The old fashion livescope

[Coyote_guy]

The more technologically advanced fishing becomes, the more fun I have keeping it as simple as possible. No scuba equipment, just a wetsuit, mask, snorkel, weight belt and gun. Relax on the surface, one deep breath and the hunt begins. I spent most of the day in the water on Sunday with one nice fish to show for it along with one miss. The fish were damn tough to find but I had one heck of a good time and got some good exercise in!

Anyone else enjoy getting in the water and hunting with traditional "Livescope" equipment?

 

[CatDaddy]

I don't have the desire to do what you do, prefer traditional methods......though I bet if I tried it once that may change. I also used to rifle hunt until I picked up a bow, so there's that lol. Awesome fish - nice work!

 

[Davy Crockett]

The more technologically advanced fishing becomes, the more fun I have keeping it as simple as possible. No scuba equipment, just a wetsu mask, snorkel, weight belt and gun. Relax on the surface, one deep breath and the hunt begins. I spent most of the day in the water on Sunday with one nice fish to show for it along with one miss. The fish were damn tough to find but I had one heck of a good time and got some good exercise in!

Anyone else enjoy getting in the water and hunting with traditional "Livescope" equipment?

Nice one, and it sounds fun, I'd, give it a try. What kind of "gun" do you use ? I don't see any holes .

 

[Eatsleeptrap]

Nice!! I bet it is a blast, but there is too fine of a line carrying enough weight to sink my fat ass for me to try it.

 

[Coyote_guy]

I don't have the desire to do what you do, prefer traditional methods......though I bet if I tried it once that may change. I also used to rifle hunt until I picked up a bow, so there's that lol. Awesome fish - nice work!

I definitely couldn't give up traditional angling! Fun to spend part of the day in the water ( especially if its hot out) and also get some hook and line fishing in.

 

[Coyote_guy]

Nice one, and it sounds fun, I'd, give it a try. What kind of "gun" do you use ? I don't see any holes .

The little blood spot on the gill plate is where the spear shaft went through. I have a couple of different double banded spearguns. A short one for lower visibility and long one for clear conditions.

 

[1lessdog]

The more technologically advanced fishing becomes, the more fun I have keeping it as simple as possible. No scuba equipment, just a wetsuit, mask, snorkel, weight belt and gun. Relax on the surface, one deep breath and the hunt begins. I spent most of the day in the water on Sunday with one nice fish to show for it along with one miss. The fish were damn tough to find but I had one heck of a good time and got some good exercise in!

Anyone else enjoy getting in the water and hunting with traditional "Livescope" equipment?

What state are you doing the spearing? Is it legal in N.D. and MN?

 

[Davy Crockett]

Nice, I was wondering if that could possibly be what I was looking for. You didn't ruin much meat on that one. I'd like some insight on equipment, a pic or two so I know what to watch for. This is right up my ally , I think I have a perfect spot for this.

 

[Davy Crockett]

What state are you doing the spearing? Is it legal in N.D. and MN?

Devils lake basin it is. The rest I don't read up on.

 

[Callem'In]

Devils lake basin it is. The rest I don't read up on.

I believe that is for ice spearing. I could be wrong, but you can free dive and spear in any open water in ND, at least you used to be able to. It has been about 25 years since I speared in Sak. Ocean only as of the last 5 years.

 

[NDSportsman]

Underwater spear fishing is open only in the following areas:

1. Missouri River, except from the Garrison Dam downstream three miles to the southern boundary of the US Army Corps of Engineers Downstream Recreational Area;
2. Lake Sakakawea (except those areas posted by the US Army Corps of Engineers near the Intake and Spillway Structures);
3. Lake Oahe;
4. Lake Audubon (those areas open to fishing);
5. Devils Lake;
6. Stump Lake;
7. Spiritwood Lake

 

[1lessdog]

Underwater spear fishing is open only in the following areas:

1. Missouri River, except from the Garrison Dam downstream three miles to the southern boundary of the US Army Corps of Engineers Downstream Recreational Area;
2. Lake Sakakawea (except those areas posted by the US Army Corps of Engineers near the Intake and Spillway Structures);
3. Lake Oahe;
4. Lake Audubon (those areas open to fishing);
5. Devils Lake;
6. Stump Lake;
7. Spiritwood Lake

I always thought it was rough fish and Northerns.

 

[Traxion]

I know guys that do it on Oahe and love it. Very challenging.