It’s that time of year when catfishing gets tough. Female catfish are laying their eggs in underwater cavities, males are guarding the eggs and fry, and, as a result, anglers are finding it hard to coax fish to bite. What should you do when you confront this situation? Mississippi catfishermen Joey Pounders and Jay Gallop, both members of B’n’M Poles’ pro staff, explain why fish get tight-lipped and offer tips for dealing with this seasonal setback.