I do like a lot of your videos. I have moved around a lot and 40 years ago I use to live in Des,Moines, IA. Two of my children was born at Mercy and the other one was born at Broadlawns hospital and I believe I misspelled broadlawns lol but I am originally from AZ. But now I live in MN. But anyway I just wanted to let you know that at the river you can catch your own shad with a cast net. Here in MN. Also this state does have 10.000 lakes to go fishing. I’m 61 years old and I go fishing for catfish to eat and they are delicious fresh. But I do fish for other fish also but more catfish. Keep making those videos.
Well, he hooked itself on the side when he swiped at it . I'm just glad that you caught him. My lilbrother and I are going fishing tomorrow at Palestine Lake . I can't wait till I can actually hooked a 50pounder or one that weighs more. Because everytime that I actually hooked one that weighed 50 plus pounder I have never been able to get it in . That's because I just found out about what drag is .
Right after ice out, fish those brushpiles and deep holes ,but use a gob of 3 or 4 night crawlers. Early season when they won't take bluegill, suckers, or bulkhead, they will suck down a wad of crawlers dangled in front of their nose
Nice video I have to say I couldn't put up with those bugs ! I thought Scotland was bad with midges the size of buzzards eating the chit out of me ! Nice markings on that baby turd muncher . Ryan didn't let me down with his beer in hand. Another enjoyable one keep up the good work
The Shooter is a poor marksmen, kinda like me. I couldn't hit the broadside of a barn. But hey, it wasn't a Giant but you caught one. Still a win to me.
Posting flathead videos while you guys are below freezing?? haha Those baby carp are killer and my favorite as well. I also am a firm believer in big moons sucking for flats. I'm fishing tomorrow night with the high being 81 degrees or so lol almost have to break out a jacket! LOL
River Certified He is. My friend caught a 73 shortly after he caught that. You know flatheads though, even if you think you have them figured out, they’ll switch. One guy here nicknamed Critter is probably one of the best ever. He has a book of his and his dads reports from trips of the past like 50 years or something. He has every water level, moon phase, bait, depth, air/water temps, etc back logged. He’s the most consistent flathead guy I’ve ever seen with 2 previous records and multiple 70lb flats under his belt. Crazy! We always hate when he enters our tourneys 😂
Even though you or Barney Fife didn't catch a big one still I bet you'll had a good time. With Barney throwing a bait off and snagging a log and snagging that poor little channel 🤣LMAO !
That definitely makes two of us Ed! Ice fishing helps, but its not the same. Thanks for always watching! I think I'm gonna put up a video saturday morning too.
When your buddy is catching fish and you go over and cast right next to where he's casting it's called...."paylakeing". I'm not proud I'll paylake someone in a heartbeat. I guess the term only makes sense if you know what a pay lake is tho. Great vid and keep your powder dry 👍.
Won't get no hate from this guy!! Every fisherman foul hooks one every now and then.I strongly feel that when your float drops,you set the hook,foul hook him,no fault of ours,strongly convinced that,that fish hit the bait and is either spitting it back out or we pull it out at the same time we set the hook, catching him outside the mouth or a fin or wherever.. Point being,I think that in certain situations, meaning not casting lures,but still fishing either top or bottom that foul hooked fish are most times fish that are going for your bait but for whatever the reason,the hook slips past the mouth, catching somewhere else on the body.. Man that was alot of splaining!!!! P.S, Another Fine River Certified Production
Where are you finding small carp and suckers of that size? I fish small creeks, large creeks, small rivers and big rivers and cant find suckers under a foot, or small carp
I have a question that doesn’t really pertain exactly to this particular video, but I wondered what type of rig you would use in a retention pond with a mucky bottom, this time of year with 35 degree water temp? Fishing for big channel. Would you use a circle hook in cold water?
I fish as much as I can but there is a river with a l9t of current and snags but I also know there are cats in there how would u recommend fishing it current is way to fast for bobbers and the current moves 8 0unce weights
@@RiverCertified man thanks for getting back to me. I really appreciate that. Glad I follow your channel. Lol watch ever time I go catfish. That way I can see a catfish
I'm glad you enjoy em Chris! For the cats, catch some bluegills or shad from the pond and use just the guts. Cats seem to prefer them in cold water. Thanks for watching!
@@RiverCertified welp I didn't get skunked fishing for panfish but the catfish on the other hand were not biting at all. Tried shrimp cutbait hotdogs a pack of turkey meat for sandwiches worms and crawfish. But I'll try the river monday and see how many blues an channels I can catch an put in the pond for other people to catch them 😁🙏💯
They are aunry things. I've had them chase me clean out good fishing spots. I've been bit by one also. Found out the hard way I'm allergic to antivenom.
Now if we pull up to a spot and there are any around, we go somewhere else.my palm and fingers are scared from it. Their venom breaks down muscles and blood. It was my fault for grabbing it thinking it was just water snake going to toss it away from my chair. Learned my lesson
@@RiverCertified Thanks for getting back so fast sometimes youll comment on someones video and never get a replie do you guys ever get into Michigan to fish? Let me know if your planning on coming this way i can definitely turn you on too some good spots
@@RiverCertified yeah I feel like the flathead is more cleaner of a taste if that makes sense they don't taste so game or as strong of a taste as the other kind of catfish
@@RiverCertified haha nope there isn't but from the sounds of things he isn't a very good shot 🤣 just came across your channel it was recommended because that's all I watch is fishing and hunting haha love it!
No hate from NE Oklahoma bout a snagged fish! Thank you and how did I get unsubscribed? Any way 🌙 hater be safe and sound and we'll be waiting on your next big brown ugly foray.
I've never had consistent success on large cats with minnows, but I don't use them much. Definitely something I need to work into the rotation. Thanks for watching!
man, just want to say thanks for all the great videos. keeps me itching to fish even with the nasty weather here in Michigan.
I'm just glad you enjoy em! You definitely need to get out tho. Are the steelhead running?
wish i could tell you, been at work 6-7 days a week for the last month-ready for a fishing vacation soon!
@@rcichosz9223 do it! You've definitely earned it!
Where at in Michigan are you?
I do like a lot of your videos. I have moved around a lot and 40 years ago I use to live in Des,Moines, IA. Two of my children was born at Mercy and the other one was born at Broadlawns hospital and I believe I misspelled broadlawns lol but I am originally from AZ. But now I live in MN. But anyway I just wanted to let you know that at the river you can catch your own shad with a cast net. Here in MN. Also this state does have 10.000 lakes to go fishing. I’m 61 years old and I go fishing for catfish to eat and they are delicious fresh. But I do fish for other fish also but more catfish. Keep making those videos.
Thanks for sharing the story. I enjoyed reading it. Good luck fishing up there and hope you're staying warm!
I love watching your videos I'm from indiana most my rivers are about that size
Glad you enjoy em!
Where from in indiana. I fish the tippicanoe in north central indiana
Dude I'm watching this in March and seeing that sandbar makes me wanna go camping on the bank......awsome video
I'm pretty excited myself man! Glad you enjoyed it!
I’m 7 minutes into the video and really beginning to wonder if that guy will ever stop shooting.. 😂😂
Haha no laws against having a good time! He shot till the sun went down. Thanks for watching the video Randy!
I love the realism of your videos. It's like legit reality fishing tv.
When he said he feels like he’s in Minnesota where you buy bait with money and not time, I felt that!!!
Well, he hooked itself on the side when he swiped at it . I'm just glad that you caught him. My lilbrother and I are going fishing tomorrow at Palestine Lake . I can't wait till I can actually hooked a 50pounder or one that weighs more. Because everytime that I actually hooked one that weighed 50 plus pounder I have never been able to get it in . That's because I just found out about what drag is .
Good luck man! Drag is over rated haha
Those baits are the JUICE....💯
You aren't kidding Larry. I wish I could get baits like that all the time! Thank you for always watching!
@@RiverCertified And,Spencer,Any Flathead this time of year,Is good stuff...
Right after ice out, fish those brushpiles and deep holes ,but use a gob of 3 or 4 night crawlers. Early season when they won't take bluegill, suckers, or bulkhead, they will suck down a wad of crawlers dangled in front of their nose
Funny you mention that. I've been fishing a ball of crawlers for about two weeks now No big ugly brown ones yet, but I'm gonna keep trying!
I've been doing that for over 30 years, crawled out on log jams and just keep moving it around till you find where he's at . See you on the river
Nice video I have to say I couldn't put up with those bugs ! I thought Scotland was bad with midges the size of buzzards eating the chit out of me !
Nice markings on that baby turd muncher .
Ryan didn't let me down with his beer in hand. Another enjoyable one keep up the good work
Seems like everywhere I go has a unique cocktail of creepy crawlies haha. Ryan is as consistent with beer as the bugs haha
Another awesome vid man! Keep up the great stuff man
Thanks Jared, I'm glad you're enjoying them!
The Shooter is a poor marksmen, kinda like me. I couldn't hit the broadside of a barn. But hey, it wasn't a Giant but you caught one. Still a win to me.
I can relate haha.
Beautiful fishing gear, this place is amazing, your fishing was great, congratulations.👍🎣🐠😉
I'm pretty blessed to fish the places I do! I really appreciate all the support and I'm glad you enjoy the videos!
Looked like a fun time, nice video man!
I cant complain 😁 thanks for watching!
Posting flathead videos while you guys are below freezing?? haha Those baby carp are killer and my favorite as well. I also am a firm believer in big moons sucking for flats. I'm fishing tomorrow night with the high being 81 degrees or so lol almost have to break out a jacket! LOL
Rub it in man😁 I hope you get one about 79 lbs! Thanks for watching!
River Certified Ha! I would take that. That’s a couple pounds over the state record 😂 thanks for keeping me entertained! Love the videos man
@@TDFishing exactly. Flathead Ed appears to be a beast. Thatd be a tough one to top!
River Certified He is. My friend caught a 73 shortly after he caught that. You know flatheads though, even if you think you have them figured out, they’ll switch. One guy here nicknamed Critter is probably one of the best ever. He has a book of his and his dads reports from trips of the past like 50 years or something. He has every water level, moon phase, bait, depth, air/water temps, etc back logged. He’s the most consistent flathead guy I’ve ever seen with 2 previous records and multiple 70lb flats under his belt. Crazy! We always hate when he enters our tourneys 😂
@@TDFishing that's badass. Gives ya something to strive for.
Even though you or Barney Fife didn't catch a big one still I bet you'll had a good time. With Barney throwing a bait off and snagging a log and snagging that poor little channel 🤣LMAO !
We're definitely better at having fun than catching fish haha
Love your channel buddy
I'm really glad you do! I really appreciate you watching!
Makes me miss summer..but not the bugs
That definitely makes two of us Ed! Ice fishing helps, but its not the same. Thanks for always watching! I think I'm gonna put up a video saturday morning too.
@@RiverCertified I think that's a great idea!..lol
Like your videos alot. Come to Tennessee and we will catch a giant
When your buddy is catching fish and you go over and cast right next to where he's casting it's called...."paylakeing". I'm not proud I'll paylake someone in a heartbeat. I guess the term only makes sense if you know what a pay lake is tho. Great vid and keep your powder dry 👍.
Definitely stealing that one *no pun intended. haha Thanks for checking out the video!
@@RiverCertified I'm gonna have to come up there to Iowa and pay lake your ass next summer.
Won't get no hate from this guy!!
Every fisherman foul hooks one every now and then.I strongly feel that when your float drops,you set the hook,foul hook him,no fault of ours,strongly convinced that,that fish hit the bait and is either spitting it back out or we pull it out at the same time we set the hook, catching him outside the mouth or a fin or wherever.. Point being,I think that in certain situations, meaning not casting lures,but still fishing either top or bottom that foul hooked fish are most times fish that are going for your bait but for whatever the reason,the hook slips past the mouth, catching somewhere else on the body..
Man that was alot of splaining!!!!
P.S, Another Fine River Certified Production
River certifiable 😆😆😆😆😆😆
Love your videos!
I'm really glad you do!
Hey the ultimate bird nest Bend there and Dunn it But This Fish on Spencer As always great video😁
I reckon it goes with the territory. I had a memorable one the other day. Thanks for always watching Glenn!
Gosh, idk why but I've tried suckers so many times and I never have caught anything. Funny to see different baits work better in different regions (:
Its definitely a region by region basis. Thanks for watching!
Where are you finding small carp and suckers of that size? I fish small creeks, large creeks, small rivers and big rivers and cant find suckers under a foot, or small carp
I just throw the net till I get em. I honestly love to use 12-15 inch suckers.
I have a question that doesn’t really pertain exactly to this particular video, but I wondered what type of rig you would use in a retention pond with a mucky bottom, this time of year with 35 degree water temp? Fishing for big channel. Would you use a circle hook in cold water?
I actually have just the video for you!
th-cam.com/video/LI-L70JrVs0/w-d-xo.html
Hope that helps! Good luck!
Thanks. I am going to a place where there’s a 20lb channel lurking. I hope he is ready to eat
@@sfunk6294 hope so too man!
I’m in Des Moines brother born and raised let’s meet up and get them in the early spring. Awesome videos! I’ve got some spots to share with you.
Get a hold of me this spring and we might have to work something out. Thanks for the invitation! Merry Christmas!
I’m the person in the background shooting 😂
You were definitely enjoying yourself haha
How do you set up a bobber with the weight on the bottom and the bait suspended between them?
Check this video out. Might help! th-cam.com/video/Yq9CtwrY7hA/w-d-xo.html
@@RiverCertified that's pretty neat.. so you have to keep adjusting to get the bobber at the right depth? I like that a lot. Thanks
Soooo.... do you have a patten on that live bait cooler camera pod rod holder?
I planned on dropping the final product this summer. Keep it quiet tho😆
@@RiverCertified Welp, all the good ideas are officially taken.
Good vid mann....
Glad you enjoyed it Jay!
We can use bullheads as bait as long as your south of hwy 210 I think. Unfortunately I fish and live north of 210
Sounds complicated. I'm glad we don't have to worry about that here. Thanks for watching!
How do you normally get your bullhead/chub for baits?
I actually just filmed a video on that, but I have several older ones where i talk about it
I fish as much as I can but there is a river with a l9t of current and snags but I also know there are cats in there how would u recommend fishing it current is way to fast for bobbers and the current moves 8 0unce weights
How do u sent up your bobber do I put your lead at the bottoms. And how is that rig up
You got it. I have a video on it on the tips and tricks section on my channel too.
@@RiverCertified man thanks for getting back to me. I really appreciate that. Glad I follow your channel. Lol watch ever time I go catfish. That way I can see a catfish
Gotta love these kinds of videos 😁🎣💯 any tips on community pond baits for channels an big bass that won't commit? 🙏
I'm glad you enjoy em Chris! For the cats, catch some bluegills or shad from the pond and use just the guts. Cats seem to prefer them in cold water. Thanks for watching!
@@RiverCertified I'll try it in a hour bro I'm heading to the pond now
@@RiverCertified welp I didn't get skunked fishing for panfish but the catfish on the other hand were not biting at all. Tried shrimp cutbait hotdogs a pack of turkey meat for sandwiches worms and crawfish. But I'll try the river monday and see how many blues an channels I can catch an put in the pond for other people to catch them 😁🙏💯
@@lafayetteadventures3057 I'm cheering for ya!
@@RiverCertified thank you 😁🙏💚🎣. Might have to get a kayak soon like you guys
Why is your water blue in your bait bucket? Thanks
Its a water treatment that makes your bait more active. Here's a link if you want to check it out. amzn.to/2OqvYVm
Hope that helps!
Do ya'll have water moccasins where you are. We get those more than water snakes here.
Fortunately we do not. I've ran into a few in Oklahoma and I'm not a fan. Thanks for watching the video!
They are aunry things. I've had them chase me clean out good fishing spots. I've been bit by one also. Found out the hard way I'm allergic to antivenom.
@@davidrose415 glad you made it through it. I can't even imagine how terrible of an experience that would be.
Now if we pull up to a spot and there are any around, we go somewhere else.my palm and fingers are scared from it. Their venom breaks down muscles and blood. It was my fault for grabbing it thinking it was just water snake going to toss it away from my chair. Learned my lesson
outdoors glad it didn't cost you anything more than scars
river therapy
My favorite kind for sure
@@RiverCertified wish more people knew how it could change your day.
Thanks brother
That is a small river it obviously must b super shallow at the moment where is that at? Are you guys in a drought?
Yeah it was really low then
@@RiverCertified Thanks for getting back so fast sometimes youll comment on someones video and never get a replie do you guys ever get into Michigan to fish? Let me know if your planning on coming this way i can definitely turn you on too some good spots
Circle hooks vs normal or kahle hooks for flathead?
My experience. Circles are marginal. Kahles are great. Js are my favorite.
River Certified thanks for the information I really appreciate it!
River Certified my guy💯 I don’t run into many people that prefer J hooks nowadays. Thought I was the only one. Hope ya get a biggen! 🎣🎣🎣
Nice bait you have there, be a shame if somebody flings if off the hook 😂
Haha it goes with the territory. Nice running into you today!
@@RiverCertified always a pleasure 😁
You’re not wrong about buying bait in Minnesota I’ll give you that.
Loved it and the sm.brown ugly fish thanks for doing this is enjoy
It was nice of him to make an appearance in this one😁
Man that guy shooting the gun spent a fortune in ammo. That would of been a little scary lol. CATCH A GIANT
I'm assuming he reloads his own bullets haha. Hope you get a jumbo too Shawn! Thanks for watching!
Squishy Squishy Squishy ? Uhhh oookkkay.
It was a tad muddy in spots. Thanks for watching!
Do u think there a taste difference between the difference species of catfish when u eat them
Definitely. Flathead is way different. Its my favorite.
@@RiverCertified yeah I feel like the flathead is more cleaner of a taste if that makes sense they don't taste so game or as strong of a taste as the other kind of catfish
damn ur buddy had a rough start at it
Haha it happens to all of us, especially me😁 thanks for watching!
5:27 ever turn the clicker on instead opening the reel? I sure have
I have personally found many unique and colorful ways to screw things up😆 glad I'm not the only one! Thanks for watching Adam!
How did I get unsubscribed from your channel? I watch this ALL THE TIME!!!! TH-cam is ticking me off!
Haha i think it's just a click of a button. Sounds so easy😁
River Certified could be all the scorpion sauce and beer getting to my head. Mostly the hot sauce 😉
@@dandelk664 both are potent haha
River Certified indeed lol
Summer backlog videos making me a bit sad it's turning into winter :0 say hi to the wood
Same. I've been scouring google earth the last week and I'm ready for June already haha. Woody kept chewing the leg off his new stuffed animal😁
I cannot believe how many times that guys shot......
Nothing wrong with sighting in your AR😁 thanks for watching Cody!
@@RiverCertified haha nope there isn't but from the sounds of things he isn't a very good shot 🤣 just came across your channel it was recommended because that's all I watch is fishing and hunting haha love it!
@@codysmackdown1 I can relate to not being a good shot😁 really glad you enjoy the videos!
At least you're a good guy you take the special ed out fishing LOL
🤣🤣🤣 ol' Ryan catches fish every once in a while that makes me feel bad about myself! Thanks for watching Dan!
No hate from NE Oklahoma bout a snagged fish! Thank you and how did I get unsubscribed? Any way 🌙 hater be safe and sound and we'll be waiting on your next big brown ugly foray.
That's cuz you're a legend. It was a few local guys that gave me a hard time, but it goes with the territory. Thanks for watching!
If this in the middle river just east of Winterset that's probably me :)
That's fair😆 Kinda jealous. Haven't been shooting in a while. Thanks for watching!
++q qq
Can't use them in Michigan........ I'm so jelly dude lol
But you get to fish for that steel!
@@RiverCertified lol me and a million others, croton is always packed. Most are cool and have tips but sometimes the older ones hate my cameras!
Where I live using minnows an Where I live using big minnows is the best
I've never had consistent success on large cats with minnows, but I don't use them much. Definitely something I need to work into the rotation. Thanks for watching!
You didn't get skunked 👍
We barely squeaked one out, but I'll take it. You're the man Ray!
@@RiverCertified 😊
Catching/feeding a future giant or 2
Yessir! I hope I find them again in about 5 years. Thanks for watching!
“I think it’s safe to say he never had the hook.” 🤣🤣🤣
I suppose at some point, turtles go from annoying to entertaining😆 You're the man Colin!
Fishing with catfish as bait is illegal just watch your back with those game wardens
In iowa it's legal, I just dont do it much. Thanks for watching Corey!
He lip a cat damn
Just got squeeze them harder than they'd squeeze you😁 thanks for watching Timothy!
I've never handled cats any other way...
How tf do you only have 30k subs. Understand my g
Is what it is dude. I'm just enjoying what I'm doing😁
@@RiverCertified seems fun enough
@@RiverCertified shits good keep it up
Manimal
You gotta be talking about Ryan. He's not someone I'd want to mess with. Thanks for watching!
You snagging encouraging monster you
You caught me. I've been practicing my technique for years. Thanks for watching Noah!