You’ve managed to get on the water. You’ve figured out how to get the fly in front of a fish. You’ve somehow convinced it to bit said fly. You’ve fought it your your hand or net.

Now what?

If you’re interested in the common practice of catch and release, there are some things that are good to do. (They’re even better for the fish.) In this beginner-focused episode, I actually begin what releasing well involves long before you catch a fish. Some of these steps might be common sense. Others might sound odd. Regardless, this is helpful for anglers of all experience levels to know and to be able to communicate.

Listen to the episode below, or on your favorite podcast app.

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