FSF updates

Fishhound Teams Up with American Rodsmiths

FSF Crew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:57:00 +0000

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SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., - Fishhound.com, the world’s largest online fishing community and leading provider of real-time fishing reports, has entered into a joint marketing relationship with American Rodsmiths, a manufacturer of custom quality rods for freshwater species, inshore saltwater, and offshore bluewater fishing. Fishhound will be featuring selected 2012 models from the American Rodsmiths lineup in a series of product showcases, allowing site users a chance to experience the superior performance of these rods firsthand.

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Aqualuma Introduces Its Biggest Thru-Hull Model to Date

FSF Crew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:36:00 +0000

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Designed to illuminate the world's largest superyachts, Aqualuma Marine Lighting introduces its biggest and brightest underwater light yet. The Gen 3, 12 Series delivers a tremendous light output at an affordable price and in a conveniently sized housing.

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Six Reasons To Upgrade A Face Mask Tube

FSF Crew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:20:00 +0000

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How to improve the fit and functionality of a sun protection shield.

MELBA, IDAHO (Aqua Design) - For those who wear a neck gaiter for sun protection, the advantages of protecting face, ears and neck with a tube are obvious. Tubes are easy to put on (especially when compared to sun screen), they keep lines and equipment free of sun screen residue and smell, provide all day, long-lasting sun protection, wick perspiration, and tubes can add a camouflage element if their patterns are designed to blend into nature. But with all the advantages of wearing a face mask or neck tube, there are six new reasons to consider upgrading to Aqua Design's SunGuard Tube.

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FWC adopts new seasons for gag grouper in Gulf

FSF Crew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:14:00 +0000

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) voted Feb. 8 to change how gag grouper is managed in Gulf of Mexico state waters (excluding Monroe County).

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Coast Guard Foundation Announces New Board Leadership

FSF Crew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:57:00 +0000

For Immediate Release

Robert J. Flynn Elected Chairman of the Board

Stonington, Conn. – The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to the education, welfare and morale of all Coast Guard members and their families, announced today that in accordance with its bylaws, a new slate of officers has been elected to serve on the Board of Trustees, beginning January 1, 2012. Robert J. Flynn was elected Chairman of the Board at the organization’s annual meeting in the fall. Joining Mr. Flynn as officers are Al J. Bernard, vice chairman; William E. Jenkins, treasurer; and Richard J. Grahn, secretary. These officers will serve on the Executive Committee with fellow directors ADM Thad W. Allen, USCG (Ret.); Anne B. Brengle,James Coleman, Jr., Cheryl “Cherrie” D. Felder, R. Christian Johnsen, Corrine Kosar, Stein Kruse, Clay Maitland and Ross E. Roeder.

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Awlgrip Reveals 321 HS Undercoat

FSF Crew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:27:00 +0000

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UNION, NEW JERSEY, (USA), – New Awlgrip 321 HS Undercoat will be a featured product at the Awlgrip booth at the 2012 Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show Pavilion, January 16-20 (Collins Avenue booth 74).

Awlgrip 321 HS Undercoat

After years in development, Awlgrip is launching a brand new high solids finish primer, 321 HS Undercoat. The product has reduced solvent emissions, which makes it a sustainable choice for builders, boatyards and applicators, even in VOC-restricted areas.

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Boca Grande, to Tampa Bay 02-10-12

Capt. Steven Markovich — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:21:00 +0000

Super bowl Sunday once again felt like spring and not mid winter. Sunny, light winds and temps near 80 adorned lower Tampa Bay. The weather may have been perfect but gathering bait on the flats went from good to nonexistent overnight! Luckily my Pals at the Reel Animals Fishing show directed me to the Skyway Bridge.

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Retro Design Technical Tee

FSF Crew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:12:00 +0000

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Bluefin has created its apparel line with the intention to make stylish, performing and comfortable clothes. Its series of technical tees is the result of this philosophy and sun protection is one of their main feature. Come feel the difference for yourself.

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Ft. Lauderdale (offshore) 02-10-12

Capt. David Ide — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:09:00 +0000

Sorry for the delay in reports. I really try to keep them up to date, but as usual, January turned out to be an extremely busy month. As busy as it has been, I wish the fishing was a little better. It is not bad, but not red hot like it should. We have managed to catch a sailfish on every single trip but one since the last report.

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Puerto Vallarta Fishing Report 02-10-12

FSF Crew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:23:00 +0000

Puerto Vallarta fishing report February 2012 with PV Sportfishing Charter

We took the Ana Maria offshore for a overnight charter Jan-31 to Feb-1st what a trip as soon as We hit the fishing grounds put the kites out 2 big tuna's jumped out of the water 5 minutes later Freddy hooked a 200 + Yellowfin tuna on a 20 reel Jmark Started reeling her in and after a couple laps around the boat Freddy Gaffed the cow and pulled her aboard the Ana Maria.

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