Big-O Posted May 11, 2012 Posted May 11, 2012 This Miracle Baby ate a pitched Rage Hawg and had an excessive amount of bleeding from a tongue hook. I used Flip-Clips and expedited livewell procedures for over an hour with my buddy Alex helping to switch the water out of the wells regularly to keep her frisky. She not only lived, but thrashed me with her tail and water when she left I stayed close to her area while she was regaining her health to make sure that the release was close to her home. I LOVE these Big Girls A 3/4oz Tour Grade tungsten, Moaner Stick'r hook and a St Croix RAGE Rod brought her to the boat... www.ragetail.com Quote
topwaterrob Posted May 12, 2012 Posted May 12, 2012 Now that's fish care...... She's a beauty...... Quote
Super User clayton86 Posted May 12, 2012 Super User Posted May 12, 2012 Very nice as usual but what are fish clips? Quote
Shane Procell Posted May 12, 2012 Posted May 12, 2012 I believe in miracles....especially when they are over 12#'s Quote
Super User Dwight Hottle Posted May 13, 2012 Super User Posted May 13, 2012 Beautiful fish Steve. Looks like you had company in the background. Quote
Super User Bankbeater Posted May 14, 2012 Super User Posted May 14, 2012 Nice bass. Glad to hear it didn't die. Quote
1234567 Posted May 14, 2012 Posted May 14, 2012 Incredible Big-O. I hope people realize how special it is to see these fish you post and especially so often!! Quote
fishinkeebs Posted May 14, 2012 Posted May 14, 2012 Nice fish!!! congrats on keeping her strong and healthy! Quote
Super User Nitrofreak Posted May 14, 2012 Super User Posted May 14, 2012 This Miracle Baby ate a pitched Rage Hawg and had an excessive amount of bleeding from a tongue hook. I used Flip-Clips and expedited livewell procedures for over an hour with my buddy Alex helping to switch the water out of the wells regularly to keep her frisky. She not only lived, but thrashed me with her tail and water when she left I stayed close to her area while she was regaining her health to make sure that the release was close to her home. I LOVE these Big Girls A 3/4oz Tour Grade tungsten, Moaner Stick'r hook and a St Croix RAGE Rod brought her to the boat... www.ragetail.com It definately shows too just by the care you gave that ol' girl !!! Nice job Big-O !!! Quote
Super User SoFlaBassAddict Posted May 15, 2012 Super User Posted May 15, 2012 Steve strikes again! Great fish buddy. That weather in the background doesn't look too pleasant, but when you're catching fish like that, who the hell cares! Quote
Super User J Francho Posted May 15, 2012 Super User Posted May 15, 2012 Wow, nice job. Tongue piercings seldom end well. Quote
Big-O Posted May 15, 2012 Author Posted May 15, 2012 It is my opinion that when we release big fish immediately and even the young healthy fish in their home environments, their chances are substantially improved and not just for survival but also for better growth opportunuty. I think this is especially true for the ones that are weak from a fight in warm waters or possibly injured The fact that they're in home surroundings and can locate their safe zone and or food table quickly for recuperation is much better for them and less stressful, I'm sure! One day in the future, all will see THIS as the proper MANAGEMENT PRACTICE and all of our fisheries will be abounding with more Giant fish to catch... and release! Dwight, there's always company on these Texas lakes and I normally leave before others can tune in. Hanging around for a sick fish will draw FLIES now and then... if you know what I mean! SFBA, you're right about the weather threatening and would've left earlier but she needed the extra time! I photo'd her after the hour of re-hab and streaked back down the lake before the winds got too bad.. It all worked out www.ragetail.com Quote
kylek Posted May 17, 2012 Posted May 17, 2012 Awesome fish!!! Any chance you need a step son to take fishing??? Quote
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