Venturer

<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">I understand the rules for bottom fishing require steel circle hooks, a de-hooking device and a venting tool.<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-comfficeffice" /><o></o><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">I am looking for advice on what and where to get a de-hooking device and venting tool. Also, looking for some information on how to properly vent a snapper?<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><o></o><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Thanks Guys

brnbser

here's a thread that currently going about the topic.......

http://orangebeachfishingforum.com/f...1.aspx#bm62219

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spearfisher

good luck finding anything that matches the definition of a dehooking device as defined by the FWC. <P class=Body>"At least one dehooking device is required as well and must be used to remove hooks embedded in Gulf reef fish with minimum damage. The dehooking device must be constructed to allow the hook to be secured and the barb shielded without re-engaging during the removal process. It must be blunt and all edges rounded, and it must be of a size appropriate to secure the range of hook sizes and styles used in the Gulf reef fish fishery."<P class=Body>The full text of the new rules can be found here: http://myfwc.com/whatsnew/08/statewi...napperRegs.htm<P class=Body>

Tuna Man

<P class=Body>Being as ambiguous as written, ever think it was done on purpose as to cut out Red Snapper...reef fishing.:banghead:banghead:banghead<P class=Body>One would think with a statement as ambiguous as it iswritten (to me anyways)they would explain as to exactly what they want. They sure in the hell advertise boats on their web site you'd think they would post a picture of approved type de-hooker.

ironman172

http://www.dehooker4arc.com/saltwateroffshoreI saw this on the saltwater show that Capt. Norm Isaac on....it looked pretty good and simple.I guess Guy Harvey endorses it too!

also has a venting tool too.:clap....hope this helps...:letsdrink

http://www.dehooker4arc.com/index.cfm

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P-cola_Native

But does it fit the FWC's description? I'm confused about the whole shielding the barb of the hook part.

First Catch

[quote]ironman172 (2/14/2008)http://www.dehooker4arc.com/saltwateroffshoreI saw this on the saltwater show that Capt. Norm Isaac on....it looked pretty good and simple.I guess Guy Harvey endorses it too!

also has a venting tool too.:clap....hope this helps...:letsdrink

http://www.dehooker4arc.com/index.cfm[/quote]



If you watch the video, it does show how it shields the hook from penetrating again. I'm assuming it works...

Captain Woody Woods

we use a hyperdermic needle, or simply one used for the cajun food injector, and insert it at a 45 degree angle behind the pectoral fin. just depends on the species. gently squeeze to facilitate the deflation process, and drive fish headfirst down into the depths. relatively simple procedure, just gotta know your fish's internal anatomy

Ocean Man

The bad thing is the damage has already been done. By venting them all you are doing is helping them sink.:boo:boo

Venturer

Thanks all for the info. Looks like the ARC dehooker and a cajun butter injector for me.