Hibiki Fishing: Impromptu Haruan Hunt at Mikko's Play-pond [2-17-2010]

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Impromptu Haruan Hunt at Mikko's Play-pond [2-17-2010]

I left the office early after lunch. I was planning to work from home but I remembered Mikko and the other guys are planning to visit the Mikko's play pond. I got an SMS from Mikko who was on his way to the pond. The itch was unbearable so as soon as got back home, I changed and picked up a BC combo with some lures and other small accessories.

I arrived at the pond at around 3:30pm and Mikko has started casting. I geared up and casted as well. Mikko got the first blood and landed a nice sized Haruan. After a few minutes, Bong arrived.

It was my first time at the pond and also the first time I used my custom made rod --- my very first DIY rod. I can't deny it. IT was a welcome impromptu fishing trip. Short but sweet. Lots of strikes and landed fish.

Mikko's pond is a tribute to the principle of Catch and release. There were lots of Haruans and lots of missed strikes as well.

At the first photo ops, we were able to land 6 nice sized Haruans. By 5:30pm, we landed 8 total.

The rod did not disappoint as well. It landed 4 on its first day on the water. :D

Bong in action. Showing us mortals how it is done :clap:

The first batch of catch. 6 nice sized haruans.

After the pic, I caught another one.

And another :D

After all of us marvelled at the catch and the fight, we did what had to be done and released every fish we caught. Mikko releasing the catch.

Until the next trip, they should be smarter and BIGGER! :mrgreen:

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My Version of *Inland Fishing

My fishing outings are relatively limited. Due to resource and time constraints, I mostly fish the inland waters of Luzon, Philippines. Lately, I spend a lot of time fishing places near or around Metro Manila --- the smog-covered capital of the Philippines.

Among the freshwater species that I normally seek are Apahap (Barramundi), Haruan (Snakehead), Toman (Giant Snakehead), Bangus (Milkfish), Tilapia, and Catfish. In the near future, I would like to target Largemouth Bass, Carp, Pacu, and Mekong Catfish.

I also go for saltwater species whenever there's an opportunity. There are a wide variety of salt-water fishes that can be caught around the area but I mostly target Jacks, Snappers, Groupers, and Barracudas from shore, pier, and lately from a Kayak.

Selective Catching and Releasing

What is Catch and Release and why catch and release?

Selective CnR (Catch and Release) is the logical thing to do as recreational anglers. I like to believe that I am an angler and not a fisherman. Fishing for me is catching and enjoying the fight. Whenever possible, I try to release juvenile and breeding adults. I only keep my catch only when it is seriously injured or when it is an introduced or farmed specie. In some cases, I do take home a few for personal consumption.

Because by doing so, I may be able to help preserve our native freshwater fish species and give small fishes a chance to grow and reproduce. Hopefully, by practicing selective C&R, even if the impact is so small, I may be able to fish and catch something for a little while longer.