RE: and the hits just keep on commin!
2007/07/22 15:36:05
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sudsy:
through my experience with Lake Trout I can comment on releasing a fish brought up from deep water
most fish are brought up on a rather slow and steady retrieve.in some cases their bladders still do contain air
lots of time it will expel on it's own when lifted from the water, you'll hear a "burp"
i also squeeze (rub) the fish to ensure all air pockets expel
as for survival: there is a size or slot limit on Lakers so you have no choice but to release them
i have yet to see one float back to the surface after my release, so i'm going to safely say they were released successful
as for the rest of your question, Gottum would have to answer or add to my comments.
"whats that smell like fish oh baby" .. J. Kaukonen