Archive for June 15, 2010
Using the Right Chum Catches More Fish
I met up with Marty Brill, a former captain, entrepreneur and a local radio personality the other day and the topic of sea (motion) sickness came up. We talked about a friend of mine who was persistent at offshore fishing but could not seem to shake that sickness. He has created his own personal chum each trip for a least 10 years. He wants to fish but can’t solve the problem.
Capt. Marty’s recommendations are as follows:
1) Limit or no dinner the night before your trip
2) No alcohol the night before (Sorry “big” guys – I know it’s a right of passage when fishing but none at this time)
3) No milk, coffee or orange juice on the fishing day – bad on the stomach
4) Leave the dock with an empty stomach – be real hungry
5) Consume only ginger ale and dry crackers for the first several hours.
Once you gain your “sea legs” and you are hungry, the chance of sea sickness has diminished.
Not an official nor medical prescription, but it worked for his clients for many years. Hopefully, it will work for you.
Remember – using the right chum, catches more fish. Good luck!!
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