List Books » Fishing for Catfish: The Complete Guide for Catching Big Channells, Blues and Faltheads
Authors: Keith B. Sutton, Creative Publishing International Editors
ISBN-13: 9780865730793, ISBN-10: 0865730792
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Rockport Publishers
Date Published: January 1999
Edition: (Non-applicable)
Keith Sutton is an old hand at catfishing. His passion for the sport has taken him to blue-ribbon catfishing waters in more than 21 states. His special insights about catfishing were garnered through 35 years of on-the-water research and countless hours of discussions with biologists, researchers, and expert anglers. He is Editor of "Arkansas Wildlife" magazine, a conservation publication of the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, and a Field Editor for "In-Fisherman's Catfish In-Sier". He also is a prolific freelance writer, photographer and lecturer, well known in his native South.
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.
Keith Sutton is an old hand at catfishing. His passion for the sport has taken him to blue-ribbon catfishing waters in more than 21 states. His special insights about catfishing were garnered through 35 years of on-the-water research and countless hours of discussions with biologists, researchers, and expert anglers. He is Editor of "Arkansas Wildlife" magazine, a conservation publication of the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, and a Field Editor for "In-Fisherman's Catfish In-Sier". He also is a prolific freelance writer, photographer and lecturer, well known in his native South.
Introduction | 4 | |
Understanding Catfish | 6 | |
Catfish Basics | 8 | |
Catfish Senses | 10 | |
Channel Catfish | 14 | |
Blue Catfish | 18 | |
Flathead Catfish | 22 | |
White Catfish | 26 | |
Bullheads | 28 | |
Other Catfish | 30 | |
Where to Find Catfish | 32 | |
Typical Catfish Waters | 34 | |
Small to Mid-Size Rivers | 36 | |
Big Rivers | 40 | |
Man-Made Lakes | 44 | |
Oxbow Lakes | 46 | |
Ponds | 48 | |
Equipment | 50 | |
Rods, Reels & Line | 52 | |
Terminal Tackle | 56 | |
Catfishing Rigs | 60 | |
Accessories | 64 | |
Natural Baits | 68 | |
Commercial Baits | 74 | |
Catfishing Techniques | 78 | |
Still-Fishing | 80 | |
Drift-Fishing | 84 | |
Trotlining | 88 | |
Jug Fishing | 92 | |
Limblining | 94 | |
Noodling | 96 | |
Special Situations | 98 | |
Thick Cover | 100 | |
Fluctuating Water Levels | 102 | |
Clear Water | 104 | |
Cold Water | 106 | |
Deep Water | 108 | |
Trophy Cats | 110 | |
Catfish Conservation | 114 | |
Cleaning & Cooking Catfish | 118 | |
Cleaning Catfish | 120 | |
Cooking Catfish | 123 | |
Index | 126 |