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Thoreau-ly ridiculous

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The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) wants to ban fishing at Walden Pond because the group believes that fishing constitutes cruelty to animals. Thoreau actually enjoyed hunting and fishing, and the law specifically states that the public is allowed to fish in the area.

Author: Tapply, William G.
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Field & Stream (West ed.)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 8755-8610
Year: 1997
Analysis, Column, Behavior, Ethical aspects, Natural history, Environmental policy, Animal welfare, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, Fishing, Fishing (Recreation), Thoreau, Henry David, Walden Pond

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Bloodsuckers

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Live leeches are good bait for catching almost any type of freshwater fish. The Woolly Bugger is an effective imitation leech that can be used when fly fishing for trout and bass. Tips on lines and casting techniques are included.

Author: Tapply, William G.
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Field & Stream (West ed.)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 8755-8610
Year: 1997
Usage, Equipment and supplies, Fly fishing, Bait fishing, Varieties, Flies, Artificial, Fishing flies, Leeches

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Ice fishing as a spectator sport

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Ice fishing is a labor intensive pastime that requires a full day's commitment from its practitioners. Fortunately, pleasure for the less devoted can be had by watching others ice fish. One spectator's experiences are recounted.

Author: Tapply, William G.
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Field & Stream (West ed.)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 8755-8610
Year: 1998
Ice fishing

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