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Keeping GBN Alive and Growing

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by Publisher » Tue Aug 14, 2018 8:41 am » in Announcements

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The GBN is approaching the end of another month.

GBN operates on its donor base. Anyone purely profit-motivated is unlikely to keep the site in its...

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We are shy 12 new subscribers on the final day

can i pay for my donor with cashapp and can you send me link so i can see how much again please...

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Becoming a Donor or renewing status

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by maxwell » Sun Feb 26, 2017 12:50 pm » in Q & A For Newbies

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For those who wish to become a donor or renew your status there are two options available. Donations can be made by cash in the mail or CC through...

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For those of you who last contibuted last September, the clock is ticking to renew.

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Firemado warning for Southern California

Last post by Publisher « Tue Aug 18, 2020 6:18 am
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by YAG » Mon Aug 17, 2020 9:41 pm

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No, not a cheesy movie

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I hope my friend in that area is ok

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Tue Aug 18, 2020 6:18 am
Horse... $%^$%^$?

Last post by Amysteryman76 « Mon Apr 13, 2020 7:12 pm
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by DMLawPro » Thu Mar 05, 2020 6:56 pm

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Did not know where to put this.... But Horses could be considered an outdoor activity......

Give Me All You Have Trigger!

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HAHAHA, now thats a load he is getting

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Mon Apr 13, 2020 7:12 pm
Estes Rockets

Last post by chevytooheavy « Thu Jan 23, 2020 6:31 am
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by DMLawPro » Mon Jan 20, 2020 6:44 pm

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Anyone familiar with or remember Estes Rockets back in the day?

I was into building and blasting these things off when i was younger......

Perusing...

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Poor mans version is to set up an acetylene torch for cutting. Tap the nozzle on a brick or concrete to put out the flame. Then fill up a small...

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Thu Jan 23, 2020 6:31 am
4 Bucks

Last post by DMLawPro « Tue Nov 12, 2019 4:06 pm
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by rem308 » Tue Nov 12, 2019 12:52 pm

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I have been watching 4 bucks chasing a hot doe this morning. all were different sizes from pretty damn nice to a fork horn, all looking for a piece,...

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Pics or it didn't happen!

That time of year though. Happy hunting!

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Tue Nov 12, 2019 4:06 pm
morels?

Last post by Cool123 « Wed Nov 06, 2019 9:23 am
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by algood » Tue Apr 22, 2014 5:09 pm

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Any reports of early morels?

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Never seen around oak trees only recently dead elm. That's all I look for when hunting them.

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Last post by Cool123
Wed Nov 06, 2019 9:23 am
Soft Lead... Ingots, stap weights or mushroom weights.

Last post by DMLawPro « Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:54 am
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by MeterMan » Fri Aug 08, 2014 11:32 pm

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I cast soft lead into ingots that are approximately 1 lb. ($4 ea.)

strap weights for decoys are approx 6 oz. ($1 ea.)

mushroom weights in 4, 5,...

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+3

Someone can't count

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Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:54 am
Illinois Free Fishing Days: June 5 – 8, 2015

Last post by DMLawPro « Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:52 am
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by boilermaker » Sat May 30, 2015 7:25 pm

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Illinois Free Fishing Days: June 5 – 8, 2015

The 2015 Illinois Free Fishing Days celebration is slated for June 5 – 8. During this four-day...

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Did anyone go to Free Fishing Days this year?

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Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:52 am
Any updates on cougars in Shawnee National Forest

Last post by YAG « Wed Apr 10, 2019 1:15 pm
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by YAG » Mon Sep 19, 2016 8:20 am

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Thinking of doing some hiking down that way and a bit nervous about becoming cat chow

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Call the ranger station

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Wed Apr 10, 2019 1:15 pm
Solar Eclipse Coming to Illinois 8/21/2017

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by chevytooheavy » Tue Nov 22, 2016 7:39 pm

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Being fascinated by astronomy I was so excited to see an full solar eclipse is coming to the United States. The exciting part is that the longest...

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I can still see! If someone tells me not to do something I tend to do it- can’t help it

Jocelyn...Don't send me a $1,000 cashiers check in April...

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Fri Mar 22, 2019 11:18 am
And The Morel Of The Story Is... pt2

Last post by DMLawPro « Thu Mar 21, 2019 7:50 pm
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by HarleyJon » Thu Apr 12, 2018 2:35 pm

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Location, Location, Location!!!!!

Okay, so you've Googled Morel Mushrooms. You know what they look like but now where can I go and get me some?
It's...

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Will there be a Part 3 anytime soon?

Waiting patiently.....

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Thu Mar 21, 2019 7:50 pm
Interesting camping within 5 hours of Champaign

Last post by Karma8791 « Wed Sep 05, 2018 8:42 am
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by Publisher » Sat Feb 18, 2017 5:23 pm

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The subject line says it.

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1. Johnson-Sauk State Park near Kewanee
2. Siloam Springs State Park near Clayton
3. Argyle Lake State Park near Colchester (although it was pretty...

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Wed Sep 05, 2018 8:42 am
water skiing

Last post by Fishstick « Tue Sep 04, 2018 9:52 pm
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by shelby » Fri Jun 26, 2015 11:47 am

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Any one else sick and tired of all this rain? Can't take my damn boat out on the river and water ski!

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Are the restrictions still in place?

That's a good question. Any updates?

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Last post by Fishstick
Tue Sep 04, 2018 9:52 pm
World Naked Gardening Day

Last post by staacibabi « Tue Jul 10, 2018 2:29 pm
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by BuxomGinger » Sun Apr 29, 2018 1:19 pm

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Happy World Naked Gardening Day, everyone!

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My neighbors are fully aware of my nudist tendencies. They’ve caught me in the buff NUMEROUS times! 😂
:vhappy: love it

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Last post by staacibabi
Tue Jul 10, 2018 2:29 pm
Good chance to see the Aurora borealis tonight

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by scarletknight » Tue Mar 17, 2015 9:23 pm

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Thu Apr 26, 2018 12:11 pm
And The Morel Of The Story Is... pt1

Last post by rem308 « Tue Apr 10, 2018 8:07 pm
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by HarleyJon » Sat Apr 07, 2018 12:53 am

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Morel Hunting For Dumbies Part One - A little background on the author

While I don't make any claim to be a scientist, or an expert for that matter....

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I have also found a single mushroom in October and November but were white and slimy. I did not eat. They did look like morels.

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Last post by rem308
Tue Apr 10, 2018 8:07 pm
Motorcycles

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by roygbiv00 » Tue Apr 01, 2014 5:09 am

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Riding weather is upon us .Any suggestions in central iowa on weekly bike nights poker runs etc etc

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Sun Apr 08, 2018 2:28 pm
Morel Season!

Last post by HarleyJon « Thu Apr 05, 2018 8:27 pm
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by HarleyJon » Sun Apr 01, 2018 6:43 pm

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Hey guys... it's nearly mushroom season and I thought it would be fun to have a thread seeing who gets the first one/s this year.
How about posting a...

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I can not wait to get morels, so tasty. Kind of curious, how do you forage for them?

I'll show you. C'mere.
I seriously doubt you're going to...

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Thu Apr 05, 2018 8:27 pm
Lifetime pass (National Parks) 62+

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by kennred55 » Thu Aug 17, 2017 11:06 am

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Lifetime pass (National Parks) for senior is only $10, but it's going up to $80 on 8/28/17.

FYI for the older group here.

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Getting my Fake ID made now!

Don't try using crayons like you did last time.

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Last post by vorlon
Thu Aug 17, 2017 11:32 pm
Sharks

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by Fishstick » Mon Jul 31, 2017 2:56 pm

Post a Shark picture.

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Mon Jul 31, 2017 11:57 pm
Rockisland KOA camelot

Last post by chevytooheavy « Thu Jul 27, 2017 9:22 pm
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by naughtieKaylie » Thu Jul 27, 2017 8:08 pm

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Has anyone been to this campsite. Im thinking of renting a cabin soon . I read on their website they have a hot tub and pool. Hows the area? i dont...

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It is pretty close to the Rock river. Might be flooded for now.

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Last post by chevytooheavy
Thu Jul 27, 2017 9:22 pm
Picture of 8lb Rainbow Trout Coming Soon

Last post by John Galt « Mon Feb 27, 2017 4:15 pm
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by John Galt » Mon Mar 31, 2014 6:27 pm

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That is all for now.

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Are you bored? I used to talk about eating Tombstone pizza to prevent spending money in other places. An addiction principle I believe. HALT. Never...

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Mon Feb 27, 2017 4:15 pm
pastillas para adelgazar

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by MeterMan » Sat Jun 04, 2016 9:38 am

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I was just gonna say that.

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I was just gonna say that.

But why?

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Sat Jun 04, 2016 3:23 pm
Fishing Gear

Last post by DMLawPro « Sat May 28, 2016 8:14 am
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by John Galt » Wed Mar 12, 2014 8:47 pm

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New waders and wading boots. New net, with a magnetic attach thingy for the back of my vest. Some new flies. A new hemostat and snipper thingy....

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Anyone go to this? Reports? Reviews? Answers, we need answers!

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Sat May 28, 2016 8:14 am
Hot Rod Power Tour 2015

Last post by shyboy69 « Mon Jan 18, 2016 7:41 am
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by chevytooheavy » Mon Dec 21, 2015 4:47 pm

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The route and dates have been leaked or announced.

I have had a change of mind and have decided my June outing will be to Ohio for the speed...

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Mon Jan 18, 2016 7:41 am
When animals attack...

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by PM66 » Thu Oct 08, 2015 11:40 am

Don't mess with my food!

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Thu Oct 08, 2015 11:40 am
Boating Fun

Last post by chevytooheavy « Tue Oct 06, 2015 10:39 am
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by SinfulDream » Wed Aug 05, 2015 9:08 pm

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Nothing like being on the boat all day, nude sunbathing, and getting nailed from behind while the local fishermen is watching...LOL

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beautiful pictures, beautiful woman

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Tue Oct 06, 2015 10:39 am
Unintentional catch and release

Last post by boerbilly « Sun Oct 04, 2015 8:12 pm
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by boerbilly » Wed Sep 30, 2015 7:17 pm

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So with last Sunday and Monday being beautiful weather and all, a tall brunette and I decided to take a few days off and fish and pleasure ride on...

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That's disappointing to say the least...fish probably died too, they're sitting ducks for predators when on a stringer together :(

Reminds me of...

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Sun Oct 04, 2015 8:12 pm
Paddling on the Vermilion River

Last post by Bchow466 « Wed Sep 30, 2015 11:08 pm
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by scarletknight » Sun Sep 06, 2015 8:24 pm

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Nice day yesterday kayaking on the Vermillion river in Illinois. 10 miles starting in Streator. Not as sore today as I thought I would be, since I...

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The Kishwaukee River in Illinois can be a fun paddle. In my opinion some of the most fun rivers to paddle are in Southern Missouri. The Current,...

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Last post by Bchow466
Wed Sep 30, 2015 11:08 pm
Spring is really here

Last post by scarletknight « Sat Apr 25, 2015 10:12 pm
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by scarletknight » Sat Apr 04, 2015 11:00 pm

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First spring wild flowers are blooming!

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these were taken in Texas...the bluebonnets are awesome

They look awesome - we don't get them up here - we get bluebells, but they're not...

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Sat Apr 25, 2015 10:12 pm
Tom Turkey Spotting

Last post by scarletknight « Fri Mar 27, 2015 8:44 am
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by KarlaCaress » Fri Mar 27, 2015 1:32 am

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It's been reported that someone in my family just saw a tom turkey running around their backyard...

It's official. Let spring commence. Because to...

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...... and some early spring migrants have started showing up.

Like, like, Publisher?

I haven't heard any reports about individuals with hooks or...

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Last post by scarletknight
Fri Mar 27, 2015 8:44 am
Squirrel Story

Last post by KarlaCaress « Fri Mar 27, 2015 1:36 am
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by Arkainjel » Tue May 27, 2014 8:30 pm

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We always knew there was something sinister about squirrels...
Neighborhood Hazard (or: Why the Cops Won't Patrol Brice Street Anymore)

I never...

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This story amused me immensely...

hahaha

Gotta love them cute little squirrels. But yeah, by the sounds of it he needed some anger management....

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Last post by KarlaCaress
Fri Mar 27, 2015 1:36 am
Reefer Must Be In Mourning

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by DMLawPro » Fri Feb 27, 2015 6:44 pm

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Sorry, Brother Reef

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Nice find!

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Fri Feb 27, 2015 7:03 pm
Sunshine

Last post by John Galt « Fri Jan 30, 2015 5:08 pm
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by YAG » Thu Jan 29, 2015 10:34 am

I'm about sick to death of the constant cloud cover. I want a week of sunshine. Just a week. I don't care if it's cold, just sun!

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Fri Jan 30, 2015 5:08 pm
Last days....

Last post by Slip131 « Mon Nov 10, 2014 7:53 am
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by Slip131 » Fri Nov 07, 2014 3:14 pm

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Well...it seems the last nice fall days are almost behind us. I took a day this week to fish Smallmouth. Cool and overcast with a brisk breeze out of...

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Fly casting Brother Slip?

Not this time my friend...I tried briefly last week but was unable to hold to a sufficient depth.

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Mon Nov 10, 2014 7:53 am
Channel cat

Last post by Reefer « Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:12 pm
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by boerbilly » Sat Sep 06, 2014 9:36 pm

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The fish were biting this evening.
Got the boat in the Mississippi about 5 pm and fished until 7:30 or so and caught 8 nice catfish.
I was fishing...

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The fish were biting this evening.
Got the boat in the Mississippi about 5 pm and fished until 7:30 or so and caught 8 nice catfish.
I was fishing...

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Mon Sep 08, 2014 5:12 pm
Cool

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by John Galt » Wed Aug 20, 2014 10:38 pm

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Thu Aug 21, 2014 6:38 pm
Who is up for fishing??

Last post by Channi « Fri May 23, 2014 2:42 pm
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by SinfulDream » Thu May 22, 2014 8:42 pm

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I want to go fishing while I am in either Central IL or Iowa the 13-28th so who is up for it? I haven't been in years and miss it.

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Let me know if you go! As long as there's nude sunbathing I'd love to be a third wheel

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Last post by Channi
Fri May 23, 2014 2:42 pm
Which one are you?

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by roygbiv00 » Sat May 03, 2014 1:05 am

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Thu May 08, 2014 4:02 pm
Lake Michigan

Last post by Slip131 « Sun May 04, 2014 11:11 am
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by Slip131 » Wed Apr 30, 2014 2:43 pm

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Brown Trout. Approximately 10 lbs.

Gonna be delicious! ;-)

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Sounds like fun, Brother Golfer. I'll be in touch.

We'll also have to arrange to get you out to the big lake soon and battle a Salmon or 3. ;-)

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Sun May 04, 2014 11:11 am
JP Cycles Open House June 27th-29th in ANAMOSA, IA M&G?

Last post by 50Shades « Wed Apr 30, 2014 3:09 pm
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by 50Shades » Thu Mar 27, 2014 10:38 am

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Does anyone here ride (a bike, lol)?

JP Cycles Open House is June 27th-29th and there is a 99% chance I will be there on my Harley :D

Maybe if...

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Got my room booked, this is a done deal for me.

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Last post by 50Shades
Wed Apr 30, 2014 3:09 pm
Maybe we need a Hunting and Fishing forum

Last post by muffdog1963 « Wed Apr 23, 2014 12:10 pm
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by curiouscat » Fri Feb 14, 2014 3:02 pm

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Amazing footage of 2 deer locked up in Oklahoma.

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Speaking of deer, I still get 4-6 cutting through my back yard almost every night. Drives my dog crazy. Oh and I'm ready for some fresh crappie &...

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Wed Apr 23, 2014 12:10 pm
I Thought of Speeder and Wallaby when I saw this

Last post by vorlon « Sat Mar 29, 2014 11:46 pm
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by YAG » Thu Mar 06, 2014 4:56 pm

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Sat Mar 29, 2014 11:46 pm
At the lake ...

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by Arkainjel » Wed Feb 19, 2014 8:17 am

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Fisherman FYI ...

AA

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Many ears ago I did an instructional fishing video ....wish I would of thought of doing it the way this video was. It might have gotten banned by the...

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Fri Mar 14, 2014 12:11 pm

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