New T-Shirt Design - Eat Sleep Fish

We are always looking for new designs for our t-shirts which display a passion for fishing. We look for images that are colorful and fun with a little class. Here is the latest custom design. Of course we use the latest state-of-the-art digital process for printing the shirts utilizing an ink that actually dies the fabric for long lasting quality. It works very similar to an ink jet printer but is much more expensive. And of course, all shirts are made of quality 100% preshrunk cotton.

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Texas Fisherman Breaks Fly Fishing Record

Casey Cox, of Carrollton, broke the Texas fly fishing record for red snapper on September 10th fishing off the coast of Port Mansfield. Port Mansfield is located between Corpus Christi and Brownsville, Texas.

Cox said he found a hot spot for red snapper on his sonar earlier in the summer. He found a huge school of fish in the middle of nowhere. None of the charts showed any structure in that spot. He fished there a couple of times before he ever saw anything other than fish on the sonar. It appears to be the site of an old wreck. Whatever is on the bottom is attracting fish but not fishermen.

Cox was using a 15-weight rod and an 800-grain full sinking line with a custom fly tied by Jeff Pierce, sales manager of Mustad Hooks. The big rod with heavy line is necessary to sink the fly in deep water. The big snappers were suspended at about 30 feet. His record red snapper was 11 pounds, 11 ounces.

Crazy Fisherman University T-Shirt

Are you looking for a new fishing themed t-shirt? The Crazy Fisherman University t-shirt is one of our most popular. It makes a great gift, but it doesn't have to be. You can buy one for yourself. Made of preshrunk 100% cotton, the t-shirt quality is excellent and will last for years. Also, the design isn't screen printed, we use an advanced technique that shoots ink into the fabric for long-lasting color sharpness.

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224 Anglers Qualify To Win 2007 Maryland Fishing Challenge

The state of Maryland really promotes its natural resources. Check out the fishing challenge below.

While the genuine “Diamond Jim” managed to elude those fishing the Bay this summer, 224 lucky anglers from across the state caught citation-worthy fish, qualifying them for the 2007 Maryland Fishing Challenge grand prize drawings. At 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 22, Governor Martin O’Malley will announce the two lucky grand prize winners, who will take home a Toyota Tundra 4x4 pickup truck from Central Atlantic Toyota or a 591 Nitro with a 115 HP Mercury engine and a trailer donated by Bass Pro Shops and Tracker Boats.

“In addition to being fun and profitable for lucky anglers, we hope this annual celebration of recreational fishing in Maryland reminds people of the great value of our State’s natural resources, and the responsibility we all share for working toward a sustainable future for our Bay and its aquatic life,” said Governor O’Malley.

For more information, visit www.dnr.maryland.gov/fishingchallenge.

The Giant Fish Pirarucu Makes A Comeback

Okay here is your science lesson for today. You have probably never heard of a pirarucu. Well, since it is one of the largest freshwater fish in the world it's time for you to learn. Native to Lake Santo Antonio in northwestern Brazil, fishing for the pirarucu has been banned for the last three years to allow the species to reproduce and grow. It must have worked. With the recent lifting of the ban, fishermen caught 19 pirarucu in five days; a total catch weighing in at 980 kilograms, just slightly within the regulated limit.

More about the pirarucu:
It can grow up to 10 ft long and weighs around 400 lb. This size is small compared to the documented size about 100 years ago which was 15 ft (4.6 m). This fish has a flat bony head, followed by an elongated body which is scaly. Its tail is short and stumpy. The color of this fish is begins with a copperish green at the head then to a darker blue-green which fades at the white belly. The fins at the edge of the tail are a reddish color. The pirarucu is an air breather and is one of the most sought after food fish in South America.

The Slickfish Weedless Fishing Lure

If you ever fish in heavy cover, you need to check out the Slickfish weedless lure. Bass hide in weeds and look for their prey in weeds. Because of the weedless design you can fish areas that your typical lure or soft plastic can never penetrate. You can slip easily over, around, or through heavy moss, thick hydrilla, massive lily-pad beds and dense timber. Never fear unfamiliar lakes, rivers, or reservoirs again. As an added bonus, Slickfish's hard plastic body, coated Matsua hooks, and internal stainless steel mechanism create a nearly indestructible lure that should last a lifetime.

You may also customize a lure as you order if you want something different than the standard. A prokit is also available which contains three lures and six tails that can be mixed and matched to fit every fishing condition.

At first glance the price seems a little high, but when you consider the fact that you should never lose this lure, it seems like a bargain. Go to www.slickfishlures.com for more information.

Try A Fishing Computer Game When You Can't Go Fishing

When you have the urge to fish but can't go, try a fishing computer game. There are many available for purchase; however I just came across this free fishing game from miniclip.com. It's simple, but entertaining - and it's free. ENJOY!

Big Catch Land as many fish as possible. Can you make the Big Catch?

Play this free game now!!

More Information from the National Survey Trends

A comparison of estimates of the 2006 and 2001 Surveys reveals that millions of Americans continue to enjoy wildlife recreation.

Fishing — Fishing continues to be a favorite pastime. In 2001, 13% of the U.S. population 16 years old and older spent an average of 17 days fishing. Comparing results of the 2006 Survey and 2001 Surveys reveals that although the number of all anglers declined 12%, their expenditures for fishing equipment (rods, reels, etc.) and fishing trips increased 5% and 7%, respectively. There were drops in expenditures for auxiliary equipment (special clothing, tents, etc.) and special equipment (big ticket items such as boats) by -14% and -12%, respectively.

The biggest declines in fishing participation were Great Lakes fishing which dropped 23% and Saltwater fishing which dropped 15%. Excluding the Great Lakes, freshwater fishing participation decreased by 10%.

Hunting — Five percent of the U.S. population 16 years old and older, 12.5 million people, hunted in 2006. They spent an average of 18 days pursuing their sport. The number of all hunters declined by 4% from 2001 to 2006 and there was a 3% drop in overall expenditures (not a statistically significant change).

Although the total number of hunters declined from 2001 to 2006, the number of big game hunters held their own. The biggest declines were in migratory bird hunting (-22%) and small animal hunting (-12%).

As in the case of fishing expenditures, expenditures for hunting equipment (firearms, ammunition, etc.) actually increased 3%, as did hunting trips which rose by 13%. The biggest drop in expenditures was for special equipment—big ticket items like trucks and cabins—which declined by 30%.

Wildlife Watching — Thirty-one percent of the U.S. population 16 years old and older fed, observed, or photographed wildlife in 2006. These wildlife watchers increased in number by 8% from 2001 to 2006. Their expenditures for trips, equipment, and other items increased 2%.

From 2001 to 2006, expenditures for wildlife-watching equipment (binoculars, cameras, etc.) increased by 20% and for wildlife-watching trips by 40%.

Due to changes in methodology, the estimates from the 1991, 1996, 2001, and 2006 Surveys cannot be compared with estimates from previous Surveys. Just interesting facts to think about.

National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation

Every five years the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service conducts a survey to learn more about the number of participants in fishing, hunting, and wildlife watching (observing, photographing, and feeding wildlife), and the amount of time and money spent on these activities.

Here are the survey survey highlights:
Over 87 million U.S. residents 16 years old and older fished, hunted, or wildlife watched in 2006. During that year, 29.9 million people fished, 12.5 million hunted, and 71.1 million participated in at least one type of wildlife-watching activity including observing, feeding, or photographing wildlife.

Wildlife recreationists' avidity was reflected in their spending which totaled over $120 billion in 2006. This amounted to 1% of the United States GDP. Of the total amount spent, $37 billion was for trips, $64 billion for equipment, and $16 billion for other items.

Sportspersons spent a total of $75 billion in 2006—$41 billion on fishing, $23 billion on hunting, and $11 billion on items used for both hunting and fishing. Wildlife watchers spent $45 billion on trips, equipment, and other items.

There is no doubt that this type of outdoor recreation has a huge impact on our economy. More trends to come tomorrow.

Long Sleeve Fishing T-Shirts

It is hard to believe that Fall is here, but it is. As the weather begins to cool, the fish begin to move a little shallower and you need to dress a little warmer. It is also time to stock up on your long sleeve fishing t-shirts. You can choose from at least 50 fishing t-shirt designs that are available in both long sleeve and short sleeve. All shirts are made of 100% pre-shrunk cotton and are ready to ship immediately. Look through the variety of designs and order your fishing t-shirt today.