Tuesday, September 2, 2014

Ultimate Fun In Red River Catfishing

By Marlene Blevins


Many people love fishing. This is probably because it is a cheap hobby and is suitable for all members of the family. It is not very tiring, nor is it repetitive and is relaxing. When you start to feel like you need something completely knew in your life, it is probably time to try out Red River catfishing. It will give you the perfect challenge and experience.

Size and ability to fight characterize these fishes, hence it is not easy to find or catch them. They hold the world record for largest cats and do not have any rival world over. The average size for a normal cat is 15 pounds while the monsters can weigh anything above 40 pounds. The biggest blue ever caught was 143 pounds and 57 inches long.

This river measures around 885km and has North Dakota as its starting point and ends in Winnipeg Lake in Manitoba. It is very common to hear Red River and catfish mentioned in the same breath. This arises because the river is the most famous source of cats. When anything comes up about catfishes, Red River comes into mind and vice versa.

More than 70 species of fish exist in this river. There are various catfish species that are fund in Red River including Channel, Northern Pike, Mooneye, Bullheads, Walleye and Sauger. The type of bait to use usually depends on what you prefer. Channels are opportunistic and will feed on just about anything that swims by. Bait to use includes shrimps, chicken liver, chicken gizzards.

Sinkers are used to ensure that the bait remains at the bottom. The knot is protected from the sinker by the use of a bead or tubing. The swivel is to allow the bait to turn in the direction of the current and also to prevent twists in the line. Use the correct size for the hook depending on the fish to be caught. Along all spots in the river you will find cats. For some they prefer the bottom while others are in ponds. Yet others are found in depressions and holes in this river. Catfishes are best caught between 12 and 6 am.

Catfish eat almost anything varying from plants, fish and fish eggs. They also seem to love worms as well as leeches. In adulthood, they are able to eat other bigger fishes. Cats also love dead matters hence are opportunistic feeders and they also love to feed at night time. They can be found along any part of the river; bottoms, depressions as well as ponds.

Cats have one of the strongest senses of smell in the animal world. They use whiskers to sense food and swim towards it. They prefer night feeding since most of their prey is asleep. In addition, they can live in water that is polluted or has low oxygen content. They can also taste well. When you place the bait near the whiskers, they are able to sense it.

When going fishing for cats, this is an exceptional and memorable experience. For the family, it is a time to bond and have fun. For corporations its a chance to make an impression to potential clients or investors. For whatever reason you go to fish, hire a boat and equipment instead of carrying your own.




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