Proper bass handling

[wesselw]

im sure this subject has been covered before but it doesnt hurt to refresh peoples minds.

http://www.mikelongoutdoors.com/proper-bass-handling/

 

[EugeneC]

I'm not a bass angler, but I have to say good post. I always appreciate anglers' efforts to take proper care of the fish they catch, regardless of size or species. Well done wesslew and thanks for sharing.

 

[Slovo]

Good advise, not to hold bass by the mouth without supporting the body. I would equally caution about simply flipping bass out of the water onto the bank or the boat; handling bass with dry hands; and tossing bass back into the water from a height.

 

[DocPhil]

Good post.
Same as carp and any other fish you catch. Treat them with respect and treat your sport with respect. Remember others look up to you and we want to ensure not only the survival but the growth and prosperity of fishing.
Even if you are going to eat them, treat the animal with dignity and respect, as it is a gift from nature.
Unlike another poster on this forum who attacks this important side of our pastime I consider this one of the foundations of what we enjoy.

 

[tadeo]

DocPhil wrote:

Good post.
Same as carp and any other fish you catch. Treat them with respect and treat your sport with respect. Remember others look up to you and we want to ensure not only the survival but the growth and prosperity of fishing.
Even if you are going to eat them, treat the animal with dignity and respect, as it is a gift from nature.
Unlike another poster on this forum who attacks this important side of our pastime I consider this one of the foundations of what we enjoy.

You can judge a person’s character and upbringing this way.