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Muskies Inc. Musky School - May 15 at Lake Hopatcong, NJ

Lake Hopatcong, NJ --(FishNLand.com)- If you would like to learn how to catch muskies and at the same time support New Jersey’s musky fisheries program, you don’t want to miss this year’s Musky School on Lake Hopatcong offered by Muskies Inc.!

Learn how to catch these elusive fish from seasoned, veteran musky anglers, who are donating their time and expertise for this event. This class offers the information, tips and techniques that will help both beginner and experienced musky anglers catch more muskies.

In the morning, classroom-style sessions will cover locations to fish, forage base, lure presentations, fishing tactics and more. Later in the day, participants will be on the water in a fully-equipped boat to pursue muskies with a personal instructor. This six-hour course includes a shore lunch. This is a catch and release event.

At Musky School, you will learn:
* Seasonal musky patterns and lure presentations
* Proper fishing gear selection - rods, reels, leaders and line
* How to land, handle and properly release musky

Fee: $300

Contact Kevin via e-mail at
johnsonke@optonline.net
Or by phone (201) 563-2554

For more info visit web sites
www.mi22.com and www.MuskiesInc.org

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Choose Proper Equipment When Ice Fishing

LINCOLN, Neb. –-(FishNLand.com)- Ice fishing can be a great way to beat cabin fever and it can be one of the best times of the year to catch fish. However, to take advantage of ice fishing opportunities some gear is essential to make the experience comfortable and productive.

Never venture out onto the ice until it is certain that the ice is a safe thickness.

Daryl Bauer, fisheries outreach program manager for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, has the following recommendations for essential ice-fishing equipment:

Clothing – There are a number of pac boots available that have removable liners and are rated for temperatures well below zero. Spend as much money as you can afford on a good pair of boots because you will be standing on the ice.

There are a variety of hats that will keep your head and ears warm; consider a fur hat — nothing beats fur for warmth and style.

The key to staying warm is layering. Begin with a base layer of silk or synthetic underwear and add layers. Wool garments provide excellent insulation and will maintain warmth even when damp. Outer layers may include sweat shirts and jackets covered by heavy parkas, bibs or coveralls. Carry at least a couple pairs of gloves or mittens. Remove layers during periods of activity to avoid sweating and add layers back on during periods of inactivity.

Safety – The best tool for checking ice thickness is an ice chisel or spud bar that may be used to strike the ice and evaluate ice conditions. Commercial or homemade ice picks should be worn around your neck in case the worst happens and you need something to grip the ice and pull yourself out of the water.

Try ice creepers or ice cleats; they are great for keeping you on your feet. Wearing a life jacket is a good idea until you are sure the ice is safe. All ice anglers should have a long piece of rope in case of emergency.

Ice Holes – A spud bar may be used to make holes in the ice, but ice augers make the job easier. Hand augers are relatively inexpensive and would be the best investment for beginning ice anglers. The most important thing about ice augers is to keep the blades sharp. Purchase an extra set of blades to ensure you have at least one set of sharp blades on every trip.

Once a person is ready to make a greater investment in ice-fishing equipment, gas-powered augers make the job even easier. An ice skimmer is essential for scooping ice chunks from holes.

Rods and Reels, Hooks and Bait – Beginners may use their open-water fishing rods and reels. Specialized, shorter, ice fishing rods allow anglers to sit closer to their ice holes while they are fishing. There are a variety of ice-fishing rods on the market, or anglers can manufacture their own using broken open-water rods.

Think small and light for most ice-fishing tackle. Fish metabolism rates are slower during the winter so light lines with relatively small hooks, jigs or spoons tipped with wax worms or maggots are the best ice-fishing tools for most species of fish.

Borrow a child’s sled to haul your equipment onto the ice. Use heavier lines and larger baits for pike and other large predator fish.

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Coleman Introduces RoadTrip Table Top Grill

Wichita, Kan. -(FishNLand.com)– Be prepared to be the hero of the next tailgate party or outdoor cookout by being ready to cook at a moment’s notice. The new Coleman® RoadTrip® Premium Table Top Grill gives outdoor chefs the freedom of quick setup, tear down and the ability to cook nearly anywhere a flat surface can be found.

Boasting a full 10,000 Btu of heat courtesy of one fully adjustable, stainless steel burner, the RoadTrip Premium Table Top Grill gets hot and cooks fast – a must when tailgating before cold-weather late-season games. Lightweight and easy to carry, the grill features an InstaStart™ electronic ignition that provides simple, matchless lighting of the propane fuel source (sold separately).

With a 245-square-inches of total cooking surface, including a 205-square-inch cast iron, porcelain-coated grill plus a warming rack, and an integrated temperature gauge on the lid, users can prepare the best burgers and brats in the league. With a convenient grease-management system featuring slide-out grease tray for quick and easy cleanup, this grill easily doubles for cookouts at home.

Coleman RoadTrip Premium Table Top Grill

• Power: 10,000 Btu burner
• Cooking Surface: 205-square-inch removable cast iron porcelain-coated grill, plus a warming rack (40 square inches)
• Ignition: InstaStart™ electronic ignition
• Fuel: Operates on 16.4-ounce propane cylinder (sold separately) or adaptable to 20-pound tank (hose and tank sold separately)
• Construction: Lightweight, durable die-cast aluminum base with porcelain-coated steel lid; glass-reinforced plastic frame for comfortable carrying
• Features: Temperature gauge on lid, grease-management system with slide-out grease tray, limited two-year warranty
• MSRP: $149.99

About Coleman

As an international leader in the innovation and marketing of outdoor products, The Coleman Company, Inc., helps people have fun and make memories by providing the gear integral to their favorite outdoor experiences. The company’s products include its legendary lanterns and stoves, as well as coolers, tents, sleeping bags, airbeds, backpacks, furniture, and grills under its Coleman® and Exponent® brands. Additionally, the company provides flotation devices, towables, rainwear, waders, hunting and fishing gear, and safety and survival equipment under its Stearns®, Sevylor®, Sospenders®, Hodgman®, Mad Dog Gear®, Nevin® and Helium® brands. Founded in 1900 and based in Wichita, Kan., Coleman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Jarden Corporation and can be found online at www.coleman.com. Consumers can call 800-835-3278 or e-mail consumerservice@coleman.com for general information or for Coleman products. To view Stearns products, go to www.stearnsflotation.com.

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