Buzz Bryson
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OK, I’ll admit to aging toward the “ancient” stage, having started fishing when there were still steel casting rods, cheap “Japanese bamboo” rods (in retrospect, I believe these were inexpensive Japan-made knockoff reproductions of quality domestic cane rods), and the beginning of fiberglass rods.
I have the 1510, and would pack two bodies, several lenses, filters, flashes, off camera flash cords, etc., in it.
Definitely need a couple of microfiber cloths to clean any salt spray off of lenses/filters, particularly if you’re planning any fishing boat trips.
SMB in Little Tennessee, which is trib to Ohio, and eventually goes to Gulf. And since Little T begins in GA (barely), there should be a few SMB there.
TSA’s web site (http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/assistant/editorial_1188.shtm) has not changed (relative to fishing gear) in some time. The problem, in my experience, is that the “checkers” perhaps aren’t as familiar with their own rules as they should be, checkers change often, and some tend to make up the rules on the spot.
Fishing Rods / Poles
Fishing Rods are permitted as carry-on and checked baggage. However, please check with your air carrier to confirm that it fits within their size limitations for carry-on items. Ultimately, it is the carrier’s decision as to whether or not it can be transported as carry-on baggage.Tackle Equipment
Fishing equipment should be placed in your checked baggage. Some tackle equipment can be considered sharp and dangerous. Expensive reels or fragile tackle such as fly’s should be packed in your carry-on baggage.So in the last three sentences, TSA advises us to check your fly gear, but that it’s OK to carry on expensive/fragile stuff (like “fly’s”).
I’ve not experienced the “rod is a weapon”, “line can be used to tie up people” issues with carry-on tackle; others have. But then I carry on camera gear and laptop, and not tackle. I usually just take two checked bags, split the fishing equipment, and assume at least one will get there. Have never lost any gear, but then I wouldn’t pack something irreplaceable.
Not a satisfactory answer . . . nor will there likely be one. Expect that as planes get more crowded (is that possible?) and people try to carry on more and more, at some point either TSA or airlines will cry “Enough!”, and we’ll be forced to check everything. And with neither the airports, carriers or TSA being willing to take responsibility, any losses will have to be covered with insurance . . . until they refuse to insure air travel baggage.
Happy New Year . . .
Buzz
Western Carolina University (Cullowhee) has a casting course:
http://catalog.wcu.edu/preview_course.php?catoid=15&coid=27674
Buzz
Can’t speak to Canon, but a bunch of the Nikon bodies allow you to use the built-in flash as a slave, or use multiple speedlights wirelessly slaved.
Are you looking for studio lighting, location lighting, or a minimialist setup using some on/near camera strobes? Most decent camera stores have tons of books about lighting. Just depends on what your interest area is.
For instance, Bob Krist is a travel photographer and has done a book that is several years old, but still has some great information in it about portable lighting kits for location work (as does J. McNally). Web site is wwwlbobkrist.com. Also another Nikon shooter, but ideas are the same.
Buzz
Realistically, you need to fish from a boat. While there is some shore fishing at the tip of Core Bank (you’re right at a dropoff into deeper water, and several small ferries will run you over there), you’re severely limited . . . basically by the length of a cast. A guide/boat is expensive, but if you really want the best chance of catching fish, it’s the way to go.
Reports are that this weekend was exceptional too. I guess we’re back to the good old days being now . . .
Buzz
Was down last weekend. Fishing was good. Probably not making it this weekend, but again the next. Just watch the wind. If one of the southern variations (SE, SW), fishing can be tough. Conversely, if a northern (NE, NW), usually OK. Good reports from a couple of sites that contain regularly updated info.
Good luck!
Buzz
