Cleaning and filleting a fish is an essential skill for any angler. Here are the basic steps to clean and fillet a fish: 1. Scale the fish using a fish scaler or a knife, scraping from tail to head. 2. Gut the fish by making a small incision near the vent and removing the innards. 3. Rinse the fish thoroughly under cold water. 4. Fillet the fish by making a cut behind the gills down to the backbone, then running the knife along the backbone to the tail, separating the fillet from the bones. 5. Repeat on the other side. 6. Remove the skin by placing the fillet skin-side down on a cutting board and slicing between the flesh and skin. Remember to always use a sharp knife and work on a clean surface.

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