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Exploring the Cairns area by seakayak
- By marty yates
- Published 8th February, 2010
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Well I've just bought myself a new seakayak and seeing as I live in Cairns and will be doing a bit of exploring I thought I'd share it with you all.
Starting point: Sydney
- By john mac
- Published 12th October, 2009
- Recreational Activities
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We rely on a campervan hire company that delivers clean vehicles, the best price and reliable service.
top 10 free activities in Cairns, Australia.
- By marty yates
- Published 31st August, 2009
- Travel , *The Soap Box* , Tourist Information , Recommended Travel , Miscelaneous , Recreational Activities , Budget Travel
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1. Spend an afternoon in the Lagoon.
No crocs, no sharks, no jellyfish, just cool clear water.
2. Swim at Crystal Cascades.
Rockpool after rockpool, waterfall after waterfall.
3. Walk the Red Arrow track for views of the city.
Or run, thats what most cairns people do.
4. Enjoy a swim and a cool drink at Lake Placid.
The swims free, the drinks are cheap.
5. Float down the Mulgrave river from Ross & Locke reserve to Gordonvale.
If you haven't got a boat blow up an innertube.
6. Watch the reef boats come back in from the Marina.
And play pick the most sunburnt english backpacker.
7. Go for a Wednesday afternoon sail with the Cairns Cruising Yacht Club.
If they need crew it's free.
8. walk from Holloways Beach to Yorkeys Knob.
even better with a loved one.
9. Climb Walsh's Pyramid for amazing Views.
it's steep and long, but it's worth it.
10.Hike up the Barron Gorge.
and see the Barron falls from the bottom, and watch the tourists at the top wondering how to get where you are.
info on all the above at http://www.visitcairns.com.au
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4 day or 5 day dive Course?
- By marty yates
- Published 25th August, 2009
- Adventure , Tours , Budget Travel , Recreational Activities , Sports , Tourist Information , International Travel
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What to do? 4 or 5 days.
Creb Track
- By marty yates
- Published 10th August, 2009
- Adventure , Recommended Travel , Recreational Activities , Tourist Information , Transportation
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The Creb track, links Daintree and Cooktown via the Heart of the Daintree Rainforest
Bungy Jumping in Auckland
- By john mac
- Published 9th August, 2009
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Aside from New Zealand's water attractions or Auckland's lava-lavas, one thing that really makes a vacation unforgettable is the amazing thrill that can make you shout out of your fast dropping unbelievable experience.
A day at Movieworld 31 July 08
- By Karen Stephens
- Published 1st August, 2008
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Considering coming to the Gold Coast for the theme parks. One of the best ones I believe would be Movieworld... Check out my day at this thrill seeker thempark.
What Activities could I enjoy on my holiday!!!
- By Karen Stephens
- Published 17th July, 2008
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So you have booked your accommodation what next?? Weather you want to go out as a family or a retreat with your wife or husband we have the best options for you.
How to tie Bimini Twist
- By Marinews Marinews
- Published 26th May, 2008
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The bimini twist is one of the better methods for developing a strong double in fishing line. It is one of the few that works quite well when working the super-lines such as braid or gelspun line.
It looks a little difficult to tie, however, with just a little practice it is easy to master and great when worked in light to medium lines. If chasing larger game fish go with a plait, however, for lighter game fish it’s quite okay.
There is always a lot of debate about the Bimini Twists ability to retain original line strength. In reality that varies considerably with line type, structure and the pulling motion inflicted.
Stretch lines tend to retain the original strength better than non stretch. A sudden jerk on any line will see it break at less weight than a moderate constantly growing weight. In the case of the super lines such as braid and gelspun, the more twists you place in the formation of the knot the better. The more twists, the longer the knot, the longer the knot the greater the give or stretch in it. If using the Bimini Twist with super lines, be sure to set your drag correctly and use a rod with some flex. Both these factors will help reduce any shock when a fast running fish strikes and help the bimini twist retain strength.
When tying a Bimini Twist in super lines, increase the number of twists to 60 or even more.
Doubles and loops are a major part of sports fishing and loop to loop connections are essential for the connection of wind on leaders and for the connection of fly line to backing from the reel. There are a number of differing methods of tying the Bimini Twist. The method demonstrated at http://www.marinews.com is one of the simplest to master.

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