Use caution when holding fish in live-cars. Diseases, oxygen stress, weight loss, and poaching are common problems. It may be necessary to aerate near the live-car at night, particularly in warm weather. Limit the time the fish are held to only a few days to reduce weight loss and prevent disease. Disease can occur in holding devices during any season but is much more prevalent when water temperatures are highest.
Poachers can easily steal fish from unguarded holding facilities.
A seine reel for hauling in and storing the seine. Sturdy dip nets. Boots or chest waders. A boat and motor. A gasoline-powered pump for filling tanks.