plan.

According to Dr. John Lopez with the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation:

"The Bohemia Spillway, located along the east bank of the Mississippi River two miles south of Pointe a la Hache, La., is a rare opportunity to observe the natural processes and potential benefits of the Mississippi River flow into the Louisiana wetlands. Because there is no artificial river levee to obstruct flow during high water, the river has been flowing into the adjacent wetlands for 85 years. In 2011, the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation (LPBF) conducted a hydrologic study of how much water enters the spillway and where it flows during floods. It was over the course of this work that LPBF researchers made an unexpected discovery: a new channel was being cut by the flowing water from the Mississippi River."

I found this presentation that includes multiple photos and a summation of what's taking place:

[url]http://www.saveourlake.org/PDF-documents/our-coast/Bohemia/Presentation-SLFPAE-Mar-15-2012.pdf[/url]]]></summary>
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				<name><![CDATA[Catchmeister]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-16T16:27:22Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[TFO New Half-Weight Rod]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Press Release
May 15, 2012

Temple Fork Outfitters New Half-Weight

For most of us, it wasn’t on expansive waterways or endless oceans where our passion for fly fishing evolved. More likely, we started on a small stream, creek or pond stalking vibrant brookies or bluegills. In honor of this water and the little fish that call it home, we introduce our Finesse Series Half Weight.

The Finesse Series Half Weight is engineered with the same materials and taper that facilitates such accurate and delicate presentations that the TFO Finesse family is known for. At a featherweight 1.2 ounces and 22 inch pack length, this is a little 5 foot rod that is guaranteed to make you smile – to conjure up memories of small fish past … and future. The Half Weight features a cigar-style grip comprised of flor grade cork and is handsomely finished with a burled cork butt. Two adjustable sliding rings enable varying reel placements for finding the perfect balance. Of course it is light on your wallet too at $159.95 and is covered by TFO’s industry leading warranty.

If you are wondering how to find a line, the Half Weight loads and unloads wonderfully within distances of as little as five feet with one or even two weight lines. It works with as little as 15 grains of line and will deliver a full 30′ of 2 weight line too! This makes delicate presentations in tight spaces or heavy cover a pleasure. Paired up with our newest BVK “0″ click pawl reel at $149.95, you’ll have a perfectly balanced outfit. Both are available now and you can find your local TFO dealer at [url=http://www.templeforkflyrods.com]www.templeforkflyrods.com[/url].

Contact:
Jim Shulin
Temple Fork Outfitters
8115 Sovereign Row
Dallas, TX 75247
(800) 638-9052 Ph
(214) 638-8143 Fax
jim@templeforkflyrods.com
[url=http://www.templeforkflyrods.com]www.templeforkflyrods.com[/url]

Tom Jindra
Regional Marketing Rep: TFO / Grand Slam Group
2501 Prancer St
New Orleans, LA 70131
Phone: 504-392-7511
tomjindra@cox.net
website: [url=http://www.tomjindra.com]www.tomjindra.com[/url]]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[Catchmeister]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-16T16:00:06Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[VOSI shortage?]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[The worldwide demand for Vertically Oriented Strike Indicators (VOSIs) has outstripped supply.  Here in the Baton Rouge area, I've been to Walmart, Academy, Bass Pro and Cabelas and none currently have the Comal 1.5-inch (slim) no-slot styrofoam peg floats I use for VOSIs  (and for making small Perch Float Poppers).

[img]http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/yhst-11171626342160_2179_2772255[/img]

I know that Green Trout Fly Shop sells VOSIs, already cut in half, and with pegs on all pieces. Larry's stock was running low last time I checked.

I went ahead and ordered 100 from Comal. They don't sell directly but given that their sales have grown leaps and bounds thanks to my innovation, they are most grateful  (perhaps they could put me on their pro staff  :lol: )
A hundred cut into half makes 200 VOSIs... enough to last me thru summer.

Let's hope this shortage doesn't result in price-gouging by OPFC (Organization of Perch Float Companies).]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[valvguy1]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-15T21:28:22Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[Red River advice]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[I am planning a week long trip to Natchitoches for fishing around Memorial Holiday.  I am staying on Bayou Pierre that flows into Red River.   I have put off planning a trip and ended up deciding on this spot.  Staying at Blind Faith Ranch it looks nice though.  Is anyone familiar with this area?   I hate to take good advice with with first post without giving anything back.  I belong to a few other sights though but wanted to hear from Louisiana experts.  I have never been to Louisiana before.    I have been interested with fishing down here since watching the Swamp People TV show.  I live in Illinois.   I am bringing a Ranger boat on trip with casting and fly tackle.   I am in search of whatever bites but like bass the most.   I usually catch and release too tired to clean fish at end of the day anyway.  Is my boat too big to fish the area or has anyone fished that area before, Red River (Natchitoches), Sibley Lake, Black Laker, or Pierre Bayou.     I have fished down south before Lake Okeechobee and Everglades for Bass.  I imagine this will be similar because it is shallow.   I would like to fish areas with Cypress trees I think they look cool.  Closest ones here (Chicago) are 4 hours south.  Any adivice would be great, I will post a report upon return.]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[Steve Lee]]></name>
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			<updated>2012-05-15T20:21:13Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[Waddill Weekend]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Plans to fish the "Bass On The Fly" tournament this weekend were spoiled when my Highlander had to be taken into the shop for electrical work. Got it back in time Friday to make a short 50-minute trip to Waddill ponds before they closed.  Caught 6 bass, from 8 inches to 15 inches, on a small frog-colored popper I picked up from Green Trout Fly Shop. Saturday before the rains came, I went back and caught an even dozen bass, all under 12 inches, using a size 8 blue Boogle Bug. Which I later lost... but was replenished by a trip to Orvis and use of a discount card to buy a bunch more. The reason for their change in color preference may have been due to many more damselflies out Saturday than on Friday. There was also bream spawning activity... a good number of beds, and several fish swarming around each. The only fly that seemed to work was a size 12 SR71 woolybugger, and not that good either. But the few caught were BIG!]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[flyfish]]></name>
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			</author>
			<updated>2012-05-15T00:05:27Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[Of using every inch of your brush shaft]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[So this weekend I prepared myself for the torrential downpour that was forecast.  I decided that I needed to make some extra VOSIs for the upcoming trip.

I used this neat little tool to cup the face:

[img]http://www.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/i/m/image_17084.jpg[/img] 

Then I was out of plastic "sticks" for the VOSIs so I got to thinking.  When I use epoxy I use these  [img]http://di104.shopping.com/images/di/65/66/4a/674458685f584c52355052793133657a5f4151-100x100-0-0.jpg?p=p11.7563707c198258d7b37c&a=1&c=1&l=8058196&t=120514100254&r=6[/img].  I use the back end to mix the epoxy and the brush end to coat with epoxy.  Afterwards, I cut off the plastic shaft and hang on to them.  It occured to me that by trimming the ends - I could end up with extra VOSI's sticks that I needed.  

The next project will be turning the gray "buffing" end of this little grinder into the direct drive for a brush making machine.  It comes with a rheostat for variable speed.]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[valvguy1]]></name>
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			</author>
			<updated>2012-05-14T14:07:07Z</updated>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[The Ultimate Conservationist!]]></title>
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			<summary type="html"><![CDATA[So.......being really concerned with Conservation of our native fish species I've long fished with a barbless (really to make unhooking myself easy) hook.  I have, however, moved on to another whole realm of Fishing Conservation - Hookpointless Fishing.  I discovered this new method in the waning minutes of light yesterday evening.  I caught a few bream early - and then proceeded to "set the hook" on a few later that all seemed to spit the hook after a short, intense fight.  When I went to secure my rod - I noticed one Cap Spider (still perfectly intact Catch, thank you very much) sans a hook point.  The hook point had broken off right after the bend of the hook started.  I hope you don't mind me taking this opportunity to congratulate myself for finding a new "sporting" way to fish!

So now I have to my credit........  the Jitterbee Worm and Hookpointless Fishing.  What an Innovator, huh?]]></summary>
			<author>
				<name><![CDATA[Cliff Hilbert]]></name>
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			</author>
			<updated>2012-05-14T03:06:51Z</updated>
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