05-05-2007, 02:37 PM
I have fished occasionally alone in my boats. IMHO fishing alone is better than not fishing at all, but I much more enjoy fishing with one or more angler friends. As far as safety goes, of course it is always safer to have someone else along. That being said, there are times that it is safer to fish alone than at other times. Smaller bodies of water are usually more safe than larger ones. The colder months are obviously more dangerous. Fishing alone at night has other hazards. Of course, one should pay attention to the weather and not push it too much. Whether I am alone or not, I am always more comfortable if there are a few other boats around to render aid in case I need it. I always wear my PFD when I am on my boat alone. As you said, lauching and retrieving a boat can be a challenge, especially on a busy boat ramp -- where you feel pressured to not tie up a spot on the ramp.
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