In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Having a boat equipped with a reliable fish-finder will certainly help in your pursuit of big striped bass. Having a firm understanding of how to operate your fish-finder will aid you in locating a productive area in which striped bass have gathered. Therefore it is recommended that you read the owner's manual thoroughly before using. Striped bass can be unpredictablethey can be found at different locations and different depths depending on the weather, time of year and even the time of day. Using your fish-finder will help you to determine the depth at which the bass are holding, which will allow you to present the bait at that exact depth and give you the best chance of actually catching a striped bass. Striped Bass are opportunistic feeders who may be caught using a wide range of bait. Live bait such as herring, menhaden, mackerel, eels, squid, clams, anchovies, bloodworms, shad, nightcrawlers and sandworms all make great bait for striped bass fishing. You can find these baits at just about any local fishing bait and tackle shop. The type of bait that will bring you the most success will depend on the location you intend to fish in. If you're unfamiliar with the body of water you'll be fishing, consult with a local bait and tackle shop to find out what type of bait they recommend. You can also catch striped bass using a lure that resembles the forage base in the area where you'll be fishing. These lures can be made from plastic, wood, metal, resins or rubber. You should be able to catch striped bass with almost any rod and reel, provided it's heavier than a light spinning outfit. The type of rod you use will depend on type of fishing you intend to do. Will you be fishing in freshwater or saltwater? Will you be fishing on a boat? Or will you be fishing from the surf or on a jetty, bridge or pier? Will you be chunking bait, or using a lure? The answers to these questions will determine the correct weight, size and flexibility for your rod. The type of reel you use is arguably more important than the rod -- a saltwater spinning reel is a good option, as long as it's sturdy enough to pull in a 20 to 25 pounds (9.1 to 11.3kg) fish. In terms of line, you should be using a 10 to 20 pounds (4.5 to 9.1kg) test monofilament line (though some people prefer heavier lines for catching bigger fish). The hook should be nice and sharp and there should be a minimum of 12 inch (1.3cm) between the point and the shank, to avoid catching undersized bass. Although striped bass can be caught all year round, in almost any condition, you can increase your chances of successful fishing if you understand the striper's behavior patterns. Striped bass are migratory fish who prefer water temperatures between 45 and 65F (7 and 18C). Therefore, if the water temperature goes above or below this range, you are unlikely to find any striped bass, as they will have migrated to warmer or cooler waters. The temperature may also affect the location of the fish within the water. On a hot sunny day, the striped bass may dive to depths as low as 40 feet (12m) to avoid the heat and find more suitable temperature and oxygen levels. Whereas, on a cooler day, you might find them just a foot or two below the water's surface. Stripers are more prone to feeding when there is water movement due to changing tides or a strong breeze. This is due to the fact that water movement stirs up sediment, which attracts bait fish (who feed on the sediment). In turn, the feeding bait fish attract the stripers. In addition, they are more likely to bite when the temperature of the water has recently fluctuated. Striped bass tend to feed most actively at dusk and dawn, where they can hunt smaller fish under the cover of darkness. Therefore, you may have a higher rate of success if you fish at these times.
Summary: Use a fish-finder. Choose the right bait. Choose your rod, reel and tackle. Look for optimal fishing conditions.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Slowly but surely, any rubber object, be it your car windshield wiper blades or the elastic waistband of your favorite pajama pants, will harden over time. Evidence of white or colored substances on the rubber can be one indication of a chemical reaction taking place. Natural rubber has poor resistance to both ozone and UV light, as well as to petroleum oils. Additionally, temperatures below -60F (-51C) or above 220F (104C) will degrade it quickly, while temperature extremes in general will facilitate long-term degradation and hardening. Rubber stretches and flexes because it is made up of long, tangled molecule chains that can be straightened out under tension. Degradation of these molecular chains can occur from repeated or excessive tension (think of frayed or over-stretched rubber bands), or by exposure to elements like those noted above. Cracked rubber will remain cracked even when it's softened. Once cracks form, your only options will be to try out a rubber patch kit or to simply replace the rubber object. There is no miracle cure by this point. One point worth making here is that common softening methods heat and oils actually damage the rubber in the process. So, every time you do soften up a stiff rubber gasket or shoe sole, you are also contributing to its eventual demise. There is only so much you can do to keep oxygen, temperature fluctuations, and light away from rubber, but wiping away residue can help keep deteriorating oils from damaging the object. Clean rubber objects with only warm water and a clean cloth when possible. If necessary, use a mild detergent and rinse it away completely. Solvents found in cleaners can degrade or even dissolve rubber. Avoid washing clothes with elastic waistbands more than needed, and don't use hot water. If possible, remove as much air (and thus oxygen) from the container as you can before sealing it. Placing rubber items in zip-close bags and using a straw to suck out most of the air can noticeably delay the hardening process. If you've ever compared rubber bands kept in a plastic bag in your junk drawer from those loose in the drawer, you know the difference it can make. Natural rubber is especially susceptible to oxidization because sulfur is added to the mix when making items like rubber bands. Oxygen reacts with sulfur and essentially removes it from the item, leaving it more brittle. The same place you might store apples or potatoes would actually make a decent place to also keep your bagged-up sneakers. 68 to 77F (20 to 25C) is a sensible temperature range for storing rubber items, though lower temperatures can also be good. You might even consider keeping tightly sealed rubber items in your refrigerator. The excessive cold and higher humidity of the freezer, however, makes it a less ideal choice.
Summary: Check rubber objects regularly for hardening. Examine the rubber for signs of damage. Keep rubber objects clean. Seal rubber in an airtight container to delay hardening. Place the container in a cool, dry, dark place.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You may send an email or distribute an office memo. Just make sure it is on paper. Include the date, time, location and purpose of the meeting. Request RSVPs to the meeting. Make it clear that those who accept the invitation are expected to attend. Have them detail the agenda item for you, so you may list it appropriately on the upcoming agenda. Request that they supply you with not only the agenda topic, but also a short description of what they intend to cover. Verify the amount of time they will need to present the agenda item. Make a 3-column table with headers for "Agenda Item," "Presenter" and "Time." List the agenda items according to order of receipt, urgency or relevance. Write up a short description of each agenda topic, as detailed by the contributing presenters. Include a header with the meeting details such as date, time, purpose/scope, location and duration. Give them plenty of time before the meeting to review and deliberate over the agenda, so they may contribute to the discussion as they see fit. 2 days advance notice is a reasonable notification time.
Summary:
Notify everyone who is to be involved in the meeting. Ask that attendees have meeting agenda item requests in to you by a specified date and time. Create an agenda summarizing all of the agenda item details you have gathered. Submit the proposed agenda to the agenda item presenters to verify that they are comfortable with the details of their placement and allotted time slot. Make any changes or rearrangements, if necessary. Distribute the approved agenda to all the attendees.