Abstract: A method and apparatus is disclosed for fishing. The apparatus is adapted for use with a fishing line and includes a one-piece compact floatable fishing device forming a first longitudinal axis. The fishing device has a fixed spool coaxially aligned with the first longitudinal axis of the fishing device. A handle is disposed at the first end of the fishing device and the spool is disposed adjacent the handle to operably allow releasing and locking of the fishing line on the spool. The fishing device is independent of moving parts. The fishing device is adapted for use with a tube having an inner surface and a blocking shoulder corresponding with the outer surface and blocking shoulder of the second end of the fishing device to provide unattended use of the fishing device. A method for fishing comprises the above apparatus which allows right-hand use or, alternatively, left-hand use of the fishing device.