Outdoors
Friday, July 15, 2011 12:24 AM |
Ethanol is getting in your gas tank whether you like it or not. It likely isn’t a problem if that gas tank is in your car, but ethanol in your boat’s fuel tank will cause a lot of problems.
For instance, your boat won’t run and your wallet will explode.
Primarily developed from corn or sugar cane, ethanol-blended fuel was intended to lower harmful emissions from internal combusti ... Read More
HEADLINES
New hunting law meant to protect property owners
Wednesday, July 06, 2011 6:12 PM |
N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission
RALEIGH — A new state law requires hunters and anglers to obtain written permission from a landowner or leaseholder before hunting or fishing on privately-owned posted property, including land, waters, ponds or l ...Read More
Hudson column: Hunters host regional TV show
Sports | Thursday, June 23, 2011 6:52 AM |
Some local hunters have turned their passion for whitetail deer and turkey into a television program that will begin airing on Fox Sports South next month.
Beginning at 10 a.m. Sunday, July 3, “Pass’n it On Outdoors” will feature 26 ...Read More
Capt. Gus: Summer fishing is fun
Sports | Thursday, June 23, 2011 7:04 AM |
It was a hoot. The fishermen were small (7 ad 8 year olds), and the catfish were BIG.
It started when a fish yanked the rod tip toward the water and began pulling line. The blue cat was so big the youngster couldn’t get the rod out of the holde ...Read More
Hudson column: Heat can threaten hot dogs
Sports | Friday, June 17, 2011 10:58 AM |
The most dangerous time of the year is here for your dog. Summertime brings oppressive heat and humidity that can kill your canine companion quickly, before you have time to do anything about it.
“When you’re going along at 80 or 85 degre ...Read More
Chandler, Reilly take High Rock tournament
Sports | Friday, June 17, 2011 7:19 AM |
by Glenn Hudson
For the Salisbury Post
Kevin Chandler of New London won the FLW Wal-Mart Bass Fishing League Piedmont Division tournament on High Rock Lake Saturday.
He finished with a weight of 18 pounds, 5 ounces to take the winner’s check of ...Read More
Fishing's unwritten rules
Sports | Friday, June 17, 2011 7:21 AM |
Like most sports, fishing has many unwritten rules that aren’t found in books. In case you haven’t heard, here are a few that you might like to know about.
Rule 1: Never cast over another person’s line. This happens frequently on fishing piers, dr ...Read More
Hudson column: Go deep for summer bass
Sports | Thursday, June 09, 2011 7:09 AM |
It’s time to start hitting the bottom when it comes to bass fishing in the summer on High Rock and Badin lakes.
Sure, you can still catch them shallow early in the morning and early in the evening, but chances are as soon as the sun gets high y ...Read More
Hudson column: Off-roaders seek perfect 'sippy hole'
Sports | Thursday, June 02, 2011 12:48 AM |
It is fun to get dirty. Especially when you are piloting a four-wheel drive vehicle. In fact, it is the quest for the perfect sippy hole that drives many off-road enthusiasts. The object of the game is to get into as much mud as possible.
Let me prov ...Read More
Fishin' with Capt. Gus: Ospreys nesting
Sports | Thursday, June 02, 2011 6:50 AM |
The Norman Wildlife Conservationists is a chapter of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation.
Its mission is to enhance and protect wildlife habitat in the Lake Norman area for all to enjoy. Among the many projects they are involved with and one of th ...Read More
Fishin' with Capt. Gus: Answering Lake Norman questions
Sports | Wednesday, May 25, 2011 8:19 PM |
Once again it is time to post some frequently asked questions for those new to fishing on Lake Norman.
Do I need a license to fish Lake Norman and other area lakes?
Yes. A fishing license is required for residents and non-residents who are 16 or ...Read More
Hudson column: Fishing can instill lifelong memories for children
Sports | Thursday, May 26, 2011 1:06 AM |
Children love fishing. Especially when you are catching fish.
A successful day can result in memories that will last a lifetime. But a great day of fishing requires some simple planning before you go.
There is no doubt that having the child catch a f ...Read More
Hudson column: Head for the grass lines at Badin
Sports | Friday, May 20, 2011 7:36 AM |
By Glenn Hudson
For the Salisbury Post
Catching largemouth bass during the warm months of the year on Badin Lake is often as easy as throwing a soft, plastic worm along virtually any stretch of grass that lines the shore. And this eelgrass is everyw ...Read More
Capt. Gus: Boat wakes make bumps
Sports | Friday, May 20, 2011 7:59 AM |
Last weekend’s steady stream of boats traveling up and down Lake Norman’s main river channel was a challenge, even to experienced mariners.
In addition to navigating through a maze of boats at speed, the helmsmen had to safely maneuver through th ...Read More
Children's Miracle Network fishing Saturday
Sports | Thursday, May 19, 2011 6:51 AM |
The Fourth Annual Children’s Miracle Network Bass Team Tournament is from dawn until 2:30 p.m. on High Rock Lake at Tamarac Marina
The entry fee is $100 per team. First place will win $1,000.
For more information, contact Jack Scott ...Read More