
How to fillet a catfish
Filleting a channel catfish doesn’t have to be intimidating – in fact, it’s not too difficult at all. Here’s how it’s done.

Filleting a channel catfish doesn’t have to be intimidating – in fact, it’s not too difficult at all. Here’s how it’s done.

A few options based on rod and reel type, and advantages of one over another.


Testing inflatable kayaks in Florida, the author believes the popular watercraft have entered a whole new realm in 2021.

Targeting a mixed bag while ice fishing Lake Superior’s Chequamegon Bay, with tips and tactics for catching trout, salmon, whitefish and more on the Great Lakes.

This works great to attract the fish in and many times will be all you need to catch the big ones.


And going after panfish can be productive when you find them.

Look for water a bit high, not too high, and not too cloudy from suspended sediment.
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