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Gary’s Latest Kayak Fishing Trip Report, Florida

Posted on April 19, 2011 by W kayak

Slow fishing yesterday but the full moon and rising sun made for a great day on the water.
Got a few small trout and one nice one.
I added to the many scratches on the bottom of the hulls by stopping on an oyster bar for lunch and a stretch, but the W remains leak-free. Continue reading →

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Jeff’s First Florida Fall Kayak Fishing Trip

Posted on September 26, 2010 by W kayak

The day was planned as further experiments with the spincast outfits since they represent the simplest gear for kids and many folks use nothing but them. I also wanted to be able to have follow up for the monthly articles I’ve been writing for Country Life a local newspaper in my fishing column. I did a spincast article recently so I needed more subject material. Continue reading →

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Kayak Fishing and Oyster Beds

Posted on December 23, 2008 by W kayak

Beginning kayak fisherman are warned about the potential damage that shellfish can do to their fishing kayaks. This is especially true with oysters, who grow in shallow water in large communities called ‘oyster beds’. This movie that Jeff McGovern shot … Continue reading →

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How to Avoid and Repair Scratches in Your Kayak

Posted on March 23, 2008 by W kayak

Going with your kayak over oyster beds, shells, sharp rocks, broken glass, metal debris and even concrete ramps can get its hull scratched. In most cases such scratches are negligible, and you need not pay attention to them. However, if … Continue reading →

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