Yes! Thermal curtains work effectively during both winter and summer. Medium- to light-colored curtains with a white, thermally reflective backing can reduce heat gain during the summer by as much as 33% by reflecting solar radiation. The orientation of the … Continue reading →

How did you adapt? Conventional wisdom says that in rising waters, bass tend to follow the water up. If they are in shallow to mid-level depths, they’ll head closer to the “new” bank as the water inches higher. Do bass … Continue reading →

No. Most airlines will accept hockey bags without additional charge as long as they are under 115″ linear length (L + W + H), and under 50lbs. Can I check a hockey bag for luggage? Hockey/lacrosse/ringette/cricket equipment One equipment bag … Continue reading →

What is the best bait for bass in spring? When the appetite of bass increases in the spring and they start to go after bigger prey, jigs with creature-like lures — such as crawfish and grub — are particularly effective. … Continue reading →

1. Stay perfectly vertical (line straight down) – that way you are setting down the jig and then lifting it straight back up so it is hard for the jig to pull into a crevice. 2. Second, only touch the … Continue reading →

Once you spot the bridge and you’re confident that fish are waiting for your ambush, pick a spot that isn’t right on top of another angler. The best side to choose is the outgoing tide side. Do you fish with … Continue reading →

Structures. Any form of man-made structure that’s present in or around a river can be a good place to find pike. Bridges are our favourite, with pike regularly being found in the edges, tucked in tight to the corners. What … Continue reading →

They consist of a weighted head and a tail made of feathers or plastic, which is used to conceal a hook. Often a piece of live bait or oil-based scent will be attached to the hook to make the lure … Continue reading →

How do you set up a popper rig? When learning how to rig a popper, there are certain steps that can increase your effectiveness of this popular method. Land it as close to the target as possible. Wait for the … Continue reading →

Aruding. An instrument made of a small piece of bamboo. This is called “jaw’s harp” in English. It is placed near the mouth and blown to produce sound. What are the Aerophone instrument? aerophone, any of a class of musical … Continue reading →

How do the causes of surface and deepwater currents differ? Surface currents are caused by wind; deepwater currents are caused by differences in water density. Wind and ocean currents do not move in straight lines; instead, they curve as they … Continue reading →

The Gulf Stream, the major surface current bordering the South Atlantic Bight (the region from Cape Hatteras, NC to Cape Canaveral, FL), is a warm current because it originated in warm latitudes. What type of current is the Gulf Stream? … Continue reading →

Choosing the Right Decking Screws The new pressure treated lumber most new decks are built with requires a coated screw, as the galvanized will deteriorate when the chemicals interact. This chemical reaction can lead to huge, unsightly black blotches all … Continue reading →

The best bait to use for galjoen is redbait. Although freshly cut redbait may be used, galjoen show a predilection for matured redbait. Most anglers obtain their redbait from the rocks at spring low tide, using a sharp knife to … Continue reading →

Be sure to use fluorocarbon leader as these fish can spot mono right away. Most Carolina rigs employ the weight ahead of a swivel with about 12 inches of fluorocarbon leader and a 1/0 to 3/0 circle hook. How much … Continue reading →