Instant Regret
You'd think one look at this thin board extended from the dock would have informed this guy that it wasn't strong enough to hold him up, but alas, he learned the hard way. That's what happens when common sense escapes you, it seems.
Makeshift Ruler
When you leave home without a ruler, you have to make do with what you have. Competitive fishing is a huge element of the sport, which means that it's usually a good idea to carry some sort of ruler or tape measurer with you. Even if you find yourself without a ruler, all you need is a pen and some skin to measure the size of your catch.