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George and Kay describe their outings hunting and fishing in Braddock, Stoney Fork, Laurel Run, Sandy Creek, Cucumber Creek, and Trout Spring Hollow. They write about hunting with their dog Speck for grouse, squirrel, quail, and rabbit. They spot deer on their walks, and make note of the weather and terrain in several entries. Shooting Sketch Book begins on page 33.

1. Fishing Notes

Identifier:
evans_00003
Title:
Fishing Notes
Date:
1933
A&M Number:
3610
In this journal, George writes of trout fishing with Kay in Braddock Creek. He fishes for "chubs" and other fish in Trout Spring and McIntyre Creek, and sees a mink on the banks. Meeting with Mr. Barclay and Mr. King, in his hunting he comes across a grouse, a dead deer, quail, and woodcock. He hunts accompanied by his dogs Speck, Boy, and Nat. Many of his entries include details about the weather and terrain. Shooting Notes begin on page 18.

2. Fishing Notes

Identifier:
evans_00005
Title:
Fishing Notes
Date:
1935
A&M Number:
3610
In this journal, George finds Braddock too low to fish, but fishes in Jonathan Run, which was low as well. He fishes with Kay for chubs and trout. He writes of going hunting with Father, his neighbors, nearby land owners, and friends. He hunts accompanied by his dogs Boy and Nat, who sadly later die in December. He remembers the one year anniversary of Speck's death on November 9th. He mentions buying hemlock and cutting it down. Hunting Notes begin on page 26.

3. Fishing Notes

Identifier:
evans_00006
Title:
Fishing Notes
Date:
1936
A&M Number:
3610