I was reading the SCDNR Alligator Hunting Guide and it mentioned that you should have a snare that it taped to a poll for grabbing the gator and securing it once it is at the boat. Do I really need this? If so, can someone describe for me what type of snare apparatus I need? Something that I buy or make myself?

As a side note, with regard to the gator line attached to my arrow, can I just use a small boat bumper as a float at the end of my line?

Finally, and last question, does anyone know of a processor for the Walterboro area?

Thanks, CC