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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.

Provides tips and information about many aspects of fishing, including knots, tackle, fishing boats, cooking, accessories, and includes fifteen personal fishing stories.

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.

Season of the Gar is a fang-infested, monster-headed, armor-plated romp through the prehistoric swamps and murky rivers of America’s most feared and demonized fish. Follow Mark Spitzer on his lengthy and often frustrating quest from Texas and Louisiana, Missouri, and Arkansas to catch his own gar. Read about his sometimes bizarre angling adventures in search of this air-breathing freshwater giant (up to ten feet in length and well over three hundred pounds) as he separates fact from fiction. Spitzer draws on folklore, science, history, his own pet gar, and even gar recipes to tell this unique and exciting literary eco-tale about a fish that has inspired imaginations for centuries, a fish many have hated, a fish many have thrown on the shore to die.

Fishing experts blend science with catfishing experience to sweep aside myths in this in-depth how-to book focusing on understanding and catching channel catfish.

America's freshwater fishing has changed in subtle yet significant ways. Catfish is one of our popular game fish to catch and this book shows you how.

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.

Walleyes may be the most popular game fish in America after bass, and for good reason. Consistently catching this temperamental game fish can be a major challenge, but when you succeed, the reward is a tasty meal of what’s commonly considered the best-tasting freshwater fish. In this expertly written book, pro angler Mark Martin shares never-before-published advice for catching the big ones, including insider tips and techniques by season. See how to trick out your boat and the importance of breaklines in spring. Discover how to adjust for water depth and use live bait in summer. Find out the importance of location, location, location—and learn how to work weed beds in the fall. And try Martin’s gear choices and favorite bait, jigs, and spoons for fishing in winter. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or expert angler, you will benefit from this complex course on walleye fishing.