[header] How to unhook a fish [title] Reel the fish in until you can grab it with your hand. [step] Keep the fish in the water as long as possible-do not bring it onto land, where it can flop about wildly, until you are close enough to grab it. Land the fish quickly.
[header] How to unhook a fish [title] Reel the fish in until you can grab it with your hand. [step] Keep the fish in the water as long as possible-do not bring it onto land, where it can flop about wildly, until you are close enough to grab it. Land the fish quickly.
[title] Pull back on the line to close the hook. [step] Make a cut right on the line that cuts the hooked point off at the bottom of the fish, about two inches above the pin. [title] Remove the hook in mid-dive. [step] Use your other hand to loosen the line, if necessary. Reel in about 20 to 30 feet (3 to 4 m) away from the fish. [title] Reel the fish in with your hook. Don't let it fight and jump until it's exhausted. Increase the drag on your reel, and make sure that your fishing line is in good condition.