There are a few basic methods that are effective in catching catfish.  Bear in mind that specific methods are appropriate to specific kinds of waters.  That is because techniques and baiting mixtures are formulated for specific targets.

1) Rigging method – Depending on the bait used, loop the bait holder or the treble hook from a line to a preferred distance to the end.  Bait movement is not suggested; therefore, a weight must be used to allow the rig to be still.

Same as the first method, using the Slipweight to make the bait stable is also effective.  The weight does not matter as long as it can slide in the line.

2) Bait – Experts opt for chicken livers or medium sized shrimp from groceries.  The shrimp’s tail and skin must be removed and body should be big enough to slide up in a number 6 hook.  A diameter of a quarter is wrapped in a piece of pantyhose leaving a tag end then attach it through the treble hook.  Blood worms, minnows, catfish paste, night crawlers, snails, living or dead small fish, and dough baits are also good choices of baits.  Remember that the best baits are always those that nature produced.

3) Chumming – Fishermen catch more catfish with this method.  This is simply throwing balls of mixtures of natural recipes in the fishing area.  This attracts more catfish; the trick is that the mixture should be right enough for the catfish to feed heavily.  The hook that will be used to fish normally must have the same recipe for the bait.  Adding a good smelling flavor into the pasty mixture attracts catfish more.

4) Tackling – Although the technique involved in this method is by far effective, it’s still the bait that attracts and brings the catfish in.  Choose heavier lines to allow more battle between the fisherman and the catfish.

Make sure the grip is secure hooks are removed by pliers after catching the fish.