09-14-2011, 06:44 PM
Ok - gotcha. I missed the preceding commentary, just seen his "article" before, and figured he was reposting some 'helpful' info.
Like you say - you had your pliers, not your fillet knife at the ready!!! Unless you're well gloved - might avoid them gill-plates too!
Wouldn't worry it - with all that head shaking - I think most fish are pretty good at ditching a hook given time. Caught a trout that had a hook sticking out it's butt - followed by a split shot, and then a snapswivel. Got me a new rig setup AND a fish!
FishWisc: Might suggest a softer tackle approach might come across better for your intent. If you haven't seen it - give [url "http://www.bigfishtackle.com/forum/Utah_Fishing_Forum_C55/Utah_Fishing_General_F58/gforum.cgi?post=689603;forum_view=forum_view_collapsed;page=unread#unread"]this post [/url]a read. There's been a fair bit of 'bashing' and I know the mods are making efforts to reel it in, and keep the peace.
I took the liberty of saving your "document" (minus the slam) - into a DOC and PDF file. I'll pm them to you in case you're done with this thread.
Wonder if there's a place for a sticky, or help-file that such info could be stored for future Musky students.
Ben - what I want to know is how in the heck you pull those suckers up through an Ice Hole! Drill two holes - grab the tail from one, and .... guess you get 'em under the chin ? Carefully!!
I'll have to come have you show me!
I got an 'ice fishing gaff' though I've never used it. Um - don't think I'll bring it to Newton or PV anyway!!! [crazy]
But the next big brown that wraps up my camera cord might be in for a 'pokey'.
And as for "never" kill a Musky - I dunno, I've heard Musky/Pike can be pretty good eatin, where allowed. Outside of Newt/PV I gather theres a 1-fish over 40 reg. Lots of You-Tube vids demonstrate various fillet approaches. I'll bet they steak up pretty good!
But - until there's a breeding/stocking system in place, I'll be one to respect all C&R (so what's UP with that program anywho!)
To Pharty - you coming back out on Saturday (now that you're HOOKED)
Like you say - you had your pliers, not your fillet knife at the ready!!! Unless you're well gloved - might avoid them gill-plates too!
Wouldn't worry it - with all that head shaking - I think most fish are pretty good at ditching a hook given time. Caught a trout that had a hook sticking out it's butt - followed by a split shot, and then a snapswivel. Got me a new rig setup AND a fish!
FishWisc: Might suggest a softer tackle approach might come across better for your intent. If you haven't seen it - give [url "http://www.bigfishtackle.com/forum/Utah_Fishing_Forum_C55/Utah_Fishing_General_F58/gforum.cgi?post=689603;forum_view=forum_view_collapsed;page=unread#unread"]this post [/url]a read. There's been a fair bit of 'bashing' and I know the mods are making efforts to reel it in, and keep the peace.
I took the liberty of saving your "document" (minus the slam) - into a DOC and PDF file. I'll pm them to you in case you're done with this thread.
Wonder if there's a place for a sticky, or help-file that such info could be stored for future Musky students.
Ben - what I want to know is how in the heck you pull those suckers up through an Ice Hole! Drill two holes - grab the tail from one, and .... guess you get 'em under the chin ? Carefully!!
I'll have to come have you show me!
I got an 'ice fishing gaff' though I've never used it. Um - don't think I'll bring it to Newton or PV anyway!!! [crazy]
But the next big brown that wraps up my camera cord might be in for a 'pokey'.
And as for "never" kill a Musky - I dunno, I've heard Musky/Pike can be pretty good eatin, where allowed. Outside of Newt/PV I gather theres a 1-fish over 40 reg. Lots of You-Tube vids demonstrate various fillet approaches. I'll bet they steak up pretty good!
But - until there's a breeding/stocking system in place, I'll be one to respect all C&R (so what's UP with that program anywho!)
To Pharty - you coming back out on Saturday (now that you're HOOKED)