HOIST-N-HAWGS Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 I've finally hit the fishing burn out stage. Had a T on Webster yesturday from 6 to 12. @ 10:30 I let my fish go and trailered up. Just didn't care one way or the other. Used toss and turn all night w/axiety thinking I can't wait to get there! Now passout sleep all night and could careless if I get up on time to make it. Of course, as I'm writting this the phone rings and it's Low Budget asking if I want to head out w/him. Never thought I'd see the the day where "NO Thanks" would be my answer. Just wondering if anyone else has experienced this? Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted July 14, 2008 Super User Posted July 14, 2008 Nope, not me, but you definitely need a break. It's suppose to be fun. When it's not, do something else. 8-) Quote
=Matt 5.0= Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 I fell asleep in the boat two weekends in a row. I typically get home from work at 8pm. Dinner by 9pm, then shower and bed by 10-1030. Then I have to get up at 2am so I can leave in order to pick up my buddy Rick by 330 in order to be on the water by 4. So yes, I can see getting burnt out. Our season is so short that I try to take advantage while I can. Are you burnt out of fishing in general, or just T's? I like to hit the surf once in a while to mix it up. Nothing like throwing 4oz plugs with a 10'6" rod ever once in a while. Quote
Super User .RM. Posted July 14, 2008 Super User Posted July 14, 2008 Yup sure have.. To many years fishing and working tournaments, and paying to much out to fish in foul weather. At 62 years young the early to the lake idea doesn't excited me any more. I sold the boat and took 4 years off and the only connection to fishing I had was the reel repair and the rod building when I came back into it, it is now at my pace and as a non boater only. Take a rest and see what happens.. Tight Lines!!! Quote
Super User Paul Roberts Posted July 14, 2008 Super User Posted July 14, 2008 Sometimes in midsummer I'd get that. I'm sitting in my boat, and suddenly see how ridiculous it is to be spending my time and money chasing fish! Or I start thinking about winter steelhead. Then mid-winter would come and I'd be dreaming of summer. But that was when I fished -A LOT. Now I just don't get that kind of time, so my fishing days are much more appreciated. The sentiments sound equally ridiculous to me in reverse -Who wouldn't want to spend every waking hour chasing fish! No worries. Take a break. The joy will come back to you. Or try a switch up -go bluegill fishing. Quote
Bad Fish Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Na,,my job sucks too much to get burnt on fishing,,I cherish every moment on the water,,,but if you're burnt take a break,,absence makes the heart grow fonder,, Quote
Super User Grey Wolf Posted July 14, 2008 Super User Posted July 14, 2008 I've finally hit the fishing burn out stage. Had a T on Webster yesturday from 6 to 12. @ 10:30 I let my fish go and trailered up. Just didn't care one way or the other. Used toss and turn all night w/axiety thinking I can't wait to get there! Now passout sleep all night and could careless if I get up on time to make it. Of course, as I'm writting this the phone rings and it's Low Budget asking if I want to head out w/him. Never thought I'd see the the day where "NO Thanks" would be my answer. Just wondering if anyone else has experienced this? The older you get the more it will happen , it's just a natural progression (age). Quote
Bassnajr Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 From what I have heard, fishing with LBH should cure any tournament burn out!! My opinion.....any OTHER stuff going on in your life right now?? I know that when you are loaded up with "STUFF" let's say, it pulls you away from the things you really enjoy doing. They don't seem as appealing as they used to. I agree with others. Take a break, clean up any lingering problems you may have, (easier said than done some times, I know, believe me!!), and try to relax. Good luck brother!!!! Alan Quote
skillet Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Don't own a boat or get to fish different waters that often so maybe that's why if it gets to me sometimes (not very often) it doesn't last long. Like everyone says, take a break. The feelings will come back ... As Ever, skillet Quote
Super User Wayne P. Posted July 14, 2008 Super User Posted July 14, 2008 Been there, done that. A few years ago I fished three different tournament series and after several of years of that, I got bored of the travel and short fishing days so I quit most all tournament fishing. I have since retired and just go during the week days. No more crowds, no more rude tournament fishermen, no more weekend play traffic, just a lot of catching and choosing how long or how short of a day I fish. All the trophies I have ment something when awarded, but after a while they are just dust collectors. Most of the time when I travel over 50 miles to fish, I'll spend 10-15 hours on the water. I am no longer concerned with fish care or fish size, I release them all. Yep, must the age related. Quote
Uncle Leo Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Sorry to here that, hope you work this out, we will pray for you, I think you need the passion to throughly enjoy. Take a breather and good luck. Quote
tennwalkinghorse Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Sounds like you need a break. Like the man said its suppose to be fun. I got like that with Bow Hunting thats why I'm fishing now. But still like to hunt. Keep the faith if you really love it, the feeling will come back. Like Reel Mechanic said "at his pace now" Quote
ba7ss3in Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Fishing the same lakes and rivers burn me out some but I switch to saltwater for a couple of weeks. Then go back to freshwater. Good luck. Quote
Redtail Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Next time you're out in the boat. don't fish. Try a little Kayak Tippin instead. See how many you can tip over in an hour! Only Kiddin. Does sound like fun though! When I'm in my boat, I don't have a job, mortgage, wife, kids or any worries. It's the most relaxing thing I do. I don't fish tournaments and leave when I want. Even though the bite has tailed off some and the fish are a bit smaller, It's still great. I hope you get the feeling back - you will - time off should help! Can't stop thinkin bout that Kayak Tippin! Quote
CFFF 1.5 Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 I am semi burnt out now but still have the desire to fish but because it is the middle of the summer here in FL I only go about every other weekend. Taking my jon boat by myself is too much of a pain in the ***, so I don't do that very often any more. Just take a break for a couple of weeks and you'll have the itch again and it will be strong. I am already looking forward to fishing this coming weekend and it is only monday. Also as soon as the weather starts to cool down I'll be out every weekend again. The summer heat in FL is brutal. Quote
HOIST-N-HAWGS Posted July 14, 2008 Author Posted July 14, 2008 Thanks for all the advice and sincere wishes! I've been fishing for as long as I could walk and always loved it. Started fishing in clubs about 15 years ago and then took a break for about 2 to 3 years. Just go back into it last year and it quickly reminded my why I took such a long hiatus. Fishing was something I had a deep passion for but, the hectic shedule of T's and other club issues has tainted it for me. Last year I had said "no more clubs" just wish I had listened to myself. Like you all said it's time to get back to just having fun and enjoy on my own time when and where I want. I guess over endulgence of anything no matter how special can take away from it's alore Quote
=Matt 5.0= Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Went through the same thing with my Mustang. Was heavily involved in a club that Rick and I founded. Went to New England Dragway every weekend. Working at the race shop 100 hours a week, traveling the country with the Outlaw car...just got burnt out... it's easy to do. 8-) Quote
Masshole Mike Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 everyone gets burnt out, even if it's doing something you love. take some time off, relax, clear your head and the cycle will come full circle again and you'll be out on the water bombin' them bronzebacks in no time! Quote
Ballpark Frank Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 I usually hit burnout on Bass fishing around this time of year, but not fishing in general. Right now, I am catfishing more than anything. Catting is so different; laid back and slow. I take my daughters out for some bluegill alot too. On vacation, I hit the beach for some surf, jetty, and pier fishing. After those, fall is here and I am ready for bassin again. Quote
Super User Paul Roberts Posted July 14, 2008 Super User Posted July 14, 2008 Tournaments add a whole 'nother aspect to fishing. I don't tournament fish because I don't want to get into all the other things Ts bring to my fishing. For me, it's the fishing that's fun and interesting. Having a social side to fishing is nice -in proper doses. That's just me. Some guys just love the tournament side of it all. Quote
Super User Sam Posted July 14, 2008 Super User Posted July 14, 2008 Nope. But I must admit that I like fishing by myself more and more in lieu of fishing tournaments. I still love the fellowship of other fishing people and the beauty of nature so I will keep going out in the boat or on the bank. I caught 15 LMB the other day and left the pond as it was time to go home for dinner. Had I not had to go home I probably would have stayed and continued to catch the fish. Quote
HOIST-N-HAWGS Posted July 14, 2008 Author Posted July 14, 2008 I usually hit burnout on Bass fishing around this time of year, but not fishing in general. Right now, I am catfishing more than anything. Catting is so different; laid back and slow. I take my daughters out for some bluegill alot too. On vacation, I hit the beach for some surf, jetty, and pier fishing. After those, fall is here and I am ready for bassin again. Tracker is sold Back to the jon for fun and some leisure time on the water. What a feeling of relief it is just by selling it. Strange but true Hey Mike got any swimbait setups for sale? ;D Quote
Masshole Mike Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 haha! a couple hours sooner and.... hey, i'll be a nice guy paul, seeing as you let me fish from the tracker and DIDN'T try to gimme a hair cut like kuma's.... i'll let you watch me catch all the hawgs next time we fish together! haha ;D 8-) Quote
Jeff C. Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Bomber, take some time off and relax.. Mike,,, do not let this happen to you my pal.. I am just getting your test box ready !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 8-) hope to ship wednesday,,, Jeff Quote
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