Glenn

Added this to FAQ.

Please see this thread: http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1138060318

In your privacy settings, check to be sure "block referrer URL" (or something like that) is turned OFF. I'd hedge my bets it's turned on. I could write a book on this. There's a very slight risk that images can run hidden embedded code scripts via destructiveX...so some firewall manufacturers took the easy way out by blocking referring URLs in an attempt to block the scripts. Frequently if ref is blocked by the firewall, perfectly acceptable images won't be served, so it is an extremely inelegant way used by some fire walls to intercept what " might be" dodgy images...dumb response to the problem IMO But the short story is blocking your referring URL also blocks images on our site. There is a very, very slight risk by disabling this "feature" while surfing the Web, but if you have the latest Windows security patches, there's no risk at all. All of our images are safe. Blocking the referrer in a browser/firewall/proxy/cache is sort of a misconfiguration that should be done only after careful consideration and when deemed necessary. I would agree that someone could conceivably come up with a reason why it would be a good idea to have all referrers blocked all the time (though I can't think of any at the moment), but those aren't usually the users that actually have referrers blocked. Most of them have it blocked because they've installed software that does this and they are not aware, or because they believe it provides them some level of security or privacy (which really isn't the case).

What browser are you using? I noticed Kendammit is using Avant, which this site doesn't support.

Clear your cache, close your browser and then reopen it. See if that fixes it. Also, are you using a firewall or proxy server? If so, turn them off and see what happens. What is your host provider?

I've deleted most of his posts and sent a stern warning. IP's are automatically logged, so it's painstakenly easy for me to ban him, if it comes to that. But I have a hunch he's just looking for respect -- just going about it the wrong way. I gave him some pointers, the choice is in his hands.

Well, it looks as though spammers found a vulnerability in the server we're hosted on, and they exploited it to send massive amounts of spam. So much so it brought the server down. I'm not convinced the problem is completely solved just yet, but we got it under control right now. Needless to say, we're checking EVERYTHING to see if there's anything we missed. In the midst of it all, I took advantage of the situation to rev up the server, so yes, we're flying fast now.

Yes, there is a problem with the server. And yes, I've been working on it. Apologies for the problems.

If you want to broaden the audience a little more beyond just anglers, you could do a paper on the effects of increased phosphorus and nitrogen in lakes & rivers. Translated in English: the effects of development and increased population = increased yard fertilizers, car washing, erosion, pollution, etc. It all flows into into lakes and rivers which, in turn, increases the levels of phosphorus and nitrates. This makes a lake turn eutrophic far faster than nature ever could.

I called AOL again today. They said BassResource.com is no longer blocked, and is now cleared to send the newsletter. Soo... we're going to give it shot. If you subscribe to our newsletter and are an AOL subscriber, please post here whether or not you received the newsletter. It will be sent tonight, so wait until 1/13 to see if appears in your mailbox. Thanks! Glenn

I just found out AOL claims to have unblocked our IP address. Of course, they didn't notify me - I had to call them. At any rate, now I need to sign up to be included in their whitelist, which may take a few days. Again, no guarantees, so don't get your hopes up just yet. In the mean time, I suggest y'all quit AOL faster than a hole-shot! :

[moved] [link=http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1136704546/0]Fishing Flea Market[/link] [move by] Glenn.

In my experience, this is usually the result of the homeowner finding hooks and lures embedded in their dock, boat, and other property on several occassions. Some anglers, out of fear, embarrassment, or lack of etiquette knowledge, simply break off instead of retrieving their lures when they get tangled up. If you were the homeowner, you wouldn't be too pleased either - especially if you found hooks in your boat cover, seats, or ended up stepping on a rusty hook. So I can understand their apprehension. Unfortunately, you end up paying for the mistakes of others when the homeowner comes out to vent on you. At that point, there's no way you're going to convince him you're not going to harm his property. You're not going to "win" the argument. So what can you do? Three things: 1. Carry copies of your state's RCW rules regarding the harrassment of anglers engaged in the legal take of fish (you can find this on your state's .gov website). And if your state allows it, carry a copy of the RCW that states you have the legal right to sue if that homeowner is found guilty of the first RCW. 2. Usually I never have to hand those little pieces of paper out, because I just play deaf, or act like I don't speak English. It's kinda fun to frustrate the snot out of the homeowner that way. By the time he figures out he's been had, you're well on your way to the next dock! 3. Always, always, always untangle your bad casts and retrieve your lures from docks and property. You'll be doing a service to the next angler.

Agreed. Patience, young Jedi. This is more than a one-on-one challenge, which takes considerably more coordination - especially if he's thinking about inviting pros. Their schedules are set 1-2 years in advance.

Those perch must have been taking steroids!! They're HUGE!

Just to clarify, BassResource.com does NOT use AOL. They are blocking our e-mails coming from us to AOL e-mail addresses. I've been using the Internet long before the Web existed (yes, they're different), and I've never used AOL, CompuServe, Protegy, or any other of those kinds of ISPs.

http://www.bassresource.com/lists/?p=subscribe 8-)

Thank you, Bassnut. I do appreciate it. Although I'm not sure if it helped any, at least they're hearing from their subscribers about these complaints. Who knows what else they're blocking without your knowledge? Perhaps hearing from you and other AOL subscribers might make them rethink their policies.

Hello, I have learned that AOL is blocking all e-mails coming from our site. It seems they have an automatic "feature" that blocks large volumes of e-mails coming from a single source within a short span of time. They assume it is spam. It was our newsletter. In order to remove the block, I've had to go through numerous hoops and tricks to prove our site is not sending spam (apparently one is guilty until proven innocent). However, it will take AOL "3-5 days" to investigate and remove the block. No guarantees. But wait! There's more! After the block is removed - which, by the way, they will not send any notfication that it's been removed. I have to call them every day with my case number to find out. After it is removed, I then must sign up for a "whitelist" account, that allows BassResource.com to send the newsletter to AOL subscribers. This takes another day or two for them to add BassResource.com. Here's the catch: If I send the newsletter after they remove the block, but before I'm signed up on the whitelist, BassResource.com will be banned permanently. Since I do not know when the block will be removed (again, they will not notify me, I must keep calling them), I cannot risk this from happening. The result? I cannot send the newsletter this week, and possibly longer, until AOL fixes this. Sorry folks, no newsletter at all due to AOL. This also means that if you're an AOL subscriber, you will not recieve your password if you've signed up on these forums. If you've signed up within the last few weeks, this is why you haven't recieved your password. This is also why you haven't recieved any replies via e-mail from this site. ALL e-mail is blocked. If you wish to let AOL know how you feel about this, feel free to contact them. The AOL Postmaster department can be reached by phone toll free at: +1.888.212.5537. This number is live 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. [edit]Made this thread sticky, as I'm still recieving complaints from AOL users. It seems they're missing this thread.[/edit]

Ya, I was one of the first people Bob called when he caught that hawg. You could hear his voice still filled with excitement. He's a great guide http://www.adkinsonbass.com/ Also had a great experience down the John Day river in Oregon with guide Steve Fleming. You can read about it here: http://bassresource.com/fishing/smallmouth_river_fishing.html Both guides have been featured in national publications and TV shows.

Or you can save yourself the effort by going here: http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1133457674/

Hello, I've been recieving a lot of e-mails and PM's lately from people asking questions that are answered in the FAQs. Many of these folks are veteran members. If you haven't read the FAQs within the last week, then it's time to brush up. I update them often, even several times a day on occassion. So if you think your question isn't answered there because it wasn't awhile ago, check again. It probably is now. Trust me, you'll get the answers you're looking for far faster than e-mailing or PM'ing me. So why wait? Check it out today! http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?virboard=gen_bass;num=1133376419 Thanks! Glenn

Welcome back, John! Here's your article: http://www.bassresource.com/fishing/slow_down.html

You hit the nail on the head, MyKeyBe. That's what fishing is all about! That and teaching people how to fish. That and spending time with friends out on the water. Ok, that AND catching fish. Well.... ok, that and winning a tournament or two. um... well... it sounded better in my head. Nice reel, by the way.

Hey, a mid-70's Terry boat! Wow, that takes me back! Nice modifications too.