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Aug 17 2010

Good Luck Charms

All bow to the hyena.  Photo: Louis Cahill
All bow to the hyena. Photo: Louis Cahill

On his trip to Andros South this past May, Michael White brought along his trusty hyena – a good luck charm that always seems to bring him good fishing.  Have a look at the writeup Whitey sent us on his hyena, and then let us know what brings you good luck!

Whitey’s Hyena

Amulet/Talisman: Any object intended to bring good luck to its owner.

I’m not an angler given to very many superstitions. I’ve eaten bananas in a boat, stepped on plenty of cracks, walked under ladders, caught fish on the first cast…hell I’ve even broken a mirror before. None of it seemed to affect me or, worse yet, hinder my fishing.

But, since the early 90’s there is one thing I’m never without…Hyena (or Shenzi for those Lion King fans out there).

For those of you who have fished with me, you know she is never far from my side. Typically found in my boat bag, fanny pack, pocket or in my briefcase when traveling, she has brought me all the luck I’ve ever needed. I’ve even rubbed her on other people’s rods just to give them a bit of her juju, often with good results. Next time we’re on the water together, just know she’s always ready to help a brutha out.

What About You?

Whitey gets good luck from his hyena.  What about you?  What good luck charms do you bring along on your fishing trips?  Leave us a comment and let us know!

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  1. Russ says

    August 17, 2010 at 9:58 am

    A Hei Matau ( Fish Hook pendant from NZ). It’s supposed to bring luck when crossing over water, but since I got it, I’ve only ever caught fish while wearing it. When I forget, I always seem to get skunked, so now it’s the first piece of gear I get ready before going on a trip

  2. Doug Jett says

    August 19, 2010 at 4:57 am

    I keep a Kalik Bottle Cap in my boat bag -may not help me catch fish, but helps me remember some damn good times on the water!! Come to think of it, not sure anything could help me catch fish that is legal.

  3. dana sturn says

    August 19, 2010 at 9:02 pm

    Here’s mine: http://twitpic.com/2frldq

    Picked it up in Bella Coola on my way into the Dean this year and hung it from my neck with 30# Maxima. Had a great trip so I’ll keep it handy from now on!

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  1. Talismans are for superstitious weirdos (like my friends and I) | Michael Gracie says:
    August 19, 2010 at 10:25 am

    […] representative extraordinaire, is well-known for sticking toads, and (surprise, surprise) he carries a good luck charm around as well. It’s a hyena, one that looks like it has fashion sense too. Editor’s […]

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