Myths and Truths of Proper Fish Care with a Fish Biologist!

Send us a text Are you accidentally killing the fish you catch? In this episode, we sit down with legendary Pro Angler Gary Klein and a Fisheries Biologist professor from the University of Illinois to reveal the hard truth about fish care. We dive deep into the science of catch and release, exposing common "conservation" myths that anglers believe are helpful but are actually hurting the fish. From the proper way to handle slime coats to the debate on fizzing and livewell additives, we cover the biology behind keeping bass alive. Whether you are a tournament angler trying to avoid penalties or a recreational fisherman who wants to preserve the resource, this conversation will change the way you handle fish forever 📌 Important Links: Cory's Email: suski@illinois.edu 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO 📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing partners: • Amped Outdoors Lithium Batteries (https://ampedoutdoors.com/) • RecLending (https://www.reclending.com/): Looking to buy a boat or RV? Or already do and want to pay less money? Reach out to RecLending for help! • Omnia Fishing: Use code "SERIOUS10" for 10% off your entire order at https://omnia.direct/SAOmnia • Looking for a forward-facing sonar mount for your boat or kayak? Shop the best at Sniper Marine (https://snipermarine.com/) • Click this link to get 20% off Hobie Eyewear sunglasses: https://alnk.to/7foMV1r • Use code "seriousangler10" to save 10% at RoadActive Suspension (https://activesuspension.com/?rfsn=8312871.e9ba24&utm_source=Refersion&utm_campaign=seriousangler) • Looking to get fit, be healthy, and get some direction on how to do so? Click here and use code "SERIOUS10" for 10% off the program: https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 Connect with us: 📱 Follow us on Instagram: @seriousangler 🐦 Tweet us at: @SeriousAngler 📘 Like us on Facebook: Serious Angler Podcast Network 📷 Check out our TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seriousangler 🌐 Join Us on Discord: https://discord.gg/2Z6YQSWE 🗞️ Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/pages/contact For inquiries, email us at: theseriousangler@gmail.com 📌 Listen to more shows on the Serious Angler Podcast Network: Serious Angler Podcast 🔊 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/serious-angler-bass-fishing-podcast/id1481348744 🔊 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0YM9ZUVNL9NRT4aUmKe4m4?si=e4507da9ef8e43f9 Lure Lab Fishing Tackle Podcast 🔊 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lure-lab-fishing-tackle-podcast/id1647356424 🔊 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/492TVeCHB214CzMUg1NHwX?si=d598629bef024663 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9v-l3kxscyEo1VaR496YuA 📌 Sign up for our weekly newsletter and check out our apparel and gear at: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ #BassFishing #FishingPodcast #FishingTips Support the show