Being BOATsmart!® and Staying Safe on the Water Around Calgary.wmv

May 20th, 2012 No comments

CTV News and BOATsmart! Canada want boaters to be safe and prepared before heading out on the water. Canadian boat operators are required to carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card or proof of competency. Make sure you have all the required boat safety equipment for your boat and that all boat operators are carrying their BOATsmart! Cards. Refresh your boating safety knowledge with a BOATsmart! Study Guide available at participating Canadian Tire Stores or take the the test and get your Operator Card at www.BoatSmartExam.com

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May 19th, 2012 No comments

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SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: Fishing boat search …

May 19th, 2012 No comments

RNLI lifeboats, the Coastguard helicopter and a Royal Navy warship are searching for the vessel

Lifeboat crews are expected to resume searching for two missing fishermen after a body thought to be that of the third crewman was found at sea.

The crew of the Purbeck Isle set off from Weymouth on Thursday morning but the alarm was raised when the 36ft crabber failed to return.

The man’s body was found at about 17:30 BST on Friday.

Attention will also focus on an object found by a survey vessel on the sea bed at a depth of 180ft.

Maritime and Coastguard Agency spokesman Fred Caygill said teams were hoping to send down specialist equipment to look at the object.

“We were offered the assistance of the Odyssey Explorer, which is a survey vessel which normally surveys the sea bed as part of its commercial work,” he said.

“It is very difficult to identify what that particular object is. We are concentrating on trying to identify this to either discount it or count it in, as the case may be,” he added.

‘Popular lads’
The search effort which has involved at times a coastguards helicopter, lifeboats, a Royal Navy Destroyer and a US Navy supply vessel, has been centred on a 10-mile area off the coast of Portland Bill.

Andy Alcock, 59, secretary of the Weymouth and Portland Fisherman and Licensed Boatman Association, said local fishermen had tried phoning the men’s mobile phones.

“The lads had tried to phone the vessel and got just cut off lines, all three mobile phones just cut off, which is never a good sign,” he said.

The three men, who have not been formally named, were “popular lads”, said Mr Alcock.

In January of 2011 the then crew of the Purbeck Isle had to be airlifted to safety when the boat began taking on water.

“They called for assistance, the lifeboat was launched a helicopter was scrambled and they were evacuated off the boat and the vessel was taken under tow back here to Weymouth,” said Mr Caygill.

But he added that the vessel had since undergone “a major refit and has worked quite steadily since”.

- BBC

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OPP Marine Unit to be monitoring the waters in Norfolk this long …

May 19th, 2012 No comments

The OPP marine unit is out in full force this long weekend in Norfolk.

The marine unit will be at Turkey Point today for a presentation about boat safety.

Constable Ed Sanchuk says people out on the boats need to remember the rules are the same on the water as they are on land.

He says the marine unit will be checking boats to make sure they have the proper safety equipment like life jackets.

He adds they will also be keeping a close eye for drinking and boating this year.

It is the same charge for a DUI out on the water as it is on land in your car and if your caught your drivers license will be suspended.

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Choosing the Best Plants for your Garden

May 19th, 2012 No comments

Many times we buy plants on actuation again acquisition there is boilerplate in the garden that absolutely apparel them. Before affairs plants anxiously appraise your garden to see how abundant sun and adumbration it gets, whether the clay is able-bodied drained or clammy and whether your aspect is cloistral or windswept. You’ll again be able to go and buy the best plants for your situation; shade-loving plants for the cloistral areas, sun-lovers for the balmy spots, drought-resistant plants for the arid areas which may be either brilliant or shaded, and swamp plants for the poorly-drained parts.

But wait! Test your clay first, to actuate the pH akin of your clay and what affectionate of nutrients you charge to add, if any. Is the clay acerbic or alkaline? Most plants adopt clay that is hardly acidic, but there are some that accept to accept acrid clay to grow. You can adapt the soil’s pH level, but it’s abundant easier to artlessly bulb for the clay you have.

Now you are accessible to plant. Able-bodied – almost. Will you bulb in groups or singly? If you buy ‘one of everything’ your garden may assume rather spotty. Group plantings are organised, adapted and you can alter the blush for interest.

Before burying out, abode your called plants about the garden bed in their pots to see how they will look. Re-arrange them until you are satisfied. Grouping plants in sets of threes or fives usually looks bigger than burying in groups of even numbers. Be abiding that you accept an absorbing aggregate of colors and textures of plants. Tall plants should go to the back, or the centre if your garden will be beheld appropriately from all sides. Try to accumulate your plants abroad from trees. The roots of copse are angrily aggressive and will abduct all the nutrients and damp meant for your flowers.

The appropriate blush arrangement is one way to advance the accord in your garden. Imagine the blush of the flowers if they are in bloom. Some colors may affray with others, but can still be buried side-by-side more..

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Harajuku Style

May 17th, 2012 No comments

Street Fashion

Japan with many cultures including fashion like Kimono, Geisha and also street fashion. Street fashion regarded as provocative, daring and wild Japanese style.

Street fashion in Japan have a many of variations and styles .Because of lifestyle Japanese people, street fashion in Japan known as a new in world.

Harajuku and Harajuku Style

Harajuku is a small town in Japan, Harajuku is also a street for street fashion.  Harajuku isn’t an official name for the place name because Harajuku also identified with fashion style or called Harajuku style.

Around the 1980, Street fashion in Harajuku city is a culture and To now a group of strangely and wild dressed teens in the Harajuku. In addition, traveler from various corners often put Harajuku as an objective tour during a go to Japan.

Every Sunday, Japanese teens dressed in a Harajuku styles, Spend the day in Harajuku with Harajuku style.

Harajuku style like Gothic, Cosplay, Lolita, Goth-Loli, kawaii and Ganguro Style became popular !! Harajuku style considered to be a combination many style, such as  traditional and also modern In America, the Harajuku style is getting more favorite  after a Singer, Gwen Stefani, created a song that carried with theme of Harajuku style entitled ‘Harajuku Girls’.

The Harajuku style and street fashion becomes more favorite in many countries. And Harajuku style may spread to your area.

Harajuku style and street fashion has travelled much and wide to get the attention of many fashion enthusiasts. Harajuku style and Japanese street fashion is a attractive style with freedom of expression.

Harajuku style unlike other trendy styles, where the shops and brands produce a great influence over the type of outfits. Harajuku style to be a style dictated by the teenagers.

Style of Harajuku Style

Costume Play or Cosplay from manga or anime, and games. Lolita with lace, beads, jewelry, chains and wristbands. Gothic is a the Victorian style, with black colours, eyeliner, eyehadow, black make-up, and ribbons.

GothLoli is a style with combination Gothic and Lolita.The Ganguro style of dressing is similar to American youth like tanned and blonde celebrities and Kawaii is a cute style.

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My daughters first fish, went to Washington D.C. and Mr Cleveland …

May 16th, 2012 No comments

Crazy couple of days on an off the water. Had my Sunday trip cancel, he forgot it was Mothers Day. Got to take my best fishing buddies, Mrs Capt Schindler and Lil deck hand Schindler. My wife has not fished with me in almost 3 years. Little Margot has never been on a real fishing trip, just boat rides. Got the girls to meet me at the Washington Street launch for a trial run on a near shore trip. I have fished Pro athletes, Rock Stars, TV Show Hosts, and reporters but don’t think I have ever been that nervous on my boat. Did not want my little girl to have a bad experience and be scared of fishing. The girls did phenomenal, and we actually caught a 20lb drum on the first cast. I actually did not want to catch big fish and after we boated the second big drum in 5 minutes, we moved to the reefs down the beach. Spent the next hour catching white trout for Margot to play with in the live well. She pulled the plug and wanted to go build sandcastles on the beach. As we were motoring to the launch she eased up next to me, gave me a kiss and said, “Tank you for da boawt wide, I luv you so much daddy”! The mighty Chuck Norris would have gotten a little choked up after that one. Probably the single greatest day of fishing I have ever had in my life.

Capt Kenny, Kyle and Matt were all out Monday. I spoke to them on the phone, and once again, I picked a bad day to be off the water. Sounded like they all three pounded the trout with their customers, yet again. Hopefully the boys will have the pictures up here or on the Shore Thing website(reports) very soon.

I jumped on a red eye flight to Washington D.C. Monday morning to meet with some Senators and  Congressmen. Was asked to speak as a MS Charter Boat captains on Senate Bill 2184. If it  goes through, it could possibly bring up to 70 plus million dollars annually to the water front states. The money is generated from tariffs imposed on imported sea goods, not tax dollars. Some of the issues I am asked to speak on I do not agree with, so I do not get into the fight. This is a no-brainer and if it this were to pass, the possibilities could be endless for research, stock assesement and fishing based tourism promotion. We met with Senator Wickers, Cochrans, and Congressman Pallozzos office. They were very helpful and happy to chat with someone who, “talked normal” from MS.

Jumped back on a plane later that night to get home for 2 hours of sleep before I jumped back into the boat. Today all four of the Shore Thing boats were out. Only fished next to Capt Kenny and the Hammond Group. I had good friend Bobby Cleveland of the Clarion Ledger fame. Bobby brought his buddy jeweler Joe. We needed some big trout pics for a story he is working on and we got what we needed in that department. Used live shrimp on the carolina rigs over shell bottoms to get 27 big speckled trout models. We were even able to to give Capt Kennys crew a fly by and photo shoot as they were skull dragging some big trout with popping corks and live shrimp. Really needed a triple tail for another story but it would not be in the cards this day. Saw one free swimmer that we missed an another that would just not eat the live shrimp. Clean water and bait everywhere we went, even in open water.

Back at the dock the other Shore Thing boats rolled in with axles squeaking. The Hammond crew with Capt Kenny had the biggest haul of trout and one nice slot red. Capt Kyle and the Calijen crew had a fine mess of trout and went 3 for 5 on triple tail! Capt Matt and the Kitrell crew had their limit of LA Marsh speckled trout also.
Shore Thing Fishing Charters has teamed up with the Bay Waveland Yacht Club for a first time ever YOUNG ANGLERS FISHING SCHOOL. It will be held on the grounds of the BWYC and taught by professional fishing guides from the area, as well as Venice, LA. Assistance in the Fish ID and Biology sections will be taught by members of the Gulf Coast Research Lab. Classes will run every Monday in June and July(no class on JULY 2nd). There will be two week sessions. The first Monday will be classroom teaching:

BASIC

rigging

technique

safety

boat knowledge

simple repair

equipment use

casting

fish ID

first aid

navigation

boating and fishing etiquette

etc…

The second Monday(weather permitting) will be a professionally guided fishing trip in an around the Bay of St Louis with licensed and experienced Charter Boat Captains. We will apply the classroom lessons on the water, and have fun doing it while we are fishing!

We will try and pair similar ages and or experience levels together as best we can. Ages 8 an up please.

For More information on pricing, availability for the YOUNG ANGLERS FISHING SCHOOL please contact:

George Constance

228-467-4592    

or email

managerbwyc@att.net

****SHORE THING Fishing Charters**** Check us out on You Tube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdJjkK7ldsk&context=C497653dADvjVQa1PpcFOwoDwX2vSzY4P5FRg4Nz-_nX2fhO9IImg= With four boats available, small and large groups are welcome. Anglers under the age of 13 fish for free! We supply rods reels, tackle, snacks, drinks, ice, fuel, bait and fun. No charge for fish cleaning and bagging. Be sure and ask about our all inclusive overnight fishing packages to the Cat Island House!!! For your next fishing trip, give us a call or check us out on line. www.shorethingcharters.com or 228-342-2206

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Think this will save you? MSQ Blog : Gold Coast Sport Fishing Club

May 16th, 2012 No comments

 The safety equipment on your boat could save your life in an emergency so it is important to make sure all equipment is kept in good working order. One of the most vital pieces of safety equipment is your life jacket. A boatie going offshore was carrying the life jacket shown above. Safety equipment that is poorly maintained is the same as not carrying it at all. A life jacket in poor condition, for instance if it shows signs of deterioration such as stiff or cracked fabric, frayed strapping or pulled stitching, will be considered non- compliant and you will be fined.

 There are different types of life jackets required for various activities and areas. Life jackets must also meet the relevant Australian Standard. Type Use in boats Use on PWCs PFD type1 or level 275 or level 150 or level 100 • Use in smooth, partially smooth and minimum requirements for use in open waters. • Not to be used by skiers or people being towed. • Not to be used by PWC riders. Type Use in boats Use on PWCs PFD type 2 or Level 50 • Use in smooth and partially smooth waters. • Can be used by skiers or people being towed. • Use in smooth and partially smooth waters or open waters Type Use in boats Use on PWCs PFD type 3 or Level 50 special purpose • Use in smooth waters. • Can be used by skiers or people being towed. • Use in smooth waters. Life jackets must meet the following Australian Standards: ­ PFD type 1 – AS1512 ­ PFD type 2 – AS1499 ­ PFD type 3 – AS2260 ­ Level 275 – AS4758 ­ Level 150 – AS4758 ­ Level 100 – AS4758 ­ Level 50 – AS4758 ­ Level 50 special purpose – AS4758. Here are some tips on life jackets: • Make sure each person on board has one of the right size and type for the area that you are going boating. • Life jackets should be easily accessible and everyone on board should know where they are and how to put them on. • Check your life jackets before and after each trip to make sure that they are in good condition and there are no tears or frays. If they get wet, hang them up to dry before storing them away. • Do not use your life jacket as a cushion. • Inflatable life jackets also need to be maintained and serviced. Check with the manufacturer for the recommended servicing schedule. See Maritime Safety Queensland’s website for more information www.msq.qld.gov.au.

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Northwest Florida State College offering environmental education …

May 16th, 2012 No comments

The Northwest Florida State College will be offering environmental course in June and July 2012. Lessons in a variety of outdoor activities such as fresh and salt water fishing, bay fishing, boat safety, hunting skills and techniques for small game and deer, tree stand safety, training in GPS systems and Boat Smart certification will all be offered as part of a new Environmental Education course at the College. Offered through the college’s Continuing Education program, the non-credit course will focus on hands-on seminars and excursions while participants learn about the outdoor opportunities available in our geographic area. The course is open to adults of all ages or to youth age 16 and older.  Youth younger than 16 must have a parent or guardian enrolled in the course along with them.

The leisure learning Environmental Education course is offered with no tests or grades, but successful completion will lead to the Boat Smart certification. Registration is now being accepted for two sessions offered from June 18 to June 29 and from July 9 to July 20. The class meets both sessions on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  There is a $50 fee for the workshop. Course organizers note that in addition to honing practical outdoor skills, the class will focus on the conservation of our natural resources.

Individuals who are current or previous NWFSC students may enroll for the non-credit workshop on-line through the college’s RaiderNet online registration system. New students should enroll in-person at any of the college’s seven area locations. Register for course number XRL 6023, Northwest Florida Environmental Education. For information, contact the NWFSC Continuing Education Division at 729-6085.



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Where you can Search for Interesting Facts on the Web

May 15th, 2012 No comments

The Internet provides plenty of special chances of looking for any kind of info. Definitely, you can find anything at all on line, such as audio, films, textbooks and so forth. Moreover, it is possible to purchase goods and services online, search for mates and also soul mates, appreciate game applications. To put it differently, the internet is an alternative world. In this post we are going to concentrate on key rewards of the net.

Internet shopping. Without doubts, lots of folks throughout the world are usually obsessed with shopping on the web. It is incredibly handy to search for goods and services without abandoning comfort of your house. Purchasing products on the internet is fast. As an illustration, to make a price comparison for a new cell phone, for instance, you might need 15 minutes. In addition, while seeking products or services on-line, you will find much additional information, for example information regarding goods options and, moreover, buyers opinions. As known, lots of folks post their particular feedbacks concerning ordered goods. Such testimonials are extremely helpful for unskilled consumers. Regarding the range of goods you’ll be able to purchase on-line, you may buy anything at all, a e book or an auto. Selling price comparison helps it be easy to economize. Cutting back is known as a major benefit for home shopping. You can compare costs at sites of internet retailers or maybe it’s possible to go to specific price tag comparing websites that complete the task for you personally.

In search of information. Those days are gone have passed when we were required to buy dvds with games, short clips and also audio. These days, in case you want to find a record or perhaps a film you actually use yahoo and Google. Really, there are a large number of web sites which offer movies and also audio that it is possible to get absolutely free! In addition, you will find websites which provide on line short clips, i.e. you do not have to download computer files. It’s pretty handy, specifically for unskilled customers. It is easy to exchange information as well.

Textbooks and also various other information. The world-wide-web is definitely packed with web sites which offer fascinating information and interesting facts.

Entertainment websites are fairly trendy today. Likewise, you might search for scientific information and facts at particular web sites and these web sites as Wikipedia. The Internet is incredibly useful for experts as well as pupils.

Social media sites as well as blogs. Today, folks are generally addicted to social networking sites at which they look for friends, exchange information and facts, discuss photos, organize celebrations etc. Facebook has totally changed the internet. Likewise, these days, each man or woman can have own internet site even without web development experience. Making a particular blog takes a few mins. On weblogs individuals discuss exciting information, thoughts, pics, go over different problems or even generate income.

Of course, money making on-line is the essential bonus. You’ll find plenty of methods to generate earnings without leaving the house. Everything you need is the pc along with a shiny plan on how to earn cash. In these days, it is possible to make cash with individual weblog. You may also make individual online store and supply goods or perhaps solutions.

Unquestionably, the world-wide-web keeps progressing. New sites and also solutions come out. In future, the web will certainly offer completely different prospects for all people. 

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