Hate fishing, but gotta do it....

[Andy G]

bfloyd A kerthunk is the sound a boat makes when its thirsty crew attempts to board.

As distinct from the ARRRRRRGH sound a pirate makes when a thirsty crew attempts to board.

[bfloyd4445]

Originally Posted by Andy G

bfloyd A kerthunk is the sound a boat makes when its thirsty crew attempts to board.

As distinct from the ARRRRRRGH sound a pirate makes when a thirsty crew attempts to board.

Well mate, the sound you describe reminds me of the sound a boarder makes after chugging the first cold brew on a hot day then discovering all the rest are warm.

[Hendo78]

Originally Posted by skipperdude

Easy now you can do it.

It's like those survival shows with people eating bugs.

Just don't think about it.

SD

Dont forget to take water so you don't have to chuck a bear grylls and drink ya own piss! Haha :-D

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[Hendo78]

Originally Posted by Larry M

Come on you guys, you're killing me. One of the reasons we're out here is for the seafood. Fishing is one of the most exciting things you can do with your clothes on. And it's not just about rod and reel. These are all from warm water.

Agreed. Leave the rods at home and Dive Dive Dive :-D

So relaxing and there is so much to catch to eat ;-)

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[Peter B]

I do agree on the diving thing. I have always loved snorkeling, and my one regret was never having the chance to get my scuba certificate. Maybe one day I will..? I just love under the water - always have - ever since as a farm kid I lay in the creek with goggles and snorkel watching the cockabullies and eels swim by...

[Hendo78]

Originally Posted by Peter B

I do agree on the diving thing. I have always loved snorkeling, and my one regret was never having the chance to get my scuba certificate. Maybe one day I will..? I just love under the water - always have - ever since as a farm kid I lay in the creek with goggles and snorkel watching the cockabullies and eels swim by...

Well if you're in Perth and have two days free, I can get you certified mate. I'm a Part-time dive instructor for the SSI team (SCUBA Schools International)

You can do your written stuff over the net at home and the rest is in the water.

No regrets! Get in and get it done mate!

[SaucySailoress]

Originally Posted by Hendo78

Dont forget to take water so you don't have to chuck a bear grylls and drink ya own piss! Haha :-D

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Amazing, thank you. I can't believe I ever survived without the awesome gems I am picking up here.

[Hendo78]

Originally Posted by SaucySailoress

Amazing, thank you. I can't believe I ever survived without the awesome gems I am picking up here.

Oh look no need to thank me, but seeing as you did, you're very welcome.

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[bfloyd4445]

Originally Posted by Hendo78

Agreed. Leave the rods at home and Dive Dive Dive :-D

So relaxing and there is so much to catch to eat ;-)

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I'm hungry

[SaucySailoress]

Originally Posted by Hendo78

Agreed. Leave the rods at home and Dive Dive Dive :-D

So relaxing and there is so much to catch to eat ;-)

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How did you catch all those shrimp? They're looking good - and I want some too...

[skipperdude]

One thing about fresh fish.

I had a fellow working for me as he finished his masters degree as a fish biologist.
His area of study was what makes fish spoil.

When you catch a fish the first thing to do is bleed the fish next is to remove the gills or the head and gills.

Bacteria first forms in the gills and begins to spoil the fish.

So to keep the fish fresh the longest. Get the gills out ASAP

SD

[Larry M]

Originally Posted by skipperdude

One thing about fresh fish.

I had a fellow working for me as he finished his masters degree as a fish biologist.
His area of study was what makes fish spoil.

When you catch a fish the first thing to do is bleed the fish next is to remove the gills or the head and gills.

Bacteria first forms in the gills and begins to spoil the fish.

So to keep the fish fresh the longest. Get the gills out ASAP

SD

SD: You're absolutely right and in warm climates, in addition, you have to chill them ASAP, particularly with tuna. Tuna are a particularly bloody fish that will actually heat up while being caught. Here's our favorite, surf and turf (tuna and tails)!

[skipperdude]

I kind of figgured everyone knows about chilling but the thing about the gills is what most people don't know.

When the Copper River reds ar running. And the fish is worth about a $100.00 each on the market. This is one of the first things done by the commercial guys.

SD

[SaucySailoress]

Originally Posted by skipperdude

When you catch a fish the first thing to do is bleed the fish
SD

Erm... what does that mean?

[skipperdude]

It means to get the blood out of the fish.

Usually by passing a knife through the gills while the fish is still alive so they bleed to death.

SD

[bfloyd4445]

Originally Posted by skipperdude

One thing about fresh fish.

I had a fellow working for me as he finished his masters degree as a fish biologist.
His area of study was what makes fish spoil.

When you catch a fish the first thing to do is bleed the fish next is to remove the gills or the head and gills.

Bacteria first forms in the gills and begins to spoil the fish.

So to keep the fish fresh the longest. Get the gills out ASAP

SD

I guess thats what i do but a bit diferent. I gut them as soon as caught which bleeds them pretty fast then bury then in ice. No live well stringer or box, just catch, clean, ice then back to fishing.

[HopCar]

"How did you catch all those shrimp? They're looking good - and I want some too... "

Tiny spearguns.

[Larry M]

QUOTE=skipperdude;130594]I kind of figgured everyone knows about chilling but the thing about the gills is what most people don't know.
SD[/QUOTE]

SD: You guys eat, sleep and sh.t fish up there. I run into a lot of people who are just getting going, they may have been living inland or never had the opportunity to fish other than at a supermarket.

They have just caught their first fish behind the boat. The usually say 4 things, "what is it?", "I don't know?, get the book" and "can we eat it?". Sometimes I feel like I'm around my 6 year old nephew when he caught his first fish.

[bfloyd4445]

Originally Posted by Larry M

QUOTE=skipperdude;130594]I kind of figgured everyone knows about chilling but the thing about the gills is what most people don't know.
SD

SD: You guys eat, sleep and sh.t fish up there. I run into a lot of people who are just getting going, they may have been living inland or never had the opportunity to fish other than at a supermarket.

They have just caught their first fish behind the boat. The usually say 4 things, "what is it?", "I don't know?, get the book" and "can we eat it?". Sometimes I feel like I'm around my 6 year old nephew when he caught his first fish. [/QUOTE]

chuckle.....brings back memories of the things people do with there first fish like just stare at it flopping on the deck for what seems like hours. Had one lady get mad at the poor bass cause he quit fighting

[skipperdude]

Originally Posted by bfloyd4445

I guess thats what i do but a bit diferent. I gut them as soon as caught which bleeds them pretty fast then bury then in ice. No live well stringer or box, just catch, clean, ice then back to fishing.

Got to get the gills out.

Trust me on this I know. Even iced they will stay fresher longer if you.

GET THE GILL OUT.

SD