Jan 2017

Dale Russell Lowe, Jr has caught big catfish before, just not this big! He was fishing the Icebowl Tournament on John H. Kerr Reservoir (Buggs Island Lake). The reservoir is...

by Ron Presley Engaging wels catfish, it’s purely for sport   The 47-year-old angler wandered the shoreline in search of simple pleasures. He was looking for a suitable spot in...

Catfishing is a family sport. If you don’t think so, just ask Jennifer Keach King. “My tip is coming from a family perspective,” said Jennifer. “ALWAYS get the kids involved!”...

by Ken Cook Find the structure and you find the fish Whitey Outlaw and his son Matt of St. Matthews, South Carolina are both crappie tournament champions who have lived,...

The flathead catfish is one amazing predator and no doubt one of the coolest and strongest fish in fresh water. They are incredibly efficient hunters. One of many common misconceptions...

by Ron Presley Bumping is Best This column is a series of personal profiles describing catfish anglers whose passion for their sport goes beyond the simple pleasure of engagement. Hopefully...

No Noodling in Missouri by Ron Presley Recreational angling for blue catfish like this is reserved for hook and line fishing in Missouri. No noodling allowed. Catfish conservation takes many...

By Glenn Flowers Finding flatties on the run Runnin’ and gunnin’ works very well during daylight hours too, as shown by this nice flattie. Most people’s idea of flathead fishing...

by Bob Wattendorf Editor’s Note: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is heavily involved in supporting kids in the outdoors. Bob Wattendorf has highlighted that commitment and the...

Structuring a National Catfish Championship     Lyle Stokes (center) is shown here doing a Catfish Weekly remote broadcast from the 2016 Mississippi River Monsters tournament in Memphis, with Bill Dance. Doc...