Catfish NOW

If fishing is more than just a hobby to you, it might be time to take the next step. 🎣 @npaa_net offers membership levels for anglers of all experience levels, with benefits that help you grow your skills, expand your network, and stay connected to the fishing industry.

Chasing giant cats? Off Shore Tackle planer boards let you run multiple rigs without tangles, keep baits at different depths, and cover more water. The result: more bites from big catfish. Photo: Flathead Freaks Catfishing Adventures. offshoretackle.com

Built for big fish and heavy current. Check out the Atlas XH Trophy Catfish Rod from @BnMPoles in our latest gear feature. catfishnow.com/atlas-xh-troph… #CatfishNOW

Take a look at our Guide of the Month, Jimmi Brown, owner of Chasin’ Cats in Iowa! His passion for fishing started young, and he fishes throughout central Iowa, southeast of Des Moines, often on Saylorville Lake and Lake Red Rock. Want a closer ? 👉 catfishnow.com/guide-of-the-m…

Anietra Hamper took Fishbites baits to Guyana and put them to work! The result? Knifefish, leopard catfish, and a few surprises she wasn’t expecting. Clean, easy, and effective—Fishbites did exactly what they’re made to do: catch fish without the mess. fishbites.com/freshwater

What’s the best bait for catfish? This Catfish Basics guide breaks down the top beginner baits and how to use them. Read here: catfishnow.com/catfish-basics… #CatfishNOW

Anglers trust B’n’M Fishing Gear for rods built to handle hard runs, heavy weight, and powerful fish. B’n’M rods give you the backbone and control needed to land more catfish and handle the fight with confidence. bnmpoles.com/products/silve… #Catfishing #BnMRods #FishingGear

Do regulations actually create better fishing? Brad Durick explains how smart management builds trophy catfish fisheries. 🎣 Read more: catfishnow.com/catfish-conser… #CatfishNOW

Catfish anglers love a good story about old fish, but sometimes the legends are real. One flathead catfish stocked decades ago was recaptured nearly 30 years later, proving just how long these river giants can live when conditions are right. Read it now: catfishnow.com/river-rumors-o…

$7.29 to stay stink-free and land big cats! Yes! Fishbites Catfish Baits melt in the water, not on your hands. No fridge, long-lasting scent, and available in White, Pink, and Yellow—simplify your tackle and fish with ease. fishbites.com/freshwater

Longer days mean more time on the water. It’s the perfect time to get more involved in the sport you love. 🌅🎣 @npaa_net connects anglers with education, resources, and a community built around fishing. 👉 npaa.net/join-npaa

Crafted from 100% carbon fiber, the integrated rear courtesy light provides just the right amount of illumination to manage fish and gear without sacrificing your night vision. 💡🎣 fireflymarine.com #FireflyMarine #CarbonFiber #NightFishing #ProGear #LightYourWay

Blue catfish are booming in Chesapeake Bay and anglers are being encouraged to catch more of them! Read why on this month's CatfishNOW 👉 catfishnow.com/chesapeake-blu… #CatfishNOW #BlueCatfish #ChesapeakeBay

Big catfish don’t play fair. When a giant starts pulling drag, the last thing needed is the boat drifting off the spot or swinging into structure. Fast deployment and solid hold mean anglers can focus on battling the fish—not chasing the boat. @Power_Pole

Fishbites catfish baits keep things simple. Clean, easy to use, and built to stay on the hook. Their stick bait technology releases scent in the water where it belongs, not all over your hands, boat, or the bank. fishbites.com/freshwater

A major crackdown on illegal catfish harvesting is making waves. A months-long investigation uncovered a large-scale operation involving the unlawful harvest and sale of catfish, showing just how seriously wildlife agencies are protecting our fisheries. catfishnow.com/river-raid-cra…

Fishbites catfish baits —easy to use, tough on the hook, and put more whiskers in the net. If you haven’t tried them yet, there’s a good chance the next time you’re loading the hook… you’ll be wondering why it took you so long. fishbites.com/freshwater

Off Shore Tackle planer boards handle it all—from crappie, catfish, and even saltwater monsters. With boards built for every size and style of fishing, they’re the versatile tool you can rely on for any trip, on any water. Photo: Rick Wacasey offshoretackle.com

Flathead catfish are a favorite target—but in some waters they’re becoming a serious problem. Learn how their spread is impacting fisheries. catfishnow.com/are-flathead-c… #CatfishNOW #FlatheadCatfish

For many anglers, the journey starts with a passion for fishing, but it can grow into something much bigger. Through networking, education, & industry connections, @NPAA_net helps anglers turn their passion into opportunity. Learn more about memberships. npaa.net/join-npaa