5. Unhooking and returning fish to the water

Things to remember

• Use a disgorger when a fish is deeply hooked.

• Always handle fish gently and carefully.

• Return all fish to the water.
  
  
• Stay safe. It’s safer to fish as part of a group, and children must always have the permission of a parent or guardian.
  
  
• Before you go fishing you need a rod licence if you are 12 years of age or older. You also need permission from the fishery owner/angling club.