Yeah make a check list in your head or write one down, then do a quick assessment of what you have left in your car. Lesson learned. It sucks loosing gear
Try to find a bamboo gaff. A little bit of tough love...You will get a fish soon, but don't feel entitled to a fish every time you go out either. Some days are better than others but the fish are always out there. It's not always a magic trick or luck all the time that gets fish, most people catching them discovered their own pattern to follow and things to look for. 40 hours is scratching the surface on the sport and there a lot of signs you will notice as you spend more time out there. Be happy so many people are catching fish, it means there is plenty out there! Check out tides4fishing and enjoy some freedom on the water
