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Public Fishing Lakes in Ohio

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Besides having a huge shoreline on the great Lake Erie, which is known to some as the “walleye capital of the world,” Ohio is home to a vast variety of lakes that provide excellent fishing opportunities. State park lakes require a valid Ohio fishing license, and many of these...

Sea Turtle Habitat

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The sea turtle is a large marine variety of turtle. There are only seven species of sea turtles in the world, but all of them have flattened shells and paddles rather than webbed feet or claws. They can grow to be much larger than most varieties of land or freshwater turtles.

Fishing in Vermilion, Ohio

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Vermilion, Ohio, is located on the central basin of Lake Erie. While the area is most prominently known for its orchards and wineries, great fishing can also be found here. Various species grow to trophy sizes in the lake and can be caught as long as fishermen follow state guidelines.

How to Attach a Fishing Hook

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There a many different knots that an angler can use to attach a fishing hook to the fishing line. Whereas most knots are tightened until they rest snug against the hook, the loop knot creates a small loop of line that allows the hook to swing freely. This knot is useful when you are fishing with a l

How to Use Bite Alarms

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Items, such as a fishing pole, bait, fishing net, bobbins and a bite alarm should always be included in your tackling box. The bite alarm sends out an alarm when a fish has hooked onto your fishing pole. It is a convenient way to know when to reel in your fishing hook and prepare to catch your fish.

How to Downrigger for Salmon

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A downrigger is a mechanical device used to control the depth of a fishing lure while trolling. Without a downrigger, salmon lures reach a depth of equilibrium, then trail behind the boat while remaining at a static level. A downrigger line is a cable with a weight attached to the end that is raised

Predator Hunting in Alaska

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There are several predators in the state of Alaska that have open hunting seasons on them, although rules and regulations can vary greatly depending on the specific region and Game Management Unit (GMU). The rules are most consistent with bears, but hunters interested in wolves or coyotes have optio