So, killing a fish to eat it....

[mcfly]

I keep fish on occasion, mostly when I go to the kawarthas. When I'm on a boat I keep the fish alive in a metal fish cage and then transfer them into a mesh fish cage tied to my dock. When the day is done, I'll collect the fish at the dock and bleed them out before I take them up to clean. A sharp filet knife to the gills and moving them back and forth in the water will accomplish that. Sometimes the blood clots and sticks so I'll just remove it.

Some people cut the heads off, but for most asian cuisine the elders love to eat it. They don't want to waste anything. At the cottage I usually cook the fish right after I clean it so it's as fresh as possible.

When shore fishing or on a day trip, I always keep a cooler bag that is the perfect size for a couple 5lb bass. I would only keep a couple anyways lol. Large freezer bags can be used to put the fish in after it's bled out. Then pick up a bag of ice at the nearest gas station on your way home to keep the fish super fresh for up to 3 or 4 hours.

Preparing your own food (animal/fish) shouldn't be disgusting, it's a beautiful experience that everyone should know. As long as you do it responsibly.