Terry Beeson

Except for the parts that include Tucker's EVIL LAUGH, those are great videos... I'm jealous as well. I'm trying to introduce my LOML to fly fishing and keep telling her we could throw an air mattress, camp stove, and a cooler in the Kia and trout bum for a few days. I'm thinking this summer, as long as hot showers and clean restrooms are available, I can talk her into it... Great work, guys... can't wait for the '09 version!!! A couple of questions though... What video cam were you using and what software did you use to put the vids together? And... where are the stripper pictures?

Just "borrow" Duane's... And forget to give it back... I need a new one. My black one is now blotchy gray...

Thanks for the input, ya'll. Too bad about the conditions in the summer. This could be a nice family spot for a day on the river. I may have to be sure and check it out this spring. I'd like to get into some good smallie and goggle-eye action. Another question... Were there buildings of some kind there before the flood?

My lovely bride and I went for a Sunday afternoon road trip and wound up going down 39 from Aurora and going to cut over on 248 to Roaring River. We passed a sign about fishing access (best I can tell from the map and my memory it was Stubblefield) and decided to make a detour. We got there and I took some photos. Noticed some midging going on, but not sure there are trout in this stream. Also, when I looked at Google Maps sattellite image, there seems to be some things like buildings missing (maybe due to the flood last spring.) MDC site says this area is "closed due to flood damage." But looks like a nice place to spend an afternoon this spring or summer. Anyone know anything about this area and the fishing?

What are the GPS coordinates for this feeder again? Nice images... thanks for sharing.

I did extensive research on digital cameras to find one for my wife for Christmas. I wound up getting her a Canon A590 IS and she really likes it. Though it's not waterproof, it takes the most excellent images and the Image Stabilization is AWESOME! I can't TAKE a blurry picture with it when I try! I did look at the SD880 and it was in the running as well, but to me, I got as much as I wanted from the A590 at a lower price. A couple of things I would consider with the SD880 is the fact that it does take a battery pack and not AA batteries like the A590. I would always opt for an image stabilization camera. You want to also buy a couple of SD cards at 1-4 Gb each and I would recommend SDHC if you have a camera compatible to them. You'll probably never take enough images to fill even a 2Gb card, but I always think a spare "just in case" is a good thing. In return for all this valuable advice you are getting from us, we DO expect LOTS and LOTS of pictures of HUGE peacock bass to adorn this forum in the future.... Good luck on a GREAT trip!!! (You lucky dawg.... )

Depending on what you want to do with your pics, there are several options out there. Adobe makes good photo stuff, but the Album software you are working with is pretty limited. I actually have had good luck with Picasa 3 free from Google. GREAT red-eye reduction and some good effects. I also have a fondness for ArcSoft Studio Lite and have used it a lot in the past. PhotoShop Express is pretty good, but it is limited. If I were to spend the money for a good piece of software, I would go PhotoShop Elements. Then again, if I were really really into this photo stuff, I'd buy a Mac........

Chief, Looking at the first three shots, you're halfway there. A lot of what makes a good photo is a good eye. You can have a $5,000 camera and still take bad photos. Nice pics for sure! Yeah, I can see the front cover of SI in her future... LOL You didn't say what model your camera is, but I'll bet it has some modes on it that you could still experiment with and learn. That's what got me started (and I'm a long ways from being a good photographer, for sure... still LOTS and LOTS to learn...) The main thing is to get out of the "auto" mode and work with the aperture priority, shutter speed priority, and manual modes to get some effects you want. PLUS getting those Ev, ISO, and white balance values the way you want them. Keep shooting and experimenting...

From your description, I would suggest you look at a good pair of breathables. My recommendation is Simms, but there are other good brands. I just think Simms are the best. Don't bother with hip waders for sure. Some chest waders give you the option of wearing them as wading pants, which is nice in some anke deep water. The next thing is to get a good pair of boots to go with the waders. I really like Choatas and have a pair that I would not trade for anything. However, Simms is getting their boots right there with Choatas so look at them as well. Next, don't skimp on the quality of the waders if you will be using them a lot as you describe. Just ask any guide and they will tell you it is really frustrating to have a cheap pair of waders go bad on you when you are wearing them "daily" and you have to get another pair fast. They just don't seem to have that problem with higher dollar waders. Lots to consider when looking at waders.

Great story! It's always a great thing to see young folks get into this sport. You need to consider taking him to Dry Run Creek and for sure bringing him to Sowbug this March and Conclave next October and get him in the youth conclave...

Looks to me like some wussy Alaskan guide... (Teach YOU to call me Eric... ) Great report Phil...

Boiled Flamingo Eggs... Headed to Arkie-land so won't be there... I do need a dose of night fishin' tho...

Wonder why twosets hasn't contributed anything else to this thread? Horn = An excuse to go to the restroom, warm up, drink beer, and shoot the bull in the parking lot. Seahorses = One method used by Taney fishermen to warm up (see also "Coffee creamer" and "Don's Stuffed Jalapenos.") Buzzard = Anyone who sits at the top of the steps for a long period of time staring at the snag... uh... fishermen at outlet 2. Gnats = Kids who are allowed to play on the steps blocking the way for fishermen to get in or out of the area.

TEE EMM EYE!!!!

It certainly would be an excuse for a price hike, but the technology to do that would not be that expensive per shell. I'm not totally against this idea, but I'm just not sure it will help solve that many crimes.

Yeah, I almost went into cardiac arrest NYD when Flysmallie took his D40 into Taney... If it had be a D90, I WOULD have.... I want to get some eagle shots this winter. I went to Springfield Lake, but didn't see any. Got a few long distance goose and duck flights and landings, but nothing to brag about. Need a 500mm. I'm taking donations for the "Terry Beeson Lens Bailout Fund" if anyone would like to contribute... I may have to come over pretty soon and get you to point me towards some of those birds, Tim...

Duane, BFE = Boiled Flamingo Eggs....

What this guy is doing is a lot for show, but does have the advantage of line control and can be useful in some applications. Most of the fishermen I'm associated with use a single or double haul and maybe a roll cast and nothing else in most cases. Now if you need to get under a bush, around a tree, in front of a rock, or have some brush/trees just behind you, there are still ways to cast and you can use some of these techniques. Spey casting is beautiful when done properly. And as I said does have some practical applications. To me, watching it is akin to watching the Chinese acrobats with their sticks with ribbons twirling and such. That's exactly the principle of all fly casting. Whatever the tip is doing, the fly line will "follow"... As for the standard fly fisherman, just get with someone like Michael at BCO or any casting instructor who can show you the standard cast. You'll find that it does become very effortless and you'll soon be casting tight loops.

Are the chicken farms still allowed to "dump" dead chickens here? I know the eagles use to be all over my farm back in Arkansas around the shallow lake on my place and the reason was all the chicken farms in the area and the dumped dead birds. The numbers reduced when the farmers were forced to use alternate methods to dispose of the dead birds. If you can find a shallow body of water in those areas, you should see lots of eagles. They love to sit over them and catch fish. I've viewed up to 28 on that lake back home that has a 40 acre surface area. Use to have some really good videos. Tim... I've got a Nikon D40 with a 70-200mm AF lens and a 70-300mm that manually focuses on the D40. What camera are you using?

NOPE... Once you have your limit (this is true in MO and AR and I'm certain any other state) and you bring another fish to hand, even if you intend to release, you are considered over the limit. And even if you just keep fishing, you are considered illegal due to the fact of your "intent" to take another fish.

Michael, Looks like a good time! What wt rod were you using?

DINK - A trout less than 12 inches in length. (Maybe others could add different species / sizes that would apply?) SOWBUG - A curmudgeon. One who has sour grapes. ORVIS MAN - A fly fisherman who will only use traditional flies and fly tackle. Refuses to use an indicator. ORVIS - Label usually found in Squid feces.

You're welcome...

OK... while I was posting the last one, I see Phil has issued a challenge... So... BUCKETMOUTH – One who posts on a thread and takes up more than three paragraphs, especially when discussing things that could be said in one sentence. SPECIAL COFFEE CREAMER – Any brand of Irish Cream HARD ROCK – The music heard announcing the arrival of Michael Kyle or Terry Beeson in the parking lot ready to fish – especially at night. SNAGLET – The area where water from the hatchery empties into the lake providing an area for those whose casting abilities have failed an opportunity to – ahem – catch fish. PIG – A fish with a girth that is the same as its length. REBAR – An area of Taneycomo distinguished by a piece of rebar sticking up above the water. Commonly referred to as “The Stripper Pole” by those who fish at night. PERMA-PHART – A condition of the waders usually caused by Flysmallie and/or Mr. Ducky consuming chilidogs prior to fishing. POWER BAIT – Substance fly fishermen soak their flies in prior to fishing Taneycomo. TWO-WEIGHT – One who is unable to wade Taney unless there are NO generators running. DEW – Fuel for Duckydoty DORITOS – Duckydoty’s secret fly material additive. SCUD – Someone who casts his fly rod like it was a bait casting rig. TWENTY INCH BROWN (or other large number) – Common in many fishing reports intended to convince readers the person is a good fisherman and caught a big trout. Actually, a report on their morning constitution. HERON – A noisy, loud, obnoxious bird whose sole purpose is to drive fishermen into cardiac arrest. FOWL HOOK – What many fishermen would like to do with the heron after the squawk. THEORY OF RELATIVITY – The theory that the size of fish is in direct inverse proportion to the length of your cast. In other words, there are dinks at the end of your tippet and 28 inch ‘Bows sniffing your boots. PEACOCK HERL – The result of over-indulgence of a mixture of Mt Dew, Doritos, Krispy Kremes, and Jose Cuervo. WIGGY-DIGGY – Used in a sentence. “You didn’t brang no wooly buggers wiggy-diggy?” MIDGE – Youngster just learning to trout fish. PIROUETTE – The maneuver used when one slips on a rock in the middle of the stream. Usually followed by a loud splash and a trip to the truck to dry off and warm up. INDICATOR – Small foam or other floating piece attached to the leader to let the fisherman know that, yes that WAS a fish you just missed. GRAVEL GUARDS – Devices worn on the ankle to prevent car keys from getting inside wading boots. (That one is JUST for JJ…. LOL) More to come....

Trav... You should not be spreading such rumors about the squid being mythical. You're gonna get some poor tourist eaten that way... and then eventually, the Branson C of C will no longer be able to keep the press from publishing the facts about all those out of towners who came up missing when they fished Taneycomo at night... ('Bout time you got back here and helped me keep these nutz on here from going insane... ) STRIPPERS - Those who converge on Taney at night to slow strip in the waters below TRD. "*%&$ *%&#^^# %&$^# %*#%yy#y!!!!" - Sound heard at night when a fisherman finds his fly has been taken in the middle of his backcast... by a bat... Also heard immediately after a beaver splash or heron squawk within 20 feet of any fishereman.