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Fishing
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01.27.09Starfish Hands
Aquaria, documenting nature, Fishing, Scientist (5)In his section on the preservation of marine animals, Daniel beard suggests securing a starfish to a board and leaving it in the open air till it dies. The result of this would be a dried starfish that is perfectly flat. I am fairly certain that Seth would be mortified by this procedure and vehemently object. Here's why... It all started a few years ago at the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. One sunny winter day Seth and I arrived early and enjoyed a morning of rich tidepooling. While waiting for Chas and Ford to show up for lunch, Seth was idly fiddling ...
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12.13.08The Zen of Fishing
Fishing, Fishing tackle (2)Fishing at your local county park is a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon, especially when it has been so unseasonably warm in California. We used a borrowed fishing pole strung with some monofilament, a bobber and a hook outfitted with some moldy cheese. When all was finally ready Seth tossed out the bobber and let the hook sink. About 10 seconds later he turned to me anxiously and said, “did I catch something?” It was in this moment that I understood fishing would be a life long exercise in patience, and finesse. If anyone is equipped for a lifetime ...
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12.12.08Boys Almanac Loves: Chacos!
Equipment Deals, Fishing, Necessary Provisions, xo (0)It has come to my attention tonight that our favorite sandal is now on huge discount at the Boy's Almanac store! I can't sleep until I pass this on because this is a terrific deal, if you can find your child's size. I just restocked the boy's closet with three pairs at $11.75 per pair. Per PAIR! They normally retail at $50. Once outgrown, there isn't a shoe in this house that has been replaced faster than the Chaco Z1 Little Kid Sandal. It is the Go-To Shoe that is always on standby. I call them the 'Air Jesus,' the perfect ...
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