

I was also float fishing and unaware it was happening but I did use a rod stand so I know that's not an issue. I just got this one done earlier this year myself while grinding rowdy bass and leprechaun fish for baitcoins during the St. He didn't even know he was doing it until the notification popped up that it was completed. I had a friend a couple of years ago do it while float fishing with shiners for furry trout and antlered salmon while I was lighting off fireworks for him during the Christmas event. I think you're best chance at completing this is during a holiday event where bait fishing is required for the event fish. Same with lure fishing, one missed strike or a snag that pulls in weeds or trash will do the same thing. I've had plenty of pike that nibble and leave, and that's all it takes to reset the counter.
