Casting Nets

It seems that when a man takes up residence, full time in Shell Point, they also learn the art of using a casting net. It involves a rather large net, with a cord woven around the edge. There are small weights attached to the bottom. The fisherman wraps the net up and hangs it over his shoulder. They do some kind swirling motion and cast the net in the water. As the net soars in the air it lands spread out on the water and sinks to the bottom. Now image if you are a little or big fish what happens. The net settles on top of you on the bottom. The fisherman then pulls the cords that gathers up the net in a purse like fashion trapping the fish. This methods of fishing is normally used for Mullet or bait fishing. During mullet season you can catch a lot of fish who can be very large. The net must weigh a ton. I have only seen men doing this on the sea wall of our village.

While at the beach this week-end, these two men were casting in the water. Click on the photo above to see these guys in action. It is really amazing to watch. How do they do this? I would have the net and cord wrapped around my neck. I would then be trapped on the bottom while the fish swim away.

I am so glad that women's toys are much calmer and safer.