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June 5, 2018

Deep Sea Fishing – A Truly Exciting Sport

There's nothing new about deep sea fishing other than the technology used…

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April 27, 2018

Tips To Create The Best Camping Experience

One of the greatest pastimes in the world is camping. Camping lets…

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March 24, 2018

Is Tiger hunting practiced in India?

Right from the reigns of the Mughal Dynasty to the Britishers, tiger…

Tiger Hunting

March 24, 2018

History of Tiger hunting in India.

In the 16th Century, the Mughal Emperor Jalalud- Din Muhammad Akbar introduced…

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February 7, 2018

What You May Not Know About Bass Fishing

One of the most interesting and enjoyable angling sports is bass fishing…

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January 3, 2018

Hunting Safety 101

Hunting, whether as a profession, sport or hobby, is considered one of…

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Deep Sea Fishing – A Truly Exciting Sport

June 5, 2018June 27, 2018

There’s nothing new about deep sea fishing other than the technology used today.

This sport was not a sport so long ago and it has sustained humans ever since. There is a certain challenge despite the fact that technology as advanced so much. In this article we’ll be looking at some key points regarding deep sea fishing that you may not have known.

Deep sea fishing is actually the exploration of all sorts of fish and other types of sea life that aren’t found in most other bodies of water. There are many species of fish that cannot be found in smaller bodies of water, or that are only found close to the shore. Aside from your location, one of the main factors that will determine what kind of fish you catch is your technique. Depending on the species of fish you are trying to catch; you will likely find them in their comfort zone, like barracuda and tuna liking the area near the surface. You will find fish like snapper and grouper towards the bottom of the ocean.

Deep sea fishing is controversial in some areas because of it’s impact on the environment. Overfishing has actually caused some species of fish to become endangered in some locations. Depending upon the area of the world, many people depend upon fishing for their livelihood, so it’s complicated to say the least. People who are environmentally concerned can do their part by obeying all local regulations wherever they fish. Another option is to fish on boats that throw fish back into the water that have been caught. It’s important that people respect the ocean’s wildlife and not fish in a way that will cause endangered species to become extinct.

If you do find yourself on the ocean deep sea fishing, try some other activities that you can do at the same time. This may include whale watching, snorkeling or scuba diving. Maybe you are going with your family. If this is the case, this provides for variety for everyone. Charter companies are well known for scheduling multiple activities on one trip to keep everyone happy. Scuba diving and snorkeling, meanwhile, give you a chance to see fish and other underwater creatures up close. Depending on where you are going, you can research what sports and activities are available in case you want to engage in several different ones on your trip. Deep sea fishing is a very popular sport, and many people like to do it for reasons only they will know. Fishing trips like this allow people to see areas of the world they may never otherwise visit. Maybe you are a fisherman, and you simply want to try your hand at deep sea fishing to see what it’s like. People that enjoy traveling, or sports like fishing, will certainly like going out on the open waters to land a big one.

Tips To Create The Best Camping Experience

April 27, 2018June 27, 2018

One of the greatest pastimes in the world is camping. Camping lets you experience all that the great outdoors has to offer and allows you to appreciate the beauty of nature. Are you interested in going camping? If so, then try some of the camping tips in the article below.

One of the most important parts of your camping gear is your tent. The tent you buy should suit your needs and the size of your camping party. If you have young children, you probably want to purchase a large tent so they can sleep in the same tent with you. If your children are old, buy them their own tent so they don’t have to bunk with the adults.

Remember to pack a camera. There are some memories you’re going to want to capture on your camping trip. Bring along a small camera that can fit in your pocket. Try to pack something durable that could stand getting dropped or becoming a bit wet. Consider using a disposable camera.

Make sure you have all the gear you need before you leave your driveway. You never want to forget something important, like a tent or your sleeping bag. Look over the items you plan to bring and create a checklist before leaving to ensure that all of your essential gear comes with you.

Use separate coolers for perishables, ice and drinks. While it does not matter if the perishables and drinks go into the same one, make sure to pack your ice separately. This will keep the temperature down so that you will have ice for much longer than you would have otherwise.

Pack and carry a survival kit on your person for the entire trip. In your survival kit, be sure you have waterproof matches, a flare gun, a first aid kit, water-purifying tablets and a knife. These items are important to have in case you get lost. Never let it leave your side.

When you go camping, you live on basics, but you need to be prepared too. You need a sleeping bag, but you need to take extra blankets too. This is useful for nights where the temperature gets too cold or as extra padding when sleeping on hard ground.

There are a few important things to keep in mind if you are going camping. As of now, you should be prepared for anything that may happen. Now that you have some idea of what to expect, you will be able to focus on having a blast during your trip!

Is Tiger hunting practiced in India?

March 24, 2018

Right from the reigns of the Mughal Dynasty to the Britishers, tiger hunting was popular. Mughal Emporer Akbar introduces hunting or shikar in India. The sport was famous to the extent that the Mughal paintings portrayed pictures of Maharajas victoriously standing with their kill. Tiger being the most ferocious animal fetched them more reward and money. Tigers were killed ruthlessly to show off their strength, courage and bravery. In many provinces, killing tigers was considered to be very auspicious. The Rewa rulers murdered 109 tigers each time someone took over the throne. Tiger kill was thought to be auspicious especially during deaths, births, or crowning of a new king. For the British Raj, tiger hunt meant displaying their valor and strength. History estimates that over 90,000 tigers were slain from the 16th Century until now. It did not stop here. Hunting of Tigers took a toll after the Independence. Killing the maximum number of tigers bagged the Maharajas trophies. They did anything to bag the prize. The Maharajas servants drugged the tigers beforehand just so that the sport wouldn’t be very dangerous. Once Tiger pelts became famous all over the world, India started exporting tiger pelts. In 1971, when Rudyard Kipling wrote the Jungle Book, Over 100000 were thought to be alive in India. Sadly, at the end of the year 1971, just 1800 tigers were calculated to be alive. Something had to be done to save tigers from endangerment.

Rule of Indira Gandhi.

In 1973, When Indira Gandhi became the Prime Minister, she put an end to tiger hunting and any sorts of export of tiger skin. She launched the “Project Tiger”. The project involved establishing nine tiger reserves across India. She even forced out the villagers outside the tiger reserve parameters. The 1984 census shows that 40000 tigers were left alive.

Second tiger crises.

In 1993, it was discovered that tigers were killed in large numbers for the Chinese medicinal trade. There emerged a growing demand for Tiger bones.2002 census calculated 3642 tigers alive. In 2004, it was noticed that not even a single tiger was left remaining in the Sariska Tiger Reserve. Not only was the management careless, but the whole reserve was also subjected to poaching. Though the “Project Tiger” had become access, it was poorly managed later on taking a severe toll on the Tigers. Politics and poor management resulted in the neglect of tiger’s safety. The 2005 census revealed that only 1700 tigers remained alive. By 2006, 45 Tiger reserves were established. Poor management of tiger reserves continues to be a problem along with poaching. In 2011, the tiger death toll was 71. In 2012, it skyrocketed to 88, and in 2013, the death tolls increased to 80. Sad, but true! It is time that the authorities come up with the proper management plan to save tigers!

History of Tiger hunting in India.

March 24, 2018

In the 16th Century, the Mughal Emperor Jalalud- Din Muhammad Akbar introduced shikar or hunting. In other words, the Mughals introduced hunting in India. Hunting was carried down until the downfall of the Mughal Empire in 1857. The Mughals considered hunting as a heroic sport. Tiger was the most rewarded kill. The dynasty was passionate about hunting to the extent that, the Mughal paintings portrays pictures of Mughals going hunting on an elephant or a horse.

British Rule.

Organizing game hunts was a favorite sport of the British Raj too. Hunting was regarded as the symbol of status, power and wealth. The Maharajas and the generals set out for hunting in large numbers and returned showcasing the carcass of tigers and another hunt. The tiger was regarded as the highest form of valor and bravery. Hard efforts and a lot of practice were always put in to hunt tigers. The Tigers would be drugged beforehand to reduce danger for the hunters. The history of hunting of tigers does not stop here! In 1911, when King George took over the throne, he travelled all the way to Nepal, slaughtering 39 tigers per day. Colonel Geoffrey Nightingale slew over 300 tigers in India. In 1920, the Maharaja of Kotah designed a Rolls Royce (with machine gun and canons) to use it just for tiger safaris. The Rewa kings in Central India regarded it as a good omen to hunt tigers. 109 is an auspicious number for them; they killed 109 tigers each time a new Rewa king succeeded the throne. Similarly, a massive number of a tiger would be killed when a Rewa princess is born. They believe the hunt is good luck and omen for the newly born child. A historian named Mahesh Rangarajan estimated around 8000 tigers were slain from the years 1875 to 1925.

Scenario after Independence.

After Independence, the scenario escalated to be even worse. The most ferocious animals fetched people the biggest trophy. Anything would be done to kill tigers. A high number of tiger hunt record added to their prestige. The Maharaja of Surguja slew up to 1150 tigers. Tigers were hunted to make tiger pelts. These were then sold abroad.

The Indira Gandhi rule.

Indira Gandhi is known as the wildlife saviour of India. She outlawed the export of tiger pelts and fought against the endangerment of the tiger species. It was predicted that the tiger population would become extinct by the end of the Century. This was when Indira Gandhi outlawed hunting. In 1973, Indira Gandhi launched “tiger project” which is world’s largest initiative undertaken to protect tigers. In 1993 strict laws regarding tiger poaching was introduced in India. The 2002 census estimated the presence of about 3642 tigers.