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Catfish Fact or Fiction? 11 Debunked Myths About Whiskerfish

Myths abound about these popular sportfish. It's time we get to the truth of the matter.

Keith Sutton

Western Whiskerfish: Trophy Flatheads, Channels, Even Blues

In the trout-rich West, you can find plenty of big catfish in the big rivers and reservoirs of

Andrew McKean

11 Types of Live Baits Catfish Can't Resist

When you want to coax a bite, use these catfish baits for full stringers all summer.

Keith Sutton

Channel Cat Record Broken in West Virginia

Another big trophy catfish is added to the state fishing record book.

Game & Fish Staff

Summer Game-Planning for Channel, Flathead and Blue Catfish

Follow the advice of three whiskerfish guides to catch more cats before, during and after the

Scott Mackenthun

Channel Catfish Chowdown

How to fish the best-performing catfish baits and lures to catch more hungry whiskerfish.

M.D. Johnson

Angler Fulfills Catfish Passion with Record Flathead

Michigan giant continues trend of state-record catfish.

Game & Fish Staff

7 Bait Boosts for Summer Channel Catfish

Take your channel catfish baits from good enough to irresistible with these simple tricks.

Keith Sutton

Focus on Spawn Hangouts for Channel Cats

Many anglers decide to stop fishing for channel catfish during the spawn. That's a big mistake.

Dan Anderson

Best Baits to Catch Big Flathead Catfish

Flatheads can be picky compared to blues and channels. Here are six natural baits they won't

Alan Clemons

Target Channel Catfish in Wide Range of Waters

Become familiar with the favored cover, structure and forage of channel cats in various

Keith Sutton

Massive 'Fish of Lifetime' Breaks Blue Cat Record

131 pounds: Mississippi blue catfish broke previous record by more than 30 lbs.

Game & Fish Staff

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