Abstract:
Disclosed is a novel formulation and process for the effective repelling of insects without the adverse effects of repelling fish. Further the formulation is stable enough for long term storage, has a high rate of durability on the skin, and has been shown in cases to attract fish.
Abstract:
An improved method of preserving a molecule in a bodily fluid comprises: (1) providing a preservative solution comprising: (a) an amount of a divalent metal chelator selected from the group consisting of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), (ethylenebis(oxyethylenenitrilo))tetraacetic acid (EGTA), and 1,2-bis(2-aminophenoxy)ethane-N,N,N′,N′-tetraacetic acid (BAPTA) and salts thereof in the range of from about 0.001 M to about 2 M; and (b) an amount of at least one chelator enhancing component selected from the group consisting of lithium chloride, guanidinium chloride, guanidinium thiocyanate, sodium salicylate, sodium perchlorate, and sodium thiocyanate in the range of from about 0.1 M to about 10 M; and (2) adding the preservative solution to the bodily fluid, thus preserving the molecule. The molecule can be a protein or a small molecule, such as a steroid. The invention also encompasses preservative compositions suitable for preserving proteins or small molecules, and kits. Preservative compositions can further include at least one enzyme inactivating component selected from the group consisting of manganese chloride, sarkosyl, and sodium dodecyl sulfate in the range of up to about 5% molar concentration. Compositions and methods according to the present invention have many diagnostic and forensic uses, in addition to being suitable for preparing compositions usable by hunters for attracting animals.
Abstract:
A bait rigging holder includes a V-shaped trough supports the bait along its entire length during insertion of rigging needles through the bait. The trough includes a frontal slot that allows the rigging needle to be inserted through the jaw and nose when the bait is vertically oriented. The trough includes a side slot for transverse insertion of the rigging needle through the gill covers, preparatory to tying closure. Both insertions may be made without encountering any point dulling surfaces and allow the fish to be removed after penetration for manually completing the rigging operations. The holder includes provisions for holding a plurality of needles of varying sizes, as well as a support for rigging spools.
Abstract:
The current invention involves a universal fishing bait fundamentally comprised of a cord body of filaments or strips of fibrous collagen made up into any shape or design capable of attracting fish, that is 100% biodegradable and that furthermore has a good capacity to diffuse and liberate attractant substances. The bait invented presents excellent mechanical properties in terms of resistance to breakage and resistance to tearing, is easily manipulated, transported and stored. Similarly, the invention provides for the use of fibrous collagen in the preparation of said universal fishing bait.
Abstract:
A fish attractant composition is disclosed. The composition may include a Gelling Agent, an Emulsifier, a Humectant, an Emollient and an Active Agent. Other ingredients can include one or more Amino acids as well as some Hamamelis Virginiania. The fish attractant of the present invention forms a soft semi solid consistence that may be applied by rubbing with an applicator onto the article that the fish is to be attracted to such as a hook, lure, the string etc.
Abstract:
Natural, biodegradable compositions are described as well as methods for their manufacture. Fishing lures and other items made of the biodegradable materials disintegrate over time in fresh or salt water to reduce pollution. The materials are digestable by fish and other aquatic animals, reducing potential harm to the animal from ingesting a fishing lure or other item made from the natural biodegradable materials disclosed. Because the material is digestable, it can also be used as a food source or supplement for fish and aquatic animals.
Abstract:
A soluble, moving, sound producing bait apparatus and method (10) includes, according to one embodiment of the invention, a water soluble completely biodegradable medium (12). A water soluble reactant (14) is dispersed within medium (12). According to one embodiment, water soluble reactant (14) includes CO2 charged sugar crystals (16). When introduced to water, medium (12) dissolves as do sugar crystals (16). As sugar crystals (16) begin to dissolve, the trapped CO2 escapes at the weakest point creating shattered pieces (18) of sugar crystals (16) and producing an audible sound (20). In addition to the creating sound (20), the reaction of the water soluble reactant (14) with water causes movement (22). According to another embodiment of the invention, a fish attractant (28) is added to medium (12).
Abstract:
Bait for attracting crustaceans, particularly lobster. The bait includes a pelletized carrier composed of ingredients intended for long life in sea water. The pelletized carrier is mixed with specific crustacean attractants and a fish oil is added to coat the pellets and attractant and to allow for the timed release of the attractant. In experiments to date, it has been found that the use of the pelletized carrier and attractant together with the fish oil coating has been effective as a bait in attracting lobsters and has an extended life within lobster traps.
Abstract:
A fish bait (1) is provided in which individual pieces of bait material (2 ) are suspended and evenly distributed throughout a homogenized mixture of bait material and a gelling agent (3), and enclosed in a supporting tubular mesh (4). The fish bait is obtained by mixing bait material with a gelling agent to form a substantially homogeneous mixture, adding further bait material to the homogenous mixture so that bait material is suspended in the homogeneous mixture and extruding the suspended mixture into a mesh tube and subsequently allowing the gelling agent to set. Once set, the gelling agent stabilizes the suspended structure of the fish bait and allows the controlled release and diffusion of attractants. Preferably, the gelling agent is an alginate.
Abstract:
A degradable article comprising a polyurethane polymer gel or foam whose polymer structure contains hydrolytically unstable ester linkages and various additives. The article can be constructed so that some of the additives are released from the article at a sustained rate. In a preferred embodiment the additives are sensory stimulants for marine or aquatic organisms and the article is used as bait for those organisms. Such sensory stimulants can include high molecular weight thickeners, to impart a slippery texture.