Very seldom freeze any fish as the wife likes fresh fish better. That gives me an excuse to fish more often. Also limit my catch as you don't need a lot of 12 to 14 inch fish to make a meal. I have a mean streak too that I love the look on peoples faces when you put back a 2 pound fish................. I do miss my "tree time" bow hunting it was my time to get away from people and recharge my batteries.