It brings to mind a line strung across the water with many baited hooks attached. NO!!!
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CarolM
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Hmmm. Bambam I think is trolling us with that line. Naughty naughty Bambam.
There are a few ways and methods to “trotline” - but here in Maryland, used to catch Md Blue Crabs
- As used for crabbing, a trotline is nothing more than a long line, resting on the bottom and anchored at both ends, to which a series of baits are attached at intervals of two to six feet. The baits are attached to the main line by simple slipknots or by shorter lines called dropper lines (known as trots or snoods.) Crab trotlines are usually baited with chicken necks, chicken livers, bull lips, eels or other inexpensive baits. Maryland blue crabs are harvested by waterman on small workboats using trotlines and crab pots. When caught by trotlines, the line is set and the workboat moves slowly end to end, bringing the line to the surface where the waterman catches the crab
Bambam1989
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I caught a HUGE alligator snapping turtle on a trot line once... That was interesting getting the hook out. It actually bit a chunk out of my oar. Usually it was the invasive red ear sliders though, and they rarely got hooked.. just didn't want to give up their dinner.
Caught more turtles on a rod and reel then I ever did while trot-lining.
Bambam1989
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Very similar for trot-lining for catfish. The hook has to be set by the fish when it snatches the bait and darts away. Turtles usually just pick the bait off and spit out the hook. It is a pretty common method of fishing where I am from with strict laws regulating how it's done.
I grew up where alot of your food has to be caught/hunted or you go hungry.
Ya it does happen I've caught a few myself.
Love it!
I hope the meds kick in soon and help her recover from this nasty bug.Good morning, my optimistic friend!
What’s driving me crazy right now is having to stay indoors (because daughter is sick). I wasn’t even aware how dependent I have become on daily walks to feel good. Can’t really concentrate on any work either, so I’m just waiting for her to get better.
Didn't they make that film on location at your house Yvonne?
You know 'The Great Cats' Pee?'
Sabine with all those personalities in you, you must the only person I know that can go to group therapy on their own!I am a Bee ! I can Bee whatever I want to: Serious, lovely, funny, friendly, crazy, silly, relieable, beasty, nasty, naughty or even a troll.
But I mostly can control all those "personalities" that are in me......and so I am Bee and nothing else.
Do I hear someone say: A split personality ????
It makes me want to. I used to do loads - my Dad was an instructor - and I even spent a summer coaching youngsters in the South of France when I was a student. My back won’t take it now - in fact it may be that it’s part of the problem with my back
Groan!
Hahahahaha!
Good evening all. JoesDad and I are just back from the cinema.
They were screening a live performance of Swan Lake by the Royal Ballet. It was absolutely stunning! (And much cheaper than going to the Royal Opera House in London!)
They were screening a live performance of Swan Lake by the Royal Ballet. It was absolutely stunning! (And much cheaper than going to the Royal Opera House in London!)
I must say the title of this room is quite deceiving. I've found most everyone here so far to be rather bright, and warm.
Except that dang leprechaun, geez that guy is annoying....
Except that dang leprechaun, geez that guy is annoying....
Good evening all I've been a bit busy with reports the last couple of days but almost finished now so can relax a bit.
Lola's results were better than the last in that the white blood count is up, which was the main concern the last time and testosterone levels are normal. He has gained some weight too. So the scan is on hold at the moment.
He has been eating better the last few days, but still only if hand fed.
He will feed himself but ignores most of the food I put down until I get home and sit with him.
I am trying to just leave him to it as I don't want to make him dependent on me but because he's been poorly I feel I need to build him up so its whatever it takes at the moment.
He has completely gone off weeds too and will sniff and walk away if presented with my freshly picked and prepared offerings.
He really is being fussy!
It will be time for some tough love as soon as I think he is strong enough.
Look out Lola!!
Lola's results were better than the last in that the white blood count is up, which was the main concern the last time and testosterone levels are normal. He has gained some weight too. So the scan is on hold at the moment.
He has been eating better the last few days, but still only if hand fed.
He will feed himself but ignores most of the food I put down until I get home and sit with him.
I am trying to just leave him to it as I don't want to make him dependent on me but because he's been poorly I feel I need to build him up so its whatever it takes at the moment.
He has completely gone off weeds too and will sniff and walk away if presented with my freshly picked and prepared offerings.
He really is being fussy!
It will be time for some tough love as soon as I think he is strong enough.
Look out Lola!!
Hi Linda I bet that was lovely and as you say much cheaper than the theatre.
We don't kayak but I love the canoeing we do with the kids. Only usually on the local canal but on a bright sunny day there's nothing better!It makes me want to. I used to do loads - my Dad was an instructor - and I even spent a summer coaching youngsters in the South of France when I was a student. My back won’t take it now - in fact it may be that it’s part of the problem with my back
Do you know why you should never cook in a canoe?
Because you can't have your kayak and heat it!
Beautiful again Sabine!
My Mum used to sing that song (in English of course)
