06-17-2012, 04:08 PM
I'll throw out some other ideas for consideration (this is just me "brain storming" so that are not all fully-formed concepts):
1. A monthly fishing report as to the commonly-known lakes and reservoirs (e.g., Strawberry, Deer Creek, etc.). No one has to reveal their "honey pot." Include with this discussions and demonstrations on the best stillwater techniques for that time of year. I would love to improve my techniques for stripping streamers and fishing with chironomids. Finally, a report of any new/and or cool facilities (e.g., the best 'tooner campground at Green River or Strawberry; a great place or marina for launching toons; a great place to get a burger and shake on the way home, etc.).
2. An informative discussion as to the pros and cons of kayaks, tubes, pontoon boats, etc. and/or why one might be better than another in a particular situation.
3. How to transport a tube or 'toon and when to use what option, such as how to secure it to a car rack; pros and cons of trailers and recommendations; blowing it up in advance or at the lake, such as don't blow up your tube completely at SLC elevation (4,500) and then drive up to Trail Lake (9,800)) -- something's gotta give.
4. How to glue accessories to a 'toon such, as the Scotty mount system, and where and under what circumstances to glue vs. strap.
5. How to maintain a 'toon (cleaning, treating with Amor All, etc.) and how to repair a 'toon -- especially a puncture.
6. Pros and cons of various means of propulsion - motor, fins, oars - and recommendation of when to use which type and what brands and models to buy.
7. Fishing techniques that take the greatest advantage of the characteristics of a tube or 'toon.
8. How to store items so that they don't get wet and/or fall in the water.
You all get the idea. Basically things you cover in your book but with the chance to hear a variety of views and experiences, to ask questions, and to handle and see the merchandise.
For example, I just got Scadden's New World Navigator and could bring it for a look-see. Personally, I never make a large purchase until I've seen it and handled it in person, so I would enjoy seeing other folks gear.
Just my two-cents.
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1. A monthly fishing report as to the commonly-known lakes and reservoirs (e.g., Strawberry, Deer Creek, etc.). No one has to reveal their "honey pot." Include with this discussions and demonstrations on the best stillwater techniques for that time of year. I would love to improve my techniques for stripping streamers and fishing with chironomids. Finally, a report of any new/and or cool facilities (e.g., the best 'tooner campground at Green River or Strawberry; a great place or marina for launching toons; a great place to get a burger and shake on the way home, etc.).
2. An informative discussion as to the pros and cons of kayaks, tubes, pontoon boats, etc. and/or why one might be better than another in a particular situation.
3. How to transport a tube or 'toon and when to use what option, such as how to secure it to a car rack; pros and cons of trailers and recommendations; blowing it up in advance or at the lake, such as don't blow up your tube completely at SLC elevation (4,500) and then drive up to Trail Lake (9,800)) -- something's gotta give.
4. How to glue accessories to a 'toon such, as the Scotty mount system, and where and under what circumstances to glue vs. strap.
5. How to maintain a 'toon (cleaning, treating with Amor All, etc.) and how to repair a 'toon -- especially a puncture.
6. Pros and cons of various means of propulsion - motor, fins, oars - and recommendation of when to use which type and what brands and models to buy.
7. Fishing techniques that take the greatest advantage of the characteristics of a tube or 'toon.
8. How to store items so that they don't get wet and/or fall in the water.
You all get the idea. Basically things you cover in your book but with the chance to hear a variety of views and experiences, to ask questions, and to handle and see the merchandise.
For example, I just got Scadden's New World Navigator and could bring it for a look-see. Personally, I never make a large purchase until I've seen it and handled it in person, so I would enjoy seeing other folks gear.
Just my two-cents.
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