best method to hold on to a Striped Bass in order to revive it?

[striper97]

suggestions?

[CindyLou]

I've always gone with a firm grip around/just in front of the caudal (rear) fin, and a light cradle under the belly. Move forward and backward gently to push water through the gills. When the dorsal perks up they are gaining strength and almost ready to go. I usually try to hold on until they slip out and then I know they are strong enough.

[Door#3]

Originally Posted by CindyLou

I've always gone with a firm grip around/just in front of the caudal (rear) fin, and a light cradle under the belly. Move forward and backward gently to push water through the gills. When the dorsal perks up they are gaining strength and almost ready to go. I usually try to hold on until they slip out and then I know they are strong enough.

Same here.

[happyjack92]

X3...and wear wetted cotton gloves so you don't take off too much slime...

[Keith B]

With butter, lemon, and crabmeat(blue crab) stuffing. Wrap in tin foil and grill!!
Works every time

[fisheye48]

Originally Posted by CindyLou

I've always gone with a firm grip around/just in front of the caudal (rear) fin, and a light cradle under the belly. Move forward and backward gently to push water through the gills. When the dorsal perks up they are gaining strength and almost ready to go. I usually try to hold on until they slip out and then I know they are strong enough.

doesnt forcing water backwards over the gills basically drown the fish? i was always taught to hold it by the tail and move fish side to side in swimming motion to stimulate fish to swim and breathe

[One4Water]

Originally Posted by Keith B

With butter, lemon, and crabmeat(blue crab) stuffing. Wrap in tin foil and grill!!
Works every time

x2

[yyukon]

i do the same as ''cindylou''