http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com Catfishing Tips, Tricks and Information To Help You Catch More and Bigger Catfish. Wed, 16 May 2012 17:01:36 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=Catfishing Radio - Fishing Podcast From Learn To Catch Catfish Catfishing Radio from Learn To Catch Catfish covers catfish fishing tips, tricks and information to help anglers learn how to catch more and bigger catfish. Catfishing Radio is the first and only podcast radio show dedicated to helping catfish anglers with their fishing needs and promoting the sport of catfishing (catfish fishing).Catfishing Radio is posted by Chad Ferguson, a veteran professional catfish guide and catfish bait manufacturer. Chad Ferguson no Chad Ferguson catfishing@learntocatchcatfish.com catfishing@learntocatchcatfish.com (Chad Ferguson) 2011 - Chad Ferguson - Catfishing 247 Networks Cafishing Tips, Tricks and Information From Learn To Catch Catfish catfishing, catfish, fishing, fishing, catfishing, radio, learn, to http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpghttp://www.learntocatchcatfish.com TV-G Fort Worth Texas Weekly http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioep27 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioep27#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 03:33:44 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5824

On this weeks episode of Catfishing Radio we bring a very special guest on the show, Mr. John Tibbs with Texas Parks and Wildlife. John is the Inland Fisheries District Supervisor with Texas Parks and Wildlife office in Waco Texas covering much of the central Texas area. John is also heading up the research for [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioep27/feed 0 catfish conservation,central texas catfish,lake granbury catfish,lake waco catfish,texas catfish noodlling Catfish Conservation, Central Texas Top Catfish Lakes, Texas Catfish Noodling, Black and White Catfish and More! On this weeks episode of Catfishing Radio we bring a very special guest on the show, Mr. John Tibbs with Texas Parks and Wildlife. John is the Inland Fisheries District Supervisor with Texas Parks and Wildlife office in Waco Texas covering much of the central Texas area. John is also heading up the research for the blue catfish slot limits that have been introduced on several Texas lakes.Before the interview we do the show announcements.I screwed up the podcast episode numbers. Last weeks show on Sonar, Down Imaging and Side Imaging was episode 26 and this is actually episode 27 Thanks to the sponsors Team Catfish and Brute Outdoors for being a sponsor of Catfishing Radio. We are running a sale THIS WEEK ONLY, it ends on Sunday May 13th at midnight. Use the coupon code MAY2012 for 15% off any of our premium products (except Jug Fishing 101). You can find all of these on the products page for quick reference. This is the time of the year for catching amazing numbers of channel catfish. Check out the Summer Channel Catfish Techniques program and fish those techniques using the Secret Channel Catfish Rig. If blue catfish is more your speed then the techniques outlined in the Spring Blue Catfish Techniques program will still work. We have a BIG announcement coming up soon. Make sure you keep a close eye on the website!Catfishing Radio Episode 27We have John Tibbs on the show. John and I  cover the following topics:Catfish Conservation – Texas Parks and Wildlife has an experimental slot in place on Lake Lewisville, Lake Waco and Richland Chambers Reservoir here in Texas. Anglers can keep a full bag limit of fish less than 30”, everything between 30 and 45 inches has to be released and anything over 45 inches the anglers can keep one per day. They are studying what they can do to increase the populations of trophy catfish on these lakes and what kind of impact they can have on the fisheries. John and I discuss this program, what they are doing, how they are studying the trophy catfish populations and monitoring the impact of this program. John provides a sort of 50,000 foot overview of what is taking place with this. He also covers what the plans are in the future if this program has impacts on these fisheries and what would take place. Trophy Catch and Release - John and I have a conversation about trophy catch and release and how the attitude has changed towards the catch and release of big catfish over the years and the support level that is coming from anglers and even from jug fishing anglers. Catfishing Popularity Is Growing – We discuss the popularity increase in catfishing across the country and the popularity of Texas catfishing. The catfish is the second most popular fish in Texas second only to bass and even beats out the “anything” anglers who are out on the water. John and I discuss this and discuss the attitude of Texas Parks and Wildlife towards catfish anglers. How Long Does It Take A Catfish To Mature – We discuss how long it takes a catfish to mature and how a 10 lb blue catfish in one lake can vary greatly in age from different bodies of water and some of the factors that impact these growth rates which is everything from the water body to the genetics of the fish and some of these “super fish” that have been stocked in one of his lakes. Black and White Catfish – Black and white catfish or what many anglers refer to as a “holstein” catfish are popping up in lakes all over the country. We discuss what causes this weird black and white appearance, albino catfish, pigment mutations in catfish and even color variances in flathead catfish. Catfish Populations – We discuss the populations of catfish in lakes and rivers across Texas and with the increasing popularity of catfishing if bag limit decreases are needed to keep healthy fish populations and exactly how Texas Parks and Wildlife is monitoring this and what the responses are. Chad Ferguson no http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode27 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode27#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:40:43 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5769

  In the last episode of Catfishing Radio we discussed bank fishing for catfish tips and common mistakes focusing on increasing the success of anglers fishing for catfish from the shore, regardless of which catfish species you target. In this weeks show we are flipping things around a bit again and focusing on the catfish [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode27/feed 4 catfish,catfish boats,catfishing,down imaging,down scan,fish finder,fishfinder,side imaging,side scan Choosing a fish finder for catfish, 2d broadband sonar, down imaging, side imaging and 360 imaging. Everything you need to know!  In the last episode of Catfishing Radio we discussed bank fishing for catfish tips and common mistakes focusing on increasing the success of anglers fishing for catfish from the shore, regardless of which catfish species you target. In this weeks show we are flipping things around a bit again and focusing on the catfish boat anglers and discussing different sonar technologies along with choosing a fishfinder for catfish.If you are looking into purchasing electronics for the first time or considering upgrading the existing equipment on your boat, there is valuable information on this Catfishing Radio podcast.  This will help you better understand the different technologies and make a more informed decision when purchasing.We start the show off by discussing the different technologies, down imaging (or down scan), side imaging (or side scan), traditional 2d sonar (broad band) and the latest and greatest technology, 360 degree imaging and outline each of these different technologies and how they pertain to fishing for blue catfish, channel catfish and flathead catfish. 2D Sonar (Broadband)2D sonar or broadband sonar is the typical sonar technology that has been around for year. This shows the bottom contour, arches for fish, bait fish and gives you a good picture of what is going on directly below the boat when you pass over an area. This is an essential tool if you are going to target catfish (especially blue catfish). Older units are available in black and white and newer units have color screens that provide a higher level of information due to their color readouts. Down Imaging and DownscanDown imaging or downscan technology also looks directly below the boat (like traditional 2d broadband sonar) but provides a much more detailed picture. It allows you to see more definition in the fish, structure and cover below the boat and provides a much clearer picture. Side Imaging and SidescanSide imaging or sidescan shoots a sonar beam on either side of the boat (or one side if you choose that option in the settings) and gives you a highly detailed image of what is on either side of the boat. This allows you to see cover, structure and even balls of threadfin shad and gizzard shad. The side imaging range is adjustable on most units and allows you to see out as far as several hundred feet but to get a clear picture with detail that is usable you have to look at a much more narrow range. 360 Degree ImagingThis is the latest technology from Humminbird. The 360 degree imaging technology provides a highly detailed image (like side imaging and down imaging) of everything below and surrounding the boat and will function while sitting still. This is a new technology that comes with a premium price tag. Choosing a Fishfinder For Catfishing – What Features To Look ForI am constantly getting phone calls, emails and talking with clients who fish with me at North Texas Catfish Guide Service who have either just made a purchase of one of these technologies or are about to make a purchase. The technology is confusing and they often come out with what I consider to be a waste of money or a bad purchasing decision not giving them the features they need.These opinions are based on my long term use of the Humminbird 1198c and the different features available.Brand – My suggestion is to stick with Lowrance or Humminbird, nothing else.  They are the two undisputed leaders in this market. My preference is Humminbird because they are made in the USA, everything is self contained within the fishfinder for installation (except the transducer) and Humminbird hastop notch customer service (something Lowrance has really struggled with for a long time).Screen Size – When using down imaging and side imaging screen size has a MAJOR impact on the functionality of the unit and being able to really see what is going on. Always go with the biggest screen possible. Chad Ferguson no 1:00:16 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/bankfishingcatfishcrep25 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/bankfishingcatfishcrep25#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 03:30:59 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5582

I get emails and messages from people constantly wanting more information on bank fishing for catfish (catfishing from the shore or without a catfish boat) and it has been a while since I have spread any bank fishing love around so this weeks episode of Catfishing Radio is all about bank fishing. It’s a bank [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/bankfishingcatfishcrep25/feed 5 bank fishing catfish,catfish fishing,catfishing,shore fishing catfish Increasing your success when bank fishing for catfish and other great catfishing tips! I get emails and messages from people constantly wanting more information on bank fishing for catfish (catfishing from the shore or without a catfish boat) and it has been a while since I have spread any bank fishing love around so this weeks episode of Catfishing Radio is all about bank fishing. It’s a bank fishing love fest.If you are a catfish angler that fishes from a boat, you need to listen to this show also though because there is still some great information in this show that will help you in your quest to catch more and bigger catfish. Catfishing Radio Episode 25I start this episode with the typical announcement as well as an explanation for my recent absence from the website, and why I have not been doing any updates or podcasts over the past couple of weeks due to an illness in the family and some unfortunate circumstances.Make sure you check out the Learn To Catch Catfish Facebook page Make sure you follow us on Twitter Make sure you check out our Youtube channel Special thanks to Brute Outdoors and Team Catfish for sponsoring the podcast!I follow up by talking about the spring blue catfish bite and how the fishing is really heating up. If you plan on fishing for catfish this spring you need to check out the Spring Blue Catfish techniques program we have available. The time will also be coming very soon to turn your attention to the red hot channel catfish bite. For that I suggest the Summer Channel Catfish Techniques program and the Secret Channel Catfish Rig fished with punch bait like Sudden Impact Fiber Bait or Sure Shot Catfish Punch Bait.Next I move into the topic of bank fishing for catfish covering information on blue catfish, channel catfish and flathead catfish and some of the most common mistakes I see anglers making when they are shore fishing (this really applies to all species of fish not just cats).Fishing Where The Fish Are Not – I talk about learning seasonal patterns of the fish and the bait fish (like threadfin shad and gizzard shad) and how these seasonal movements affect the fish. I also talk in depth about anglers that chose a fishing location as a matter of convenience instead of choosing a fishing location based on where the fish should be, and how doing a little work and putting some extra effort into your fishing trip can pay off in a huge way.Choosing Your Fishing Location – I talk about using the knowledge of fishing patterns and catfishing techniques and finding good locations to fish. Using tools like the Navionics app, Navionics Hotmaps and Google Maps you can find areas to fish are not over pressured and also have access to the depths and structure you need to fish based on the seasonal movement of catfish.Catfish Tackle – I talk about using the right catfish rods, catfish reels and catfish rigs based on the areas you are fishing, where the fish are and what depth of water you need to be fishing and how specialized equipment and rod holders can give you access to not only make really long casts but also cover a lot of water. This gives you the ability to get to fish you might otherwise not be able to get to.Getting Off The Bank – Least but not least  I cover some cheap ways to get off the shore and out in the water so you can get to the fish without buying an expensive boat and you can really get access to some amazing areas to fish, some that cannot even be accessed by big boats. An Angler Kayak can be picked up new relatively cheap or even used on websites like Craigslist for a couple of hundred dollars.  A Belly Boat or Float Tube is also a cheap option to get you access to some great fishing areas for next to nothing and can also be found used. There are a lot of inexpensive options to find a way to get to the fish.Last but not least, if you enjoy the information we share here on the website and on the podcast, be sure to tell your friends and post links online to the Learn To Catch Catfish website! Chad Ferguson no http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode24 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode24#comments Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:21:01 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5555

Being successful on the water fishing whether you target blue catfish, channel catfish or flathead catfish depends just as much on knowing what you are doing wrong as knowing what you are doing right. In this weeks episode of Catfishing Radio we take a look at common fishing mistakes I see many anglers make, and [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode24/feed 0 catfish radio,catfishing radio Four common mistakes I see catfish anglers make and what you can to overcome them. Also catfishing questions and answers. Being successful on the water fishing whether you target blue catfish, channel catfish or flathead catfish depends just as much on knowing what you are doing wrong as knowing what you are doing right. In this weeks episode of Catfishing Radio we take a look at common fishing mistakes I see many anglers make, and also cover some of our always popular catfishing questions and answers. The show starts out with introductions:Please take a few minutes to check out our page on iTunes and leave is a star rating and write a quick review Check out the Spring Blue Catfish Techniques ebook and training program as well as our other products Thanks to Team Catfish for sponsoring Catfishing Radio. Thanks to Brute Outdoors for sponsoring Catfishing Radio. Use coupon code CATCHCATFISH for $25 off any cooler at checkout. Four Common Catfishing MistakesAgain, this shows is focused on common things I see the weekend or beginner catfish angler doing wrong, and what you should be doing instead to help you put more fish in your boat.These mistakes are:Fishing History – Fishing history refers to sticking to “spots” or areas that have produced in the past repeatedly or even just once and spending valuable time not catching fish because you are in the wrong area, fishing the wrong depths, at the wrong time. The best place to fish can vary greatly depending on the time of year, water levels, changes in wind and water temperature and a variety of other factors. I talk about fishing history and what you should be doing instead. I also talk in depth about fishing new waters and making it a point to fish a new location each and every time you are on the water. Only Fishing Cover – In this portion I talk about anglers that only fish cover and never focus on where the fish actually are. There are some great catfishing techniques that focus on fishing cover and finding fish under or around cover but as a general rule this is not a good approach, especially if targeting blue catfish. I talk about why you shouldn’t solely focus on fishing cover and how fishing structure is typically a better approach when fishing for blue catfish because threadfin shad and gizzard shad often orient to structure as do blue catfish. Staying Out Of The Wind – This is a a big one. It amazes me how many people get on the boat with me and say “it’s beautiful out and there is no wind, isn’t this great?”. Not having wind and a lake that is slick as glass is great for someone who is going to water ski but a slick calm lake is an anglers enemy. Fishing is always better when there is some wind and as long is it is safe to be on the water, I am going to fish, regardless of the wind. I talk about how the wind impacts fishing for catfish, how it affects the bait fish and what you should do in response to the wind. Stick With Familiar Baits and Rigs -  OK, just like fishing history, this is important. I know so many people that stick with what they know and are afraid to try anything different. They fish with chicken livers on a three way rig because that’s what they have always done. Their daddy did it that way, their grandaddy did it that way and that’s the way they are going to do it. Not being willing to try new catfish bait, new catfish rigs, or even just slight variations in catfish rigs can be the kiss of death. I talk in depth about thinking outside the box and being willing to try new things. Catfishing Questions and AnswersAfter the wrap up of the four common fishing mistakes I cover some catfishing questions and answers, answering questions submitted through the website. You can give us a call at 817-381-5604 if you have a question about fishing for catfish.In this show we answer questions about:Fishing with circle hooks, kahle hooks and line alarms or bait clickers and the correct way to fish with these different styles of catfish hooks. American Angler Ultra MT3 Electric Fillet Knives Chad Ferguson no http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/bill-dance-big-river-catfish http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/bill-dance-big-river-catfish#comments Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:42:21 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5521

  Catfishing Radio Episode 23 is the first show we have done about big river catfishing and this week’s guest is Mr. Bill Dance, America’s favorite fisherman.   Show Announcements and Introductions We start this weeks show with announcements. Recent reviews on iTunes (please help us by leaving us a star rating and writing a [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/bill-dance-big-river-catfish/feed 6 Blue Catfish,river catfish,river catfishing Catfishing news and information. Talking big river catfish with Bill Dance!  Catfishing Radio Episode 23 is the first show we have done about big river catfishing and this week’s guest is Mr. Bill Dance, America’s favorite fisherman. Show Announcements and IntroductionsWe start this weeks show with announcements.Recent reviews on iTunes (please help us by leaving us a star rating and writing a review). Catfishing Radio has been the #1 Fishing Podcast on iTunes over the past two weeks. Special thanks to sponsors Team Catfish and Brute Outdoors. You can use coupon code CATCHCATFISH for $25 off a cooler at BruteOutdoors.com If you have a question about fishing for catfish give us a call at 817-381-5604 and you just might be on the next show! Spring Blue Catfish TechniquesThe Spring Blue Catfish techniques ebook and program were released last week. This is an in depth guide on locating and catching blue catfish in the spring. March, April and May are some of the best fishing for the year for numbers of blue catfish and the Spring Blue Catfish Techniques program is the key to unlocking your success locating and catching huge numbers of blue catfish and even trophy blue catfish.This program is similar to the Summer Channel Catfish Techniques program released last year and also other books we have like the Jug Fishing 101  program and the Secret Channel Catfish Rig.I have taken my 10+ years experience as a professional catfish guide and bundled it up into a nice easy to understand package to help anglers go out, locate and catch blue catfish with minimal effort, and at a very small portion of the expense of what a guided catfishing trip would cost. Whether you are new to the sport of fishing for catfish or just want to up your game and increase your success on the water the Spring Blue Catfish Techniques program is for you.This is a 125+ page book jam packed with catfishing information and also includes a TON of “bonus” online resources to help you get started.For a limited time you can use the coupon code CATFISHINGRADIO10 to save 10% off the Spring Blue Catfish Techniques program or any of the other products (everything except for Jug Fishing 101).You can purchase the Spring book on the Spring Blue Catfish Techniques page or on the products page. Bill Dance and Big River CatfishThe guest on this weeks show requires no introduction. Without a doubt the most recognized name in fishing in the United States, a well versed and highly skilled multispecies angler, America’s favorite fisherman, Mr. Bill Dance. I really had a lot of phone with this interview and had a great conversation with Bill before and after the interview and am happy to have made a new friend. I think a trip to Tennessee may be in the future for some big river catfishing one of these days!I reached out to Bill Dance to talk catfishing after so many requests for information on big river catfishing. Here in Texas our rivers are shallow (and often narrow) mudholes so I don’t have a lot of experience with fishing for big river catfish. Many of the Catfishing Radio listeners have sent in questions looking for more information on fishing for blue catfish, channel catfish and flathead catfish in big rivers. Bill has been a life long Tennessee resident and has a tremendous amount of experience fishing big rivers.Bill’s recent involvement in Catfish Tournaments peaked my interested and I wanted to reach out to him and talk not only about that but get some information from him on fishing for big river cats!Bill and I talk about some of the basics of big river catfishing including navigating big rivers, safety concerns, what catfish bait to use, locating and catching fish and Bill Dance’s “best piece of advice for learning to catch catfish in your area (whether it be a big river or not).Finally we wrap up the show talking about the Bill Dance Bloopers video, his Signature Lakes project, the many different freshwater and saltwater fishing TV shows and more. Chad Ferguson no http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioep22 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioep22#comments Sun, 12 Feb 2012 18:44:03 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5421

Catfishing Radio is back and this is the very first episode of season two of the Catfishing Radio podcast. You can find a complete listing of all the previous podcast episodes in season 1 on the Catfishing Radio page of the site. This is the first episode of the podcast in quite some time. I [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioep22/feed 3 catfish podcast,catfishing podcast,catfishing radio,Catfishing Techniques Some days are better than others, we discuss what to do when the fish are not cooperating. There is an illusion many people have that fishing guides, pro fisherman and other never have bad days or off days when fishing and this could not be further from the truth. In this episode of catfishing radio we discuss the reason they call it fishing and not catching and take a look at what you should and should not do when you are having an off day. In this show we also catch up with what has been going on during our break between seasons and visit with Jeff Williams of Team Catfish on what is going on over there and Jeff shares a great catfishing tip for this time of year. We also visit with Brute Outdoors to discuss their super heavy duty five day cooler. Chad Ferguson no http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/will-hooks-rust-deep-hooked-fish http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/will-hooks-rust-deep-hooked-fish#comments Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:01:02 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5332

This episode of Catfishing Radio started out as a  question and answer episode where we were going to answer questions submitted through our ask a question page from readers of Learn To Catch Catfish and listeners of the Catfishing Radio podcast. When I got about halfway through the first question my computer started freezing on [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/will-hooks-rust-deep-hooked-fish/feed 2 catfish hooks,catfishing hooks,circle hooks,hooks rust out We discuss the myth that hooks will rust out of a deep hooked fish. This episode of Catfishing Radio started out as a  question and answer episode where we were going to answer questions submitted through our ask a question page from readers of Learn To Catch Catfish and listeners of the Catfishing Radio podcast. When I got about halfway through the first question my computer started freezing on and was giving me major fits (causing audio recording problems) so I had to cut this episode short, so now this podcast is solely about whether hooks will rust out of deep hooked fish and catch and release of trophy blue catfish.The show starts out with the normal introductions and some shout outs to some recent five start reviews on iTunes and then gets into the question at hand. Will Hooks Rust Out Of Deep Hooked Fish?I have had a number of questions regarding this but recently Mike Prince submitted a question. I am with you on the CPR for catfish over 10 pounds but have a question for you. I have hooked some catfish quite deep and was told that if you just cut the line that the hooks will just rust a way and the fish will be fine. Is this true or is it an old wives tale? I have had some fish die trying to remove hooks that are hooked deep. What are your thoughts on this? Mike I start the show off talking a bit about trophy catch and release of big catfish and how as recent as 5 or 6 years ago it was not a very popular stance and not very many anglers supporting the catch and release of trophy class catfish but how this has become much more “accepted” of recent and more and more anglers are not only practicing trophy catch and release but also helping to spread the word about it. I also cover some information on how I have seen firsthand the affects that pulling big numbers of big blues out of a lake can impact the fishing for everyone and the importance of trophy catch and release regardless of whether you are rod and reel fishing, jug fishing or fishing with trotlines.The I move on to the question of “will hooks rust out of a deep hooked fish” and talk about this myth. Anglers have been spreading this rumor for years and while it may have once been true that cheap bronze hooks used ages ago may have rusted out quickly most modern hooks used for fishing are not going to rust out at all (or at least quickly).I talk some about what the difference is between a hook in a fish submerged in water and a hook in your tackle box and what accelerates the process of your catfish hooks rusting as well and give some advice on what to do when you deep hook a trophy class fish and what my though process is when this occurs.Once thing you can do to reduce the number of deep hooked fish is use circle hooks, you can learn more about these in my interview with TJ Stallings and also the podcast on catfishing with circle hooks.The hooks I suggest are the Daiichi Circle Chunk Light Daiichi Circle Chunk Light and the Team Catfish DOUBLE ACTION Circle Hooks.I also touch briefly on deep hooking channel catfish because these are the fish I have the most issues with deep hooking and cause the most concern on whether the hooks will rust out. This usually occurs when catfishing with prepared catfish baits like punch baits and dip baits. I cover how you can prevent this by using the right hooks and also through using the Secret Channel Catfish Rig and how the sensitivity of these catfish rigs will not only increase your numbers of fish caught but reduce the numbers of deep hooked catfish. The Bottom Line, Will Hooks Rust Out Of Deep Hooked Fish?The short answer is no, or at least not quickly.If you want some more reading make sure you read this study on The Effects of Catch and Release Angling. There is some great information on whether or not hooks will rust out in this study. When you are finished listening to this podcast, make sure you head over to iTunes and leave is a star rating and write us a quick review! Chad Ferguson no http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-20 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-20#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2011 06:01:33 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5313

In this episode of Catfishing Radio I talk about the 15 minute rule for blue catfish and channel catfish. The show starts out with announcements and information on: The Learn To Catch Catfish Facebook  page Following me on Twitter Some follow up information on the Splat Fishing training program we recently released. Recent contest and [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-20/feed 4 Blue Catfish,Catfishing Techniques,channel catfish How long to sit and wait without moving! In this episode of Catfishing Radio we discuss the fifteen minute rule or 'how long to sit and wait" when you are not catching catfish. This topic is specific to fishing for blue catfish and channel catfish in numbers, not targeting trophy catfish. This show will give you some good insight into how long you should be sitting and what to do to eliminate unproductive waters when fishing! Chad Ferguson no http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-circle-hooks http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-circle-hooks#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:38:02 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5249

In this episode of Catfishing Radio we start the how with the normal announcements and show openings and then proceed with an announcement about one of our new products coming out this week on catfishing techniques that will carry you through at least the Fall and Winter fishing for blue catfish and channel catfish. The [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-circle-hooks/feed 8 Catfishing With Circle Hooks and Cormorant Catfishing In this episode of Catfishing Radio we start the how with the normal announcements and show openings and then proceed with an announcement about one of our new products coming out this week on catfishing techniques that will carry you through at least the Fall and Winter fishing for blue catfish and channel catfish. The second part of the show is about catfish hooks, specifically circle hooks and how the different methods for catfishing with circle hooks, covering everything you need to know to be effective on the water and put more fish in the boat. Chad Ferguson no http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-18 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-18#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:59:10 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5184

In this episode of Catfishing Radio we have another guest on the show, TJ Stallings. If you don’t know the name, TJ is a market leader and respected member of the fishing tackle industry, fishing hook expert, outdoor writer and avid angler. TJ works for TTI Blakemore Lure Company. Under his umbrella are the brands [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-18/feed 5 catfish circle hooks,catfish hooks,catfishing hooks,circle hooks Catfish Hooks, How Fish Respond To Red, Circle Hook Information and More with TJ Stallings of TTI Blakemore In this episode of Catfishing Radio we have another guest on the show, TJ Stallings. If you don’t know the name, TJ is a market leader and respected member of the fishing tackle industry, fishing hook expert, outdoor writer and avid angler. TJ works fo... Chad Ferguson no http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode17 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode17#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:52:49 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5174

Catfishing Radio Episode 17 is back to catfishing questions and answers and working on the backlog of questions through the Learn To Catch Catfish ask a question page. We want to thank Team Catfish for being a sponsor of Catfishing Radio. You can check them out at the Team Catfish website. Also make sure you [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode17/feed 4 catfish bait,catfish baits,catfish radio,catfish reels,catfish rods,catfishing radio,Catfishing Techniques Catfishing Q&A, Techniques, Rods, Reels, Fillet Knives, Fish Cleaning Stations, Catfish Baits and More! Catfishing Radio Episode 17 is another great episode of catfishing Q&A loaded with great catfishing tips and tricks. This episode covers information on choosing catfish baits, techniques, target depths, catfish reels and more. Chad Ferguson no 59:50 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/cr-ep-16-lake-turnover http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/cr-ep-16-lake-turnover#comments Mon, 12 Sep 2011 06:07:34 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5118

Back in 2010 in I did a video on lake turnover and an associated article that followed a video series on thermocline. When I did that original video on lake turnover I had to keep it pretty short because Youtube still had a limitation on my account for the length of videos I could upload. [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/cr-ep-16-lake-turnover/feed 0 catfish radio,catfishing radio,lake turnover An in depth look at lake turnover and the effects it has on fishing, and what to do when catfishing when the lake is turning over. In this episode of Catfishing Radio from Learn To Catch Catfish we take a look at lake turnover and how it effects catfishing (or all fishing in general). This is a follow up to our thermocline show we released a few months back and in this episode we will cover what happens when the thermocline goes away. Chad covers how to tell when lake turnover is taking place, how to tell when the lake is turning over, how long it will last and how this impacts your fishing. Chad Ferguson no 52:00 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode15 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode15#comments Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:46:32 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5092

Catfishing Radio Episode 15 is back to the catfishing questions and answers with me trying to take another stab at knocking out the huge backlog of catfishing questions sent in. The show starts out with some of the usual announcements including: The reason last weeks episode was running late (my catfish boat) Thanks to those [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishingradioepisode15/feed 1 Catfishing Q&A and Tips and Tricks On Catfish Fishing Catfishing Radio Episode 15 is back to the catfishing questions and answers with me trying to take another stab at knocking out the huge backlog of catfishing questions sent in. This episode covers catfish baits, deep water catfishing and big river catfishing, setting drag, using a line alarm or bait clicker and how to fish with this, an in depth look at drag and what it is for, kahle hooks, catching bait, a lake record catfish and more! Chad Ferguson no 54:59 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-14 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-14#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 22:03:54 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5083

  Catfish hooks are often confused and overthought and having the wrong catfish hooks can make or break your success. You can have the best rods, reels and baits on the market but without the right hooks on the business end of your catfish rigs your not going to catch fish, or at least catch [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-14/feed 4 catfish hooks,catfish tackle,circle hook,circle hooks,kahle hook,kahle hooks,treble hook,treble hooks Catfish Hooks Basics, Everything You Need To Know About Hooks For Catfishing. Kahle hooks, circle hooks and everything in between to help you choose the best hooks for catfishing. Catfish HooksThe main segment on catfish hooks starts after the show announcements and introductions. This section starts with two of the biggest mistakes I see anglers make when choosing catfish hooks and what these common mistakes are, how to avoid them, and a quick and simple way to educate yourself on the subject next time you are on the water.Channel CatfishI start with the topic of hooks for channel catfish. I spend the majority of my time fishing for channel catfish with prepared catfish baits like punch baits and dip baits fishing with the Secret Channel Catfish Rig, a slip bobber rig or a slip sinker rig. While I do some fishing for channel catfish with natural baits or “grocery store baits” this is a very small portion of the time so I typically use treble hooks when fishing for channel catfish. I cover some of the key things you should look for in a treble hook including size, material, and the biggest problems you will have when using the wrong size treble hook and also when using the wrong strength treble hook. I also cover the topic of using kahle hooks for channel catfish during this section and the common sizes to use.Blue CatfishNext is the subject of hooks for blue catfish. I cover why I hated circle hooks for catfish for years, what I was doing wrong when fishing with them and how I became a convert to using circle hooks almost exclusively for blue catfish. I cover in depth some of the key features you need to look for in a circle hook, what size circle hooks to use for blue catfish (both big and small) and the biggest mistake most catfishermen make when they are using circle hooks, and how that prevents them from hooking and catching fish. I also go in depth on why I am using and relying on circle hooks so much these days. Last but not least is the topic of kahle hooks again and the brief window in which I use them and why that is, as well as choosing the right hook size when using kahle hooks for blue catfish.Flathead CatfishLast but not least is the topic of catfish hooks for flathead catfish. I cover more of the same information in regards to flathead catfish including the hooks I prefer to use, how to choose the correct size hook for flathead catfish and another alternative hook for flathead catfish you can use as well.In the not too distant future I will be covering some more Q&A on catfish hooks as well as the topic of hooks for setline fishing, and an in depth look at circle hooks and some common myths and misconceptions surrounding them including the myth that you cannot set the hook with a circle hook. We also have some guests coming on the show in the immediate future to discuss these topics and help answer some questions as well! Chad Ferguson no 58:42 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-13 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-13#comments Mon, 08 Aug 2011 10:15:54 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5055

Catfishing Radio Episode 13 Catfishing Radio episode 13 starts out with some show announcements and covers some information on Jug Fishing 101. This is an expansion on the jug fishing ebook I released in 201), “How To Make The Best Catfish Juglines For Jug Fishing”. This was in in depth guide on making the juglines [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-13/feed 2 More On Thermocline and Catfishing Q&A on Trotlines, Jug Fishing, Locating Catfish and More More information on thermocline and it's effects in fishing, how aerators effect the thermocline and some more follow up on thermocline and fishing from last weeks show. Catfishing Q&A including information on jug fishing, trotlines, catching bait, locating fish, summer blue catfish and more. Chad Ferguson no 1:00:41 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-ep-12 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-ep-12#comments Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:01:51 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=5028

Last year I posted several videos on thermocline effects on fishing, fishing with a thermocline and lake turnover. When I put that series of videos and the articles together I had not yet started Catfishing Radio and was limited with the videos to short pieces of information due the limitations we had on our Youtube [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-ep-12/feed 2 catfishing radio,summer catfish,summer catfishing,thermocline,thermocline catfishing,thermocline fishing Thermocline and How It Effects Fishing In this episode of Catfishing Radio we take in in depth look at the thermocline and how it effects catfishing fishing for all other species of fish. This is very important information to understand when fishing for catfish in the summer months. When a thermocline develops in a lake or reservoir it has significant impacts on where you fish and the location. We take an in depth look at what a thermocline is, why and how it develops, how it effects your approach to locating and catching catfish and everything else you need to know about fishing in the presence of a thermocline. Chad Ferguson - Learn To Catch Catfish Catfishing Radio no 53:25 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/episode-11-team-catfish http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/episode-11-team-catfish#comments Sun, 24 Jul 2011 05:08:42 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=4967

Since I started Learn To Catch Catfish I have had countless questions about Team Catfish, their catfish baits and all the other products that they manufacture. Until recently, I had never used any of the Team Catfish baits or any of their other products for that matter. Several months ago Jeff reached out to me [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/episode-11-team-catfish/feed 7 catfish bait,catfish baits,catfish tackle,catfishing tackle,secret 7 catfish bait,sudden impact catfish bait,team catfish A look at the tackle products from Team Catfish and interview with Jeff Williams owner and founder of Team Catfish fishing tackle. Team Catfish has come on board with Catfishing Radio and in this show we talk with Jeff Williams, former catfish guide and owner of Team Catfish Tackle. I have had more questions about Team Catfish products over the past year than just about any other products and they are certainly one of the biggest names in catfish tackle today. In this show, I talk to Jeff about his catfish baits (Secret 7 and Sudden Impact), fishing rods, Dead Red Blood Spray and a variety of other products from the Team Catfish brand Chad Ferguson no 50:57 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-ep-10 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-ep-10#comments Mon, 18 Jul 2011 05:01:41 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=4946

This episode of Catfishing Radio is all about Catfish Tackle basics, making sure that anglers have a good understanding of the catfish tackle that they need, taking an in depth look at the items that you need to get started catfish fishing. Whether you’re a beginner angler just getting started or a more experienced angler [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-ep-10/feed 7 catfish radio,catfish tackle,catfishing radio,catfishing tackle Everything you need to know about catfish tackle and eliminating fishing tackle that doesn't work. Ep10: Catfish Tackle Basics. In this episode of Catfishing Radio we discuss catfish tackle basics with a focus on weeding through all the clutter on what works and what doesn't, and pairing down fishing tackle to essential items needed that can serve as a multipurpose tackle. swivels, leaders, line, hooks and floats. How and where to get the best deals on catfish tackle and what the advantages are of buying in bulk. Everything but catfish hooks are covered on this show. Chad Ferguson no 57:40 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-9 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-9#comments Mon, 27 Jun 2011 05:01:08 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=4704

In this episode of Catfishing Radio I start out with the normal show introductions, touch a bit on the new 143 lb world record blue catfish and some other recent events in regards to Learn To Catch Catfish and Catfishing Radio.   Rapid Fire Catfishing Q&A After the announcements and information on the Summer Catfish [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-9/feed 10 catfish baits,catfish radio,catfish rigs,catfishing radio,Jug Fishing,Trotlines,turtles Catfishing Q&A Rapid Fire Style, Catfish Baits, Jug Fishing, Trotlines, Juglines and More In this episode of Catfishing Radio I start out with the normal show introductions, touch a bit on the new 143 lb world record blue catfish and some other recent events in regards to Learn To Catch Catfish and Catfishing Radio.Rapid Fire Catfishing Q&AAfter the announcements and information on the Summer Catfish Book I move into a catfishing questions and answers session. I have not done this many questions in a show since back in Episode 2 and I did some rapid fire Q&A during this show covering a LOT of information in a very short amount of time. Some of the questions covered in this show include bait selection. trouble catching catfish, jug fishing, trotlines, problems with turtles, freezing shad, hooking blue gill, sabiki rigs and a lot for on catfishing and fishing for catfish! Chad Ferguson - Learn To Catch Catfish Catfishing Radio no 31:40 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-8 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-8#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2011 05:35:42 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=4677

Photos By Dallas Weston – Mecklenburg News Progress   World record 143 lb blue catfish interview on Catfishing Radio. Unless you have been living under a rock somewhere you have probably heard that there as a new 143 lb world record blue catfish caught this past weekend at Buggs Island Lake in Virginia. We covered [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-8/feed 5 143 lb catfish,143 pound catfish,catfishing radio,nick anderson,virginia state record blue catfish,World Record Catfish 143 Lb World Record Catfish Interview with Nick Anderson. We talk in detail with Nick about his catch of the new world record catfish and Virginia state record blue catfish. WORLD RECORD CATFISH INTERVIEW. In this episode of Catfishing Radio we interview Nick Anderson, the high school football coach from North Carolina that just caught the 143 lb pending world record blue catfish and new Virginia state record blue catfish while fishing at Buggs Island Lake in Virginia. Nick tells the store of the events leading up to the catch of the world record catfish as well as how it was catching this big monster blue catfish and also tells about the process of trying to get the fish weighed and certified. Great information and a great story about catfishing and an amazing end to a father and son fishing trip. Chad Ferguson - Learn To Catch Catfish Catfishing Radio no 39:51 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-7 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-7#comments Mon, 13 Jun 2011 05:01:13 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=4631

Catfish Line and fishing line for catfishing is the topic of Catfishing Radio Episode 7, . Everything you need to know about braided fishing line and monofilament fishing line for catfishing. This episode of Catfishing Radio starts out with some show announcements including a thank you to some of the recent reviews on iTunes about Catfishing [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-7/feed 5 catfish fishing line,catfish line,catfish radio,catfishing line,catfishing radio,fishing podcast Catfishing Radio Episode 7: Catfish Line - Fishing Line For Catfishing - An in depth look at braid and monofilament fishing lines and the advantages and disadvantages of each. Catfishing Radio Episode 7: Catfish Line and Fishing Line For Catfish. An in depth look at monofilament and braided fishing lines. In this episode of Catfishing Radio we talk all about braided fishing line for catfish and the advantages and disadvantages of using braided fishing line when fishing for catfish, as well as some simple tips about using braided fishing line and the importance of using a backer on your reel. Then we discuss monofilament line and some of the key features to look for in monofilament line, what colors to use, what lb test to use and suggested brands for catfish line. Chad Ferguson no 1:02:07 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-6 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-6#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2011 06:26:04 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=4567

Sorry there was no podcast last week. I took the weekend off and decided not to post a show since Monday was Memorial Day. This is Catfishing Radio Episode 6. As always you will find an overview of all the topics discussed as well as links to articles and products we discuss in this episode. [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-6/feed 6 catfish rigs,channel catfish,channel catfishing,digger anchors,drift fishing,techniques Secret Channel Catfish Rig, Summer Channel Catfish, Catfishing Q&A - Catfishing Radio Episode 6 From Learn To Catch Catfish Catfishing Radio Episode 6: In this episode of Catfishing Radio we discuss two ebooks being released by Learn To Catch Catfish, The Secret Catfish Rig and Summer Channel Catfish Techniques and provide an in depth look at the topics and information that is covered in these new books. After the show announcements and coverage of the books we cover some catfishing q&a with some basics on how weather effects catfishing, information on Mason Big Cat fishing line, fishing with a bare hook, digger anchors, some basics on locating catfish, limb grabbers and how to tell which kind of fishing reel you need for a rod. Chad Ferguson no 56:12 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-5 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-5#comments Mon, 23 May 2011 05:01:53 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=4533

In this episode of Catfishing Radio we take an in depth look at catfish reels and some of the features and functions you should look for when choosing a catfish reel.  I have written a lot in the past about catfish reels on the website but have not gone into the detail that in those [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-5/feed 8 catfish radio,catfish reel,catfish reels,catfishing radio,choosing catfish reel Choosing A Catfish Reel - Catfishing Radio Episode 5 from Learn To Catch Catfish Choosing A Catfish Reel: In this episode of Catfishing Radio we take an in depth look at catfish reels and discuss some of the features you need to look for when choosing a catfish reel. We cover everything from reel size and gear ratios to specialized features like line alarms. We also outline some good options for multipurpose catfish reels as well as some options for channel catfish and exclusively for trophy class catfish. Everything you every wanted to know about choosing a catfish reel is covered in episode 5 of Catfishing Radio. Chad Ferguson no 39:56 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-4 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-4#comments Mon, 16 May 2011 15:35:37 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=4508

In this episode of Catfishing Radio I go back to expand on one of the first articles I added to Learn To Catch Catfish about choosing a catfish rod. I have been battling a cold so bear with me I kept losing my voice during the show. I get questioned about rods and reels for [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-4/feed 3 catfish rod,catfish rods,catfishing radio,catfishing rod,catfishing rods,fishing podcast Choosing A Catfish Rod - Catfishing Radio Episode 4 from Learn To Catch Catfish Choosing A Catfish Rod: Catfishing Radio Episode 5. In this episode of Catfishing Radio we take a look at fishing rods for catfishing and some of the key features to look for when choosing a catfish rod. Everything from rod materials like e-glass and graphite to length, handles, line guides and everything in between is covered in this show to help you prior to making your next purchase. I go in depth and discuss why I prefer long limber salmon and steelhead fishing rods and also talk in depth about how fishing rods effect your ability catch catfish with circle hooks. Whether you are fishing for blue catfish, channel catfish or flathead catfish everything you need to know about choosing a catfish rod is covered in this show. Chad Ferguson no 40:35 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-3 http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-3#comments Wed, 04 May 2011 22:00:04 +0000 Chad http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/?p=4468

  Catfishing Radio Episode 3: Choosing Your Target Species, Catfishing With Planer Boards, Drift Fishing, Catching Channel Cats On Rod and Reel, Hooks For Jug Fishing, How To Make Catfish Bait The primary focus of this podcast is choosing your target species of catfish.       Show Announcements The show starts out with a [...]]]> http://www.learntocatchcatfish.com/catfishing-radio-episode-3/feed 7 catfish bait recipes,catfish species,catfishing radio,fishing podcast,Jug Fishing,planer boards,Trotlines Choosing Your Target Catfish Species and Catfishing Q&A - Catfishing Radio Episode 3 from Learn To Catch Catfish Choosing Your Target Catfish Species and Catfishing Q&A: Catfishing Radio Episode 3: Choosing Your Target Species, Catfishing With Planer Boards, Drift Fishing, Catching Channel Cats On Rod and Reel, Hooks For Jug Fishing and How To Make Catfish Bait “Sticky” Choosing Your Target Catfish Species After the announcements the show starts out with the top of choosing your target catfish species. I get questions each and every day from anglers who are wanting to increase their success of catching fish but fail to really think through what their goals are and which species of catfish they should target. Blue catfish, channel catfish and flathead catfish are all very different species, have different feeding habits and patterns and at times different preferred habitats.I cover some of the basics on how to choose which species of catfish you should target based on what you want to accomplish, whether that be catching a whole bunch of fish, or catching trophy class fish, or in between. I also cover some simple ways to research and find out what the best way is to choose a water body based on your target species to make sure you are fishing in the best body of water based on what you want to accomplish.Questions and Answers:Catfishing With Planer Boards – A question was submitted about catfishing with planer boards and whether or not that was a good catfishing technique.Cannot Catch Catfish On Rod and Reel But Can Catch Them On Trotlines – Jeff submitted a question about fishing with trotlines and rod and reel fishing on the Pearl River. Jeff is catching some amazing numbers of channel catfish on trotlines using cut shad, crawfish and cut perch on the trotlines but cannot catch them on rod and reel. The “locals” also tell him that they cannot be caught on rod and reel. Losing Catfish When Jug Fishing – Howard submitted a question wanting to know what the best way to put hooks on juglines to keep fishing from off when jug fishing.How To Make Catfish Bait “Sticky” – Dennis submitted a question about making his own catfish bait and keeping it on the hook, wanting to make it “sticky” so it will stay on the hook better and also submitted a question about Secret 7 Catfish Bait, wanting to know if it was any good or not.I covered some basics behind making catfish bait and what some common ingredients are to make them “sticky” and to thicken them as well as one of the key mistakes I see people make when they start trying to make their own catfish baits. I also covered one of the few recipes for catfish bait that I know works (that is publicly available) and my limited knowledge about Secret 7 Catfish Bait. Chad Ferguson no 47:48