Garet Suomala
Hello My Fishing Cape Cod! Its me again, your friend Garet Suomala. Sorry you guys have not heard from me in a while!
Many of you were probably wondering if I fell of the face of the Earth, but the answer is "No."
Today I want to let you know I will be working the My Fishing Cape Cod booth #0804 this weekend with Ryan at the New England Saltwater Fishing Show.
I also want to share with you a new article about why catching fish is always just a bonus. So here goes!
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Reason #1: Fresh Salt Air
The first reason why catching ​fish is just a bonus, is just to be able to get out in the nice fresh air and smelling the salt of the water. Some people might not think that's worth much, but for me, well I really enjoy that aspect.
Reason #2: Good Friends
Ok so here is the second reason why catching fish is just a bonus. For me, its so much fun just to be out on the water with good friends.
And yes, you probably already guessed it, one of my fishing friends is the guy who designed this website, Ryan Collins.
Reason #3: The Bite
Ok that's enough of my "blubbering." Lets get down to business. The third reason why fishing is just a bonus...
Yep you guessed it-is the bite. Fresh salt air and good friends are an important part of fishing, but by far the best thing about this thing called fishing, is getting one on your line!
For me it is so very exciting to see a big ole' striped bass on the end of the line. Of course fighting the fish is very fun too.
Reason #4: Landing the Fish
The fourth reason why catching fish is just a bonus, would be landing the fish. As fun as fighting the fish is, it only makes it worthwhile (at least according to some people) to actually get the fish to shore or into the boat.
Because if you don't...well it can be very upsetting to know that the the fish got away. Plus I think its exciting to know I'm eating something that was just maybe minutes ago swimming in the ocean.
When we lose fish, we have to resort to eating frozen fish, or making a trip to the store.
Reason #5: Getting Back In
Last but not least is number five. I know what you guys are thinking (did you know I was a mind reader?), seriously your probably thinking "ok cut to chase and wrap up this long article."
Well I will try, which is why this is the last reason. But I want you to know I could of listed many more reasons why catching fish is just bonus.
Well the last reason is getting safely back to shore after a long fun day on the water. And sometimes praying the whole way back in (especially during bad weather) hoping the boat does not spring a leak or the engine stops working.
Because if the boat sank, well it would be a long, cold swim back to shore, and that would not be much fun at all. Imagine your wife asking you, "Honey how was fishing today?"
And you reply with , "It was a blast until the boat stated taking on water and we had to swim back to shore."
Now that would not be a fun story to tell would it? I trust that you all have seaworthy boats that would never spring leaks. Be safe this year, and remember that with fishing, you really never know what can happen.
So I hope you guys and gals have enjoyed reading this. And who thought you would get a comedy show mixed too.
So those are my 5 reasons why catching fish is just a bonus. What are yours?
Thank you and take care,
Garet​
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Tight Lines Garet! The wife and I live in Virginia (she is from Orleans) and have a cottage on Herring brook rd just before the Pond. I have been surfcasting for strippers the last 3 yrs and absolutely love it! Cant wait for our 1st trip up north!
Hi Scott. Glad to here from you, Fishing is sure fun no matter where you are at. You will love your 1st trip up north. Have fun
garet
Thanks so much when I first moved to the cape my fishing goals were very off. Now it has changed I just love being on the water and learning
Good to know Ed. I hope you are learning a lot!
Great article, Garret! I sent it to my friends to explain to them why I love to fish! Thank you.
thank you. will write soon
Garet,
THANKS -Reminded me why I want to get
back out there!
I am so glad. Summer will be here before we know it
Garet,
Great job – reminded me why I want to get
back out there!
Looking forward to seeing you on the fishing pier in S Yarmouth. Thanks for the nice article.
Yes. I hope to
sure thing
I could smell the salt air while reading your article, thanks, because as I look out the window, its snowing!
I know. Just keep thinking about catching them. It will happen. If spring dieresis to come
Nice read. Holds true to every step of fishing. Hope to meet you at the show.
yes matt. That would be nice to. Hoping it is a good turn out
How about all the good food that we bring? See you this weekend..
Oh. I forgot that. You will Jake, I hope to make it out with Ryan and Kathy soon. If spring ever decides to come
Nice article Garet, thanks.
I too enjoy the new adventures that each fishing trip brings. Maybe fishing is our excuse to spend time on the water.
Hay steve. I think it is indeed. Hope to see you soon
Hey Garet,
Thanks for sharing! I like being out in beautiful areas like those in your photos. Tom and Jane Simpson and I spent one night fishing the point right across from where you are in your photo from the pier.
See you at RISAA this weekend. I like your tee shirt, great message!
Dex
Thanks for the comment Dex. It will be fun this weekend for sure. I will see you there.
Garet
Great article!
Thanks, Garrett
Sure thing Chris. Happy fishing this year
HI Garet,
Thanks for helping us to stop to smell the roses, as the old saying goes. For me it’s about the anticipation and the chase.