releasing fish

[Esox Luciano]

Great post and just in time for any upcoming esox contests!!!!

Just yesterday I saw the exact opposite of what Cris is saying.
HAVE PROPER TOOLS WHEN FISHING FOR BIG FISH!!

DON'T BE A PUSS IF YOU HAVE TO GET YOUR HANDS OR WHOLE BODY DIRTY!!

DON'T USE CHEAP FLUOROCARBON...USE STRONG STEEL LEADERS!!

DON'T CAST ANYWHERE YOU CAN'T LAND A BIG FISH...YOU LOSE A LURE & A FISH, THE FISH LOSES IT'S LIFE!!

Great points on the reviving of fish as well Cris, especially as the temps start escalating. Much more of a successful release if we take our time and apply all these things. I'm sure buzz can add some helpful tips as well.