Releasing
* Revive the fish before letting go. Hold the fish upright in a swimming position in the water, moving the fish slowly forward and backward so water runs through the gills.
* Ensure the fish is breathing and can swim away under its own power before it is released.
I know this was taken from the MNR website... moving a fish back and forth is NOT a way to revive them. How many fish have you seen swimming backwards... fish should just be moved forwards and NOT backwards.... my 2 cents