* Minnows
* Worms
* Crayfish
* Frogs
* Small fish
Prepared baits
* Chicken livers
* Beef livers
* Shrimp
* Cheese
* Catfish dough baits
Lures
* Spoons
* Jigs
* Crankbaits
* Spinnerbaits
Tips for catching catfish
* Use heavy tackle. Catfish are strong fish, so you need to use heavy tackle to land them. A fishing rod with a line rating of 10-20 pounds is a good choice.
* Bait your hook with fresh bait. Catfish are attracted to fresh bait, so make sure to use fresh minnows, worms, or crayfish.
* Fish in deep water. Catfish prefer to stay in deep water, so find a spot that is at least 10 feet deep.
* Fish at night. Catfish are most active at night, so try fishing for them after dark.
Additional tips:
* Use a variety of baits and lures to find what the catfish are biting on.
* Be patient. Catfish can be slow to bite, so don't get discouraged if you don't catch anything right away.
* Be careful when handling catfish. Catfish have sharp fins and teeth, so be careful not to get cut.