World Catfishing Championship is arriving at a moment that reveals where catfish fishing is headed: bigger crowds, sharper competition, better gear, and a more visible industry culture. Owensboro, Kentucky, gives the event a riverfront stage, but the larger story is … Read the rest
Author: Bree Castillo
Catfish Are Stacking on These Lake Structures Right Now — Here’s Where to Put Your Bait First
Lake Catfish Structure Fishing matters because most slow catfish days are not caused by bad luck; they are caused by fishing water that gives the fish no strong reason to be there. When I break down a lake, I am … Read the rest
Catfish Fishing Tournaments 2026: Why This Sport Is Exploding Right Now
The catfish tournament circuit is no longer a quiet corner of recreational fishing. With summer events offering cash prizes that can climb into the five-figure range, catfish fishing tournaments 2026 are becoming a serious draw for competitive anglers, local sponsors, … Read the rest
How to Tell if a Catfish Is on the Line
Catfishing rewards patience, but it punishes guesswork. Right now, when more anglers are simplifying their tackle and relying on finesse rather than force, knowing how to read a bite has become one of the most important skills on the water.… Read the rest
How to Catch a Catfish: A Practical Field Guide to Better Baits, Timing, and Technique
Catfish fishing matters right now because it remains one of the most accessible and rewarding forms of freshwater angling, especially for people who want reliable action without elite gear or tournament-level experience. I have long believed that the difference between … Read the rest
Natural Baits for Catfish That Catch More Fish
The smartest catfish anglers I know are moving back toward simple, proven setups, and for good reason. At a moment when fishing advice is crowded with gimmicks, natural baits still outperform flashy shortcuts when the goal is steady action and … Read the rest
Catfish Fishing: Structure for Better Results
For a long time, I approached catfish fishing the wrong way. I’d set up in random spots, cast out bait, and wait sometimes for hours with little to show for it. It wasn’t until I began focusing on catfish fishing … Read the rest
Circle or J-Hook for Catfish? The Results Might Surprise You
I’ve spent enough time around rivers, lakes, and tournament weigh-ins to know that few debates in catfishing are as persistent or as passionate as circle hooks vs J-hooks for catfish rigs. It’s a topic that splits beginners and seasoned … Read the rest
Blue Catfish Bumping Technique: Best Method for Catching Big Catfish
There’s something different about river catfishing. It’s not passive, and it’s definitely not predictable. Over the years, I’ve learned that if you want to consistently catch big fish especially trophy blue catfish you have to move beyond simply anchoring … Read the rest
Where to Catch Big Catfish in Florida in 2026
Florida has long been considered one of the premier freshwater fishing destinations in the United States, and catfish are a major reason why. Over the past few years, I’ve noticed an increasing number of anglers turning their attention toward these … Read the rest