Addictive Fishing Season 17 Episode 10 Firetrucks
- July 1, 2016
- 17 min
Addictive Fishing Season 17 Episode 10 - Firetrucks
In this episode of Addictive Fishing, host Capt. Blair Wiggins and his crew head out to Charleston, South Carolina to fish with two local firefighters and friends, Jonathon Gray and Jason Taylor. The firefighters and Blair team up to fish for redfish in a unique location - around firetrucks!
The episode kicks off with the group cruising through the streets of Charleston, taking in the beautiful sights and rich history of the city. Once they arrive at their fishing location, Jonathon and Jason give Blair a rundown of how they've been catching redfish in this urban area. As it turns out, the redfish have been attracted to the water runoff from the firetrucks washing their vehicles at the station. Blair and the guys prepare to cast their lines into the runoff in hopes of hooking a redfish.
As they begin fishing, Jonathon and Jason explain how they integrate their love for fishing with their firefighting career. They share how fishing helps them to decompress after a long day at work and how they've even incorporated fishing into their job by spending downtime on the dock catching fish.
The trio then shifts their focus to fishing around the firetrucks themselves, using a technique called "backing down." This involves positioning the boat so they are facing the firetruck exhaust, which attracts baitfish and subsequently, hungry redfish. It's not long before they start catching fish after fish, with Blair exclaiming how addicted he is to the "firetruck fishing" method.
Throughout the episode, the camaraderie between the three men is evident as they share laughs and stories between catches. They also take a break from fishing to enjoy lunch, prepared by Jonathon and Jason, that includes freshly caught redfish.
As the day progresses, the group encounters some challenges, including navigating through tight and shallow areas to reach their fishing spots and dealing with changing tide levels. But their perseverance pays off as they continue catching fish and having a great time.
The episode wraps up with an emotional moment as Blair and the firefighters reflect on the sacrifices and risks that firefighters make to keep their communities safe. Jonathon and Jason share their own personal experiences and express their gratitude for the opportunity to fish and spend time with Blair, who they have been fans of for years on Addictive Fishing.
Overall, "Firetrucks" is a feel-good episode that showcases the joy of fishing and the bond that can be formed through a shared passion. It also honors the brave men and women who serve as firefighters and reminds viewers of the importance of supporting and thanking our first responders.