Catch and Release - Hermanus Fly Fishing

Hermanus Fly Fishing

Catch and Release

Use barbless hooks only

Bring the fish to the net as quickly as possible

Keep the netted fish in the water and remove the hook, if swallowed too deeply, cut the hook off.

Handle the fish as little as possible and always with wet hands. Support the belly area of the fish when lifting, never by the head or gills

Do not squeeze the fish – it damages internal organs

Avoid contact with the bank, grass or gravel as this removes protective slime

Before releasing this fish ensure that its breathing has returned to normal

Support the fish gently until it swims away