RustyOlRanger4x4

how do you save a fish you want to mount? is there anything special that needs to be done to it or just put it in a bag and toss it in the freezer? im speaking of bass to be spicific ive never had one mounted before and i dont really like calling people to ask so i figured maby ya`ll know
thanks,sean

coyote caller

Wrap the fish in a wet towel before you place it in a bag. Then freeze the fish. Making sure that the fins and tail are all laying flat.

RustyOlRanger4x4

why a wet towel?

coyote caller

Because the wet towel will form a layer of ice around the fish, which protects the fins from freezer burn. I've seen a lot of fins crumble into nothing because of improper freezing. Then the plastic bag will prevent the fish from freeze drying, because most frost free freezers will pull the moisture right out of your fish. Creating a bad case of freezer burn. So wet your towel good, wrap the fish in it, place it in a good plastic bag. Then duct tape it closed. The fish should last for years this way.

RustyOlRanger4x4

thanks for the info