Forum: In The Backcountry
05-11-2013, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,044
Here's a link
https://www.hammockforums.net/
This forum has discussions on anything and everything to do with Hammocks and discusses the good or bad about various kinds and brands.
Mike
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
04-24-2013, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 861
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Forum: In The Backcountry
04-06-2013, 10:12 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 999
Too Kind
Personally I want to say I think Breck is "THE MAN" :) My Grandson is so much a part of me, I can't fathom doing otherwise. Breck's investment into the life of his nephew especially touches a nerve...
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Forum: In The Backcountry
04-04-2013, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 999
Breck you are too kind :)
Thanks for your kind and gracious words. By the way, my favorite fishing partner as a kid growing up, was my Uncle George. My Dad never seemed to want to do much with my brother and I as kids growing...
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Forum: In The Backcountry
04-04-2013, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 999
Well done!
Brought tears to my eyes, in a good way. My middle daughter got involved with a "deadbeat" and became pregnant whle they were living together. The result is that she as a single mother living in our...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
03-27-2013, 11:04 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 563
Great post!!!
Thanks so much for the report and the pics, make my presently being exiled in Florida a bit more bearable! I love those moujntain in winter, spring, summer, and fall...
Mike
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
03-09-2013, 11:32 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,010
Cut backs???? CHECK THIS OUT!!!
Interesting link / article about the supposedly necessary cutbacks...
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/03/08/park-ranger-claims-supervisors-pushed-sequester-cuts-that-visitors-would-notice/
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
03-06-2013, 03:16 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,704
The fallacy of
The fallacy of the "fees" has been in all that it was claimed they would provide in terms of "park support". It has been claimed that these fees would cure every ill related to the park, to the back...
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Forum: In The Backcountry
02-21-2013, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,232
How good could it...
...possibly have been??? I have not seen or heard of a single mention of "panthers" or "panters" :) (just couldn't resist)
Mike
Joe Fred, I have a friend that lived on a dairy and would milk...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
12-18-2012, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,591
Thanks JoeFred
I received the message and download link the other day and am looking forward to alot of day-dreaming :)
God Bless n Merry Christmas,
Mike
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
08-14-2012, 11:33 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,165
@ Cane Pole :)
Speaking of cousins...back soon after i graduated in 73, I noticed a beautiful blond from a neighboring school. That girl was "Hollywood Pretty" no joke and had a figure to match her beautiful face....
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
07-19-2012, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 5,155
@ SM Carter
...most waders would not stop the fangs of a snake from puncturing. LL Bean used to sella wader they called "Wicked Tough" as best I can recall and it was made from
"kevlar", the stuff that bullet...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
06-18-2012, 05:46 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 967
More often than not :)
I obtain information from LRO and the folks there. I have spoken with a few folks in the various visitor centers that seemed somewhat knowledgeable. One fellow was especially so and on a couple of...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
05-14-2012, 10:51 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,627
I would rather...
have a gun and never need it than not have one and find iyt was needed for self protection or to defend my loved ones. I have been in situations that being armed prevented assault or untimely death,...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
05-06-2012, 10:28 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,246
I saw one about 8 years ago
My wife and I were driving along Little River Road from Sugarlands toward Townsend just about dusk and one came running down off the mountain, briefly hesitating in front of us just long enough for...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
04-26-2012, 01:29 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 780
Ditto
All the other responses are right on as to the difficulty wading Abram's Creek. The rock in the stream bed comes up at an angle and is slicker than an oiled banana peel.
You might try Anthony's...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
03-05-2012, 11:39 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,215
Mr. Casada?
Regarding your observations,
"Strangely enough, when I've asked folks at the Luftee Visitor Center about cemeteries in that area they invariably know next to nothing. I know the locations and most...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
03-05-2012, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,215
Thanks :)
" I have sold PDFs as downloads in the past, but now that they are now about 10 MB each and the number of them will soon be over 40, I would need to assess the possibility of sets of maps being...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
03-03-2012, 11:36 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,215
Questions?
First off, great job on the map, it looks incredible! Are these available for purchase by download and if so, can they be printed? If printable, what kind of "paper" would work with most bubblejet...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
02-26-2012, 12:08 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,154
Adding my condolences...
...to those already offered. So sorry for your loss and for all that are affected by the passing of your brother. You and those touched by this loss are in my prayers for the Lord's comfort and His...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
12-31-2011, 08:17 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 775
Thanking Jesus...
...for the comfort He affords to everyone affected by this loss! We just attended the funerals of two family friends this past week, so sorry for your loss!
Mike
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
12-30-2011, 01:48 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,154
Good subject....
...and a sweet post. I recall my earliest fishing experience took place in my birthplace of Manatee County, out at Myakka State Park. In anticipation of the upcoming picnic and fishing venture, my...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
12-23-2011, 10:37 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 637
Merry Christmas!
I figured that I best post Christmas greetings now lest I forget to later in the holiday rush. I pray each of you are able to spend time with those you love, doing the things you enjoy for the...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
12-14-2011, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 2,533
What a bunch...
...of GREAt memories!!! With refernce to the mention of the "dance of the dry fly" and Uncle Mark Cathey, I recall a visit to the park about 4 years ago and fishing along Little River road. My wife...
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Forum: Smoky Mountain Fishing
11-29-2011, 12:21 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,290
"Tuck Reader"
Just thought I would add that the "Reader" has several articles written by Mr. Casada and I have sure found each I've read to be both interesting and informative. I can't begin to express my...
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