Sometimes when you’re fishing, strange things happen…like, dogs swim up to you
UPDATE: the mystery is solved. However, it’s very sad and unfortunate:
http://www.abcactionnews.com/dpp/news/region_sarasota_manatee/53-year-old-jogger-killed-in-sarasota-dui-crash-according-to-fhp
The accident scene was about a mile from where I found Barney swimming. Our guess is that he was so freaked out and traumatized that he just wanted to get as far away from there as possible. And when he ran out of land, he took to the water. Another credible hypothesis is that he swam towards the kayak because the Chens are avid kayakers, and actually have two yellow ones.
Whatever the case, I feel lucky that I was there Fishing, because there was no place for him to go and I don’t know if he could have made it much farther. He’s banged up, but mostly fine. Our hearts go out to the Chen family, who lost their mother.
UPDATE 2: Many people have asked what they can do in light of this terrible tragedy. I have been in touch with the Chen family. They suggested (and I wholeheartedly second) that you make a donation to Mothers Against Drunk Driving in the name of “Donna and Barney Chen” to help prevent this from happening again. Here’s the link:
http://www.madd.org/donate/
NOTES:
* Yes, Barney is back with his family. I imagine they need him pretty bad right now. Dr. Chen reports that after the accident, Barney was suffering from what he thinks is something akin to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. He was uncharacteristically lethargic, and they have even had to carry him outside. He seems to be pulling out of it a bit though.
* Why is there a camera running? I usually keep a camera running when I fish, in case I catch the big one. It does happen, occasionally (see other videos in my profile if you are interested)
* The kayak is a Hobie Adventure. It is a kayak made specifically for fishing. When turned down, the side floats allow me to stand up and fish.
* My brother got my mom some shamwows a couple years back as a gag gift. As corny as they are, they actually are pretty nice for fishing
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830 Yards Elk Hunting – Long Range Shooting
Elk Washington Shooting Range Protection Bill Needs Your Help!
Yesterday, House Bill 1508, a vital shooting range protection bill was heard in the House Judiciary Committee. Due to the short legislative session, this bill needs to be voted on soon, if it is going to pass this year. Please contact your state Representative today and respectfully urge him or her to support House Bill 1508. You can reach your state Representative at the toll-free legislative hotline by dialing (800) 562-6000. To determine who is your state Representative, please click here. If your state Representative is a member of the House Judiciary Committee and his or her “Yes” vote will be instrumental in ensuring the passage of this bill. Please call AND e-mail your state Representative TODAY and respectfully urge him or her to support HB 1508. You can also leave your state Representative a short message on the toll-free, legislative hotline, by dialing (800) 562-6000.
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Are there any good kayak fishing clubs that can show a beginner the ropes in California?
My husband and I love to Kayak but he now has his kayak set up for Fishing and I am not coordinated enough to fish and kayak. He is trying to find people to go out ocean fishing with that know what they are doing. Are there any such clubs or organizations?
I am not aware of any . You can always hire a guide for a day . Or Check at a local sporting goods place .
New Jersey: Legislation to Repeal “Gun Rationing” Introduced
Last Tuesday, the first day of the 215th session of the New Jersey Legislature, Assembly Bill 857 was introduced. Introduced by Assemblywoman Alison Littell McHose (R-24), A 857 would repeal New Jersey’s law which allows residents to purchase only one handgun per month. Current law states, “A dealer shall not knowingly deliver more than one handgun to any person within any 30-day period.”
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Virginia: 2012 General Assembly Session Officially Convened Today!
Today, the Virginia General Assembly convened its 2012 legislative session and NRA members can expect an active session with many bills relating to our Second Amendment rights. As of today, the following legislation has been introduced:
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Gun control kills jobs
There may come a point when long established firearms manufacturers have no choice but to flee anti gun states like Connecticut, Massachusetts and Maryland. Since 1526, Beretta has remained family owned and loyal to its workers, so for now its leaders aren’t eager to accept the solicitations they’ve received from gun friendly governors to move to another state. “It’s not fair to our employees here in Maryland,” said Mr. Reh.
The regulation minded states need to realize what Florida and Virginia already understand. Firearms sales and ownership are at an all time high, while crime remains at an all time low. Gun control doesn’t save lives or reduce crime; it just destroys jobs. Federal and state lawmakers could give the economy a real stimulus by repealing these obnoxious statutes once and for all.
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