Hello folks, I'm really psyched to find this forum.
I used to keep natives but had to stop in 1999 because of a divorce, I had no idea about forums back then so I blundered my way through and killed a lot of fish. I did achieve a measure of success but as I did I became more interested in watching fish in the wild and less so in collecting them. I can't walk by a stream without straining to see what I can see and keep polarized sunglasses on me most of the time.
I'm old, 51, self employed as an arborist, have two kids who are growing up and away and I'm blessed to live in a place with wonderful aquatic diversity. I started with darters and have a soft spot for them but I love minnows and suckers too. The most beautiful fish I ever kept though was a green sunfish that I released into a friends pond when I shut my tanks down... it got pretty big.
Anyway, I've decided I want to setup another couple of tanks. I expect it will take a few months to get them rolling and and get back on board with Fish and Game. I'm in the early research phase and glad to see that so many people are sharing knowledge and helping each other.
I don't know how much I'll participate in the discussions but I stay pretty active on the arborist fora so if that's an indication, I'll be chiming in with plenty of questions and maybe an answer or two.
Peace to everybody, thanks for creating this community.
Chip (Blinky)
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Posted 23 April 2011 - 04:50 PM
Welcome to NANFA Chip. We had a thread running a couple months ago about keeping mangroves indoors, so I'm sure you can give as well as receive advice here! You're really lucky the Eno R and Hyco Cr have some really nice darters, shiners, chubs, dace, and suckers. And you found us JUST in time for our conference in Roanoke in a few weeks!
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Posted 23 April 2011 - 06:08 PM
That's great news about the conference, I'll try to make it.
Hyco was without a doubt my favorite stream... I even netted firemouth cichlids (introduced to Hyco Lake) there.
The Eno is in my back yard... almost literally.
New Hope Creek is another nearby super diverse, super clean stream system.
Thanks.
Hyco was without a doubt my favorite stream... I even netted firemouth cichlids (introduced to Hyco Lake) there.
The Eno is in my back yard... almost literally.
New Hope Creek is another nearby super diverse, super clean stream system.
Thanks.
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Posted 25 April 2011 - 12:32 PM
I think those are Redbelly Tilapia in Hyco Lake. Mozambique and Blue Tilapia may be in there too.
(For those who may be wondering, powerplant cooling-water effluent keeps part of that lake warm all winter).
If you want to ride together to Roanoke let me know. I've told Raleigh Aquar Soc folks about NANFA, but haven't heard from anyone else yet in our area who's planning to go. Although I think our beloved and illustrious Prez may pass through Hillsborough en route to Roanoke.
(For those who may be wondering, powerplant cooling-water effluent keeps part of that lake warm all winter).
If you want to ride together to Roanoke let me know. I've told Raleigh Aquar Soc folks about NANFA, but haven't heard from anyone else yet in our area who's planning to go. Although I think our beloved and illustrious Prez may pass through Hillsborough en route to Roanoke.
Hyco was without a doubt my favorite stream... I even netted firemouth cichlids (introduced to Hyco Lake) there.
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Posted 25 April 2011 - 01:15 PM
If you want to ride together to Roanoke let me know. I've told Raleigh Aquar Soc folks about NANFA, but haven't heard from anyone else yet in our area who's planning to go. Although I think our beloved and illustrious Prez may pass through Hillsborough en route to Roanoke.
I'm going, although I'm not sure on the when details. Was thinking of Thur through Sunday, but might stay longer as there was someone at a local university that I wanted to meet with, but I need to check to see if they are around.
When are you coming and going Gerald?
Cheers
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Posted 25 April 2011 - 02:57 PM
I think those are Redbelly Tilapia in Hyco Lake. Mozambique and Blue Tilapia may be in there too.
(For those who may be wondering, powerplant cooling-water effluent keeps part of that lake warm all winter).
If you want to ride together to Roanoke let me know. I've told Raleigh Aquar Soc folks about NANFA, but haven't heard from anyone else yet in our area who's planning to go. Although I think our beloved and illustrious Prez may pass through Hillsborough en route to Roanoke.
Gerald, redbelly tilapia... I knew I was screwing that up but don't have my old references unpacked. Depending how long you plan to stay in Roanoke I think I'd enjoy the company. This is peak season for me so I need to be back in town on Monday.
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Posted 25 April 2011 - 04:56 PM
Thurs to Sun is what I'm planning. Haven't figured out yet whether I can take off work on Thurs and leave AM or head up to Roanoke after work.
For the field trips I figured I'd go west on Sat (New or Tenn River) and then Sun south/east (Roanoke) so we'd be on our way home. If we get back to Hillsborough by 9 on Sun then I could get home 10-ish (earlier would be fine too). If there's 3 of us going we might want a bigger vehicle than my old volvo.
For the field trips I figured I'd go west on Sat (New or Tenn River) and then Sun south/east (Roanoke) so we'd be on our way home. If we get back to Hillsborough by 9 on Sun then I could get home 10-ish (earlier would be fine too). If there's 3 of us going we might want a bigger vehicle than my old volvo.
Gerald, redbelly tilapia... I knew I was screwing that up but don't have my old references unpacked. Depending how long you plan to stay in Roanoke I think I'd enjoy the company. This is peak season for me so I need to be back in town on Monday.
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Posted 25 April 2011 - 09:54 PM
I emailed with Eric today and he said he was going to go too. One way or another we'll figure out car issues.
Sorry about hijacking your thread. I also live right by the Eno too, but haven't made the effort to get wet just yet. Maybe Gerald should arrange for a local club trip soon to visit the Eno?
Cheers
Peter
Sorry about hijacking your thread. I also live right by the Eno too, but haven't made the effort to get wet just yet. Maybe Gerald should arrange for a local club trip soon to visit the Eno?
Cheers
Peter
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Posted 26 April 2011 - 11:32 AM
Hmmm... this Sunday May 1 might be a possibility; need to check family plans.
Bluehead chub nest action oughta be gearing up.
Peter's been in NC nearly a year now -- we've just got to get him into a river!
Bluehead chub nest action oughta be gearing up.
Peter's been in NC nearly a year now -- we've just got to get him into a river!
Maybe Gerald should arrange for a local club trip soon to visit the Eno?
Cheers
Peter
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Posted 29 April 2011 - 09:15 AM
Chip would this Sun afternoon work OK for you? I'll probably have a kid or 2 with me.
We could meet at West Point Mill (Durham City Park) on North Duke St unless you have another spot in mind.
Gerald, I'd like to but I have kids too and a couple of site visits on Sunday. Afternoon is a maybe but not a strong maybe. Check your PM's.
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Posted 30 April 2011 - 03:07 PM
Whoever wants to join us for seining/playing in Eno River tomorrow (Sun), my son & I oughta get there by 12:30 or so. Heading north from I-85 on either Duke St or Roxboro Rd, West Point Mill (Durham City Park) is on the left about a mile north of where Duke/Roxboro merge (US-501). My cell is 9196496506.
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Posted 10 May 2011 - 11:59 AM
Here's a pair of pinewoods shiners Peter & I caught at Eno River in Durham on May 1; male above (larger denser tubercles). We also caught Roanoke, Chainback, Fantail and Glassy darters; White, Swallowtail, Spottail and Satinfin shiners; Bluehead chub, Northern hogsucker, Speckled killifish, Bluegill and Redbreast sunfish. Lots of Elimia and Leptoxis snails. Failed to get two of our targets: Blacktip jumprock and Roanoke rockbass.
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Posted 18 May 2011 - 06:22 PM
Here's a pair of pinewoods shiners Peter & I caught at Eno River in Durham on May 1; male above (larger denser tubercles). We also caught Roanoke, Chainback, Fantail and Glassy darters; White, Swallowtail, Spottail and Satinfin shiners; Bluehead chub, Northern hogsucker, Speckled killifish, Bluegill and Redbreast sunfish. Lots of Elimia and Leptoxis snails. Failed to get two of our targets: Blacktip jumprock and Roanoke rockbass.
That's a nice picture. Makes me want to wet a net again.
Rod
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