Watching a pro throw a cast net is fascinating and a bit humbling experience. Draping part of a 10-foot net over one shoulder, a portion in his mouth and the rest gathered in his hands, he spins and launches it, and it miraculously opens in a perfect circle as it hits the water.
Most throw it Frisbee-like, back-handed, while some launch smaller nets forehanded. Throwing a big, 10-foot net is an art that takes effort and strength, and the thrower gets wet doing it, but that’s his job.
Fortunately, 10-foot nets are not necessary for catching shrimp, and a 5- or 6-foot net is much easier to handle. Most nets are packaged with throwing instructions, or you can watch several on-line videos to learn the technique. A couple of practice sessions in the backyard can get you ready for shrimp season.
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