Super User Catch and Grease Posted October 30, 2015 Super User Posted October 30, 2015 I heard a quote once it went along the lines of "Many men fish their whole life without knowing its not the fish they are after" that couldn't be any more true, anytime I have problems I try to get out on the water because when I'm in the middle of a lake away from everyone its like all my problems disappear. Of course a big ole bass every now and then is pretty sweet too! 2 Quote
Super User K_Mac Posted October 30, 2015 Super User Posted October 30, 2015 The quote is a paraphrase of Henry David Thoreau. The older I get, the more I understand that catching fish is only a small part of fishing. 4 Quote
Super User fishinfiend Posted October 30, 2015 Super User Posted October 30, 2015 I totally agree. I just love being outside and appreciate the great outdoors. 1 Quote
Super User bigbill Posted October 30, 2015 Super User Posted October 30, 2015 At 4:00 am it's being out there blending in with nature. Seeing what this planet we live on has to offer. There is nothing like watching the night turn to daylite. The twilight time is so special. It's a time when the nocturnal animals go to sleep after hunting all night. The freshwater otters head to there nests too. The beavers really live up to there busy as a beaver label. I have to say inbetween fishing nature does put on a show for us. Quote
Evan K Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 I love the challenge of finding fish (especially big fish), the fun of using good, quality equipment that performs well and that I really like, the quiet time to think and not be bothered with the rest of life, and of course catching fish! 1 Quote
Super User clayton86 Posted October 31, 2015 Super User Posted October 31, 2015 Fishing is therapeutic for me along with hunting. I don't do well pent up in the house I fish year round since taking up ice fishing and I also deer and predator hunt which keeps me busy from October threw end of March. I fished literally every single day from ice out till October 1st when deer and coyote opened. My girlfriend never understood how I could go for 8hrs and catch two fish some times no fish and come home happy. It's not about the fish they are the bonus just being out in nature. Quote
Super User slonezp Posted October 31, 2015 Super User Posted October 31, 2015 It sure beats picking lint from my toes 5 Quote
Super User bowhunter63 Posted October 31, 2015 Super User Posted October 31, 2015 Love being outside and on the water. Trying to out wit a bass never gets old.Plus it makes me who i am.Really cant picture life with out it. Quote
Rick Howard Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 Friends of mine that don't hunt or fish ask me this question often... "Isn't it boring to just sit there until you catch something?" I answer... "It can be." They obviously reply "than why do you do it?" My answer "I can't tell ya why but, I can show you." It's not one thing.... It's everything. Quote
Super User F14A-B Posted October 31, 2015 Super User Posted October 31, 2015 I hunted for nearly 35 years.. No where ever, did I have a soulful connection & a peaceful disposition like I have had hunting or fishing. Mostly hunting though.. It's other worldly Quote
Last_Cast Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 get you away from reality. All that matters is you, the water, fish and a good time with your buddies or family. Quote
Super User Nitrofreak Posted November 3, 2015 Super User Posted November 3, 2015 I used to think it was for the challenge, I mean, how hard could it possibly be right? My very first trip out alone really early in the morning, I prepped everything the night before and stowed my gear in the camper because I was unfamiliar with the place and nervous about leaving it in the boat, I pulled up on a spot that was very peaceful, a slight chill in the air from the fall weather, nerves slightly rattled from the excitement of my very first boat, everything went according to plan until I stepped up on the bow and realized that I left my tackle in the camper, frustrated I went to fire the boat back up and head back, now the boat engine won't fire, no tools, no fishing gear, no one around, I took a minute to gather myself and looked around, the sun just starting to crest the bank, how vivid and vibrant the colors were that morning, the water was mostly clear and calm with a hint of fog, so quiet, so indescribably incredible, a deer sipping from the waters edge had cought my attention, then her two fawns showed up as she seemingly taught them to drink, engrossed in the moment a voice shouts out as the lights go out on his dock, GOOD MORNING! Everything ok ? Yes, yes it is. It hit me, light switch! Switch! KILL SWITCH!!! I don't know if that moment of peace is something that was meant to be, it sure made a lasting impression and helped me to realize that it is not wise to let life's problems interfere with everyday living, enjoy what we have been given and never take it for granted, I think that lesson is why I enjoy fishing so much, that and the daily dose of dock follies, they never disappoint either. 2 Quote
Jaderose Posted November 3, 2015 Posted November 3, 2015 The time I spend fishing...especially when I'm gone for several hours has very little to do with actually catching fish. That's great, of course, and I'm usually fishing my a$$ off, BUT, it's not why I do it. The first hour or so, my brain fights itself. Thoughts of everyday life creep in. Work...chores...bills...etc., and then everything slows down. I start to focus. I'm FISHING. And the harder I fish the less "thinking" I do. I'm reacting to the conditions, I'm trying different techniques, colors, etc., according to those conditions. I'm saying hi to the cranes and the ducks...don't laugh..you do it too. I'm loving being outside and doing no harm to my surroundings. No one is looking for me and I don't need anything from anyone. All is right with the world. And then I hook into a big ol hog and things get exciting. What the heck is not to like about that? 2 Quote
Super User Fishing Rhino Posted November 7, 2015 Super User Posted November 7, 2015 It sure beats picking lint from my toes I didn't think you were flexible enough to do that. 1 Quote
Josh Smith Posted November 7, 2015 Posted November 7, 2015 I like the quiet, and I like the feel of well-tuned reels I did myself. The rods are slightly lesser parts of the equation as, though I customize mine to a greater or lesser extent, I don't have time to build them. Josh Quote
Super User NorcalBassin Posted November 7, 2015 Super User Posted November 7, 2015 Just being outside and on the water pushes work and life stress right out the window... best preventative medicine out there for me. Quote
dave Posted November 9, 2015 Posted November 9, 2015 It would be a waste of thousands of $$ worth of equipment. Quote
Super User Ratherbfishing Posted November 10, 2015 Super User Posted November 10, 2015 mmmm...nope. It's pretty much about the catching. Quote
Super User slonezp Posted November 10, 2015 Super User Posted November 10, 2015 I didn't think you were flexible enough to do that. I'm quite talented Quote
Super User everythingthatswims Posted November 12, 2015 Super User Posted November 12, 2015 I read a quote somewhere about fishing along the lines of "I can't explain it to you, the only ones who understand don't need it to be explained to them" but it sounded a lot cooler and smarter. If anyone knows the quote let me know haha 1 Quote
Dye99 Posted November 14, 2015 Posted November 14, 2015 I was diagnosed with PTSD. Refusing to take medication, I started using meditation and proper sleeping and eating habits. Being a fisherman for many many years, it was a natural for me. I prefer to fish alone in my kayak. The silence is the best thing for me. Its a drug. It makes things right in my thought process. Not mentioning I have a amazing wife who sees the outcome of fishing trips in my demeanor, so she supports my addiction. If Im catching them or not, the time I spend throwing baits, and paddling are the best medicine. 2 Quote
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