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tion of a half fluid ounce of formaldehyde to a pint 

 of water. Put them in an airtight jar. 



QUESTION. What length and width canoe would 

 you advise for a three weeks 1 trip in Canadian 

 waters, with rapids in rivers and some lakes and 

 quite a few portages? C. M. S. 



ANSWER. I suggest a straight-keeled canoe with 

 a good tumble-home in which the width and flat 

 floor are carried well into the bow and stern. This 

 increases carrying capacity and buoyancy, adding to 

 the seaworthiness for the crossing of lakes. Get a 

 i6-footer 13 to 14 inches deep and 30 to 36 inches 

 wide, weight about 70 pounds. The Thompson 

 canoe is a good rough-water worker on lakes and 

 white water in rivers. 



QUESTION. For lake fishing do you prefer a 

 landing net or gaff? D. K. M. 



ANSWER. I use a gaff at all times, except fly 

 casting, when a landing net is a necessity. I use a 

 Marbles clincher gaff on most fish. 



L. M. To preserve a landing net, soak it in 

 linseed oil, shake out all excess oil, stretch the net 

 and dry it thoroughly. This will add to its life. 



