Chief Grey Bear

Hey don't let it get to you. We love this place and we are patient. I just have a couple of pics to post for Waderfarts. So I am no big hurry. Doesn't look like he has been here since Friday the 13th.

I can't either Phil. And these are some of the same pics that I have uploaded here before. ??????????????????????

I agree save the money. A cast iron dutch oven works just as good and a huge plus is you can take it on a float trip. No electric required! I like your idea of the coffee filters. I have always used cheese cloth and a funnel and put it back into a oil bottle. And just for info, I always use canola.

That is very key advice right there. And Justin you couldn't have said it any better!! When I grill steaks, my wife wants her's devoid of any moisture and that is of course the flavor. She then rehydrates it in Ranch Dressing. I quit buying her the good steaks and now she gets Top Sirloin at best! But the kids and I still dine on the likes of Ribeye and T-bones! As for the fish batter as everyone is saying, there are a lot of good ones out there. One that I really like to make is Cornmeal, flour, paprika, salt and pepper. The paprika really gives a great flavor. I think it was the Harold Ensly brand that came in a white flour like sack/bag with green writing??? If you ever liked that, this tastes the same. Only I don't think it had cornmeal in it. I think it was just flour.

I must be missing it.....how can I post some photo's???

I just love the "Holyier than though" that post their uppity bullschit and try to defend it by stating anyone who does not follow in the light that they shine is beneath them.

If you are that concerned about the fishes feelings maybe you fish hookless? Yo Laker, respect!

He has been claiming that he is loosing weight. And welcome aboard. Keep casting lines and lies!

DING! Ahhh, my popcorn is done. Carry on fellas!

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001405371624#!/Davis.Wildlife.Studio?sk=info I highly recommend Jack. He does amazing work!

Intresting comment. Can you expand on this?????

I love fishing smaller streams. You can find some really great action in them. Most anglers overlook them thinking they are not worth the time and effort. And that is just fine by me! You would be surprised with some of the fish that come from them!

I was figuring that but wasn't real sure. You don't live far from "Bigfoot" land. Just over west a bit and a little south of you in the moutains of okie land they claim to have one there. Funny thing is, these super great cameras seem to never get a clear pic. Always real grainy. They are still here. And I say in higher numbers than 20 years ago. Food is now much more abundant for them since there has been a huge down turn in trapping. And they are not worth much either.

Other than the cat's in Missouri have been confirmed. I really don't see how this is even close to being relevant. And if I have read correctly, the government, MDC in the case, has never denied the presence of them.

This is the main reason to be against this movement. Read an understand this pargraph carefully: Already this year, proposed legislation has been filed which would put politics back into conservation in Missouri. Since 1937, we citizens have protected conservation from special interest favoritism, this year we face a very, very serious threat. The proposal, SJR 27, would expand the MDC Commission, assigning each commissioner to a district of Missouri. To some, this may sound like a good idea, but immediately forests, fish and wildlife lose. Under such a system, regional interests would be pitted against each other for funding and personnel. The results of such conflict would be decisions based on political influence instead of the interests of forests, fish and wildlife. This WAS the way things worked in Missouri before we citizens created MDC, this WOULD be the way things work in the future, if this proposal were to become law. The most effective way imaginable, the direct path to inject regional interests and favoritism into conservation. This is a power struggle, a politically motivated effort to control conservation. We citizens have spoken up consistently AGAINST such nonsense since 1935, when the Conservation Federation of Missouri was organized. We always will. We need you to be an active part of our efforts. There is also similar legislation proposed in the House, HB1178. As to the South Zone, where would you put one??? The land features are just not really there for one. That is probaly the best reason for not having one. There is just not a lot of flat farm land that can be flooded to provide an ideal waterfowl area. The MDC has been working in recent years on quail populations. But there is not a lot you can do unless you own the land. That is where farmers, ranchers and land owners have to step up. The MDC has programs in place to work with those that desire to increase quail numbers on their property. Here is a little reading of some good info on quail in Missouri. It is somewhat dated though. I think it was published 3-4 years ago. http://mdc.mo.gov/landwater-care/animal-management/bird-management/quail/quail-management-faqs

That is some beautiful work there woodman! That last pic is gorgeous!!!!!

I believe that is exactly what he said.

I recived this email today and thought I would pass it along for all of you that truely have a love for our outdoors in Missouri and believe we have one of the top if not the top programs of any state. And if we want it to continue, please take the appropriate action and contact the appropriate person of your district. Or contact all of them. This is posted as information only not to start some BS, anti MDC thread. Thanks Gene. As some of you are aware, Dave Murphy has shared information on legislation that is moving very quickly in the Missouri General Assembly. If you haven’t seen it yet I wanted to share and help spread the word. Senate Joint Resolution 27 and House Bill 1178 have been introduced by the General Assembly to expand the Conservation Commission. The current Commission serves all citizens. The proposed legislation will create regional competition amongst commissioners for projects in their region, instead of serving statewide interests (a direct line to politics in conservation). In addition, expanding the Commission will slow the Department’s ability to conduct business that benefits forest, fish and wildlife. Why change the entire system? Thanks for what you do. Aaron P. Jeffries Missouri Department of Conservation Assistant to the Director - Governmental Relations 2901 W. Truman Blvd. Jefferson City, MO 65102 ( Action Alert! MDC Commission in Jeopardy 75 YEARS OF SUCCESSFUL CONSERVATION IN JEOPARDY CONTACT YOUR SENATORS AND REPRESENTATIVES Happy New Year, 2012! As we look forward to another great year in the Missouri outdoors, I wanted to personally thank you for your lifelong commitment, considerable hard work and leadership role in support of conservation in Missouri. We are proud to have the 4th largest Teaming With Wildlife Coalition in the nation comprised of 304 partner organizations and businesses. Wise use of our precious natural resources by us and by our ancestors has produced a legacy for forests, fish and wildlife and all Missourians. This has not happened by accident. The future will not be bright without our continued efforts. Already this year, proposed legislation has been filed which would put politics back into conservation in Missouri. Since 1937, we citizens have protected conservation from special interest favoritism, this year we face a very, very serious threat. The proposal, SJR 27, would expand the MDC Commission, assigning each commissioner to a district of Missouri. To some, this may sound like a good idea, but immediately forests, fish and wildlife lose. Under such a system, regional interests would be pitted against each other for funding and personnel. The results of such conflict would be decisions based on political influence instead of the interests of forests, fish and wildlife. This WAS the way things worked in Missouri before we citizens created MDC, this WOULD be the way things work in the future, if this proposal were to become law. The most effective way imaginable, the direct path to inject regional interests and favoritism into conservation. This is a power struggle, a politically motivated effort to control conservation. We citizens have spoken up consistently AGAINST such nonsense since 1935, when the Conservation Federation of Missouri was organized. We always will. We need you to be an active part of our efforts. There is also similar legislation proposed in the House, HB1178. Soon we will also be tested with proposals to sunset the Design for Conservation Sales Tax. Another bad idea, an attempt to exert political control over something which works very, very well. If and when that day comes, we must be prepared to speak up! Rest assured, as Theodore Roosevelt said "the wildlife and its habitat cannot speak, so we must and we will." The Voice for Missouri Outdoors, the Conservation Federation of Missouri will be there, well prepared and waiting for any and all attacks on Missouri conservation. With term limits, one of the many challenges to political activity is that there are many new people, ignorant of precedent, history, tradition and even law coming to serve us at the Capitol. Let's make 2012 a very special year, as the 75th anniversary of the Missouri Department of Conservation. Contact your Senator and your Representative today AND copy your comments to leaders in both chambers at the Capitol. As a courtesy, I ask you to also copy me on your messages, if possible. Senate Committee Members Senator Brian Munzlinger (573) 751-7985 brian.munzlinger@senate.mo.gov Senator Mike Parson (573) 751-8793 mparson@senate.mo.gov Senator Dan Brown (573) 751-5713 Dan.Brown@senate.mo.gov Senator Chuck Purgason (573) 751-1882 Chuck.Purgason@senate.mo.gov Senator Bill Stouffer (573) 751-1507 bstouffer@senate.mo.gov Senator Victor Callahan (573) 751-3074 victor­­_callahan@senate.mo.gov Senator Ryan McKenna (573) 751-1492 rmckenna@senate.mo.gov Senate Leadership President Pro Tem - Sen. Rob Mayer Rob.Mayer@senate.mo.gov 751-3859 Majority Floor Leader -Sen. Tom Dempsey Tom.Dempsey@senate.mo.gov 751-1141 Asst. Maj. Floor Leader - Sen. Jack Goodman Jack.Goodman@senate.mo.gov 751-2234 Majority Caucus Whip - Sen. Mike Parson MP arson@senate.mo.gov 751-8793 Majority Caucus Chairman - Sen. Bill Stouffer BStouffer@senate.mo.gov 751-1507 Majority Caucus Secretary - Sen. Eric Schmitt ESchmitt@senate.mo.gov 751-2853 Minority Floor Leader - Sen. Victor Callahan Victor_Callahan@senate.mo.gov 751-3074 Asst. Minority Floor Leader - Sen. Jolie Justus Jolie.Justus@senate.mo.gov 751-2788 Minority Caucus Chair - Sen. Timothy Green Timothy_Green@senate.mo.gov 751-2420 Minority Caucus Secretary - Sen. Robin Wright-Jones Robin.Jones@senate.mo.gov 751-2606 House of Representatives Leadership House Speaker - Rep. Steven Tilley Steven.Tilley@house.mo.gov 751-1488 Speaker Pro Tem - Rep. Shane Schoeller Shane.Schoeller@house.mo.gov 751-2948 Majority Floor Leader - Rep. Tim Jones Tim.Jones@house.mo.gov 751-0562 Asst. Majority Floor Leader - Rep. Jeanie Riddle Jeanie.Riddle@house.mo.gov 751-5226 Majority Caucus Chair - Rep. Jason Smith Jason.Smith@house.mo.gov 751-1688 Caucus Chair - Rep. Shelley Keeney Shelley.Keeney@house.mog.gov 751-5912 Caucus Secretary - Rep. Sue Allen Sue.Allen@house.mo.gov 751-9765 Minority Leader - Rep. Mike Talboy Mike.Talboy@house.mo.gov 751-1309 Assistant Minority Leader - Rep. Tishaura Jones Tishaura.Jones@house.mo.gov 751-6800 Minority Whip - Rep. Mike Colona Mike.Colona@house.mo.gov 751-6736 Thank you for your immediate attention and action on this vital issue! Please contact me if you have any questions. Yours in conservation, Dave Murphy, Executive Director Conservation Federation of Missouri From: Gene Gardner Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 3:52 PM To: Burk, John (jburk@nwtf.net); Burwick, Charley; Cooper, Ted; Currier, Mike; Donnell, Denny; Graber, Dave; Hazelwood, Susan; Heying, Steve; Ladd, Doug; Morton, Wayne; Mowry, Steve; Oberle, Frank; Robyn, Tony; Srigley Werner, Kelly; Tossing, Linda; dlee@confedmo.org Cc: Aaron Jeffries Subject: Aaron Jeffries Will Be Sending Information Aaron Jeffries, Assistant to Director, has some information that he would like to share with you and your membership. Aaron will be replying to “All” on this email so he can use your email addresses above. Thanks, Gene Gardner Wildlife Diversity Chief Missouri Department of Conservation

Hey Larry Douchemont wannabe, can you post a link to the quote where the MDC stated there was no Moutain Lions in Missouri?? While you are at it also post a link stating where the MDC denied bears were in the state of Missouri. Take all the time you need but, one week should be more than sufficient.

Oh you will my friend, you will. CD and I had a blast!! It is just a really sucky year for ducks. Well not so much the ducks but, the duck hunters. We ended up going and doing a little fishing with dad after we left you. We put CD in front running the trolling motor and we just kind of sit back and enjoyed the company. CD scored two bass and I got one.

I was just fixing to PM you I would be in town tomorrow. Oh well, good luck!

Yeah boy....

The best thing to do is either mix all dry ingredients before the trip and place in a ziplock bag, then add the wet when you are ready to cook or just buy a couple of packages, or how ever many you think you will need, and mix when ready. Now I would still prepare some onion and jalepeno and place in seperate ziplock bags and toss in the cooler. Or if you have a small cutting board just take a onion and some canned jap's. They are easily prepared creek side.

I am assuming you know how to make hushpuppies???? Thought so. Now just add jalepeno's. Either finely chopped or sliced. You can make hushpuppies in any vessel as long as you add enough oil. And depending on the size of the hushpuppy you desire. Any basic recipe will work. Just add what you like. Finely chopped onion. Chopped Jalepeno's. You can also add about 1 TBS or 2 of the brine from a can or jar of Jalepeno's. Red pepper flakes. Shredded cheese. Just about anything you can think of.

I just sent mine in. And as I did read some of the "fine print". It is really a submission form for a program you created but, what the hell, fill one out and submit it anyway!