Quote Originally Posted by TimY View Post
Pretty simple. I carry a pair of loppers in my boat and with the fish still on the stringer, I put them in a plastic tub and cut all the tails off then hang them over the side of the boat until they bleed out usually 20 to 30 min.
Just FYI, make sure that all of your rods are stowed away and your totally finished with fishing before you do that, if a warden happens by there could be a problem!
From the rules & regulations:

It is unlawful to:

  • Possess a gamefish, hybrid striped bass or flathead catfish that has been filleted or had its head or tail removed while actively engaging in fishing.