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Fishing Laurel Lake In Lee Massachusetts


Laurel Lake is located in the Berkshires on the Lee / Lenox border just off of Route 20. The 170 acre water body has a maximum depth of approximately 53 feet and can be fished from the shore and by boat. Ice fishing on Laurel Lake is very popular in the winter months and as such, many local organizations choose to hold their ice fishing tournaments on the lake. I’ve been fishing this lake for most of my life and thought that I would share some fishing tips for Laurel Lake with you.

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Does the Color of Clothing Affect Your Fishing Success?

Have you ever wondered whether or not your choice of clothing factors into how many fish you catch? Although we’re fairly certain that fish can’t tell the difference between a pair of high end Gucci dress pants and your favorite pair of Levi’s, you might be surprised to learn that some species of fish can distinguish one color from another quite well!

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Does The OFF! Clip-On Really Work?


The OFF! Clip-On mosquito repellent claims to keep mosquitos away without the need to apply bug spray directly to one’s skin. I’ve always been curious as to whether or not the OFF! Clip-On works ever since I had first seen the commercials. My curiosity had finally gotten the best of me so I decided to purchase an OFF! Clip-On, test it out, and write up a product review.

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Zebra Mussels In The Berkshires


Zebra mussels which get their name from the striped patterns on their shell are a small freshwater mollusk that are rapidly invading America’s lakes and rivers. Originating from Russia, Zebra mussels were first discovered in the great lakes in 1988 and have been spreading throughout waterbodies in the United States since then. Zebra mussels eventually made their way into New England and in July of 2009 The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) had confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Laurel Lake which is located in Lee, MA in Berkshire County.

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Top 10 Best Fishing Lures


I was recently asked; “If I were in a life and death situation where I had to catch fish to eat in order to survive, which fishing lures would I want to have with me in order to ensure my survival?” My immediate answer was “all of the lures in my tackle box.” The question was then rephrased in such a way where I was asked to name the top 10 best fishing lures that I would want to have with me in a life and death survival situation. Keep in mind that I do most of my fishing in the Berkshires as well as in Simsbury, Granby, and Farmington, Connectecut, so I’ve only had the chance to test these fishing lures in my own region. If your experiences vary based on your geographic location please be sure to share your comments with me.

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Morel Mushroom Hunting

Morel mushrooms are highly sought after by both amateur foragers and culinary professionals alike due to to their delicious flavor and versatility when added to restaurant dishes. Morel mushrooms also tend to have a high market value due to their short growing season and relative difficulty to locate. This article provides morel mushroom hunting tips for the beginning forager.

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