What's something besides the obvious that you always bring with you when you go fishing?
Jul 14, 2019 18:44:29 #
What's something besides the obvious gear (rod, lures, line, ect.) that you always bring with you when you go fishing?
Like I always bring a hat, polarized glasses, and a sun sleeve that I wear on my neck because I'm a redhead and burn if the moon's to bright.
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by Peter_of_RS
Like I always bring a hat, polarized glasses, and a sun sleeve that I wear on my neck because I'm a redhead and burn if the moon's to bright.
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by Peter_of_RS
Jul 14, 2019 18:44:43 #
I also bring a knife, a lighter or matches in a zip loc bag, tylenol or advil, and toilet paper. A first aid kit may not be the worst to have on hand at least in your boat if you're on one or in your car if you are bank fishing.
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by smamwow2xk
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by smamwow2xk
Jul 14, 2019 18:44:49 #
Yeah there's always a knife and clippers in my box. And if it's a long trip toilet paper is in a bag for sure. I've never really worried to much about a first aid kit though.
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by Peter_of_RS
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by Peter_of_RS
Jul 14, 2019 18:44:54 #
Typically some water sunscreen (depending on time of day) and bug spray. Bug spray is key to not being eaten alive in Texas summers.
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by Ninjaeye223
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by Ninjaeye223
Jul 14, 2019 18:44:58 #
Yeah bug spray is great when you need it. I bought some net thing you wear over your hat and head to keep bugs away. I haven't had to use it yet, since I just got it a couple days ago, but I know it'll come in handy.
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by Peter_of_RS
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by Peter_of_RS
Jul 14, 2019 18:45:03 #
Jul 14, 2019 18:45:08 #
Jul 14, 2019 18:45:12 #
I look like a dork because I'm carrying both a traditional tackle box and a backpack. The backpack is for 1st aid, bug spray, sunscreen, water bottles, backup eyeglasses (have had them break unexpectedly before), and a rag. Folding pliers on my belt.
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by NotNotFishing
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by NotNotFishing
Jul 14, 2019 18:45:17 #
Water. Lots of water. It is so easy to get dehydrated while fishing. A quality pair of nippers and hemos are indispensable.
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by Hike_bike_fish_love
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by Hike_bike_fish_love
Jul 14, 2019 18:45:22 #
Jul 15, 2019 12:13:01 #
Some great ideas from everybody. I, at least, got a chuckle from everybody; good fun for all ages, sexes and interests (mostly fishing though)! (I might could snag a fish with a fly swatter, that would be different, eh?)
Jul 15, 2019 13:20:21 #
When surf fishing, Bait board (1" thick, 6" wide, 8" long) for cutting up bait - squid, clams, bunker.
Small soft cooler with ice - keeps bait fresh and protects it from thieving sea gulls.
Small soft cooler with ice - keeps bait fresh and protects it from thieving sea gulls.
Jul 15, 2019 17:16:36 #
JRK227
Loc: Cedarburg, WI
I always take a cooler along in my boat. It has 10 pounds of ice to keep my catch cold. When using nightcrawlers, they are either in my cooler, or I put an occasional cube in my container. I enjoy spending the day on the water. I can also keep my lunch and water cold. Usually I also take a thermos of coffee along as well.
Jul 15, 2019 17:20:32 #
Jul 15, 2019 21:28:50 #
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