Posts Tagged rivers

Tips for Catching More Fish in Early Spring

Posted by Will Hanke in Fishing, Tips & Tricks on April 15th, 2013

One of the best meals on a Missouri float trip is a fish fry. And what could be better than frying up the freshest fish ever from your catch of the day? Experienced Missouri anglers find that fishing in early spring requires different fishing strategies than those used in summer and fall. Early spring water is still generally cold. The following early spring fishing tips will help you with catching more fish. Read the rest of this entry »

catching fish, Fishing, lakes, missouri, rivers, spring, springtime, streams

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Protecting Your Gear From the Water

Posted by Will Hanke in Float Trips, Tips & Tricks on April 23rd, 2012

If you’ve spent a significant amount of time on Missouri’s rivers, you’ve come to appreciate the value of a good dry bag. A quality dry bag is the difference between arriving at your campsite with wet, soggy gear and destroyed electronics and cell phones versus all your gear arriving protected, dry and in one piece. Too many have either experienced first-hand, or heard about rivers swallowing entire backpacks, cellphones and cameras. Get a dry bag so the river doesn’t get your stuff and the best of you. Read the rest of this entry »

backpacks, belongings, camera, cell phone, cellphones, clothes, digital camera, dry bags, duffel bag, garbage bags, pockets, rivers, waterproof

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What to Know about the International Scale of River Difficulty

Posted by Will Hanke in Rivers on August 23rd, 2010

Many people are confused when hearing the phrase “International Scale of River Difficulty,” which is a standard scale used to measure or rate the safety of any particular river or single rapid. The river grade reflects the technical difficulty and skill level required associated with any particular section of a river.
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Types of Fish Found in Missouri

Posted by Will Hanke in Fishing on July 8th, 2010

Game fishing is a great pastime which is sure to be enjoyed by people of all ages and if you are planning a trip to Missouri this summer, you need to become educated about the many different types of fish to be found in the lakes and rivers. Whether you are a fly fisherman looking for a trout or prefer a more traditional fish, Missouri rivers and reservoirs are sure to have something you would love to catch.
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bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie, Fishing, Ozarks, rivers

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Tips for Taking Kids on a Float Trip

Posted by Will Hanke in Float Trips on May 25th, 2010

The best way a family can make a float trip fun and safe is by planning and making a list of things needed for the excursion. Going on a family float trip can be an enjoyable experience and something kids of all ages are sure to enjoy. Depending upon the age of the child or children, there are a number of things which a parent will need to incorporate into the supplies, but the following article is designed to give you a basic understanding of what to take along.