Bizarre Fishing Photos That Will Make You Laugh

Fishing is an excellent way to spend time, regardless of how old you are. Can you imagine any other way to spend a nice afternoon than to hop aboard a boat, head for the open waters, and hold out a line? Well, you probably can but that doesn’t mean fishing with chilled beer and great company won’t make for a nice time. However, we bet the people captured in these photos did not get the results they wanted when they headed out to fish.

All right, we should mention that not everyone on the planet appreciates the hobby, since it requires both resilience and patience. We understand why some people find it to be a boring activity, though we would like to stress that it is potentially therapeutic and relaxing. That doesn’t mean that it is easy — not at all. It can turn frustrating really quickly if you are not prepared. Sometimes, fishing is sitting beside the water and holding onto a rod for hours on end without even feeling a single tug. However, moments like this can be improved by great company and some booze. We guarantee that with the right preparation, you won’t even realize the whole day has gone by! However, it is still possible to enjoy the hobby even if you go on your own. Personally, the solo trips typically end up being my favorites.

Now, how can we discuss fishing without even mentioning bait off the bat? The first thing that will come to most people’s mind is probably worms, though in reality it is only one of numerous options. No, we’re not talking about desserts and pastries, though they are certainly worth trying out as well. You would be surprised to hear how some people turn to raisins, canned meat, dog food, and even bubblegum as bait! When you find yourself in such a situation, these alternatives should work wonders.

In the following photos, you will see all kinds of things related to the hobby. A portion of these are hilarious while others are nothing short of ingenious. However, make sure not to duplicate the more questionable practices you see in this slideshow. We hope you are prepared to take a look at the various fishing-related things people have been caught doing on camera!

Tough Choice

Great job to this fisherman for that impressive catch during his fishing expedition! However, which of these two do you think we are talking about? Oh well, you can decide which is which. Do you think he had a hard time choosing which one to take home and which one to ask out?

Fishing The Loch Ness Monster

This poor fellow must have been living under a rock since he doesn’t look like he’s heard of the infamous Loch Ness Monster! Regardless, there is no doubt the two of them met each other shortly after the picture was taken.

Fishing In The Flood

You know what they say: wherever there’s water, there’s fish! Er, maybe not. However, nothing can seem to deter this guy here. When you are stuck in the middle of bumper-to-bumper traffic, you might as well make the most out of your time.

Lobster Lady

We also like lobster, though we doubt that anyone can rival the passion of this woman for the crustaceans! She must have made it her goal to catch as many of these creatures as she possibly could. It must have been tough to do that with only a pair of hands, though she was able to find a way to hold onto more.

Lurking In The Shallows

Whoever said fish were dumber than humans clearly never met this particular one! The fishermen must have thought they were ingenious for formulating this system. Let’s just say this one gave them a run for their money.

Laws At Their Best

Nothing describes this better than the word ‘ironic’. However, let us not be hasty to judge them. Who knows, maybe they just completely missed the sign? It is possible they came from the other direction and thus failed to see what was written on it.

Net That

While fishing can give a rewarding and fun experience, it also comes with its own set of potential dangers. We’re glad that this woman is doubling up on her safety by going out in protective gear. However, we’re a little dubious about her safety attire. What’s the helmet net for, anyway?

Duck Face? Fish Face

We all remember when making duck faces for photos was considered cool! Those were some dark times. The trend might be dying out, but fish faces must be the next ‘in’ thing. Don’t worry if you have yet to hear of it. This guy here is considered the pioneer! Kudos goes to the fish for excellent timing as well.

No Fish Here

Rumor has it that there have been no sightings of fish in this lake for some time now. However, these men still meet up here on the weekends for some reason. Maybe it has something to do with yet another regular visitor?

Human Fishing Pole

It must have been too late when this duo noticed that they forgot to load the fishing poles into the car! Instead of driving all the way home and then back again, these fellows decided to try a new approach to the hobby. No clue if it worked, though we sure hope so!

Fishing On The Rocks

Don’t you wish that cities offered free parking like the spot this guy was able to snatch? This dude was sure a lucky fellow. Do you think he ended up fishing on the rocks?

When Fishing Is Life

Sure, this might not be the best sleeping arrangement, but we do admire him for his passion. Maybe he’s just that keen on his fishing poles! We certainly hope he has the skill to back up his collection, though sometimes enthusiasm is enough to keep one going.

Fish Flops

Well, this is pretty to unique to say the least. However, we sure hope those aren’t real fish! Just thinking about fish and feet together already makes our noses itch. Nonetheless, this is a pretty rad item of clothing.

When Life Gives You Lemons

Don’t you wish you shared the same enthusiasm as this guy? You can’t say he’s not a dedicated. It must have been hard, so let us congratulate him for his resourcefulness. Yes, it looks like a regular pothole, but what do we know?

Brought The Baby Along

We love seeing parents setting good examples for their kids! However, whoever said parenting and pleasure were mutually exclusive pursuits? Moreover, it is best to get kids started young on excellent hobbies!

Long Lost Brother

Now, we’ve all heard of touching reunions between long lost siblings when they find each other as adults. However, what if your sibling isn’t even a human being? When this guy found his missing brother, it was from a completely different species! We do see some resemblance, we must admit.

Too Bad

In life, you will always be swayed by temptations but it is rarely a good thing to act on impulse. Moreover, it can even be impossible sometimes. If we judge the sign, it seems like this is a good fishing spot, though we will follow the rules for this one, thank you very much.

Saturday Is Saturday

This man is completely committed to fishing and this is obvious in the photo. Hey, if he can regularly come out to the water for his fishing hobby, we’re sure you can work on your passions as well. Whoever said old age deterred people from making their dreams come true were absolutely wrong.

Married To The Sea

Whoa, what a sight for sore eyes. We love how dramatic this photo is. Hopefully, this bride was able to walk down the aisle with someone who loves fishing as much as she does.

Sofa So Good

Ah, nothing can beat this setup. He has a comfy chair, a cold drink, a television, and a friend beside him. The fact that he brought all this out to the water is ingenious! We can only hope to spend an afternoon the same way in the future.

50/50 Risk

It’s pretty confusing, isn’t it? One appears to be luring you in to fish on the spot, whereas the other tells you it is prohibited to do so. If you decide to go with the former, just try not to get caught by anyone.

Neck Deep

Is this some fishing trend that we have never heard of? This must be the first we have seen anyone fishing on top of a giraffe, regardless of its authenticity. These long-necked animals do carry some advantage, we suppose.

Real Reel Therapy

When we said fishing had therapeutic prospects, this was not exactly what we meant… But hey, if the shoe fits, right? As a hobby, it is definitely a win-win type of situation. Aside from chilling out, you might even bring home your next meal!

New Level Fishing

Okay, very few people actually have access to vehicles like this. Don’t you wish you did? We hope these men are having the time of their lives all the way up there. It might make fishing a little more difficult, though we bet the view is to die for.

Cat Fish

Who doesn’t adore go-getters? These cats knew exactly what they wanted as well as how to get it. When the fishermen docked on the shore with the fish they caught, they found a surprising group waiting for their return.

It’s Personal

Nowadays, it is not even necessary to take a boat with you on a fishing trip. Some creativity can do wonders for you if you wish to enjoy a little solo time. The raft is excellent for individuals going into the water by themselves. Moreover, it is worth a fraction of the cost of a fishing boat.

Almost Got It Right

It seems like someone misunderstood the instructions given to them. Whatever is going on here? It’s possible that the driver was asked to take the boat to the water. He was on the right track, though it seems like he drove in the opposite direction he should have gone in!

This Is The Life

It looks like this guy has a world of his own, doesn’t it? We have to admit; we feel a tinge of jealousy at his setup. He has a beer, a pool, and a fishing rod in hand. Let’s just wish the flood doesn’t overtake his pool as that would be more than a little unpleasant.

Mermaid Friendly

Oh, we adore this clever sign! Before anything else, take note that it asks canine friends to make sure their masters are on leashes. Next, only creatures with gills and feathers can swim! It must be a great day for mermaids and the like.

His And Hers

Quality time doesn’t have to be so hard to spend together. This couple looks like they came up with the perfect plan. No, they are not the clingy sort, but sometimes each other’s presence is enough. They can each do whatever they wish without sacrificing their time together.

The Vikings Are Back

It appears that the Vikings are as talented fishermen as they ever were. We sure are happy that these fellows have managed to keep the tradition alive and well. However, we must say that those shields don’t look anything like the original. At least they worked hard for it, right?

Fly Fishing

All right, first things first, this is not what fly fishing is, though it certainly looks like an apt way to describe what he is doing. We don’t know if this fishing style is effective, though one can certainly hope so.

Don’t Catch Anything

If you find this in someone’s bathroom, you can tell that you are in a fisherman’s home. Whoever made this deserves an award for his ingenuity and recycling efforts.

No Pole

We’ve mentioned that fishing can be a frustrating hobby and this seems to ring true for this guy right here. The large fish must have avoided his hooks and he thus had to take things into his very own, very literal, hands.

Man Overboard

You might experience moments when you are amazed by your own intelligence, only to be proven wrong. We bet something of that nature happened over here. Hopefully, he knew better than to do the same thing after that.

Very Practical

Fishermen simply adore talking about their catch of the day, though it can certainly be tiring to carry around a measuring tape for fishing trips. This fellow found a solution to the problem.

Creativity At Its Best

Oh, another thing to keep in mind when fishing, is your bait! It is an important part of the overall procedure, though that does not guarantee it will always be in your kit. In a spark of brilliance, these baits were fashioned out of bottle caps.

Bird’s Nest

This is definitely one of our worst fishing pet peeves. The poor guy. He just wanted to spend a good day in the water after throwing a line. Unfortunately for him, all he got was a bird’s nest in the end.

Taking Advantage

This guy must have wanted to join his friends on their fishing trip so badly. When they finally conceded to accept his request, it came with the condition that he must first perform several tasks. What was the first one?

First Catch

No, this guy was not a first time fisher, whatever you might think. However, the same is not true for his pet dog. The canine must have been in shock when he saw his human reeling in a fish. Truly, fishing is not a hobby everyone can get into.

No Matter What

Sure, he is just a small boy, but it looks like he already knows he can catch the perfect catch with this. It appears like there is no way he would not be a good fisherman. Hey, what use is a diaper when it is completely possible to sit down, relax, and hold your rear.

What Did He Catch?

We don’t have a single idea about what might be going on here. Is the toilet actually full of fish? Oh, it is also worth checking out the bait he used. A dollar can help a lot in many ways, though we’re not sure the same can be said for fishing.

Look Twice

You must have taken a double take when you first laid your eyes on this photo. Sorry to break it to you, but that is not a tiny man on top of a fish. Perspective can truly make a way for us to change the way things appear.

Not Quite

It seems like this guy has no idea how to fish! We are glad and a little proud to see him holding up a catch, but can someone inform him that he doesn’t need a gun to finish it?

Human Fishing

Fishing can be confusing, easily when you are doing it in a group and none of you can tell which line caught something. It might be hard to tell lines apart, though this is a great idea by itself.

No Worries

It’s pretty ironic for this boat to actually be named “No Worries”, don’ t you think? We hope those on board could have immediately calmed down soon after. The name was completely misleading!

Ice Fishing

Yet again, this is not what most veteran fishermen refer to as ice fishing. However, things like this are unavoidable when you live in a cold area. Hopefully, this little fellow is still alive.

Getting Stuck In

Word of advice? Do not bring your trucks if you wish to accomplish some ice fishing here. Just take a look at this image and you’ll understand. It appears to have been stuck there for a while now, judging by its half-submerged state.

Catch And Then Caught

This woman must have been more than proud when she made her first catch. This is a moment worth celebrating, though things are certainly a little messy in the photo. Maybe the fish suffered a terrible amount of photo shyness and that’s why her career has never been repaired.

All The Help He Could Get

Solo fishing is not everyone’s idea of fun and we wonder how this guy found it. Luckily, nature provided him a great solution to his problems. Do you think the moose approached him, or the other way around?

Lunch In 5,4,3…

This is a neat little food chain right here. Sometimes, you think you found lunch and it turns out you are lunch for a different species as well! We hope the guy made it out alive, though we aren’t keeping our hopes up…

He Caught The Most

Fishing is still possible, even when you are located on completely dry land. This man proves the veracity of this statement. When you take a peek at his loot, it is safe to say he won the highest number of catches for the day.

Last Man Standing

This man wanted to go ice fishing even though everyone warned him about the dangers of global warming. Do you think he felt like the last person on the planet at that very moment?

Getting Ahead

This was what we meant when he said that fishing rewards people who are patient. However, some people are too busy to wait for a tug. This guy took a proactive approach by slamming his face into the water.

Catch Of The Day

Wow, that is a pretty impressive catch. Sadly, we don’t think a fishing pole would have sufficed. He probably had to ask his friends for help later, though it is also important to take note that he took home the biggest catch.

When You Show Up Early

Sometimes, you get so caught up with school that you forget to put all of your clothes on. This photo shows what it is like when you get up early in the morning in a sleepy haze. Make sure to pull up your trousers and slip on a shirt before you leave the house.

Mom Look What I Caught

This little boy was very young when he was given his very own fishing net. However, he and fishing just don’t mix. He let his father know how he felt about the whole thing. What he did must have perfectly captured what he was feeling back then!

Dry Land Fishing

Do you ever see an image that makes zero sense? This is a great example of such a photo. There is no water anywhere in sight so where did she get the fish she is holding?

Breakfast With A View

Nothing can beat an excellent breakfast when it comes to starting your day off right. It will be even more relaxing when you get a gorgeous view. We bet this guy will be ready to fish after eating his first meal of the day.