Columns
Identification dilemma
I took an opportunity this past weekend to go on a deer hunt with my son in Natchez, Miss., and we had a great time. But that means I have no new duck story to tell.[…]
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Deer Hunting
No Christmas buck for me
I mentioned last week that I thought the deer breeding in the Clinton area should be in full swing over the next two weeks. Last Wednesday I had a single buck move into the drain I was set up in.[…]
Fishing
Louisiana Sportsman On-Line Boat Show offers real deals
OK, sure, the economy’s slow. In other parts of the U.S., residents are cutting back on discretionary spending on their hobbies.[…]
General
Ethanol-free section opened on LouisianaSportsman.com
Ethanol gasoline is a growing concern for boat owners as it becomes more and more difficult to find gas stations selling 100-percent gasoline. Why is this new fuel blend so problematic?
I’m glad you asked because we at LouisianaSportsman.com have teamed up with LaPlace’s Alton “Pete” Landry to answer those questions and help locate gas stations that appear to be selling non-ethanol fuel.[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
Is ‘E-15’ gasoline coming soon?
In March 2009 an ethanol lobby group called “Growth Energy,” representing over 50 ethanol-producing plants petitioned the Environmental Protection Agency to increase the currently allowable gasoline blend rate of ethanol in gasoline from 10 percent to 15 percent.[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
Why is ethanol gasoline being sold?
The Federal Environmental Protection Agency Regulation (EPA-40CFRPart80) titled “Regulation of Fuels and Fuel Additives: Renewable Fuel Standard Program” of 2005 mandates the use of “renewal fuels” in motor fuels.[…]
News Breaker
Watefowl survey delayed, tentative outlook improving
The inclement weather recently delayed completion of the monthly waterfowl survey, for which results normally are released at this point, but a Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries official said preliminary observations indicate an improving situation.[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
Why is E-10 gasoline bad for marine engines?
While ethanol gasoline appears to be tolerated satisfactorily in automobiles and trucks, marine engines are an entirely different matter.[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
Properties of ethanol
Mostly produced from corn fermentation (in the United States), primarily in the Midwest.[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
Three problem-causing properties of ethanol
Very Hygroscopic (water magnet) – This allows the ethanol to migrate from the gasoline to the lower water layer in boat tanks.[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
History of ethanol gasoline
Been tried several time in years past (was called “gasahol”)[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
Help identify ethanol-free gasoline stations
Ethanol poses a real threat to marine engines and all gasoline-powered lawn tools, so it is important for boat owners and homeowners to be able to find fuel stations providing ethanol-free gas.[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
Alton
Alton “Pete” Landry studied chemistry at Nicholls State University, during which time he completed a four-year stint in the National Guard.[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
Suggested precautions if E-10 gas must be used in marine engines
It is highly recommended that the following precautions be taken if you cannot find a source of ethanol-free gas and must use E-10.[…]
Deer Hunting
Dealing with pressured WMAs
One of the biggest complaints about hunting public land is that there is too much pressure from other hunters. At times, this can be true depending on the WMA and the season.[…]
General
Flip-Flop Grill
Looking for something practical and different? Check out the Flip-Flop Grill.[…]