Northern pikes are a popular game fish in many states. They can be difficult to clean, but with a little know-how, they can be cleaned easily. The first step is to remove the fish from the water. If you are cleaning a large fish, you may need to cut it into manageable pieces. If the fish is small, you can simply grab it by the tail and pull it out of the water. Once the fish is out of the water, rinse it off with cold water. You may want to use a hose if your pond or lake is large enough. Make sure all of the dirt and debris is removed before moving on to step two. The next step is to scrub the fish clean using a stiff brush or your hands. Make sure to get into all of the nooks and crannies. Be sure not to use soap; this will only make matters worse. Once everything has been scrubbed clean, rinse it off again and dry it off completely using a towel or cloth. You may also want to apply some salt if your pond or lake contains saltwater species of fish like northern pikes or salmonids (fish that have scales along their back). ..
