Catfish Like A Pro

After an unsuccessful try at becoming a commercial catfisherman, the author chose to stay in college and finish his degree, but finding and catching catfish always has intrigued professional outdoor writer John E. Phillips. Throughout the rest of his life, he has continued to search out some of the best catfishermen in the nation and learn their tactics for how to catch catfish.Many of the strategies you'll learn in this book come from the men who earn a portion of their living guiding and competing in professional cat-catching tournaments. Whether you want to learn how to catch catfish sitting on the bank or in a boat or fishing calm water or the turbulent waters that come from hydroelectric plants, this book has the best tips from some of the most-productive catfishermen who've learned the secrets of Mr. Whiskers through many years of trying a wide variety of different baits under various types of fishing conditions. You'll learn about the fishing tackle you'll need, the various methods you may employ and the strategies you can use to catch the most catfish.Although the catfish is not a glamour-fish like the trout, the walleye, the bass, the crappie or even the bluegill, when its fillets are put on the platter and prepared with one of the recipes in this book, you easily can understand why the catfish is one of the most sought-after freshwater species in America. To add to the catfish's popularity, it is found in almost every creek, river, lake, tailrace or puddle of water that you can jump across. The catfish is America's fish, and it's been feeding mankind since the beginning of time. If you want to catch good groceries that fight hard and are delicious to eat, learn how to fish like a pro in this book. This edition is printed in black and white.

No matter where people live, catfish likely swim nearby. That makes them a popular fish to catch--and an exciting one. Their size can range from the length of a hand to the length of a body! This motivating guide helps anglers, new and experienced, prepare for a catfish expedition. They'll learn about the kinds of catfish, where to find them, the best gear and bait, and--importantly--about fishing safety. Finally, they'll learn about responsible fishing, with a focus on conservation. Whether readers are aiming to catch and release or catch and eat, they'll discover the keys to success.

In the past 20 years, pursuit of catfish, particularly the larger flathead and blue species, has become a technical endeavor. Keith Sutton, one of the most experienced catfishers in America, shows how to locate, target, attract, and catch big, big catfish—and numerous color photos throughout prove this is within every angler's ability. He distills years of catfishing know-how, his own and that of his sources, into a fun and visually enjoyable instructional volume that offers plenty of ideas on how to improve or customize current tactics, and how to catch some seriously big fish. In addition, he offers instruction for the farm-pond and local-river angler looking to nab some bullheads and channel catfish for the grill.

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.

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Catfish are among the largest and hardest fighting game fish found in North America. Master angler Keith "Catfish" Sutton shares his in-depth knowledge and reveals both time-tested and advanced catfishing techniques to make Catfishing: Beyond the Basics the ultimate handbook for catching these remarkable fish. Learn catfishing techniques for channel cats, blues, flatheads, and bullheads using innovative and alternative tactics. Find out about advanced baits and the use of a wide range of equipment and tackle. Catfishing: Beyond the Basics is your step-by-step guide to the lore, techniques, and secrets of catching catfish. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for fishermen. Our books for anglers include titles that focus on fly fishing, bait fishing, fly-casting, spin casting, deep sea fishing, and surf fishing. Our books offer both practical advice on tackle, techniques, knots, and more, as well as lyrical prose on fishing for bass, trout, salmon, crappie, baitfish, catfish, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.