Fishing

Before I retired, I constructed an informal bucket list of 10 things I would like to experience after the kids were grown, work was largely a thing of the past and my remaining IRA balance would allow me. — People who make a bucket list have always fascinated me. Imagine, putting the pressure of checking off experiential challenges that involve physical and emotional exertion at precisely the time in life when the things to which you look forward involve eating, sleeping and a properly functioning digestive system.

Local ocean users are increasingly at risk of losing their cherished ocean spaces as governments and businesses push to tap into the perceived untapped wealth of the so-called Ocean Economy. Therefore, this June — in celebration of World Oceans Day — we’re leading the world’s first “Ocean Snapshot” project to…

Like Fishing, Only Naked — Ihave seen a number of listicles that explore the topic of things not to do naked. You know, things like frying bacon, welding, installing fiberglass insulation, beekeeping, etc.. I generally agree with these lists, but I saw one a little while ago that included fishing as a no-go when nude! …

In a world where guidance, support, and kindness are increasingly necessary, the Big Brothers Big Sisters program stands as a beacon of hope. …

Finding the best way to get potholes repaired. — Surachai is fed up with the lack of action from the local authority in repairing the many potholes in the sois (small side roads) around his home. The roads are well used so the inconvenience is not just a personal one. …

There are many ways you can spend a day off in the summertime, yet one option seems to stand above the rest. That is: enjoying the nature at Horsetooth Reservoir and the many things it has to offer. Go for a hike!

May 25, 2023 In this week’s issue: The blue revolution off our shores The Colorado River’s landmark deal This is an archived issue. Sign up here to receive the Planet Snapshots newsletter every Thursday morning. Feature Story: Aquaculture What if we told you that the Zhou dynasty figured out sustainable…

Fly fishing in Montana is a year-round activity. Sun, rain, or snow, you can always catch folks throwing a line. In fact, I’ve caught some of my best fish in a blizzard. As summer arrives and the waters warm, fly fishers from around the world wait for the annual salmonfly…

Stories of my father and life on the waters of southern Virginia. — There is only one road leading to Sandbridge Beach. In the summertime, it swells with bumper-to-bumper traffic traveling the curvy two-lane road between swaying pines and marshy tire-catching ditches. Progress has caught up with Sandbridge. Decades ago, it was one of the few remaining beach areas in Virginia Beach free…