With the continued threat of environmental hazards placing a strain on gamefish, catch and release of smallmouth bass while fishing is critical. The risk of deep hooking a smallmouth is less with artificial baits and a quick hookset when the bass takes the bait.
Here is a pretty video that puts the whole thing in perspective.
Catch and Release Smallmouth Bass Fishing
httpv://youtu.be/2v1iQzgtOfY
When you do any smallmouth fishing with people who love the sport, or with a guide that respects the fisheries they fish, it becomes quite evident how important catch and release is.
