After searching for "Herring brine" and reading the posts, I got a little confused, so I would appreciate a refresher for the 2003 season.

1. If I buy good quality frozen herring, what is the best way to prepare it for a day of fishing?

2. If I buy dead herring that has not been frozen, how do I store it for use over the next 2 days?

3. If I buy live herring in the morning for use under a bobber from the beach, how do I store it and if it dies, then what?

Also, which of the above makes for the best bait.

Earlier posts included members who pick up herring on on their way out fishing, or at the beginning of the season and freeze it and pack it for the entire year. That is pretty cool, but I don' t think I am ready for anything that involved yet.

Thanks in advance for any information you can provide.

Jeff