Techniques
Catfish Basics: The Bait Equation Story and photo by Keith “Catfish” Sutton
Freshly caught bait like this skipjack herring will often outfish frozen or commercial baits by a significant margin. Catfish Basics: The Bait Equation Story and photo by Keith “Catfish” Sutton...
From Fresh to Frozen: Winning the Catfish Bait Game Story and photos by Brad Durick
Chicken breast, Jell-o and garlic powder, a surprising bait combination that will often catch catfish, no just in a pinch but anytime other baits run short From Fresh to...
The Bait Stinks, But the Fishing Doesn’t By Brent Frazee Photos courtesy of Danny King
When Danny King (right) uses his stinkbait, there often are catfish headed for the frying pan. The Bait Stinks, But the Fishing Doesn’t By Brent Frazee Photos courtesy of Danny...
Does the Bait You Use Really Matter? Story and photos by Capt. Richard Simms
Like most catfishermen, Al Rogers often wonders whether or not using the right bait is the key to catching catfish, or whether the only thing that matters is putting any...
CFN How-to Video with Michael Haney—Fishing Riprap for Spring Cats
In May and June, catfish often gather on long stretches of riprap (rocks covering banks to aid erosion control) to gorge on shad, crawfish and other forage animals. B’n’M Poles...
Catfish Basics: Bank Fishing Smarter, Not Harder By Keith “Catfish” Sutton
Success from the bank isn’t about waiting longer. It’s about fishing smarter. Cover water, watch your lines, and don’t be afraid to move. Catfish Basics: Bank Fishing Smarter, Not...
Catfishing The Yazoo River By Rodney Crimm
A highly effective tactic for catching catfish along the Yazoo River is positioning yourself upstream from wood structure like the two fishermen in this photo. Catfishing The Yazoo River...
CFN How-to Video with Joey Pounders—How to Hook a Shad
Does it really matter how you hook a shad bait? Yes, it does, and the amount of current present where you are fishing could help you determine which way is...
Catfish Basics: What to Do When Catfish Won’t Bite By Keith “Catfish” Sutton
When catfish won’t bite, a change in bait, location or depth can turn a quiet day into action. Catfish Basics: What to Do When Catfish Won’t Bite By Keith...
Go With the Flow for More Catfish Story and photos by Capt. Richard Simms
Using the right technique to match the flow conditions at the time is almost always guaranteed to produce big smiles! Go With the Flow for More Catfish Story and...
