From WOnews.com…..
Because most southern California boat fisherman release many more fish then they keep, possessing the skills of releasing a fish properly is important. Releasing a fish insures the future of the fishery. If it is done properly, the mortality rate is low. The goal is to reduce the trauma of the fish as much as is possible. This is achieved by turning the fish around from the landing to the release as quickly and as efficiently as possible. As an angler, and boatsman, having the proper tools, in good working order, convenient and close at hand is essential to a clean and quick release of a fish. Here are some of the essential tools to execute that successful release.
