Catfish Fishing

For years, catfish have taken a backseat to more glamorous species like largemouth bass and walleyes. But times have changed. Today, nearly 10 million anglers wet a line hoping to do battle with a monster cat. Learn how to catch bigger catfish than ever before. This book is a comprehensive look at the world of catfish. Beginning with the biology of catfish, Author Keith Sutton then follows with the where-to and how-to information that will lead to successful fishing. Beyond locating fish and rig & tackle techniques, there's even a section on cleaning and cooking your catfish.

The catfish: it's big, tasty, and found in North American waters from central Canada all the way south to Mexico. The catfish is often the first fish a young angler lands. From the initial tap that signals a catfish has taken the bait to the methods of preparing a delicious meal, this book will inform young anglers about the habitats, fishing techniques, and safety precautions surrounding catfish fishing. No need for fancy equipment or exotic trips; readers can grab their fishing rod and bait and head to the local pond or favorite freshwater habitat and get started.

Catch more and bigger fish More than 50 million freshwater anglers and 22 million saltwater anglers in North America are all looking for ways to tip the odds in their favor for catching their favorite fish species. They need to look no further. Fishing Tips & Tricks not only offers tips to make fishing easier and more productive, it helps make fishing more fun! The up-close and detailed photographs show how. These tips come from years of research; and includes everything from buying new waders and using hemostats to timing the strike to casting sinking fly lines. The author covers both freshwater and saltwater species, methods and skills. Sections include: · Tips From Famous Anglers · Tackle Tips · General purpose Tips · Equipment Tips · Gamefish Tips · Making a Record of Your Catch · Making & Modifying Lures · Care & Preparation of Fish

Newly updated for 2016, the Southern Ohio Fishing Map Guide is a thorough, easy-to-use collection of detailed contour lake maps, fish stocking data, and the best fishing spots and tips from area experts. Fishing maps, access and accommodations, detailed area road maps and exhaustive fishing information for lakes in the southern portion the state are provided in this eBook. Lake maps and fishing information for all of southern Ohio's fishing lakes & reservoirs -Alum Creek, Buckeye, Caesar Creek, Clendening and more - over 80 in all! Plus border-to-border coverage of the Ohio River! Discover all of southern Ohio's great fishing opportunities with this handy guide! Whether you’re going for catfish on the Ohio River, walleyes on C. J. Brown Reservoir or saugeyes on Seneca Lake, you'll find all the information you need to enjoy a successful day out on the water on one of Southern Ohio’s many excellent fisheries. Know your waters. Catch more fish with the Southern Ohio Fishing Map Guide.

Describes in detail how to catch every kind of freshwater fish in almost any situation.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned angler, this illustrated manual will help you polish up your fishing skills. A lavishly illustrated companion complete with maps and information on best seasons and hot spots, The Complete Fishing Manual shows you the best places for fishing experiences. Helpful notes on choosing the right kit, tackle, clothing, and accessories help you prepare to be perfectly poised for a memorable affair with nature. The e-guide also goes beyond other books to cover strategies for fly fishing, coarse fishing, and game fishing. Featuring detailed tactics and techniques for both freshwater and saltwater species, and explaining the anatomy, behavior, and habitat of fish from all over the world, this indispensable volume gives you everything you need to improve your float, ledger, lure, and fly skills. With authoritative explanatory text as well as clear, detailed photography, The Complete Fishing Manual is an invaluable aid for keen anglers everywhere.

New Mexico is an angler's delight. It has more than a thousand miles of fishable creeks, streams, and rivers and almost a quarter-million surface acres of lakes and reservoirs. This book is a complete guide to fishing in all of these waters. Over two hundred public, private, and Indian reservation-fishing areas are covered. From the state's two best-known fishing areas--the San Juan river and Elephant Butte Reservoir--to all of the waters associated with the state's ten drainages, this book provides detailed information for each site on location, size, depth, shoreline description, fish species, suggested angling techniques, seasonal fishing reports, road access, camping and boating facilities, and handicapped accessibility. This book is sure to become indispensable to two types of anglers: beginners, young and old, who want to take up the sport, and veterans--including newcomers to the state--who seek up-to-date information on all species of coldwater and warm water sport fish in New Mexico.

Every kid who ever started fishing probably tried to catch a panfish with a worm. That setup has been the tried-and-true method for generations. There are other kinds of live bait that work just as well; maybe even better in some conditions and for certain fish. In addition to the chapter on Worms & Leeches, this book covers Baitfish, Insects, Salamanders & Frogs, Crustaceans and Other Natural Baits (such as salmon eggs and clams). Complete information on how to catch and keep these baits is followed by sections on how to actually use each live bait type. New on the freshwater-fishing scene in recent years is the use of dough baits and scents. Which one to choose, plus how and when to use each is fully explained. Equipment is discussed in detail: hooks, bobbers, sinkers, rods, and reels. The authors suggest many tips for using different kinds of equipment in various fishing locations and situations. The final chapter matches common freshwater fish species with the best kind of live bait to use, depending on where the fish are and what time of year it is.