Catfish Secrets

Buy a cake of "Cotton Seed" Break it into small pieces Place the pieces into a bag "Burlap bag" Soak the bag in water for three days Pick out a good fishing spot that you like Tie the bag to a tree limb so that it is about 2 feet under the water Pour the bucket of water into the same area (Water that cake soaked in) Wait about 1-2 weeks Come back prepaired to catch huge amounts of Catfish and bass If you can set a trotline out in the same area and check it often

joke of the day

Three blondes are sitting by the side of a river holding fishing poles with the lines in the water. A Game Warden comes up behind them, taps them on the shoulder and says, "Excuse me, ladies, I'd like to see your fishing licenses." 

"We don't have any." replied the first blonde. 

"Well, if your going to fish, you need fishing licenses." said the Game Warden. 

"But officer," replied the second blonde,"we aren't fishing. All we have are magnets at the end of our lines and we're collecting debris off the ottom of the river." 

The Game Warden lifted up all the lines and, sure enough, there were horseshoe magnets tied on the end of each line. "Well, I know of no law against it," said the Game Warden, "take all the debris you want." And with that, the Game Warden left. 

As soon as the Game Warden was out of sight, the three blondes started laughing hysterically. "What a dumb Fish Cop," the second blonde said to the other two, "doesn't he know that there are steelhead in this river?!"

Cold Weather Catfish Fishing Tips

If you're a true catfish fan then you don't want to let a little cold weather from Mother Nature prevent you from doing what you love. If you plan to fish in cold weather then you need to know about these cold weather catfish fishing tips. As you may already know, the fish can act differently according to the weather and the season. In addition, many fishermen respond differently or use different techniques in the cold weather than what they would use in warmer weather. So what can you do to reel in the catfish when it's cold outside?

What are some of the differences to cold water catfishing when compared to other times of the year?

This time of year, there is less competition from other fishermen for a great spot.
There is less noise and other distractions to scare your fish off.
You can find catfish closer to the banks and shore in colder weather.
You do not usually have to go as deep in the waters to find your catfish.
It is easier to fish on the edges of the water.
It is harder for the catfish to feed so they will be anxious to find your bait.
Catfish are often bigger this time of year.
There is more selection as fewer people are fishing in the cold weather. You have a chance at bigger fish!
The catfish move slower at this time of year.
They are often found just trolling the bottoms of the waters.

These are some of the advantages to cold weather catfish fishing. But if you're planning to try your hand at catching catfish in the colder months of the year, you need to know the proper techniques for achieving this.

Cold Weather of the waters and leave your bait stationary for a few moments before gently and slowly moving it.

Move slowly but from time to time, wiggle the bait around on the bottom to attract the attention of the fish again.
Use strong odor bait. Catfish respond strongly to their sense of smell, especially in colder weather.

Remember to remain patient and persistent. When fishing in cold weather, it may take some time to start getting bites.

Remember to pack snacks, beverages and more and be patient. Also remember your cold weather garb so you don't freeze before making catches.

To find the right technique that works for you in cold weather catfishing, you may need to try a few different tactics. Fishing from the banks or from a boat is preferred over wading which is not as practical or effective in cold weather.

You can even ice fish for catfish from a hole in the ice if you have proper equipment. Just go slow, be patient and try until you find the method that is working right for you on that given day.

More Cold Weather Catfish Fishing Tips

Since the catfish may be harder to find on the cold weather and if fishing in ice or cold, your visibility may be obscured, it can be helpful to enlist the aid of electronic fishing tools. Even inexpensive, simple tools can help you locate fish under the surface. These eyes beneath the water will make it easier for you to see the fish and where they are.

joke of the day

Jim had an awful day fishing on the lake, sitting in the blazing sun all day without catching a single one. On his way home, he stopped at the supermarket and ordered four catfish. He told the fish salesman, "Pick four large ones out and throw them at me, will you?"

"Why do you want me to throw them at you?"

"Because I want to tell my wife that I caught them."

"Okay, but I suggest that you take the orange roughy."

"But why?"

"Because your wife came in earlier today and said that if you came by, I
should tell you to take orange roughy. She prefers that for supper tonight."

Selecting the Right Bait for Winter Catfish Fishing

Selecting the right bait for winter catfish fishing is not as difficult as you might think. You will always have good luck with bait that imitates the natural food source of the water in which you are fishing but having a variety of different options available will ensure your success.

Below is a list of the bait that is among the most favorite of many anglers when fishing in the winter:

When choosing the best bait to use consider the average size of the catfish in the body of water you are fishing. Bait that is too small will be ignored by the larger catfish and bait that is to large will not be taken by the smaller ones. Using the wrong size bait can keep you from getting the most from your fishing trips and keep in mind that normally fishing near the bottom of the water will get you the best results when you are winter catfish fishing.

You also need to be aware that the catfish will move slower during the winter than they do during the spring and fall so you have to compensate for this by moving the bait at a slow even pace. Like most all species of fish the catfish will gather together in groups even in the wintertime, so your first job is to find where they are congregating together. Once you have located the catfish you are ready to present your bait and start reeling them in.