Steven Rogers
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Zach,
I have an uncle that lives nearby in Brunswick and I recall launching the boat with him into Jekyll Island Creek using the public boat ramp. Very often, we saw kayakers putting in there to access the marshes. It has been improved significantly and has a good parking area. Here is a link that might give you more information:
Steven Rogers
Gore-tex and Patagonia capilene base layers. Both of these have allowed me to stay more comfortable outdoors, year-round, in absolutely all types of weather. Without these, I would fish less and/or be more miserable while doing so in crappy conditions.
Zach,
Toluene can be a nasty chemical under certain circumstances. Concentrated vapor inhalation is the primary mode of harmful toluene exposure, think in terms of huffing (glue, etc.) or large chemical spills. This type of exposure can cause numerous neurological, reproductive and developmental issues. However, dermal absorption of toluene is quite low, something in the range of 1%, compared to that of lung absorption from inhalation of concentrated toluene vapors. Toluene is a mild skin irritant, so if you handled the chemical for an extended period of time, you may notice some symptoms. Lastly, information regarding toluene as a carcinogen is not likely correct. Virtually all studies performed in humans and lab animals have shown extremely little/no increase in cancer, even in the face of high concentration dosages.
Toluene is a chemical derivative of benzene, which is certainly carcinogenic.
So at least in regards to toluene, unless you are huffing or drinking the glue, I would feel that occasional skin exposure would not be a high priority health concern.
Steven Rogers
Zach,
Roy is correct regarding the challenges of reading RFID tags through water. Low frequency signals are transmitted through water, while most others are absorbed, severly limiting the efficiency of reading. While low frequency RFID’s do have reduced shielding issues, they also typically have a reduced effective tag reading range (i.e. < 2 ft). Some considerable research has been done to develop a passive RFID tag design that would be suitable for use involving liquids. I specifically remember that one of the groups, Omni-ID, had some success and produces commercially available "extreme environment" tags. A number of other companies have developed low frequency RFID tags (e.g. Texas Instruments), which have their own advantages and limitations. I have no idea about costs. http://www.rfidradio.com/?p=26
Steven Rogers
Northface Roadrunner 22. Has two huge vestibules and doors. Tons of no-see um mesh (for those hot summer nights) and in the winter stays toasty warm thanks to the rainfly. Had it for years and never had any condensation buildup to speak of, been through some crazy thunderstorms with no problems and the fabric looks virtually brand new. Can’t say enough about this tent.
Steven
Cool to see all the diversity in music choices here. I definately agree with the thoughts on no tunes on the river though. Dave, I could not have said it better myself.
But I will not listen to music on the river. No way. Ma nature makes her own music.
I agree. How the hell did he go to work everyday knowing he would have to wear and look through those things the entire time.
Steven
Carter,
When fishing for striper, the majority of my time has been spent on the northern shoreline (especially below the hydroelectric dam). Since the opening of the pedestrian bridge, I have been walking across and fishing from the shore (I live about 2 miles from the bridge). Most of the advice I have received up until now has been to simply cast into schooling shad below the dam in hopes that striper are just below the surface (a very low success rate thus far). My striper fishing experience on the Arkansas River is very minimal. All of my previous outings were of the more typical approach; on lakes trolling with baitcasting gear. For all other species, I have fished almost exclusively from the southern shore.
Steven
Carter,
I don’t use shooting heads very often, as I mainly fish the smaller rivers around this area (Saline, Little Maumelle). I have played around with them using an 8wt on the Arkansas near my house, but other than that (and brief sessions on some of the local lakes) my experience is somewhat limited. I am able to throw them fairly efficiently though.
Mike,
I really appreciate all of the information. All of this is very informative, being that it is somewhat different than my approach so far. Thanks.
Steven
Carter,
We definately need to setup a time to hit the water. I have caught stripers in the past below the hydroelectric dams (admittedly not fly-fishing), but am eager to take some of these using my fly rod. As for my weekly schedule, I’m typically free everyday after 3:30-4pm and live and work only minutes from the Murray Dam. Just let me know when you are free. What do you normally use in the way of flies?
Steven
Carter,
Are you primarily fishing for these bass in the Arkansas River? I used to catch them back home (in Northwest Arkansas) on some stocked farm ponds. If I am not mistaken, around my area, everyone referred to them as Kentucky bass. It has been quite awhile since the last time I caught one of these fish, but I definately remember them as being very powerful fighters.
Steven
Thanks for all of the information everyone. The video instructions have been extremely helpful. I still can not get over how easy some of these people make it look. Sorry for the tardy post, I have been slammed at work and have given the board hardly any attention.
Carter,
I will definitely keep in touch with you about a future fly tying session. So far, the only flies I have attempted have been Clouser’s. They are a little rough, but have surprisingly already caught a few fish (my biggest problems have been keeping the bucktail directly on top of the hook and achieving a clean cone-no hair sticking out over the hook eye). Just let me know when your available.
Steven
GBurgFisher,
Coincidently, the Benchside Introduction to Fly Tying is one of the books I have started reading. I definately agree on the usefulness of the book’s unique layout. The “non-recipe” approach to fly tying is proving to be very beneficial in beginning this new challenge. I am trying to learn all of the basic methods before even attempting to tie my first “true” fly. Thanks for all of the suggestions.
Steven
Carter,
Something I forgot to ask earlier, do you ever attend any of the Arkansas Fly Fishers meetings? They typically convene every third Monday of the month at Whole Hog Cafe which, coincidently, is about a mile from where I live. I have read that they occasionaly have fly tying instruction and discussions.
Steven
I really appreciate all of the advice. I have entertained the idea of fly tying as a new hobby for several months, but am still wondering if, at this stage in learning to flyfish, my time and money would be better served towards other gear (i.e. heavier/lighter weight rods/reels, specialized fly lines, etc.). I definately agree with all of your comments on the economics of fly tying. I am certainly not naive enough to believe that tying as a means for saving money would apply in my case. Presumably, like most of you, I am too much of a gear lover to realize any amount of profit margin.
Carter,
Thanks for your offer. I will definately contact you in the next several weeks. As for tying “non-trout” flies, if I do get into the hobby the vast majority of my interest will be geared towards streamers and other warm water creations (as most of my fishing time is spent in this area).
Steven
Excluding periods of above normal rainfall, the vast majority of the upper saline is wadable. Personally, I mainly fish (wade-only) the section just north of Benton at the AGFC put-in on HWY 5. The only species of fish I have caught has been limited to bass (smallmouth, largemouth and spotted) and bream. I have never been walleye fishing (always been curious), but am told that at times the Saline can be a very productive fishery. From what I understand, sections of the Alum fork (near Peeler Bend) include some very good walleye populations. In addition, this particular portion of the river is much wider and deeper than average, allowing an opportunity for float trips.
Steven
Carter,
I would not exactly say that fishing for seasonally stocked trout in an urban stream is my passion either. However, as a beginning fly fisherman the opportunity for practice on casting, line mending, drifting, etc. in real life scenarios is hard to pass up on a lunch break. As for your mention of carp, the only nearby water I have ever specifically targeted the fish was at Lake Dardanelle. Out of curiosity, have you ever fished for walleye in the Saline River?
Carter,
I’m not sure if your aware, but AGFC started an urban trout stocking program about two years ago. Consequently, Rock Creek receives a significant number of rainbow trout every winter which remain fishable until around early April. The first stocking (~750 rainbows) took place on December 6th. If interested, you should check out the specifics at the AGFC website under the fish management category. There are a number of other urban locations that receive trout stockings all around the state. To answer your question more specifically, other than the trout, I have not caught any bass or bream worth mentioning. You are right on the Arkansas river being the best water in town. I live adjacent to Rebsamen Park and am able to fish the shoreline quite frequently.
Carter,
I mainly hit the usual Central Arkansas locations; Little Red, Buffalo, Saline and some of the nearby lakes. However, I occasionaly venture to more distant locations in the Ozarks (particularly those only reachable by backpacking) and other waters near my hometown of Fort Smith. Recently, I have fished Rock Creek in Little Rock on my lunch breaks.
Steven
