08-15-2021, 02:08 AM
The Pelicans at Strawberry are more aggressive right now than I've ever seen them in years past. They used to patiently circle the boat until a floundering slot cutt would make it out to them...now they come within 6 to 8 feet of the boat! At least the trout had a chance to revive before, but not now!
It is a shame to release a fish that you know is going to die. Jigging helps, and paying attention when jigging helps even more, but I still manage to kill a few each trip. It's good to see the food chain at work. But it's still a shame to watch a 21.5" fat cutthroat get eaten (still alive) by a Pelican! It's just an unfortunate part of the sport.
It is a shame to release a fish that you know is going to die. Jigging helps, and paying attention when jigging helps even more, but I still manage to kill a few each trip. It's good to see the food chain at work. But it's still a shame to watch a 21.5" fat cutthroat get eaten (still alive) by a Pelican! It's just an unfortunate part of the sport.
I used to N.ot have E.nough T.ime O.ff to go fishing. Then I retired. Now I have less time than I had before. Sheesh.