Catch and Release Best Practices: How to Give Every Fish Its Best Chance
A released fish isn't automatically a surviving fish. Short fights, wet hands, quick hook removal and a gentle release make the real difference.
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How to Hold a Bass (and Other Fish) Without Hurting It
The classic thumb-in-the-mouth grip is fine for most bass, but heavy fish need a second hand under the belly. Here's how to hold fish safely, species by species.