History of the Order of the Arrow

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Don Lindsey of Alameda, California, is the former owner of Gallagher and Lindsey Realtors, and has contributed to Alameda’s historic building preservation throughout the years. During his career, Don Lindsey has overseen the preservation, restoration, and reconstruction of various buildings, including the restoration of a period soda sign that now hangs in Webster street in Alameda, California. He is also an Eagle Scout and a member of the Order of the Arrow through the Boy Scouts of America.

The Order of the Arrow is a program offered through Boy Scouts of America (BSA) as a way to recognize and cultivate youth leaders within the organization. It was founded in 1915 by E. Urner Goodman and Carroll A. Edson, and has been an honor society for over 100 years. It became part of the national BSA in 1934, and focuses on leadership, environmental preservation, and camping.

The requirements for joining include 2 weeks of camping experience from at least five separate camping trips, and honorees are elected from their various troupes. Currently, the organization boasts over 160,000 active members across the United States.

Baitcasting and Spinning Fishing Reels

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Don Lindsey, a real estate professional in Alameda, California, who owned Gallagher and Lindsey Realtors for four decades. When he wasn’t busy managing all company staff and handling the completion of transactions, Don Lindsey of Alameda enjoyed fishing. Today, he remains an avid trout fisherman.

Although there are many different types of fishing reels, most are divided into two broad categories: baitcasting and spinning reels. Of the two, spinning reels are the most popular type of reel. This is because they are very easy to use and best for people who are new to fishing. Such reels have an open-faced design and are capable of casting quickly and accurately. They also cast further and have a good line capacity. However, since they do not perform as well with extra weight, spinning reels are not suited for heavier line, heavy lures, or big fish.

For these situations, fishermen may prefer using a baitcast reel. Baitcasters require a lot of skill and effort to master, but they work well with heavy lures and lines, including spinner baits and jigs. They are also highly accurate if they are used by someone who is familiar with them. When fishermen are unfamiliar with baitcasters, they invite numerous problems. These not only include problems with accuracy, but also issues with having the fishing line get tangled. While this may seem unimportant, baitcasters usually cover the line, so correcting tangled line is more difficult.

Alameda Chamber of Commerce Hosts Thinking Strategist James Allen

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For several years, Don Lindsey worked in the real estate market in Alameda, CA. Alongside his work, Don Lindsey remained actively involved with the city and served as president of the Alameda Chamber of Commerce. This organization works to promote business in the city while providing unique events for its citizens.

This past November, the Alameda Chamber of Commerce hosted an event thinking strategist James Allen as part of its Successful Thinkers Network. This initiative helps expose local business owners to key ideas and winning strategies. At the event, Allen went over three steps that are necessary for achieving success in life. Through these steps, individuals unlock their true potential.

Allen focused on strategies that individuals can apply immediately in their lives to gain more confidence and get out of negative thought patterns. Attendees learned how to focus on their goals and identify self-sabotaging behavior so that they can get close to them. The talk also focused on finding purpose and building better connections with people in the community.

Strong Halibut Catch for Northern California Anglers

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Don Lindsey is a longtime real estate executive who led Gallagher and Lindsey Realtors in Alameda from 1965 to 2005. Passionate about sailing and fishing, Don Lindsey has caught a wide variety of fish over the years.

One positive development for local fishermen in 2019 was a record halibut catch, with live bait, such as anchovies, used by sports anglers to quickly reach limits in the Oyster Point area of the South Bay and in the Berkeley Flats.

The California halibut fishery, which stretches year-round, also reported strong catches, with North Coast anglers in the Crescent City and Fort Bragg region catching 2,500 pounds during the first five days of the fishery in May. This level of catch is usually only achieved during the peak summer months.

The health of the halibut population is attributed to excellent forage conditions, combined with sustained conservation efforts over the past quarter century. In 1993, the United Anglers of California's efforts led to inshore trawling being banned beyond the Golden Gate. At the same time, the recreational halibut limit was reduced from five to three fish.