The dead fish spines are still venomous. Some divers will cut off the spines with shears before bagging, others are just very careful. Heat can neutralize the venom, but it take more heat then is comfortable once it is in your system.
2012-09: Sept 1-8, 2012 NOW BOOKING Turks & Caicos!!!
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Posted 28 July 2012 - 06:58 PM
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Posted 28 July 2012 - 08:07 PM
That's what I thought. So how come they don't injure the eels and groupers and others that eat them when dead?
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Posted 29 July 2012 - 08:31 PM
Looking forward to a great trip.
At least I'm not a trip virgin for this one!
Add to another significant event, in addition to my b-day, I'm doing my 100th dive
At least I'm not a trip virgin for this one!
Add to another significant event, in addition to my b-day, I'm doing my 100th dive
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Posted 29 July 2012 - 09:12 PM
What is the EAN blend that the boat normally supplies 32% ???
Yes, it's 32%.
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Posted 30 July 2012 - 06:14 AM
Looking forward to a great trip.
At least I'm not a trip virgin for this one!
Add to another significant event, in addition to my b-day, I'm doing my 100th dive
YEA!!!!
I hope you'll do the honor of allowing me to dive your 100th dive with you!
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Posted 30 July 2012 - 06:30 AM
LIONFISH UPDATE:
Hey gang...back in the office and here is what I have regarding updates for lionfish hunting.
1. From Capt Ken:
"Yes they will be able to collect lionfish, I only have 1 spear onboard. Just hope they dont get stung. Tell Kamala to do a lionfish killing seminar to keep people from getting stung."
2. I have found that the simple lionfish spears really work great AND they are lightweight, easy to use and effective. Once you have shot them its best to use a 2nd one to do a kill shot to the brain or a knife etc. Pole spears are heavier and do not shoot as cleanly as the lionfish tamers.
3. I can get a pkg price for kevlar gloves, shears and a collection bag + lionfish tamer if you are interested. We are doing it for the Roatan group this October.
4. Yes we can do a quick workshop on how to kill, cut off spines and safely collect the fish. If the fish is DEAD the sharks are not interested. If they are twitching then they hang out! The secret is to shoot them, then ensure you kill them with several pokes in the brain and then cut off spines. That way they are DEAD in the bag and not interesting. WOUNDED fish on the other hand are very interesting!
5. Alternately you can kill them and ensure they are dead and then as Tammy suggested feed them to the grouper or eels or drop them and lobsters will eat them etc.
How many people are interested in trying their kevlar gloved hand at a bit of spearing? How many just want to help *spot* them?
Hey gang...back in the office and here is what I have regarding updates for lionfish hunting.
1. From Capt Ken:
"Yes they will be able to collect lionfish, I only have 1 spear onboard. Just hope they dont get stung. Tell Kamala to do a lionfish killing seminar to keep people from getting stung."
2. I have found that the simple lionfish spears really work great AND they are lightweight, easy to use and effective. Once you have shot them its best to use a 2nd one to do a kill shot to the brain or a knife etc. Pole spears are heavier and do not shoot as cleanly as the lionfish tamers.
3. I can get a pkg price for kevlar gloves, shears and a collection bag + lionfish tamer if you are interested. We are doing it for the Roatan group this October.
4. Yes we can do a quick workshop on how to kill, cut off spines and safely collect the fish. If the fish is DEAD the sharks are not interested. If they are twitching then they hang out! The secret is to shoot them, then ensure you kill them with several pokes in the brain and then cut off spines. That way they are DEAD in the bag and not interesting. WOUNDED fish on the other hand are very interesting!
5. Alternately you can kill them and ensure they are dead and then as Tammy suggested feed them to the grouper or eels or drop them and lobsters will eat them etc.
How many people are interested in trying their kevlar gloved hand at a bit of spearing? How many just want to help *spot* them?
Contact me directly at Kamala@SingleDivers.com for your private or group travel needs or 864-557-6079 AND don't miss SD's 2018-2021 Trips! ....here! Most are once in a lifetime opportunities...don't miss the chance to go!!
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"Imitation is the sincerest flattery." - Gandhi
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Kamala Shadduck c/o SingleDivers.com LLC
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Posted 30 July 2012 - 06:20 PM
Looking forward to a great trip.
At least I'm not a trip virgin for this one!
Add to another significant event, in addition to my b-day, I'm doing my 100th dive
YEA!!!!
I hope you'll do the honor of allowing me to dive your 100th dive with you!
It'd be an honor!!
It'll be the first dive of the trip. I'm at 99 right now, and don't have any plans between now and then.
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Posted 30 July 2012 - 08:04 PM
I hope you'll do the honor of allowing me to dive your 100th dive with you!
If you are looking for honors you can maybe dive with this old man on his 300th dive.
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Posted 30 July 2012 - 08:09 PM
I have found that the simple lionfish spears really work great AND they are lightweight, easy to use and effective. Pole spears are heavier and do not shoot as cleanly as the lionfish tamers.
I can get a pkg price for kevlar gloves, shears and a collection bag + lionfish tamer if you are interested. We are doing it for the Roatan group this October.
How many people are interested in trying their kevlar gloved hand at a bit of spearing?
I might be interested - Does anyone have a picture or link to these "Lionfish Tamers" ?
I normally use a small pole spear.
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Posted 30 July 2012 - 08:36 PM
I hope you'll do the honor of allowing me to dive your 100th dive with you!
If you are looking for honors you can maybe dive with this old man on his 300th dive.
ABSOLUTELY!!!
Contact me directly at Kamala@SingleDivers.com for your private or group travel needs or 864-557-6079 AND don't miss SD's 2018-2021 Trips! ....here! Most are once in a lifetime opportunities...don't miss the chance to go!!
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"Imitation is the sincerest flattery." - Gandhi
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2234 North Federal Hwy, #1010 Boca Raton, FL 33431
formerly...
710 Dive Buddy Lane; Salem, SC 29676
864-557-6079 tel/celfone/office or tollfree fax 888-480-0906
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Posted 30 July 2012 - 08:42 PM
I have found that the simple lionfish spears really work great AND they are lightweight, easy to use and effective. Pole spears are heavier and do not shoot as cleanly as the lionfish tamers.
I can get a pkg price for kevlar gloves, shears and a collection bag + lionfish tamer if you are interested. We are doing it for the Roatan group this October.
How many people are interested in trying their kevlar gloved hand at a bit of spearing?
I might be interested - Does anyone have a picture or link to these "Lionfish Tamers" ?
I normally use a small pole spear.
By all means if you already own a small pole spear then bring it. For more info on the other... check out pics and info at www.liontamerusa.com. We also sell them for $35.
Contact me directly at Kamala@SingleDivers.com for your private or group travel needs or 864-557-6079 AND don't miss SD's 2018-2021 Trips! ....here! Most are once in a lifetime opportunities...don't miss the chance to go!!
SD LEGACY/OLD/MANUAL Forms & Documents.... here !
Click here TO PAY for Merchandise, Membership, or Travel
"Imitation is the sincerest flattery." - Gandhi
"Imitation is proof that originality is rare." - ScubaHawk
SingleDivers.com...often imitated...never duplicated!
Kamala Shadduck c/o SingleDivers.com LLC
2234 North Federal Hwy, #1010 Boca Raton, FL 33431
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710 Dive Buddy Lane; Salem, SC 29676
864-557-6079 tel/celfone/office or tollfree fax 888-480-0906
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Posted 31 July 2012 - 11:11 AM
Sir Pete and DoctorB......that's wonderful news!! 
Kamala....I will probably give hunting a try. Sign me up!!
Kamala....I will probably give hunting a try. Sign me up!!
Handle every stresssful situation like a dog.
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If you can't eat it or play with it,
Just pee on it and walk away.
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Posted 31 July 2012 - 03:26 PM
Cool Sissy...we'll sign you up and I'll have a Lionfish Hunting Kit package posted asap!
Contact me directly at Kamala@SingleDivers.com for your private or group travel needs or 864-557-6079 AND don't miss SD's 2018-2021 Trips! ....here! Most are once in a lifetime opportunities...don't miss the chance to go!!
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"Imitation is the sincerest flattery." - Gandhi
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Kamala Shadduck c/o SingleDivers.com LLC
2234 North Federal Hwy, #1010 Boca Raton, FL 33431
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710 Dive Buddy Lane; Salem, SC 29676
864-557-6079 tel/celfone/office or tollfree fax 888-480-0906
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Posted 01 August 2012 - 08:09 PM
Not personally interested in hunting lionfish, but will absolutely cheer for those who do!
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Posted 04 August 2012 - 09:51 AM
Unfortunately, I'm bent 
and my doc has taken away my wings for at least a month and my gills for at least two months, so I'm not going to be able to go. Hopefully someone will be able to fill my spot.
My only dives now are in a chamber
: number five this afternoon for more bubble crushing.
BTW the symptoms were very vague and would have been very easy to blow off as overexertion.
Hope everyone has fun.
CWB
and my doc has taken away my wings for at least a month and my gills for at least two months, so I'm not going to be able to go. Hopefully someone will be able to fill my spot. My only dives now are in a chamber
: number five this afternoon for more bubble crushing.BTW the symptoms were very vague and would have been very easy to blow off as overexertion.
Hope everyone has fun.
CWB
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