Great advice! My PFD has a Whistle, Signal mirror, Insect repellent, Sun screen, Waterproof matches, Waterproof light and Knife (+car keys for when you get back) at all times in case I fall out and become stranded.
Aspirin. I have this with me no matter what. Hiking, biking, picnicking, concert going, etc... Nothing worse then getting a headache and not having any aspirin with you.
I like the rescue step. I don't have the upper body strength to hoist myself up, to self rescue. I've practiced with it and it is great for righting an upside down kayak and getting back in. I haven't had to use it in the real world luckily, but if I do I'm ready
Another good suggestion I have seen is to use frozen water bottles to cool your fishbag. They last a long time and in an emergency you can drink them. Great video!
If you sacrifice the drinking aspect you can add salt to the bottles and label them "not for drinking" it makes the ice melt at a higher temp. Then i take a life water straw. It weighs less and lasts longer than a bottle
I would recommend a handheld floating VHF radio to contact the Coast Guard, a whistle or audible signaling device, and a signal mirror. All three I wear on me when fishing off-shore.
Throw in 2 or 3 MRE's. Plenty of calories there in case you get stranded. Also, a compass if fog rolls in or there's an electrical storm overhead playing hell with your GPS. Had it happen in the desert.
Great video I’m disabled yes I’m a kayak fisherman that’s disabled I try not to let my disability get in the way. I wasn’t sure I would be able to renter my kayak from the water. The rescue step is probably going to fix that. THANKS 🙏🎣🎣🎣
Good stuff. I keep the super glue, a small roll of duct tape on a match stick, an eyeglass repair kit, and chapstick in the first aid kit. Also, in addition to the standard Steri-Srips, I keep a roll of the Nexcare skin tape in the first aid kit. In the wettest and dirtiest conditions it will stick to itself and can be used to wrap a bleeding wound to apply pressure and to allow clotting. Lastly, in the contact lenses aisle you can get these little soft plastic tubes of sterile water, you just cut it or bite the end off and you have a couple of oz of clean sterile water to rinse an eye wound. Great video. I add a compass and a compact down jacket and Cliff Bars to my dry bag, but I'm also a backpacker as well as a kayak fisherman, so it's pretty universally standard for trips is each type.
Looks silly as Hell, but I have a skate boarder's helmet that I velcro a small camping LED lantern on top of. When wearing it at night, it makes me into a 360 degree around light, so I am legal. Plus, by simply tilting my head down, it lights up my lap, and the front of the boat. Works very well.
I fix a moderate-priced compass to each kayak. Out of land site? In fog? Raining too hard to see the shore? Knowing which direction it is can be important.
Great video! I am a river guide as well. In my home state we are required to keep a safety whistle on our kayaks. Additionally, you need an invasive species annual tag (for kayaks 10' +), and if you are kayak fishing you need to keep your fishing license on you as well. Finally I would suggest keeping a dry set of clothes in your car so you have a set of dry clothing waiting for you as soon as you get off the water.
Good idea to bring a Sawyer squeeze water filter (long trips or areas where getting lost is possible. Energy gel or high carb dry food in small packages.
Some great ideas. I've been boating and fishing for years and never approach the water without a safety cord attached to my glasses, easier than replacement !
Good video !!! I fish in the bays along the northwestern part of the Gulf. Some items I always have is sunscreen, meat tenderizer for jellyfish stings, aspirin or Tylenol, triple antibiotic ointment tweezers, and homemade alcohol wipes.
Very informative video, Jim! Forgot about the superglue/wound trick. When I played guitar, there were times I had to glue up cut or peeled skin on my fretting findertips, before a night of playing a live show. Just don't use any spray hardener accelerant. I did that once and it got under the glue into my cut! Nothing like your finger feeling like it's been torn apart from within!!
Great video my man, really helped me with a few things to say the least! However, you need to do something with paracord mess you've got there. Grab a paracord spool tool, call it a day bro. Holds 100ft of 550, includes a razor blade cutter & spot to hold a small bic lighter used to seal the ends of the cord....
Good point on small bolt cutters or at minimum some heavy linemens pliers. You don't want to think about how you'd end up if you needed them but didn't have them.
Excellent video, to the point, no shaky camera. Other good suggestions from viewers (extra hat, duct tape, whistle, eyeglass repair kit, emergency poncho, meds for headaches/pain, laminated copy of fishing license).
Wow, you surprised me, you named those tools properly. I don’t think everyone knows what a “leatherman’s” is? Great video! I will carry some those items in my kayak, thanks. I know you made this over 2 years ago, your ideas are still good.
In addition to the standard first-aid kit, I carry a few oversized, heavy-duty waterproof bandages. They close and protect wounds, of course, but you can also use one if you feel a hand blister coming on. They stick like crazy and will stay on for a few days if need be.
Thanks, Lots of good suggestions. How about emergency sealant for the kayak such as duct tape, a PLB and other forms of SOS -- probably covered in another video, Thanks.
Also, there are headlamps with a flashing SOS function built in, I'm not sure if Princeton Tec have them. But PT have a lifetime warranty and are made in USA so I have several.
dry bag additions ...toilet paper, wash cloth, eye wash, bug repellent ,sun block ,signal mirror ,good whistle compass ...actually attach the mirror, whistle, compass to your pfd or around your neck
Good video. Items to add. Mask for CPR, fire starter or lighter, space blanket, small plastic flask or bottle of vodka. It works as disinfectant. It helps cut the pain on someone injured. Just give them a shot or two. Tell people to make sure their knives need to be razor sharp.
Very thoughtful review. I've been trying to envision a scenario where a bilge pump would do me any good in my Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL. I guess if the hull cracked I MIGHT be able to access the hull and pump it out. It would take a helluva impact to puncture it, but anything's possible.
Great tips. At least it gets people thinking about safety. I usually carry a non-clear lightweight pancho just in case I have to take a pee into my Hobie mirage drive hole. It will keep you from getting reported.
Put in some Wysi-wipes, in a waterproof match case. Pull one quarter-sized tablet out, put it in a handful of water, and it unfolds into a good sized towel. Many uses...wipe the Northern Pike slime off of your hands..or wipe the sweat and sunscreen off. Need to sneak off into the bush....take a water bottle and a Wysi-wipe.
How about a whistle, I have a knife ready to use around my life jacket (i ran into a snake that had a head bigger than my hand and made me feel like bait), machete, water, and a big sombrero.
The pelican case is probably best choice for pistol. Your ammo can be semi water proofed by putting an actual product calledprimer sealer. Can be picked up anywhere reloading items are sold. Another just as good is plain finger nail polish. Either just a light coat around primer and where bullet enters the case. Will be as water proof as You Can make it and will not affect firing or accuracy.
Andrew Glass if you're ever stuck out there and you happen to come across a big bull Gator that wants to get a little frisky with you or you have to go ashore and you come across a big wild hog or bear depending on where you are in the country. You're going to wish you had a little extra firepower that a 9 mil won't provide. Just saying
Just doing it. No. Shot placement is far more important than caliber. In any of the aforementioned scenarios a handgun is not the firearm you want anyway
Just doing it. Ahhh yes the M 17. I have one. It’s my understanding that the military went with the M17 because of accuracy and the modular capabilities not caliber ( although I am aware that sf is using 45 acp and 357). Either way I think we are drifting off the point. My point is that any time there is talk of handguns there is always a handful of people who will jump on those who don’t carry 45s. I don’t disagree with the effectivity of the caliber. I do, however, disagree with the notion that 45 is the only effective caliber in any of your hypothetical scenarios. Especially the bull gator scenario.
Ditch the water bottles and get a camelbak, no empty plastic bottles to deal with and keeps water cool a long time and if need be can be inflated for extra flotation. and you should also carry a weapon.
I tried to light a small fire in mine to keep warm whilst fishing but it burnt a small hole and I sunk so I always remember that sometimes you can’t always have your kayak and heat it!
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Paddle? No. Pump; yes. Extra clothes; yes. Extra rag; no, glasses; yes. Extra what? No cut away tool? No knife; yes. Spare lights; yes. Water; yes. Cordage; yes. Super glue; yeah. Rescue step; yes. Sloppy rope; no. Heavy pliers; no. Knife; yes blunt end; no. First aid; yes yes yes. Stop bleed powder. A frickin VHF radio. First aid skills. Know where you are, know your limitations and experience level, know the hazards and probable wet conditions, dress for submersion on every single trip. Try to know the skill level,of those with you and about any health issues. Kayaking at sea or any open water including lakes; is not a novice activity. If alone; leave a trip plan or activity plan and include an outside time to alert assistances. Again; have a VHF radio. Know your tides and forecasted weather. It’s better to sleep on an unfamiliar beach than trying to navigate in the dark. Have a cell phone or VHF RADIO to notify anyone of your change of plan. This is all; IN CASE OF became they are actually high probabilities. Education; proactive planning will mitigate 90% of all serious developments or accidents.
I take issue with suggesting rope on a kayak... There's nothing wrong with rope, except that it ceases to be rope when you put it on a kayak... There's NO ROPE ON A BOAT! It's called "Line"... Just like your left becomes "port", right becomes "starboard", front becomes "fore", back becomes "aft", and rope becomes "line". At least pretend like you've been on a boat before!
@@shawnpepin7890 Catching fish is not a problem. I catch 25-35 in 2-3 hours (on my local lake). They include an occasional largemouth bass, saugeye, crappie or catfish but mostly warmouths, bluegills, sunfish and various other small panfish. Then, it's time for lunch in the shade. My favorite part is the smokable dessert. Then I just float around the lake (yes, it has a current) enjoying the scenery and getting primed for the ride home. Ha! All the while I am jamming to Doc Watson, Townes Van Zant, John Prine, Tom T Hall, Ray Wylie Hubbard and my usual steady diet of various other Kentucky artists. Lately, I've been night kayaking the Ohio River with my Bigfish 105. Ain't been much catching done but a good buzz and the Persied Meteor showers have kinda been making up for it. Screw that puff, puff, pass shit, tho. Smoke 'em if you gottem!
Hey Jim, a whistle or air horn are always good to have. As well as a light, matches, or fire starting tool.
Great advice! My PFD has a Whistle, Signal mirror, Insect repellent, Sun screen, Waterproof matches, Waterproof light and Knife (+car keys for when you get back) at all times in case I fall out and become stranded.
Carry a fire starter, matches, small backpack tent or tarp and mountain house meals all this just in case you get stranded overnight
I have a edc survival kit in altoid tin can, along with tarp and emergency tent in backpack
Aspirin. I have this with me no matter what. Hiking, biking, picnicking, concert going, etc... Nothing worse then getting a headache and not having any aspirin with you.
I like the rescue step. I don't have the upper body strength to hoist myself up, to self rescue. I've practiced with it and it is great for righting an upside down kayak and getting back in. I haven't had to use it in the real world luckily, but if I do I'm ready
Another good suggestion I have seen is to use frozen water bottles to cool your fishbag. They last a long time and in an emergency you can drink them. Great video!
Agree........Small frozen water bottles are my ice cubes for the fish bag. Unfortunately the one time I really needed them, I forgot I had them :(
If you sacrifice the drinking aspect you can add salt to the bottles and label them "not for drinking" it makes the ice melt at a higher temp. Then i take a life water straw. It weighs less and lasts longer than a bottle
I would recommend a handheld floating VHF radio to contact the Coast Guard, a whistle or audible signaling device, and a signal mirror. All three I wear on me when fishing off-shore.
Brad Hall I'm a beginner and reading the comments hoping someone mentioned a whistle. 10-4
Whistle for sure. Good advice
Throw in 2 or 3 MRE's. Plenty of calories there in case you get stranded. Also, a compass if fog rolls in or there's an electrical storm overhead playing hell with your GPS. Had it happen in the desert.
Great video I’m disabled yes I’m a kayak fisherman that’s disabled I try not to let my disability get in the way. I wasn’t sure I would be able to renter my kayak from the water. The rescue step is probably going to fix that.
THANKS 🙏🎣🎣🎣
Rome Branson I am a new to the sport disabled kayak fisher woman.
I just watched the videos for Rescue Step. What a great idea!
Good stuff. I keep the super glue, a small roll of duct tape on a match stick, an eyeglass repair kit, and chapstick in the first aid kit. Also, in addition to the standard Steri-Srips, I keep a roll of the Nexcare skin tape in the first aid kit. In the wettest and dirtiest conditions it will stick to itself and can be used to wrap a bleeding wound to apply pressure and to allow clotting. Lastly, in the contact lenses aisle you can get these little soft plastic tubes of sterile water, you just cut it or bite the end off and you have a couple of oz of clean sterile water to rinse an eye wound.
Great video. I add a compass and a compact down jacket and Cliff Bars to my dry bag, but I'm also a backpacker as well as a kayak fisherman, so it's pretty universally standard for trips is each type.
Hey Jim: I always carry a spare box of granola bars (they have good wrappers and good shelf life)
Looks silly as Hell, but I have a skate boarder's helmet that I velcro a small camping LED lantern on top of. When wearing it at night, it makes me into a 360 degree around light, so I am legal. Plus, by simply tilting my head down, it lights up my lap, and the front of the boat. Works very well.
Rusty Keller good stuff
These LED lanterns have to be one of the best inventions recently! Seems silly, but they are good for so many things!
😂
I fix a moderate-priced compass to each kayak. Out of land site? In fog? Raining too hard to see the shore? Knowing which direction it is can be important.
Great idea. Thanks for posting.
Great video! I am a river guide as well. In my home state we are required to keep a safety whistle on our kayaks. Additionally, you need an invasive species annual tag (for kayaks 10' +), and if you are kayak fishing you need to keep your fishing license on you as well.
Finally I would suggest keeping a dry set of clothes in your car so you have a set of dry clothing waiting for you as soon as you get off the water.
Good idea to bring a Sawyer squeeze water filter (long trips or areas where getting lost is possible. Energy gel or high carb dry food in small packages.
Some great ideas. I've been boating and fishing for years and never approach the water without a safety cord attached to my glasses, easier than replacement !
Good video !!! I fish in the bays along the northwestern part of the Gulf. Some items I always have is sunscreen, meat tenderizer for jellyfish stings, aspirin or Tylenol, triple antibiotic ointment tweezers, and homemade alcohol wipes.
Very informative video, Jim! Forgot about the superglue/wound trick. When I played guitar, there were times I had to glue up cut or peeled skin on my fretting findertips, before a night of playing a live show. Just don't use any spray hardener accelerant. I did that once and it got under the glue into my cut! Nothing like your finger feeling like it's been torn apart from within!!
A bit late but the accelerator is not a good move, I had a similar experience as it tore apart my finger lmao
Acelloator is basically pure chlorine, so yeah, ouch
Doesn't baking soda work as an accelerant?
Great video my man, really helped me with a few things to say the least! However, you need to do something with paracord mess you've got there. Grab a paracord spool tool, call it a day bro. Holds 100ft of 550, includes a razor blade cutter & spot to hold a small bic lighter used to seal the ends of the cord....
Absolutely love the idea of a rescue step great advise 👍🏼
Good point on small bolt cutters or at minimum some heavy linemens pliers. You don't want to think about how you'd end up if you needed them but didn't have them.
Excellent video, to the point, no shaky camera. Other good suggestions from viewers (extra hat, duct tape, whistle, eyeglass repair kit, emergency poncho, meds for headaches/pain, laminated copy of fishing license).
Wow, you surprised me, you named those tools properly. I don’t think everyone knows what a “leatherman’s” is? Great video! I will carry some those items in my kayak, thanks. I know you made this over 2 years ago, your ideas are still good.
In addition to the standard first-aid kit, I carry a few oversized, heavy-duty waterproof bandages. They close and protect wounds, of course, but you can also use one if you feel a hand blister coming on. They stick like crazy and will stay on for a few days if need be.
Thanks, Lots of good suggestions. How about emergency sealant for the kayak such as duct tape, a PLB and other forms of SOS -- probably covered in another video, Thanks.
Butter fly stitches, excellent video!
Also, there are headlamps with a flashing SOS function built in, I'm not sure if Princeton Tec have them. But PT have a lifetime warranty and are made in USA so I have several.
dry bag additions ...toilet paper, wash cloth, eye wash, bug repellent ,sun block ,signal mirror ,good whistle compass ...actually attach the mirror, whistle, compass to your pfd or around your neck
Thasnk you so much for sharing. very helpful.
Excellent video and good contents.
I may add whistle and small mirror are crucial for distress situations.
Great Video, made me a shopping list! Thanks
As Les Stroudt says on survivor man....better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it!
Good video. Items to add. Mask for CPR, fire starter or lighter, space blanket, small plastic flask or bottle of vodka. It works as disinfectant. It helps cut the pain on someone injured. Just give them a shot or two. Tell people to make sure their knives need to be razor sharp.
Very thoughtful review. I've been trying to envision a scenario where a bilge pump would do me any good in my Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL. I guess if the hull cracked I MIGHT be able to access the hull and pump it out. It would take a helluva impact to puncture it, but anything's possible.
Great tips. At least it gets people thinking about safety. I usually carry a non-clear lightweight pancho just in case I have to take a pee into my Hobie mirage drive hole. It will keep you from getting reported.
Great tip.
I carry a lightning detector and emergency strobe plus most of what you mentioned.
Lightning Detector ? Definitely a good consideration for Florida, Thanks. I also carry a SOS Distress Light Electronic Flare with Distress Flag.
A rescue throw bag... always behind my seat
Awesome tips. Need to add some of these items
Extra sunblock.... cuz it wears off you know!!!
Wonderful video thanks for sharing I just bought my first kayak and want to keep my passengers safe. Cheers Jeff
Thanks for sharing Jim , great video and very informative.Thanks.
Put in some Wysi-wipes, in a waterproof match case. Pull one quarter-sized tablet out, put it in a handful of water, and it unfolds into a good sized towel. Many uses...wipe the Northern Pike slime off of your hands..or wipe the sweat and sunscreen off. Need to sneak off into the bush....take a water bottle and a Wysi-wipe.
I would upgrade those lineman pliers to a pair of knipex mini bolt cutters and add a water proof first aid kit by surviveware I keep that on my kayak
I appreciate this video. Thank you!
Great video! Several ideas I hadn't thought of.
How about a whistle, I have a knife ready to use around my life jacket (i ran into a snake that had a head bigger than my hand and made me feel like bait), machete, water, and a big sombrero.
And pistol in waterproof case
Great job! I might add 2 emergency blankets. Know of any waterproof holsters for a pistol, or ammunition waterproofing techniques?
probably the best thing for that would be a small pelican case
The pelican case is probably best choice for pistol. Your ammo can be semi water proofed by putting an actual product calledprimer sealer. Can be picked up anywhere reloading items are sold. Another just as good is plain finger nail polish.
Either just a light coat around primer and where bullet enters the case. Will be as water proof as You Can make it and will not affect firing or accuracy.
Fantastic video
Add marine whistle
Simple and practical! ...for the guys going on the open ocean, a flare (gun) should be part of the survival kit
Great information.
Thanks Jim, some good tips there
I got a 12g shark repellent
Great tips!
Good info, thanks
My 4-year-old daughter says you should carry food. ;-)
I worry about water moccasin snakes getting into my kayak! I see them all the time when I’m out!
Ben Spence 9mm hand gun
Use the handy dandy long stick to pick them up and get them out.
Smith & Wesson Governor. 3 - 45’s for the gators and 3 - 410’s for the snakes.
Thanks it was great
Great video! Great ideas!
Some sort of food and a small lighter (bic) with duck tape wrapped around it.
How about clothing for different seasons.
Good advise
Great video Jim, I was trying to Google the cutaway tool but cannot find one. Do you have any specific information about them?
shawnu22 I don’t recall the model but it is made by Benchmade
Here it is www.benchmade.com/9-cb-hook.html
Thank you for looking into that.
Its called a knife 🤣🤣
I like that cut away tool you have in this video. Can someone tell me exactly what that's called or where I can find one.
usa.palmettostatearmory.com/benchmade-9-cb-safety-cutter-9cb-yel.html?gclid=CjwKCAjw-6bWBRBiEiwA_K1ZDZryWnBa0C9VNVhgh28KdojCsr-6RaTM5NEDybS2XSiSyD8C_ntglxoCydcQAvD_BwE
Where did you get that cut away tool and what is a proper name to search for?
It’s is from Benchmade it is a hook knife or cut away tool. I don’t recall the name of this specific model.
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I've just brought myself my first marine VHF radio as I've just got licensed to use VHF marine radios.
how abot a 9mm never know
.45
Why is it any time someone mentions a handgun there’s always a couple of twits who have to sound off about their .45?
Andrew Glass if you're ever stuck out there and you happen to come across a big bull Gator that wants to get a little frisky with you or you have to go ashore and you come across a big wild hog or bear depending on where you are in the country. You're going to wish you had a little extra firepower that a 9 mil won't provide. Just saying
Just doing it. No. Shot placement is far more important than caliber. In any of the aforementioned scenarios a handgun is not the firearm you want anyway
Just doing it. Ahhh yes the M 17. I have one. It’s my understanding that the military went with the M17 because of accuracy and the modular capabilities not caliber ( although I am aware that sf is using 45 acp and 357). Either way I think we are drifting off the point. My point is that any time there is talk of handguns there is always a handful of people who will jump on those who don’t carry 45s. I don’t disagree with the effectivity of the caliber. I do, however, disagree with the notion that 45 is the only effective caliber in any of your hypothetical scenarios. Especially the bull gator scenario.
Ditch the water bottles and get a camelbak, no empty plastic bottles to deal with and keeps water cool a long time and if need be can be inflated for extra flotation. and you should also carry a weapon.
ant cri used to carry one all the time but just never a fan how they work with a PFD and kayak seat
a fire starter in case you flip in cold water and you're far from help you can pull up on the bank and prevent possible hypothermia
Signaling whistle, and compass
i had a road side kit called "Justin Case"
why have a bilge with scupper holes?
Scuppers drain the cockpit, they don’t help with a flooded hull!
He said bring eater which is smart but he forgot that u should also bring an empty bottle for when u gotta take a leak.
Another good knife is the Amora there stainless steel
👍Helpful!
I tried to light a small fire in mine to keep warm whilst fishing but it burnt a small hole and I sunk so I always remember that sometimes you can’t always have your kayak and heat it!
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Kind of funny.... how big is your kayak?
Chuck Goodwish fifteen feet six inches
Toilet paper, hand sanitizer!
U where spot on
water in the dry bag?!
Paddle? No. Pump; yes. Extra clothes; yes. Extra rag; no, glasses; yes. Extra what? No cut away tool? No knife; yes. Spare lights; yes. Water; yes. Cordage; yes. Super glue; yeah. Rescue step; yes. Sloppy rope; no. Heavy pliers; no. Knife; yes blunt end; no. First aid; yes yes yes.
Stop bleed powder. A frickin VHF radio. First aid skills. Know where you are, know your limitations and experience level, know the hazards and probable wet conditions, dress for submersion on every single trip.
Try to know the skill level,of those with you and about any health issues. Kayaking at sea or any open water including lakes; is not a novice activity.
If alone; leave a trip plan or activity plan and include an outside time to alert assistances. Again; have a VHF radio. Know your tides and forecasted weather. It’s better to sleep on an unfamiliar beach than trying to navigate in the dark. Have a cell phone or VHF RADIO to notify anyone of your change of plan.
This is all; IN CASE OF became they are actually high probabilities.
Education; proactive planning will mitigate 90% of all serious developments or accidents.
I always carry spare weed, lighter, papers, and all that other stuff
Vhf radio
Bring your choice of alcohol just in case the fish are not biting. That way you can at least catch a buzz or get totally wasted. The choice is yours.
Always wear a P.F.D.
Get a sit on kayak and undont need the pump. The only downside is that if the hull is ruptured then your really fucked.but thats unlikely
Toliet paper because you know when mother nature calls you have make a beeline towards shore and take care of business.
Fish alone remote or no phone service! (Emergency Transponder)
Just sayin!
I carry duct tape
I always have beer. That way if I don't catch a fish. I can catch a buzz.
Did you say thresher shark? No thanks!
Pen flare
I take issue with suggesting rope on a kayak... There's nothing wrong with rope, except that it ceases to be rope when you put it on a kayak... There's NO ROPE ON A BOAT! It's called "Line"... Just like your left becomes "port", right becomes "starboard", front becomes "fore", back becomes "aft", and rope becomes "line".
At least pretend like you've been on a boat before!
Use BARBLESS hooks on kayak.... idiot to use barbs on unstable platform like kayak...
If you have a just in case bag you’re carrying WAY too much gear. Buy a bigger boat.
Don't forget weed. Can't fish without MJ!
I always have beer. That way if I don't catch a fish. I can catch a buzz.
I hate beer! I always take 5-6 pre rolled fatties.
freetickeys weed is essential for fishing. Getting a nice buzz while drifting on a lake is one of my favourite activities in lieu of catching fish
@@shawnpepin7890 Catching fish is not a problem. I catch 25-35 in 2-3 hours (on my local lake). They include an occasional largemouth bass, saugeye, crappie or catfish but mostly warmouths, bluegills, sunfish and various other small panfish. Then, it's time for lunch in the shade. My favorite part is the smokable dessert. Then I just float around the lake (yes, it has a current) enjoying the scenery and getting primed for the ride home. Ha! All the while I am jamming to Doc Watson, Townes Van Zant, John Prine, Tom T Hall, Ray Wylie Hubbard and my usual steady diet of various other Kentucky artists.
Lately, I've been night kayaking the Ohio River with my Bigfish 105. Ain't been much catching done but a good buzz and the Persied Meteor showers have kinda been making up for it.
Screw that puff, puff, pass shit, tho. Smoke 'em if you gottem!
@@shawnpepin7890 I totally agree, doobies are a must and a life saver.
@@freetickeys for sure
Great tips!