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Catching River Catfish: The Thrill of the Challenge
When it comes to river fishing, few things can compare to the thrill of hooking a feisty catfish. Some catfish are large enough to break records and feed an entire family, but for fishermen, the feeling of hooking a fighting monster is a thrill like nothing else. There is effort and time required for reeling in one of these strong fish, but it is well worth it because the meat has a savory flavor which can be prepared in a variety of different ways, and is quite tasty when fried in a delicious cornmeal batter, accompanied by some hush puppies and macaroni and cheese.
The things you will need to catch a catfish include a rod and reel, strong fishing line, treble hooks, nylon hose, stink bate (chicken livers work well), pail with a lid, pocket knife, short rope and a stringer. Because catfish come in a variety of different sizes, it is very important to have a sturdy rod and reel when fishing for them. There will be bending and stress on the rod, so it is important to pick the right test strength of fishing line, most fishermen choose a 100-lb. test because it is very strong and will withstand the extra pressure when you hook a big catfish.
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Finding the Perfect Jello Shot Recipe
Posted by admin in Float Trips, Food on March 28th, 2011
There are so many varieties and recipes for creating the ultimate jell-o shot. Many avid floaters have taken the time to try and found the recipe that best fits their taste buds. Whether you are looking for an alcoholic or virgin jell-o shot, the recipe is out there for you.
The first obvious choice when creating recipes is the jell-o. You can find a wide variety of flavors in jell-o, and everyone has their favorite. This is a list of the common flavors used to make jell-o shots; Blue Raspberry, Lime, Lemon lime, Orange, strawberry daiquiri, and margarita are some great tested flavors to go in jell-o shots. There are also a lot of common flavors that seem to suit jell-o shot lovers as well, such as Cherry, Strawberry, watermelon and Grape. That is just a few of the many, many types of jell-o flavors out there so everyone can find the one they like the best.
If you are looking for the perfect alcohol, with the perfect flavor, to go along with your favorite jell-o, there are a few to mention that are popular choices. They are: Raspberry Vodka, Apple Vodka, Vanilla Vodka.
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Edible wild Mushrooms in Missouri
There are many different wild edible mushrooms that can be found in Missouri. Each one is different from the others in some way or the other. Once you figure out which is which you will no longer confuse them from the poisonous ones. In this article I will list a few of these wild mushrooms and list a little information about each.
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Missouri Trees with Edible Fruit
There are a considerable variety of different fruit trees which grow in the state of Missouri and each different region has its own distinct zone in which these trees grow. Missouri is a state which experiences all four seasons, with a mild spring, hot summer, mild autumns and sometimes, severe winters. There are many different types of fruit and nut trees found growing wild in the state and in this article, we will be taking a look at the diverse array of Missouri’s native trees.
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Tips for Cooking with a Coleman Stove
Posted by rian in Camping, Food, Tips & Tricks on January 31st, 2011
To make your trip a little easier, and be sure you have a place to cook on, you can bring along a Coleman stove. These are very handy stoves that are easy to operate with easy to follow directions for the first time user. You must take the time before you leave for your trip to sit down and figure out exactly how to use your Coleman stove. This will ensure you and your fellow campers do not have to wait extra time for you to figure out how to use it. Planning ahead is always important. This article will list step by step instructions of how to setup, light, clean and store your Coleman stove. I will also list a few tips on cooking on the Coleman Stove as well.
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Easy Camp out Breakfast Ideas
Here are a few recipes and how to make them. These are very easy ideas that can be made by even those of us who are not master chefs. The recipes are filling and simple to master.
- Eggs on a Raft- This recipe requires bread, butter, salt, pepper, eggs, and a frying pan. You will take a slice of bread and cut a circle about two inches in diameter. Toast the bread slowly and lightly on both sides, using a fork or a stick shaped like a fork if needed. In your frying pan, melt a hunk of butter and put the toast in the pan and wait until it sizzles. Now you will want to break and egg and place it in the hole you cut out in the center of the bread so the yolk stays put. Heat this slowly and evenly. Sprinkle salt and pepper to desired taste and cover. This will be done when the top of the egg is white. If you do not have a cover for your pan you can turn the toast over when the underside of the egg is cooked. This will allow the other side to cook as well. This makes a fast and easy breakfast that starts the day off right.
