C&R (Catch and Release) Videos and Information

STAY IN THE WATER – STAY IN THE NET

Catch and Release - The Quick Guide

Use BARBLESS hooks
Bring the fish to the net as quickly as possible
Keep the fish IN THE WATER
Handle the fish as little as possible, and always with wet hands
Do NOT squeeze the fish (damages their internal organs)
REMOVE the hook, using forceps if necessary
Avoid ANY contact with the bank/peg, as this removes their protective slime/coating
Support the fish gently until it swims away
Do NOT repeatedly pull the fish back by the tail whilst waiting on recovery of the fish

Why C&R? - Catch and Release

The objective is to get the fish to the net and back into the water as quickly as possible, to maximise it’s chances of survival.

Evidence shows that a prolonged ‘fight’ increases the stress levels of the fish, and reduces it’s chances of survival, especially when water temperatures are higher during the summer months