BS: Women In The Outdoors

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: JenEllen
Date: 05 Aug 06 - 07:20 PM

Ditto for me. Sounds dreamy. :)

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: The Fooles Troupe
Date: 05 Aug 06 - 10:29 PM

I've really enjoyed the stories in this thread. I was reluctant to open it for a while because of the title. Perhaps, at my age, I should start walking past those magazines with similar titles...

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: LilyFestre
Date: 05 Aug 06 - 10:32 PM

Hiya Robin,

   What about the title made you reluctant? Just curious! :)

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: GUEST,Scoville--storms knocked out my cookie
Date: 05 Aug 06 - 10:58 PM

. . . must reset it in a moment


I don't know, it does sound a bit like women dancing naked in the woods, although somehow I don't really think that would be a problem for must Mudcatters.




I've got two music friends who met through a string-band club. He thought she was cute but waited until one of the club camp-outs to ask her out, because he wanted to see if she could handle herself outdoors. She got to the campsite late, after work, and was fighting with a tent in the dark, wondering why in the Hell this big, stupid, man was watching but not helping her, and he was thinking, "Now, there's a girl who can take care of herself." She was completely annoyed until he told her his plan, and then she thought it was hilarious. They're quite the pair.

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: The Fooles Troupe
Date: 05 Aug 06 - 11:34 PM

"somehow I don't really think that would be a problem for must Mudcatters."

Yeah, thinking about it is no problem these days...

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: LilyFestre
Date: 06 Aug 06 - 11:40 PM

I spent the afternoon and early evening kayaking with a friend at a state park I'd never been to before. I had a great time in the kayak and saw lots of wildlife. I saw my very first bald eagle in the wild, an eastern painted turtle, 3 deer, 2 fawns, 1 buck and a little black squirrel. There were 5 geese who flew overhead, changed formation and flew back around...it felt like they were putting on a show just for us! Also, shortly after we put in, a small fish jumped over the paddle of my friend's kayak. I don't think either of would have believed it except that we BOTH saw it! All in all, a very nice day outside!!!!

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: LilyFestre
Date: 12 Aug 06 - 06:00 AM

Today is the day...I'm on my way out the door to shoot, kayak, fish and more! The vehicle is loaded down with gear and I'm all sunscreened up....the rest of you....GET OUTSIDE, go on, whatcha waiting for?   :)

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 13 Aug 06 - 02:23 AM

Sorry, but it has been up to at least 104 all week--I think I'll pass on the outdoor activity until we drop about 10 degrees. I walk the dogs early in the morning and we're always in a sweat after a few minutes out there.

SRS

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: LilyFestre
Date: 13 Aug 06 - 09:24 AM

If any of you ever get the chance to participate in the National Wild Turkey Federation's Women in the Outdoors Program, I highly recommend it. I attended this event yesterday and had an incredible time! There were women of all ages from 13 to over 70. There were many rotating classes available and each person picked 4. Each of these courses were taught by very skilled, patient and friendly individuals. Upon arrival, we each got a paper grocery sack filled with goodies including a t-shirt, patch, magazines, local outdoor adventure schedules, gift certificates, flies (for fishing) and the list goes on. They provided breakfast and lunch too. The amount of food they had was incredible and all very good. No one ever pushed us to do more than we wanted to do and the option to take a break, have a snack, etc was more than fine. I learned quite a bit yesterday and did some things I have never done before. Despite my body being a bit sore this morning (damn that shotgun had some serious kick!), I'm ready to go back for more! If this event comes anywhere near you, get out and go! It's the best $50.00 I've spent in a LONG time!

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: open mike
Date: 13 Aug 06 - 03:32 PM

as a firefighter, sometimes the great outdoors is where i am for extended periods..either that or inside of a fire engine or water tender
at an incident. the garden does beckon...but timing it to co-incide with the mosquitos (or not) is important part of planning.

tonight will be a good time to look skyward
which is really hard to do in doors..
as the Perseid meteor showers are
active now. You have to time it between
when the sun goes down and the moon
comes up as the bright moon may
mask some of the shooting stars.
Last night was the maximum peak
of meteors (or is it meteorites?)
but they are visible several days
before and after the height of
frequency. The moon rises an hour
later each night so you should get
the opportunity to see some shooting
stars tonight.

these can be seen in early to mid august
every year. My neighbor and i saw several
spectacular ones last night. good luck!

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 13 Aug 06 - 04:58 PM

I was in the out of doors last night very late. My pit bull started the most unusual barking and yipping and circling and jumping--she looked, in the moonlight, to be enchanted by the moon, as if she wanted to leap up and catch it.

I headed out the back door, barefoot and in a sleep shirt with my very bright flashlight--not exactly the best uniform to meet the unknown--and shown it on her and then up to the electrical wire that crosses my back yard back toward the creek. There perched on the wire was a big fat opossum, staring down into the yard at the leaping dog.

The hose was handy so I screwed on the nozzle, turned it on full force, and aimed at the dog. She moved out of range, but still was focused on the animal 25' in the air. So I nailed him also. He scooted quite nimbly across the wire, then the next-door-neighbor's crape myrtle sagged and heaved as he climbed down into the field behind her fence. That damned possum had been teasing my dog. She did look pretty amazing out there when I first looked out the window to see what the fuss was about. :)

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: LilyFestre
Date: 14 Aug 06 - 08:48 AM

I had the kayak out again last night. The water was very calm and animal activity was at a minimum except for the fish who were jumping out of the water all over the place. I did see one heron who scolded me and flew to the other side of the lake. I followed him and took some photos. I'm now taking my regular 35mm camera as the waterproof one doesn't do anything justice, although it does work great for taking close up photos of friends who are kayaking or fishing. I took one photo of the heron as he was flying off, feet just lifting off the water with water drops flying in all directions, wing span full and neck extended all the way out...can't wait to see it developed! On my way back to shore, I was kind of zoning out in the middle of the lake, taking in the beautiful sunset when a big fish jumped out the water directed in front of my kayak. It startled me and I jumped...I think the whole kayak lifted off the water and then I had a good laugh at myself. :)

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: GUEST,LilyFestre
Date: 13 Feb 07 - 02:58 PM

Anyone else gearing up for the upcoming outdoor weather? Ok, it IS a month or two away but NOW definately is the time to start getting ready for it!

I'm planning a kayak adventure for the spring and will be trying out some bigger water which will require more strength and endurance on my part, so that's what I'm working on.

Anybody else?

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: Rapparee
Date: 13 Feb 07 - 03:07 PM

You k'yakers should get a group float together on the Salmon River here. Or, if you REALLY want thrils, spills, and chills, try the Snake River through Hell's Canyon.

My wife is chomping at the bit to get outdoors.

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: LilyFestre
Date: 13 Feb 07 - 03:46 PM

I have driven by the Susquehanna at least 5 times this week and it is just SCREAMING my name!!!!! I ooooh and ahhh each time I drive near the open water.
   
To make the wait a little more bearable, I have put a GORGEOUS kayaking calender in the bathroom....it gives me something wonderful to daydream about while I take care of more mundane tasks like laundry, drying my hair, etc.

I'm a relatively new kayaker so that REALLY big and rough water is going to have to wait. I'm headed to the Chesapeake Bay area soon and hopefully to the waters surrounding Assateague Island!!!

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: Willie-O
Date: 13 Feb 07 - 08:10 PM

Well I was skiing today and from the top of Calabogie Mountain the lake water still looked pretty hard. Had a damn good time though. Fresh air and clean snow and getting my legs to work for me again...

Looking forward to open water, I plan to get my kayak farther out around the mouth of the St Lawrence/eastern Lake Ontario--closest big water to me. No sense holding my breath though, it'll be awhile. I shoulda bought a wetsuit (drysuit), I could have been paddling into December--in Canada even!

OK I finally found Assateague Island...sure is long en't it!

Michelle, you oughtta bring yerself and your boat up to Kingston (ON) sometime, it's not that far from where you're at--only NY State in the way! We could paddle the Thousand Islands, or west into Lake Ontario.

In fact, anybody game for a day or two paddle in the St Lawrence/Lake Ontario area next summer?

W-O

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: LilyFestre
Date: 13 Feb 07 - 10:04 PM

Hey there W-O!

   That's a great idea...the Thousand Islands...I've spent a good part of my evening checking out water trails, tours, campgrounds, etc!!!!!   Definately something worth pondering!!!!!!! I love that there are all kinds of water there...everything from quiet byways to whitewater to bigger water....what a COOL PLACE!!!!

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: GUEST,ozchick
Date: 14 Feb 07 - 02:14 AM

Always had a roof above me
Always paid the rent
I never set foot inside a tent
Can't build a fire to save my life....
I lied about being The Outdoor Type.


One of my fave songs to sing - cos it's soooo true!! more of a coffee girl myself....

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: Wordsmith
Date: 14 Feb 07 - 02:57 AM

Be sure to bring your fishing gear and stop and get a license if you're going to the Thousand Islands...you'll need two if you plan on fishing on the Canadian side, too. I have land up there, and lived on the NY side for over 11 years. The fishing is incredible there...as is the hiking, boating, swimming, all things outdoors. I really miss it. I get up maybe once a year in October, when it's too cold to do much but hike. I discovered it while camping on Wellesley Island with friends back in the 70's. I used to camp in the Adirondacks - Blue Mtn Lake area - but the acid rain hit the fishing there pretty hard. I spent 8 hours fishing one day and only caught one brown trout...lunch. So, enjoy the trip. It's worth it. There are plenty of State Parks, there, too...but they're usually booked solid...the year before! And, for photographers, it's splendid.

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: LilyFestre
Date: 14 Feb 07 - 12:02 PM

Good to know about the camping...I'll have to get on that! As for fishing, absolutely...an out of state license will be necessary too! We took a chartered fishing trip once on Lake Ontario out of Sodus Point, NY (Rally Killer aka Clarence Crisp) and had to do the same thing. We had a blast catching the big fish but I think we enjoy the smaller stream and lake fishing more. From the looks of it, there are all kinds of water available to fish (and kayak) on...a little something for everybody!!!!

And hey, if you have land up there, do you ever travel through PA? There is a LOT of absolutely wonderful small stream fishing in the northern part of the state. RidgePlucker is a phenominal fly fisherman, always happy to take out a new friend or two! He ties all his own flies and knows the hatches well (also builds his own (and custom) rods...both graphite and bamboo).

How many more days until warm weather????!?!?!?!?

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: ranger1
Date: 14 Feb 07 - 01:29 PM

I'm a hiker, camper, bird and wildlife watcher and a park ranger. I like kayaking and canoeing, too, but not as much as having my feet on solid ground.

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: Wordsmith
Date: 15 Feb 07 - 01:32 AM

I've been fishing in a canoe on the St. Lawrence, which, BTW, is known as "The River" by locals. There are plenty of places, little tributaries, off the river which are ideal for flat-bottom vessels. I was always catching bass the weekend before the season started...ugh. Hated to have to throw them back...actually, I resuscitated them first. Plenty of perch...no limit...in the Cape Vincent area. Trout in some of the inland streams. Bullheads, which are cousins to catfish, which are available also, are red-fleshed...not so easily caught, best to go either at 6AM or 6PM, and hunker down. Lots of trophy fish, if you can afford a guide. Muskies and such.
The Lake's great, too, even in small boats as long as you stay near the shore. I remembered you'll need a passport now if you plan on heading over to Canada. Wellesley Island, last US stop, is a great area to fish in. Also has 3 golf courses that aren't hard on the pocket book. Actually, there are quite a few golf courses on the mainland, too. Some picturesque...some plain and simple. Something for everyone! I'm a birder, too, ranger1. I miss the Blue Herons...there's a huge population up there. Lots of hawks, too.

Subject: RE: BS: Women In The Outdoors
From: LilyFestre
Date: 08 May 07 - 06:25 PM

Well, it's that time of year already! I recently received the schedule and list of available classes to take for the WITO event!!! I can't wait!!!! We will attend the local WITO and are considering a neighboring counties WITO event that is an overnight adventure....WOO HOOO...BRING IT ON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Michelle