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  1. albula

    WA Coast question

    In the next few weeks a friend and I are planning a road trip along the Pacific Coast to the Ocean Shores area. Never been in that part of WA before. We are planning on trying to dig some razor clams which will also be a first for me. If anyone familiar with that area and or clamming down...
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    salmon restoration

    Here is an interesting but perhaps not surprising take on a recent habitat restoration project attempted near me. I can neither deny nor confirm the veracity of the anecdotal information but personally found it to be credible. I'm not sure I would go so far as to say it did the opposite. A...
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    Rio WF8I OBS and WF12 S Triangle Taper

    Took this 8 wt 235 gr line off a reel I now have another use for. Line was obviously taken off the original spool and reeled on a reel but never fished or cast. Can't even remember what the plan was for this. Some hare-brained idea no doubt that never came to fruition. It's not doing me any...
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    NFR Query - Yakima restaurants

    Have to spend the night tomorrow in/near Yakima to pick up a boat Monday AM. Does anyone have a can't miss restaurant suggestion. Love real Mexican and have absolutely no aversion to any non-gringo beaks and feet cuisine.
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    Tuna/Tarpon Reel

    While looking for a suitable reel for a new 6 wt rod I found a Tibor Gulfstream that I had forgotten I had. It is currently loaded with an 11 wt floating line and at least 250 yds of 30 lb backing. The reel has not seen the water for near 12 years. It is in excellent condition. Due to my...
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    Boston Whaler 17 Montauk

    Rehoming my 17 Montauk. Hull is a 1986 in very good condition given her level of experience. Recently repowered with new 90 HP Suzuki four stroke. Comes with galvanized EZ Loader trailer with galvanized spare tire and folding receptacle for easy storage. Also included Garmin GPS/fish finder...
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    question

    Has anyone heard from Nick lately? I have sent him a couple messages. He normally responds quickly but it appears he has not been here. I tried to call him only to get a message which also received no response. Really hope all is well in his world and he is just really busy.
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    FS Simms Ultra Light waders size XL Sold

    Sold. Retail is about $600 will sell for $225. New in box and never used. Just taking up closet space.
  9. albula

    good article

    As someone who spent a great deal of my life on or around trout streams I found this to be interesting, depressing, but interesting. https://www.washingtonpost.com/magazine/2022/09/19/mayfly-decline/
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    Simms Flyweight Goretex Waders

    New in the box and never worn. Retail for $599.95. Priced at $320 shipped. Size XL.
  11. albula

    Here is hoping

    Don't know if this has been mentioned. I hope the powers that be in Washington show the same courage and resolve as our northern neighbors. Somehow i doubt it...
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    Simms G-4Z Waders for sale, Size LK

    I am getting rid of some extra gear. These waders were used for 1 trip to Norway 2 years ago. Worn approximately 10 days and appear as new. Retail on these waders is $899.95. I will sell them for $650. Located on OP if someone needs to look at them.
  13. albula

    since we don't have a conservation forum

    Had not seen this quantified before. Have we really done this to ourselves? Sad news. https://www.hcn.org/articles/water-report-over-half-of-u-s-waters-are-too-polluted-to-swim-or-fish
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