Comments on: A Buzzard Feather & A Coat Hanger

By: Shawn

Shawn — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 02:31:48 +0000

Great fun. We found ourselves at the outflow of the dam with two hours to kill and no fishing equipment. We looked around a little, found a hook, some sinkers, line tangled in a bush, and before long we had all we needed for two fishing outfits. I learned one thing, when it comes to catching grasshoppers my son is a hell of a bass player. Gotta hand it to him though, once I caught the bait for him he finally hooked a fish!

By: Daniel

Daniel — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 04:10:03 +0000

Lets not forget our mission at Percy Priest….flotsam and jetsam, grasshoppers and……machismo….

By: Creig

Creig — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:25:50 +0000

I have seen this bro. operate. M d’F, you might want to start saving. I have got faith in him!!! The problem might be finding a charity that will except buzzard meat though. Don’t loose any sleep over it Shawn!

How funny!!!!

By: Shawn

Shawn — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 15:46:50 +0000

Since there’s no reciprocal obligation, I’ll take the bet, but I think you’re safe.

On the other hand, there’s a possibility at the CBBT in December!

By: der Fischadler

der Fischadler — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 23:57:22 +0000

SK;
Let’s reflect on the “Buzzard Feather” episode for a moment.
I don’t believe you met the intent of the initial challenge. By using a baitcasting rod and by employing the fly as a “dropper”, you failed to fulfill the intent of your boastful claim.
I will donate a $100(US) to the charity of your choice if you can catch a Striped Bass over 30″ using a single Buzzard fly (same type feather and coat hanger) on a fly rod. You have until 01 Jan 2010 to complete this challenge.
You know where to reach me.
Mark
der Fischadler

By: Joe Yack

Joe Yack — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 05:58:06 +0000

THANK YOU… I really enjoyed this article as I do most of what you write. Keep up the good work.

By: Jim Windsor (jwinds)

Jim Windsor (jwinds) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:30:45 +0000

Shawn,

A great article, as is the standard of all of your reports. It’s past time for you to start writing for the major national publications!

Jim

By: Bob B

Bob B — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 02:53:33 +0000

Very entertaining and superb writing. Reminded me of an event that took place years ago with my youngest son. But thats another story. Thanks for posting.

By: Don Richitt

Don Richitt — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:35:46 +0000

I enjoyed your story Shawn. I have printed out a copy for my father. He was always rigging , or fixing, something with a coat hanger. He will appreciate your ingenuity.

Don

By: Timbo

Timbo — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 03:48:20 +0000

Funny article. Good work. Now that there is clever!