An 11-year-old boy catching a rare albino blue catfish on the Tennessee River is more than a sweet fishing story. It is the kind of moment that reminds anglers why rivers still feel unpredictable, why family fishing still matters, and … Read the rest
Author: Wyatt McKenzie
Twisted Cat Outdoors Fort Madison: What Anglers Need To Know Before Sunday’s Battle
The Twisted Cat Outdoors Fort Madison stop is not just another date on a catfish tournament calendar; it is a pressure point where preparation, judgment, and river discipline start showing before a line ever hits the water. With registration closing … Read the rest
Why Clear Lake’s Channel Catfish Classic Is Big News for California Catfish Anglers
The Channel Catfish Classic Clear Lake arrives at a moment when competitive fishing is no longer just a weekend pastime; it is becoming a measure of regional identity, outdoor economics, and species-specific angling culture. A two-day approved catfish contest on … Read the rest
Why Circle Hooks Are Changing Catfish Fishing for the Better
The modern catfish bite has changed, and so has the smartest way to answer it. At a time when anglers are refining every part of their approach, one of the biggest advantages now comes from doing less at the exact … Read the rest
Catfish Fishing and River Conservation in a Changing Freshwater World
Catfish have long occupied a unique place in the global fishing economy. They feed families, support commercial harvests, attract sport anglers, and anchor traditions that stretch across entire river basins. Right now, though, the debate around catfish is becoming … Read the rest
Why Catfish Bite After Rain: The Best Time to Fish Ponds and Rivers
A passing storm changes more than the sky. In ponds and rivers, it can reset the entire feeding equation for catfish, turning ordinary water into a short-lived window of real opportunity.
I have long viewed rain not as a disruption … Read the rest
Why Understanding Catfish Fishing Transitions Matters More Than Ever
The difference between a slow day and a memorable one often comes down to a detail many anglers overlook: change. Right now, as more fishermen chase efficiency instead of luck, understanding where catfish position themselves has become less of a … Read the rest
How River Bends Are the Ultimate Hotspots for Catching Catfish
The difference between an empty cooler and a productive day on the water often comes down to location. Right now, as fishing pressure increases and conditions shift, understanding where catfish naturally gather is more important than ever. River bends consistently … Read the rest
Spring Catfish Fishing: How Anglers Are Winning Big by Fishing Shallow
Every spring, I see the same mistake repeated at ramps and weigh-ins: anglers keep hunting deep long after the better fish have started feeding shallow. In tournament fishing, that hesitation can be expensive. The winning water is often the … Read the rest
One Setup, Big Results: The Power of the Three-Way Rig
I’ve spent countless hours fishing rivers, and if there’s one lesson that always holds true, it’s this: current changes everything. What works in a calm lake often fails in moving water. That’s exactly where three-way rig catfish fishing becomes … Read the rest