- Storing fishing rods and hooks safely is something that may seem like a trivial task but when you end up with a few hooks in your hands, feet, legs or other unplanned body parts it becomes a high priority. I have guide clients in my boat almost all of the time and have to not only watch for my safety but the safety of others. In this video I show you the safest way to store the hooks on your fishing rods when not in use, how to store your fishing line and a simple and effective tip for keeping your line from getting tangled.