There are four different species of horseshoe crabs in the world today which can be found living in the shallow waters of estuaries and other coastal waters. The horseshoe crab is more closely related to a spider than a crab, mostly because of its multiple legs and five claws found underneath the ha

Fishing for salmon is often best done from the shore as these fantastic fish race up and down stream each summer. Whether you're a fishing novice or you've caught hundreds of fish, a single salmon is quite the catch. The right tools and technique, as well as a good spot on the shore, are more than h

Unless you are a fishing reel collector and never use your Shakespeare baitcaster for fishing, cleaning your reel is one of the most effective ways to extend its useful life. The dust and particles that accumulate in the reel eventually will render it unusable. Setting aside a little bit of time at

Creating a gift from seashells gathered during a romantic day at the beach preserves the moment, allowing both the giver and the recipient of the gift to remember that special day for years to come. There are numerous crafts that can be created using seashells, ranging from candles to wind chimes,

Saltwater angler can offer up a variety of baits. One that is consistently overlooked is crab. From sea trout to tarpon, crab are on the menu. Anglers will have a variety of artificial bait in the tackle box, but rarely will crab be included. Neglecting this bait option can lead to shutout days. An

Fly fishing is enjoyed by millions of people every year. Many of these fly fishermen enjoy tying their own flies. A fly-tying station is important to these fly tiers because it holds most of the fly-tying materials in a central location. This leads to more efficient fly tying and less mess. Building

Handline fishing is one of the more simple -- and less gear intensive -- methods of angling. A simple setup consisting of a dowel or soda bottle, fishing line and hook with sinkers allows both bait and lure fishing. This is a quick method for fishing when supplies and resources are scarce, or if you

Many animals eat earthworms, including fish, toads, turtles, birds, lizards and even small snakes. You must buy the earthworms live, so that your pets are able to hunt and consume them as they would in the wild. However, it isn't as simple as that. Because worms are often sold by the pound, you will

It is harder than ever to eat in an environmentally conscious way. It seems like every vegetable in the standard United States supermarkets was grown halfway around the world and driven in on hummers, just ...

Do you find yourself waiting around for the cold season, possibly because you have a wintertime hobby much like I do? Some may possibly adore snow skiing, winter hiking, skating, snow mobiling, but then I ...

The Hawaiian monk seal is a native of the Hawaiian islands. Marine biologists estimate that the species has thrived in the Pacific waters around the islands for 13 million years. As of 2010 it is now the most endangered marine mammal in the U.S. with fewer than 1,200 seals living in the wild.

In the 70s began to investigate the potential benefits of cartilage for cancer. Interestingly, these studies began with the discovery that sharks had not caught the disease. Today, it is known that sharks may have ...

Safety line is an invaluable tool for personal safety for a variety of activities, from rappelling or rock climbing to fighting fires. Safety line is made of strong materials that allow it to support the weight of the person using it without snapping, and is designed to resist the elements as much a

You took the time to go out onto the water to land that trophy fish. You dropped it off at the taxidermist's and now you have it back, all stuffed and ready to mount and display. Take the time to mount your catch so it can be displayed with the focus on the fish rather than the attachments. To achie

If many bass fishermen had their druthers, they would fish with nothing but top-water baits such as buzzbaits and poppers. Top-water baits allow them to cover large expanses of water in search of fish and, unlike with other lures, anglers get to watch the fish bite. However, there are certain condit

Night crawlers are available for sale in many of the sporting goods and tackle stores that anglers visit before a day on the water. They use entire night crawlers to catch walleye, or cut them into chunks and use them for sunfish. Although some people are happy to buy night crawlers, others would ra

To fish from a bridge, you do have to have a few simple techniques to use. You can bridge fish in both saltwater and freshwater, and on any size bridge. Catch all sorts of fish from a bridge including snook, tarpon, snapper, kingfish and even sharks.

Putting new string or fishing line on a fishing pole is a critical part of maintaining your fishing gear. Put new fishing line on your pole when the old line looks crinkled, has sharp bends, or shows other signs of wear. Fishing line that's been left out in the sun a lot should also be replaced--its

According to the Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Library website, fishing lures called casting spoons work in a variety of scenarios and can catch many types of fish. Casting spoons, designed with a concave shape that precipitates a wobbling motion underwater as you reel them in, look like a small crippled f

Add spring beauty to your home any time of year with a pot of beautiful blooming tulips. Potted tulips are available for purchase at many florist shops and their blooms will last for several weeks. Since these bulbs were forced to bloom, they likely used up all their energy and have little left for