Catch and release (Alive !)

When practicing catch and release is essential the fish we release survive the fight.

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Current recommendations:

1. Land the fish in the fastest time possible.

2. Use barbless hooks, this will help you in the release by reducing the manipulation time.

3. Use the strongest leader possible according to the situation. This will allow you to land the fish in the fastest time possible.

4. Do not fight the fish for more time than is strictly necessary to bring it to you, particularly if the water temperatures are high as there will be less oxygen available and will take a much longer time for the fish to recuperate.

5. If possible, grab the fly and take out the hook without touching the fish or without taking the fish out of the water.

6. Carry hemostats and have them handy to use in case the hook is buried deep in the fish's mouth.

7. Use a knot less net with small mesh to avoid damaging the fish's fins, skin or gills.

8. Try to remove the fly out without taking the fish out of the net.

9. If possible, try to release the fish directly from the net to avoid manipulation.

10. If you have to manipulate the fish, be careful not to squeeze the fish's body as this can rupture internal organs.

11. If the fish is exhausted, hold it under running water with the head facing upstream so water can circulate through its gills.

12. Let go the fish only when its able to swim away by its own means.

13. Make sure that the fish swims away and does not float to the surface after you release it, if it does, revive the fish once again.

14. It can take a very long time for a well fought fish to recover. As long as 15-20 minutes. Don't rush the process.

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