Muskies 101 - A quick guide for proper gear selection and fish handling

[yumasdad]

Good information for the novices. You had it all covered except for maybe using a pair of gloves when handling the fish-make sure that you wet the gloves first as to not disturb the slim layer protecting the fish. This goes for all species-never handle a fish with dry hands. The hook incision will heal but the slim is a fishes front line to protect them from bacteria when they are most vulnerable after a release.