Catfish around the United States typically spawn in late spring and early summer. As the water warms to around 75 degrees, species like channel catfish and flathead catfish get ready to reproduce. An astute angler can use this information to maximize their chances of fishing success. When it comes to catfish, understanding the spawn is … Read more
Catfish are amazing creatures. They are a thrill for anglers, but they also survive in some of the oddest places for fish. Rice paddies, which flood with water, often have catfish in them. So, what happens when the water in those places dries up? Amazingly, catfish can breathe atmospheric air, and many people ask how … Read more
As catfish fishing becomes more popular, people ask questions, such as where catfish hide in ponds. The short answer is that catfish hide in the deepest part of ponds, though that is not always true. Keep reading as we explore the hiding spots of catfish in ponds, streams, and lakes. Where do catfish hide in … Read more
Catfish are opportunistic predator fish that feed on a wide variety of foods. If you are wondering, do catfish eat other fish? The answer is yes; they eat other fish. A good rule of thumb to consider what a catfish will eat is this: Catfish will eat whatever it can fit in its mouth. In … Read more
Catfish fishing is an all-American pastime and one that is growing quickly. But, if you are new to catfish fishing, you may be wondering: Do Catfish Have Teeth? What Happens if You Get Bitten by a Catfish? Is Catfish Noodling Dangerous? Inside this blog, we cover those questions and many others. Along the way, we … Read more
If you are new to fishing for Catfish, you may wonder when the best time of year is to fish them. In addition, many anglers wonder when do catfish start biting. The simple answer is that catfish bite all year long. So keep reading as we discuss how to fish for Catfish, what times of … Read more
Walleye are one of the most targeted Fish in Northern waters. These are cool water fish and some of the best eating fish you can find. When you have a stringer of Walleye, you want to clean them quickly. Learn how to wash and clean Walleye in ten seconds flat. How do you Clean Walleye … Read more
If not knowing how to clean a fish is holding you back, don’t worry. Inside this post, we will teach you how to fillet a smallmouth bass. You can clean fish at home, but a better place is right at the lake or river. Most fishing locations with a boat launch have a fish cleaning … Read more
Shimano is far more well-known for its cycling componentry than its fishing gear, especially its shifters and derailleurs. That said, Shimano is known, above all else, for high-end quality and premier products used by professionals within the field, and the company meets this lofty standard in the fishing market as well. However, that’s not to … Read more
St Croix is an interesting fishing company in that it understands its place in the market and stays in its lane to great effect. That said, the St. Croix is definitely more of a generalist brand that doesn’t provide the absolute best performance or the greatest value but offers a good mix of the two. … Read more