Techniques
The Santee Cooper Lakes Story and photos by Terry Madewell
Excellent catfishing is available year-round on lakes Marion and Moultrie, but tactics change seasonally. The Santee Cooper Lakes Story and photos by Terry Madewell Catfishermen are optimists in the...
CFN How-to Video—Sinker Slides & Knot Protectors
Catfish guide Capt. David Magness breaks down two small pieces of terminal tackle that can make a big difference on the water: sinker slides and knot protectors. In this quick...
Cold-Water Catfishing Basics Story and photo by Keith “Catfish” Sutton
Channel and blue catfish stay active throughout winter. Savvy anglers who dress for cold weather and visit prime waters can expect to catch several even during the season’s coldest days....
Catfish Cover Works By Brent Frazee
An angler puts together a MossBack Fish Habitat tree before sinking it to attract gamefish. Photo courtesy of MossBack Fish Habitat Catfish Cover Works By Brent Frazee Mossback Fish...
Why I Love Winter Catfishing Story and photos by Terry Madewell
A cold winter morning can be lonely, but thanks to winter fishing, the author just added a couple of new friends to his boat. Why I Love Winter Catfishing Story...
CFN How-to Video with Joey Pounders—Safely Handling a Catfish
Catfish pro Joey Pounders of Caledonia, Mississippi shows a simple, foolproof way to hold a catfish without getting finned. In this quick tip, he explains where to place your hands...
That Darn Dam Fishing Story and photos by Richard Hines
An angler patiently waits for a catfish to bite on the Big Sandy River near Fort Gay, West Virginia. Sometimes the days can get long, so smart anglers bring along...
Changing Lives Through Catfishing By Brent Frazee
Guide Mackenzie DelRosso (left) celebrated with stroke victim Brad Katt after the disabled angler reeled in a healthy blue catfish. Changing Lives Through Catfishing By Brent Frazee Mackenzie DelRosso remembers...
Big River, Big Blue Cats By Brent Frazee
David Magness often has his hands full after spending a day fishing for blue cats on the Mississippi River. (Photo courtesy of David Magness) Big River, Big Blue Cats By...
Big Catfish Lessons from Small Waters by Terry Madewell
Small waters such as ponds can provide excellent catfishing action if you know where to fish. Big Catfish Lessons from Small Waters by Terry Madewell Small waters are often...
