Why do we fish?
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Degree of Freedom
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Nice post, thanks! 
Couldn't agree more.
Couldn't agree more.
NautiGirl
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Many reasons: To enjoy this paradise we call the BC outdoors, the comraderie with fishing partners, the solitude of going alone, the anticipation of the catch, the challenge of learning how/why/where/when/what the fish are up to, the pride of having your boat and tackle dialled in and performing well as a system with you and your fishing partner. Al that and it beats going to work or weeding the garden.
Gear'n'beer!
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Wow! how to answer that.....almost impossible reallya few biggies for me are Nature, teaching my kids and being taught by them, being on the water and the hunt. I love to explain the conservation of our fishery to non angler friends and explaining where some of your food comes from and to make wise decisions.
Good times with my Kids is way up there for me
medherring
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I remember reading a study done in the US back when I was in University. The number 2 favourite past time behind spending time with family was fishing. It made so much sense to me thinking about all those days spent trout fishing with my dad growing up. Everyone can do it, kids, adults, men, women. This sport, pastime, passion, addiction (to me) encompasses so many things, action, excitement, outdoors, family, friends, stories to tell for years. Never owned a Nintendo growing up and I don't know one person who tells a story about a video game from 10 years ago. But every one has a "the one that got away" story.
ComfortZone
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like others have mentioned, the list is almost endless, my top reasons would be time w/ friends/family, the hunt, preperation, solitude, scenery, best way to enjoy our back yard, and basically all the stories and memories that come along with this hobby...
one of the big reasons for me is the adrenelin rush I get when that reel starts screaming, the thrill up to the point of boating it, then the big wave of relief and satisfation when it is in the box!!...I still get as excited today as I did my first salmon off WCVI at 5 years old!!! lol...and I hope that feeling never fades
one of the big reasons for me is the adrenelin rush I get when that reel starts screaming, the thrill up to the point of boating it, then the big wave of relief and satisfation when it is in the box!!...I still get as excited today as I did my first salmon off WCVI at 5 years old!!! lol...and I hope that feeling never fades
salty-dog
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I was raised in the salt on the right coast. Spending time on white sandy beaches, watching bikini's, butts, boobs was the pasttime there. Never really thought about fishing at that time-- too many other great things for a young kid to watch laying out under the sun.
Then, one day, I see someone real in a fish out of the waves. Been washing bait ever since.And, still able to enjoy the view.
Its no secret I don't really eat much fish, though. I don't like fighting all those bones so any other seafood is good, but I love shark {no bones}.
I made a hobby, then a sideline, and now a business. I fish for expirimenting and testing theory most of the time. But, for every day I am testing something, I try to balance it with a day fishing with my daughter- even if she goes on testing trips.
That's it: testing and time with her. You know what they say: "if you have a job you love, you'll never work again" What's better than time with the kid while "not" working??
Then, one day, I see someone real in a fish out of the waves. Been washing bait ever since.And, still able to enjoy the view.
Its no secret I don't really eat much fish, though. I don't like fighting all those bones so any other seafood is good, but I love shark {no bones}.
I made a hobby, then a sideline, and now a business. I fish for expirimenting and testing theory most of the time. But, for every day I am testing something, I try to balance it with a day fishing with my daughter- even if she goes on testing trips.
That's it: testing and time with her. You know what they say: "if you have a job you love, you'll never work again" What's better than time with the kid while "not" working??
blackvelvet
Member
I always tell people it's not just a fishing trip or a boat ride..........I call it "collecting my sanity".........were it not for fishing I'd most likely be in a padded cell somewhere.
fshnfnatic
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Have had the priveledge of being born and raised here on Vancouver Island when the fishing was still relatively unspoiled.
It was simply a no brainer to pick up a fishing rod at the age of 6. Being raised in the small town of Mesachie Lake gave
me the option of fishing Bear,Mesachie,or Cowichan lakes,all within a 5-15 min. bike ride from my front door,and I took
full advantage of it. Every day was an adventure,and you never knew what you would tie into. The lakes were teeming
with monster Rainbow, Cutthrout,and Dolly Vardens,and it was a common occurence to catch and release 20-30 fish a
day,some well over 5 lbs.I would invariablly come home with the biggest smile on my face, and tell my
dad and mom tales of" the big one that got away",or show them the one that didn't! It's the memories of these early years of my life that has kept the excitement of fishing alive
for me. Whenever I hook into one,like jumping into a time machine,I instantly become that little boy again,with the
thrill that only a child can experience. It has kept me young at heart all these years,and it never gets dull.
It was simply a no brainer to pick up a fishing rod at the age of 6. Being raised in the small town of Mesachie Lake gave
me the option of fishing Bear,Mesachie,or Cowichan lakes,all within a 5-15 min. bike ride from my front door,and I took
full advantage of it. Every day was an adventure,and you never knew what you would tie into. The lakes were teeming
with monster Rainbow, Cutthrout,and Dolly Vardens,and it was a common occurence to catch and release 20-30 fish a
day,some well over 5 lbs.I would invariablly come home with the biggest smile on my face, and tell my
dad and mom tales of" the big one that got away",or show them the one that didn't! It's the memories of these early years of my life that has kept the excitement of fishing alive
for me. Whenever I hook into one,like jumping into a time machine,I instantly become that little boy again,with the
thrill that only a child can experience. It has kept me young at heart all these years,and it never gets dull.
Englishman
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There is a professional psychologist down in Spokane, Washington called Dr. Paul Quinnett who has written a book devoted to the psychology of fishing. It is called "Pavlov's Trout". He is a mad keen fishermen himself; this is a book for fisherman not academics. But he is convinced fishing is good for his "psyche" and would be very good for others too.
He has written a couple of follow up books, including "Darwin's Bass" and "Fishing Lessons" which extoll the same theme. For the sake of your mental health, fish often!!
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jeffywestcoast
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Just like Seafever said, the first time you have your line peel out and your big spring is on..from then on your "hooked" No other feeling quite like it, it's not about the food or the catch, it's about being in an Environment you love, leaving the stress of the real world on shore and just getting away. Seems to me that once on the ocean it's all about goodtimes, even though i have had some bad luck with traps n nets this season it doesn't matter because in my opinion once i am rounding newcastle heading out fishing i have already won.
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