What Do You Guys Eat While Fishing? 2025
SnazzySenko reply :
I usually bring a sandwich while I'm on long fishing trips. I'm looking for some new ideas to explore, a sandwich is getting too repetitive and boring. What do you guys eat while fishing?
tomustang reply :
Jack links teriyaki jerky and water
flyfisher reply :
nothing usually other than gatorade and if i know i will be out all day with a long paddle i will get a hoagie from WaWa.
I prefer to eat a big breakfast instead and then chow after i leave the water.
SnazzySenko reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:37 AM, flyfisher said:nothing usually other than gatorade and if i know i will be out all day with a long paddle i will get a hoagie from WaWa.
I prefer to eat a big breakfast instead and then chow after i leave the water.
I've thought of eating a big breakfast before leaving but I'm afraid I will get a stomach ache on the water. 
SnazzySenko reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:34 AM, tomustang said:Jack links teriyaki jerky and water
YUM!
flyfisher reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:39 AM, SnazzySenko said:I've thought of eating a big breakfast before leaving but I'm afraid I will get a stomach ache on the water.
Yeah i have had that happen but once i found out what was causing it, the double espresso shot starbucks drinks, i have been good. And it is pretty much a given that if i am out all day i am hanging out over the edge of the yak to drop a deuce at least once 
That is really the primary reason anyone should be concerned with stability in a kayak
Bassintheweeds reply :
Water Water Water Water and Water. Fruit and jerky if i need to eat
SnazzySenko reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:42 AM, flyfisher said:Yeah i have had that happen but once i found out what was causing it, the double espresso shot starbucks drinks, i have been good. And it is pretty much a given that if i am out all day i am hanging out over the edge of the yak to drop a deuce at least once
That is really the primary reason anyone should be concerned with stability in a kayak
This is one of the funniest things I've heard on this forum!
Darren. reply :
Water, but if I have my sunflower seeds, all is right in the world.
tomustang reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:37 AM, flyfisher said:nothing usually other than gatorade and if i know i will be out all day with a long paddle i will get a hoagie from WaWa.
I prefer to eat a big breakfast instead and then chow after i leave the water.
Wawa hoagies are where it's at.
SnazzySenko reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:47 AM, DarrenM said:Water, but if I have my sunflower seeds, all is right in the world
I can't last long without food 
lol I don't know how you just drink water
SnazzySenko reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:49 AM, tomustang said:Wawa hoagies are where it's at.
I wish I had a WaWa here. 
flyfisher reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:49 AM, tomustang said:Wawa hoagies are where it's at.
Amen brother, Amen....i was so psyched when they finally came down here to VA. I grew up eating them and took them for granted when i moved for college.
Djman72 reply :
Skoal and Sunflower seeds.
reb67 reply :
Nabs and single sever chips lots of choices
flyfisher reply :
i find it interesting how many people here are posting things like jerky that are loaded with salt and take a ton of water to digest which makes pretty much everything you drink not used for hydration.
Tartan34 reply :
Krave Black Cherry Pork Jerky, Peanut Butter Cliff bars, and loads of water.
Warning....eating Krave Jerky ruined Jack Links for me....and I would hammer down a couple of bags. I can't eat it anymore, Krave is that good.
FishinDaddy reply :
Average tournament.
Breakfast before the ramp
Muscle Milk
MT Dew
toastcheese crackers
gatoraide
water
doritos
RAMBLER reply :
Vienna sausage, peanut butter cheese crackers, peanuts, payday bar, nutrigrain fruit bars, water and coffee. Wow, looks like a lot when I write in down. No wonder I'm not hungry when I get home.
SnazzySenko reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 11:10 AM, RAMBLER said:Vienna sausage, peanut butter cheese crackers, peanuts, payday bar, nutrigrain fruit bars, water and coffee. Wow, looks like a lot when I write in down. No wonder I'm not hungry when I get home.
Coffee while fishing? I wouldn't be able to hold it! lol Also I stopped eating Vienna sausages after I read the article on the cancer causing stuff in it and other "sausage" products. Eating one sausage a day increases your chances by 20%. I'm sure it's not just one sausage but I does increase the chances.
bmac31 reply :
Breakfast sanwich on my way ro lake. Water and Gatorade are always on hand. I always bring something to eat if its gonna be a long day.it always changes. Could be a sandwich and chips, sunflower seeds or jerky a bagel or donuts, cold pizza etc.
Aslong as it fits in my lil lunchbox.
flyfisher reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 11:16 AM, SnazzySenko said:Coffee while fishing? I wouldn't be able to hold it! lol Also I stopped eating Vienna sausages after I read the article on the cancer causing stuff in it and other "sausage" products. Eating one sausage a day increases your chances by 20%. I'm sure it's not just one sausage but I does increase the chances.
I think you are referring to the sodium nitrite and sodium nitrate in processed meats....but wait a few weeks and a new study will come out and refute this claim too
RoLo reply :
I'm lucky because I prepare the boat and tackle, while my wife prepares the lunches.
She'll usually bring some combination of meatball sandwiches, baked chicken,
peanut butter & jelly sandwiches, hard boiled eggs and a small cooler filled with drinks.
Roger
Djman72 reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 11:16 AM, SnazzySenko said:Coffee while fishing? I wouldn't be able to hold it! lol Also I stopped eating Vienna sausages after I read the article on the cancer causing stuff in it and other "sausage" products. Eating one sausage a day increases your chances by 20%. I'm sure it's not just one sausage but I does increase the chances.
everything gives you cancer these days.
Also, I find it hard that the study can accurately say 20% more likely to get cancer.
bartdude186 reply :
might not sound good to most, but if i'm out all day i carry a can of chunky chicken noodle soup and sit it in the sun, no spoon required just drink it lol.
flyfisher reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 11:55 AM, Djman72 said:everything gives you cancer these days.
Also, I find it hard that the study can accurately say 20% more likely to get cancer.
yeah those types of studies are pretty ridiculous because there are so many variables involved not to mention many think that cancer is genetic or at least the predisposition to get it may be....
BassnChris reply :
Usually something like Bologna or ham sandwiches, chips and apples.
Can't believe Brian has not chimed in.......he carries a small convenience store with him.
plumworm reply :
The double duce is why I am always late to get on the lake. Iffin I get up at 5am or 6 or 7, It still takes 2 cups of coffee and 10 minutes of "thinking about it" to get the job done. Then, I am good for the day. Oh ya, food, Lots of water, a sammie if its all day, jerky, hard candy ,and my ever present little cigar. ( it's like food to me) How did I just make this post go down hill? Oh ya, now I remember. Who brought up the double duce to began with . Sorry
tomustang reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:55 AM, flyfisher said:i find it interesting how many people here are posting things like jerky that are loaded with salt and take a ton of water to digest which makes pretty much everything you drink not used for hydration.
Jerky gives energy, the salt may crave liquid but you could just wiz that off the boat, can't say that about fiber snacks
that possum reply :
16 posts before anyone mentioned vienna sausages.
I usually make a few sammiches and keep em in the ice chest. Or some if those tuna packets with a cheap loaf of white bread. A few candy bars. Maybe a big cup of boiled peanuts, too. But that has consequences. I've crapped in most the major bass lakes in the south. And a bunch that weren't major.
flyfisher reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 12:10 PM, plumworm said:The double duce is why I am always late to get on the lake. Iffin I get up at 5am or 6 or 7, It still takes 2 cups of coffee and 10 minutes of "thinking about it" to get the job done. Then, I am good for the day. Oh ya, food, Lots of water, a sammie if its all day, jerky, hard candy ,and my ever present little cigar. ( it's like food to me) How did I just make this post go down hill? Oh ya, now I remember. Who brought up the double duce to began with . Sorry
I actually brought up the single deuce that was induced by the double deuce starbucks espresso iced coffee drink
WIGuide reply :
Usually a pb&j and some fruit. During tournaments I don't eat though. I have a good breakfast and a big can of Monster and then Gatorade for the rest of the day and that's it.
5fishlimit reply :
Cliff bars, beef jerky, and Gatorade.
pbrussell reply :
Before hitting the water-
a sausage biscuit, and an energy drink.
On the water-
Water/gatorade and a granola bar if I get desperate.
Bluebasser86 reply :
2 Sausage, egg, and cheese sandwichs and my 24oz coffee mug on the way to the lake.
2 Pb&j's and Monster Rehab on the water. I have to eat on the water or suffer the wrath of a blinding migraine headache later. Plus, fat boy likes his food
blongfishing reply :
I usually eat a big breakfast. Then I take beef jerky, crackers, occasionally a sandwich or two, water, tea, and Pepsi!
0119 reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 11:16 AM, SnazzySenko said:Also I stopped eating Vienna sausages after I read the article on the cancer causing stuff in it and other "sausage" products. Eating one sausage a day increases your chances by 20%. I'm sure it's not just one sausage but I does increase the chances.
Im German! If that was true, I'd never have made it past 5 years old
McAlpine reply :
Average tournament:
Coffee and granola bar on the way.
Coffee and dried apple fruit bar waiting for launch.
Lunch: water, PB&J, fruit, cheese stick.
More water, maybe a diet soda
Something to snack on like peanuts or another dried fruit bar.
NorthernAnglers reply :
usually gatorade after gatorade... throw in a few granola bars maybe a bag of chips.... lol
wnybassman reply :
Usually just things I can stuff in my mouth running from one spot to another. I never eat while fishing, just while motoring. So it is small packages of cheese/crackers, cliff bars and if I am fishing a larger multi-day tournament I will have peanut butter sandwiches on board. I try to force myself to drink water, but I know I don't drink nearly enough.
Bassfishing375 reply :
When I'm in Canada we always have shore lunch with fresh walleye. Sometimes I eat sandwiches, particularly subway.
SnazzySenko reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 11:51 AM, flyfisher said:I think you are referring to the sodium nitrite and sodium nitrate in processed meats....but wait a few weeks and a new study will come out and refute this claim too
Yup that's it. And yeah probably will happen.
SnazzySenko reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 11:30 PM, 119 said:Im German! If that was true, I'd never have made it past 5 years old
HAHA! So I can start eating them again! We have proof! Lol
Alpha Male reply :
I like to eat a large breakfast as well, I just make sure to use the bathroom before I leave the cabin. then its just powerade, water, pop, and some sunflower seeds with the occasional bag of chips or something.
SudburyBasser reply :
Fun fishing I'll typically bring a sandwich or wrap with some water.
Tournament fishing I'll bring a few granola bars, perhaps a hoagie, and water.
Small breakfast with coffee before leaving in both cases. Low input, low output.
pbrussell reply :
Now, If I could manage to somehow make a small fresh burger magically appear on my boat, I'd scarf that down while I was on the water.
Guess boat companies need to start incorporating microwaves into the boat layout
Teal reply :
Marlboros and Gatorade.
mnbassman23 reply :
Bananas... Just to prove its skill and not luck
Bankbeater reply :
Usually just some granola bars and a sandwich. I do freeze some water bottles so I can get a cold drink.
fishinthedacks reply :
Beef jerkey wild bills smoked, slim jims, peanuts. Bring stuff high in protein in case I get stranded. Gatorade. And I've got a pizza place who delivers to my kayak or spillway etc
bassmaster99 reply :
Bojangles biscuits and gatorade
geo g reply :
Kebler peanut butter cheese crackers are hard to beat. Ill take 2 or 3 packs. Lots of frozen water bottles. There is always one thawing on the deck. On a long trip 3 PBJ sandwiches.
Vzwire reply :
Whatever my wife packs for me the night before... Usually a turkey and cheese or ham sandwich, a bag of chips, a cheese stick, and a little Debbie of some sort. Oh, and a love note wishing me luck.
Gawd I love that woman!
TC235 <*))))>< reply :
Fishing tends to make me neglect the important things to bring along like food, water, uv/bug spray, etc... Running outta the door at 3:00am to hit the pond stumbiling around in the dark viciously trying to get the boat out before the sun even rises for another 2 hours.. Yet i always remember every bit of gear and more than likley dont use half of it. Yea guess theres a problem.. 
FrogFreak reply :
I don't eat breakfast. I do my business when the motor is warming up (in the bathroom). On the water I bring natures valley granola bars and coffee. I have a mug that plugs into the lighter deal so it stays warm! I usually take a break around 11 am and my wife makes breakfast burritos.
bigbill reply :
We pack P&J sandwiches some slim Jim's, we get egg/bacon fresh sandwiches on the way to fishing.
The usual morning coffee and soda to drink. But lately I drink more coffee and water.
Being a diabetic I bring chocolate just incase or regular soda if my sugar goes too low. I like the p&j so I can hold them in my hand by the wrapper. The slim Jim's too.
I'm going to fish very hard this season. Bill
Before the season begins a new can of bug spray goes in a plastic bag in my tackle box.
jignfule reply :
Sandwich, cliff bars, granolas bars, water. In the summer we can be out on the water 12hrs + . Got to be full and happy.
AK-Jax86 reply :
Couple times on my friends boat it has been combos and Gatorade. I usually don't bring anything to snack on but always have water and Gatorade with me
MichiganFishing1997 reply :
On the way to the ramp in the morning I always stop at Tim Hortons, then I have a cooler with Powerade or Gatorade, Power Bars, a bag of chips, and if im staying out for a long time I will make sandwiches.
Grizzn N Bassin reply :
always got a bag of beef jereky with me, and some kind of drink water, gaterade etc. and i always have a tin of grizzly!
Bob C reply :
How do you guys stay out so long? I can go 4 hrs. max and I've got get rid of my morning coffee. I fish small lakes with houses all around. You can't just stand up and cut loose. Last summer there was a guy anchored about 150 ft. off shore. I was drifting along the shore and he never saw me. I was about 25 ft. from him between him and shore when he stood up and emptied himself in a coffee can. As he turned to empty it he saw me and was obviously embarrassed and pulled anchor and headed for the ramp. Good thing he had his back to us as my wife was with me. We got a laugh out it. Now when I go out the wife asks if I have my Folgers can. 
Jason Short reply :
Cold chicken, BBQ beef, or ham sandwiches, granola bars, jerky, lots of sunflower seeds, tons of water, usually some cookies or something that my mom makes. There's a lot of salt but I just drink lots of water and I'm fine.
lanzbass reply :
Turkey sandwich, thermos of decaf coffee ,water jug and trail mix...
Texfisherman reply :
I'm starving now that I've read all of this.
Jerky for sure, chips, store bought sandwiches, energy drinks, Gatorade and water.
SnazzySenko reply :
Wow guys! You blew this thread up! Some interesting stuff here, thanks for the responses. I see most fisherman love to snack on beef jerky!
whitwolf reply :
Water, power aid, an energy bar, and Copenhagen.
Brian Needham reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 12:10 PM, BassnChris said:Can't believe Brian has not chimed in.......he carries a small convenience store with him.
HA! I just now saw this thread...... and it is true, I eat good on the water, and am always prepared for meeting an army of folks that may be hungry.
Ham and cheese sandwiches , pringles, saltine crackers, ritz crackers, peanut butter, chili cheese fritos, rice crispy treats, slim jims/cheese packs, beef jerky assorted nuts, peanuts, almonds ect , goldfish crackers, snickers, twix, paydays,....oh yeah, Nutter butters! and those little grandmas crème cookie sandwiches(love those), and sometimes a variety of little debbies.... I try not to do a bunch of chocolates cause the melt and don't keep well in a boat.
and at least a 12 pack of Diet Cokes in the cooler and another in storage.
there you have it.......Needham's on the water buffet ... subject to change by season and how many times kids have been in my boat!!
bassh8er reply :
Coors Light
slonezp reply :
For tourneys: Always doughnuts from Thorntons and a milk for breakfast. Sub sammiches, and apples and a ton of water for the day.
coots reply :
Made the mistake of forgetting my water at home last year. That will be the last time I ever.. and I mean EVER go without something to drink.
Anyway, as far as food goes. We usually make some type of sandwiches as well. However, I've found out that a banana goes a long way out there. List goes something like
Sandwich (PB&J, anything else)
Jerky - all kinds of flavors
Banana
Crackers - we like the Lance Variety Packs
Sunflower Seeds
hungry? why wait? Grab a snickers! 
EvanT123 reply :
I'm not one to preach anything however I always try and eat a balanced diet the reality is different though. When I know I'm going to be fishing the greasy food is off. A nature bar and water works for me. No one wants to drive home and feel like they are going to pass out lol.
96ecss reply :
It varies depending on how long I'm going to be out. If it's just for a few hours I just bring water and maybe a granola bar. If I'm going to be out all day I bring any combination of the following.
Sandwiches - PB&J and maybe a turkey sandwich or a hoagie.
Peanut butter crackers
Trail mix
Granola bars
Chips or cookies
Diet Coke
Water
Gatorade
Dave
Oregon Native reply :
I'm finding it interesting that not to many take an apple. A Honey Crisp munched between spots is great for both fluid and norishment and taste's pretty good to.
Also like water or gatoraid
PNB and J
Subway Sand
Granola or nuts
(yup I'm a muncher)..happens when ya loose fourty pounds the wrong way!!
P.S. Basically I don't fish anymore without something. Sometimes even during a tourney I'll find myself sitting back for five minitues reflecting on why thing's are %$!@ing. It sometimes helps.
McAlpine reply :
On 2/19/2014 at 1:46 AM, Bob C said:How do you guys stay out so long? I can go 4 hrs. max and I've got get rid of my morning coffee. I fish small lakes with houses all around. You can't just stand up and cut loose. Last summer there was a guy anchored about 150 ft. off shore. I was drifting along the shore and he never saw me. I was about 25 ft. from him between him and shore when he stood up and emptied himself in a coffee can. As he turned to empty it he saw me and was obviously embarrassed and pulled anchor and headed for the ramp.
City boys.
I'll pee anywhere, anytime for anyone.
Bob C reply :
On 2/20/2014 at 11:35 PM, McAlpine said:City boys.
I'll pee anywhere, anytime for anyone.
I've been in a few houses on these lakes. They all seem to have binoculars or a telescope in the window.
tbone1993 reply :
Prefishing or fun fishing
Breakfast ( eggs or whatever)
2 sandwiches ( either ham or pb&j) sometimes substitute subway.Normally give the extra to my boater.
Tons of water, gatorade.
clif bars
these peanut , nut bars.
jerky - nuts chips etc.
coffee
Tournament
Small ligtht breakfast- nothing big
about a gallon of redbull
water
sandwich ( pb&j or ham)
cliff bars and other snack bars. Sometimes more healthy than candy.
Bob C reply :
On 2/20/2014 at 11:35 PM, McAlpine said:City boys.
I'll pee anywhere, anytime for anyone.
What do the tournament guys do with spectators all around? They must have 10 gallon kidneys. 
ThurmanMerman reply :
I eat homemade energy bars with honey/cashews/almonds/chia seeds/pecans/ dried fruit. It doesn't have unnecessary sugars so you won't experience any crash. There's tons of recipes for different versions. Can't forget PB&J, too!
Oregon Native reply :
Shy: Bottom of boat in a container
Curtious: Back by big motor
Don't care: Bare and share
Back in Oregon it was a ticket if caught hanging over the side
Mike L reply :
When I started tourn fishing I used to bring 2 sandwiches, some fruit, a handfull of cookies, small bag of crackers and a small thermos of coffee.
Now water in summer, coffee in winter and 2 packages of Lunchables..Those things are great, they have everything!
Mike
starcraft1 reply :
Last nights left overs, water, & a touch of bubbly in my coffee for the morn chill.
Shadow93 reply :
My Favorites:
Pop tarts in the morning.
Chips and Slim Jims during lunch time.
Cold pizza around dusk.
Oreos for night fishing.
Wpcat6611 reply :
Slim jims are a must. Just don't confuse one for a green pumpkin senko 
Christian M reply :
Ill usually try to bring healthy food with me; a turkey sandwich or wrap, trail mix, fruit, and some sort of sports drink to replenish my electrolytes. Usually I dont touch any of it because im too busy fishing!!
bigbill reply :
I bring when were on the lake some peanut butter and jelly sandwiches easy one handers to eat. Or some salami & cheese which could end up as bait on a slow day. The panfish May like a visit to an Italian deli?
My question is why when the sandwich tastes so great is when I get a strike?
I usually time eating when I'm Carolina rig worming.
RoLo reply :
To help wash down my lunch, I always take along a liter of gin.
It definitely helps my fishing, in fact I can't remember the last time I got skunked 
(jk)
Roger
MacP reply :
Sandwiches.
Champfishnva reply :
beef jerky, an smackers they are already made up Pb&j an they are amazing!!! honey an peanut butter for mornings an the strawberry ones for lunch
jhoffman reply :
I cook in the woods or on the water just like I am at home, no difference. Tournament day I probably will take a sandwhich or I wont eat.
Fish Murderer 71 reply :
Thats easy... six pack of crackers and a big chunk of venison summer sausage. spit seeds and a big ole jug of unsweet tea (I'm diabetic). But I only eat when I start to get the shakes. The fishing obsession takes over and I aint got time to stop and eat.
Zach Dunham reply :
I eat a big breakfast, I love breakfast, no matter how early I get up. I will drink a lot of gatorade and water and maybe bring a Clif Bar and a half a sandwich. Clif Bars will keep your stomach happy.
Lucas Li reply :
I eat beer and finish dehydrated, drunk, and regretting not bringing water or food. Then I pass out on the couch and all is well.
buckeye_bass66 reply :
On my home lake there is a gas station with a dock down in the canal. Just think of the possibilities. Redbull and some butterfingers maybe a sandwhich or two
BigAL reply :
Skoal n diet coke ewwwww weeeeew!!!!!
wisconsin heat reply :
Havoc Juice Worms or Craw Fattys. The PowerBait formula doesn't taste right to me.
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