Catching an Out Of Season fish happens to everybody at some time or other.
Quite often it will be the biggest speciman the angler ever encounters..be it a trophy Muskie or Bass.
The fact is..the fish should be released in the water, quickly & un-harmed ..not mugged for photos.
It's about RESPECT for the creature & the resources.
Ethics/morals are slowly learned as a sportsman/woman matures & learns all about nature & her ways.
Be safe & smart out there & catch a lunker this year..in season.