Unhooking Pike/Musky

1).Handle All Pike/Musky With The Most Care That You Can. On Land Lay The Pike/Musky In The Landing Net, Grass Or An Unhooking Mat. Never Lay A Pike/Musky On Uncovered Hard Ground Or Gravel Or Any Abrasive Ground That Could Damage The Fish. When Boat Fishing Always Take Carpet Underlay, Foam Rubber Sheet Or An Unhooking Mat Or Fish Sling To Cover The Bottom Of The Boat. Also Prevent The Pike From Jumping Around When It Might Damage Itself, Especially The Eyes, By Holding It Firmly Against The Padding Or Firmly In The Sling.

2),Never Use A Pike Gag (Or Jaw Spreader) When Unhooking The Fish, Use The Forceps And Hand Technique. Laying The Pike/Musky On Its Back And, Firmly Holding Open Its Jaw (By Sliding Fingers Inserted Under The Gill Cover, Avoiding The Gill Rakers) With One Hand In Order To Open The Pike/Musky's Mouth So You Can Remove The Hooks With The Other. At All Times Make Sure The Fish Is Held Firmly So Damage Is Not Done To The Fish Or Your Fingers While In It's Mouth.