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Practise catch and release carefully, using large nets and handling big fish gently

Practise catch and release carefully, using large nets and handling big fish gently

Trout being released in the water beside a net

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  • Topic: Hook set and fish care
  • Original category: Hook Set and Fish Care
  • Species: Trout
  • Water: Not stated
  • Region: Not stated
  • Skill level: All levels

Tip

Tip: Practise catch and release carefully, using large nets and handling big fish gently

How to do it: Use large nets and gentle handling for catch and release of big fish on this lake

Mistake it fixes: Handling big fish roughly or with small nets

Why it works: Large fish are more vulnerable to handling stress. Large nets and gentle handling improve survival after release.

When it matters most: Catch and release, large fish

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