Fishing on an Island for GIANT Flathead Catfish!!!

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  • @trevorrandlesoutdoorsiowa
    @trevorrandlesoutdoorsiowa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Rewatching all these kayak flathead fishing videos and getting pumped for this year.

  • @bryancochran1382
    @bryancochran1382 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The old foil pack of taters with shrooms and onions... man after my own heart! Thats one of my favorite go tos for camping or grilling. Try Cavernders greek seasoning on them or even Louisiana hot sauce... you will NOT be disappointed! Just a tip from one guy to another.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll take all the help I can get😁

  • @paulatkinson4439
    @paulatkinson4439 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Congrats on the nice flathead. Those rascals seem to avoid me. I've caught a couple on trots, no luck on the rod and reel. Glad you made time to go see your Dad, I fish with memories of my Dad constantly. Cherish him every day, because, when they are gone, it's a tremdously helpless & empty feeling. Ditto with Mom, too.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As far as the flatheads go, just try to make adjustments based off of what does and doesn't work. As far as my parents go, I try my best to do exactly what you said. Thank you for watching sir!

    • @paulatkinson4439
      @paulatkinson4439 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@RiverCertified I certainly need to do things differently. I guess I have been repeating the same actions & getting the same results. It's time to get closer to log jams & loose some tackle (pay my dues) and get right in there with them. I honor my parents every year by taking a few channel cats from the lake, & putting them in the pond at the cemetery. Dad taught me fishing & Mom loved the fish fry's we used to have. Take care.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@paulatkinson4439 that's a cool tradition. As far as getting into cover. Great idea during the day, but not usually necessary at night. I look for areas I believe fish concentrate as they travel at night. Usually areas where water depths funnel down near where I believe they spend their time during the day.

  • @ryanharrod1155
    @ryanharrod1155 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is one of my favorite videos. I am freaking out not being able to fish for them. It gets me going when nothing else will. If anyone knows that feeling tho I kno it’s you. Love this channel gonna keep me going threw the winter.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dude I definitely hear where you're coming from. That's why I went to chase blues last weekend. Helped numb the pain. You're the man Ryan!

    • @addxgordophillips9941
      @addxgordophillips9941 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yessir sorry u can't fish brother least you got Spencer's channel

  • @colinpennington2090
    @colinpennington2090 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there anything better than fishing live bait and watching your rod bounce when they get excited? Love it! Great fish! I can’t wait to land a flattie like that one day. Massive flooding in my area has pretty much ruined my chance at pre-spawn flathead season this year. I’ll have to get at them after spawn.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No sir. No there is not. I'm actually experiencing it right now😁 good luck when the water calms down!

  • @shawnt9256
    @shawnt9256 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm back in the archives spence.
    That's the thing with your vids,it's cool to watch them a couple times because your pretty entertaining to say the least,and certain times of the yr the flatties slow down in northern states and this is the best way to get that catfish slime fix....

  • @edbrown3047
    @edbrown3047 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Now that's a fishing trip of a lifetime

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can't disagree. I hope to find a bigger one someday that makes me change my mind on that 😁

  • @fishnlift01
    @fishnlift01 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've worked a bass jig the rest of the way out of a smallie's rear end. Thinking it must've hurt on the way through, but she passed it. Gotta let them biggins go, even when they're hooked deep. Nice video. Thanks for sharing.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope I never have to experience that. If there's any fish that could make it, it's a flathead I figure. Thanks for watching!

  • @benfulton1508
    @benfulton1508 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video reminds me of what made me fall in love with fishing. Spent lots of nights on a sandbar swatting mosquitos. Can’t say I’ve got any fish that size yet. Well done

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its cool that I'm not the only one. Thanks for sharing that story Ben! Good luck fishing!

  • @eviltricster8090
    @eviltricster8090 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those sinker slides are sweet and I need some but it takes only a few seconds too retie a knot.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hear ya. They aren't necessary, but sure are handy.

  • @davidsmith5208
    @davidsmith5208 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve always found it great to have like a small tarp to roll wood into it really makes it easy to avoid getting wet. Love the vids

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the advice man! And for watching!

  • @kellywalsh6735
    @kellywalsh6735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My husband caught his first flathead this past weekend. It was long and skinny. About 15 pounds. We took it home and I cut him up. I found a huge hook in the gut with a long bit of line going all the way to its mouth. Point is, that fish was still hunting and eating live prey. They live after a gut hook :)

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's awesome! And I appreciate ya sharing the story. Its comforting😁

  • @mikehuhman2538
    @mikehuhman2538 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well when the fish are not around you have a great cooking show. I'm in Nebraska and be Wright over for super. Great fish by the way! Thanks for the video!

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I usually find a way to eat well😁 really glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @ryanharrod1155
    @ryanharrod1155 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don’t know this guy personally but he is a legend. Catches monsters. 😁💪🏼

  • @teamreza3103
    @teamreza3103 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Spencer, group trip to Dale Hollow Res in TN at the end of September. We’ll be chasing mirror carp but I know there has to be monster cats in there too. Camping or houseboat available.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've heard there are monsters in there! I really appreciate the invitation, but I've already maxed out my trips this fall.

  • @cargotrailereric6738
    @cargotrailereric6738 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was sure I had a monster yesterday and it turned out to be the biggest soft shell turtle I’ve ever seen. Had my heart thumping.

  • @gregs2509
    @gregs2509 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Right on with the release decision. Simple math. Also fish are a good deal more resilient than most people give them credit for. I caught a small pike on the flyrod and while taking the barbless streamer out of the mouth noticed a steel leader protruding from the mouth. It was attached to a huge L shape ice fishing hook which was sticking out of the belly. I carefully released the hook and gently pulled the leader through the belly. Fish was healthy and vigorous and released again!

  • @Dot2Kode
    @Dot2Kode 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you do not mess around with food when you go camping...love it I try and take some good stuff when I camp also. Next best thing to catching fish is the food you eat when you camp.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed 100 %! Thanks for watching!

  • @ernestwalden3894
    @ernestwalden3894 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awsome. I love to fish off the bank for giant flatheads. I actually think I lost a 100lb flathead and my best pole last summer. I had my back turned for 5 minutes. The fish pulled the pole out of the ground drug it thrugh high grass rocks and weeds. Uprooting everything it tuched. A fish of a lifetime. Tru story 😇 anyway thanks for bringing us with ya. Keep on ripping lips 😉 and God bless.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you get another shot at him! That's fishing I guess. Thanks for watching!

  • @davidspangler4430
    @davidspangler4430 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    We always used hooks that would rust quicker just in case we gut hooked one, don't know if it mattered or not. Awesome fish!

  • @buddyyandell1849
    @buddyyandell1849 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looked like fun wish the river would go down here in st Joseph, mo so we can get out and chase them old flathead

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Flooded here too. Gotta find some current breaks! Good luck!

  • @Legallyblindoutdoors
    @Legallyblindoutdoors 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good way to start the morning a flatty b4 breakfast i want to go kayak camping this year

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My thoughts exactly. Needs to happen more often haha. Good luck when you go!

    • @Legallyblindoutdoors
      @Legallyblindoutdoors 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RiverCertified thanks brother

  • @mahoney1138
    @mahoney1138 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I knew there'd be flattys there. I didn't get a single bite on any channel cat baits I tried in that area. Probably because they all are getting ate by the big boys ;) Great video

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I could see that. Thanks for watching!

  • @williamleidy6713
    @williamleidy6713 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The coloration on that flathead was awesome.

  • @williamleidy6713
    @williamleidy6713 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I do a similar foil pouch camp cook . I usually use my Coleman two burner.

  • @steveburlingame1935
    @steveburlingame1935 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video great catch and the food made me hungry

  • @codyrobison6817
    @codyrobison6817 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeeeah boooy! Been waiting for a river certified flathead video nice work man awesome fish congrats to you keep them coming

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Should have a steady stream of them for a while. Gonna try for more tonight. Thanks for watching man!

    • @codyrobison6817
      @codyrobison6817 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      What water temps are you fishing right now

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shoot man. Maybe 68. Only hit 70 for like 2 days

  • @0shondre1
    @0shondre1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice catch - cleaned her and kept her ate off her for a good while since gut hooked … hook could puncture her insides and cause a slow death possibly. Lots of fillets

  • @NorthwoodsAngling
    @NorthwoodsAngling 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I search " Flathead catfish" and this is # 1!!...meow Spencer!

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did not realize that. I'm just stoked you guys watched it. Thank you!

  • @danielgrandon2701
    @danielgrandon2701 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing Spencer. Looks like you found the perfect spot to fish.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was that night atleast 😁 thank you for watching!

  • @daveblakeney4657
    @daveblakeney4657 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice appaloosa,,Be careful walking off with those hooks in the water,, it can get expensive when the cats pull them in the river.. I know you have the clickers,,but I myself would not leave it to chance👍👍

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the consideration! I'll probably do it till I get burned. About like most things I do😂 thanks for watching Dave!

    • @daveblakeney4657
      @daveblakeney4657 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RiverCertified Just found your channel a bit ago,, subbed..I am an avid cat fisherman myself..

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@daveblakeney4657 thank you sir! Glad I'm not the only one 😁😁😁

  • @rayturner3988
    @rayturner3988 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like your style brother
    Thanks for taking the time to bring us with you

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really glad you enjoy the videos dude!

  • @chadnolte1546
    @chadnolte1546 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice job spencer im about to head up your way and you can take me flat head fishing. Nice bud beautiful flathead

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Chad! You catch the bait and we might be able to work something out 😁

    • @chadnolte1546
      @chadnolte1546 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RiverCertified i got about 50 creek chubs frozen i caught a 1wk ago come on now CREEK CHUBS

  • @matthewblankenship7968
    @matthewblankenship7968 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good vid dude ..I own 2 moken 12.5 v2 ...being on a riverbank camping out all night fishing for flathead ...don’t get any better of a good day then that ....good vid dude ✌️

  • @vivaunited5480
    @vivaunited5480 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Aside from the amazing fishing content, you seem like a pretty great dude. Keep being a nice guy bro

  • @aongusaongus4371
    @aongusaongus4371 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use #4 circle hooks with live or cut bait. Seems to work well.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've never had success with flatheads on em. They seem to work great for every other kind of catfish though.

    • @wxcellstormchasing7619
      @wxcellstormchasing7619 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RiverCertified agreed I'm not a big fan of circle hooks or cut bait for flatheads.

  • @t.highley8053
    @t.highley8053 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man i would love to catch fish like that. You definitely have me wanting to step my game up. Thanks for all your great videos.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope for one like that all the time too. Hasn't happened yet this year, but im hopeful. Good luck dude!

    • @t.highley8053
      @t.highley8053 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RiverCertified thanks man. Good luck to you as well

  • @mauricecason5369
    @mauricecason5369 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was a awesome catch one big Flathead is better than none can't wait to see more thanks buddy

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm Fishing tonight so hopefully there will be more. Glad you enjoyed it man!

  • @100catfishing7
    @100catfishing7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WTG Spencer! Nothing like bringing in a big fish to brighten your outlook on life. BTW I would have enjoyed watching you eat those potatoes more if you put some ketchup on them. lol
    Good luck hanging that next monster!

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed 💯. I'm more of a sirachia guy, but there was only so much room in the cooler 😁 glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @baggers-
    @baggers- 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice slurper there on Your own personal island and you had the breakfast of champions just missing some bacon and that would have made it for me !

  • @jlarson8580
    @jlarson8580 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love seeing stuff like this just because i don't catfish much just mostly bass and occasionally salmon when i can but i need to try and start getting after some big cats. Nice job man, we do our best to keep fish alive but we can't win them all and it sucks but I agree if you kept it, it was 100% dead well said my guy

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate the encouragement J. Its sweet you get to fish for salmon. That's a fish I've never caught, but love to eat. Pretty jealous man!

    • @jlarson8580
      @jlarson8580 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course bro, got a video coming out Wednesday trolling for some nice coho so you can live vicariously through me lmao throwing it out there 😂 but seriously glad I found your channel 👊🏼

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'll definitely have to check that out man!

  • @patriotcatfishersofamerica7985
    @patriotcatfishersofamerica7985 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi friend, this is another great video as always. And thanks for sharing it with us all. Spencer I love your videos and thanks for sharing the great information you do on them. Thanks for taking us along with you on your Catfishing Adventures too. Keep up the great fun and keep sharing your videos with us. God Bless America 🇺🇸. Oh PS please message me about when you can come on my Wednesday night Patriot Catfishers of America TH-cam Talk Show. The viewers and I would love to chat with you and ask a few questions. Thanks again.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the very kind words! I'm glad you enjoy the videos! Where can I message you at?

    • @patriotcatfishersofamerica7985
      @patriotcatfishersofamerica7985 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      River Certified you can text me at 7046008369 or messenger on Facebook. I’m James Smith

  • @augustonthefly
    @augustonthefly 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those big flats are easy to unhook if they swallow it, just reach in there and turn the hook around. I've done it a few times, there's even vids on here on how to do it.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate that. I finally figured that out

    • @augustonthefly
      @augustonthefly 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Digging your vids man. Good stuff.

  • @REIBAHLE
    @REIBAHLE 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh sweet baby Jesus😂 keep this kind of content up Spencer

  • @quintenbrown1508
    @quintenbrown1508 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I got all my clothes yesterday just want to say you are the GOAT

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And I really really appreciate it man! Not sure about the goat, but I get lucky every once in a while 😁

    • @quintenbrown1508
      @quintenbrown1508 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've watched different ones but you get in depth. You never see them knot tying or where and when to fish like you.

  • @isidroperezjr.4332
    @isidroperezjr.4332 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's a tank. Great video got me all hyped up about wanting to go camping and catfishing.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's awesome! Hope you get on em once you do get out!

  • @markschuler6912
    @markschuler6912 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool video man. Good times. Very nice fish.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it Mark! Thanks for watching!

  • @hikenmikes8262
    @hikenmikes8262 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Nice flathead! Appreciate the catch and release.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I appreciate the compliment! Catch and release on everything over ten pounds for me.

  • @bradbex9051
    @bradbex9051 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's a beast Spencer!! congrats buddy.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Brad! It's definitely one I'm proud of!

  • @Campbellot8081
    @Campbellot8081 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice vid..we use bull cats for big flathead here in Kansas..world record caught not to far from my house..love how ya just made a camp on an island

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love bullheads too. Dont think I had any for this trip though. Jealous of the flathead fishing you have down there! Thanks for watching!

    • @dispatchts907
      @dispatchts907 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You must live close to Elk city lake then if you live close to where the state record was caught.

    • @Campbellot8081
      @Campbellot8081 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ya Steven I do.. I love southeast Kansas.. elk falls and elk City lake are great spots. 😄

    • @dispatchts907
      @dispatchts907 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jennie Riggle I live about 20 miles from elk city lake. Grew up in good old Indy.

  • @noahm.7467
    @noahm.7467 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That’s a nice flathead!!! Great video Spencer!🎣

  • @MrPhoenix1800
    @MrPhoenix1800 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the carp and catfish videos Luke stuck his hand in the catfishes stomach and unhooked it. Crazy!

  • @tjbullock4818
    @tjbullock4818 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We use the same sophisticated rod holder. Nice.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The are efficient and cost effective haha

  • @JacksonBaumgartOutdoors
    @JacksonBaumgartOutdoors 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome adventure man! I’m hoping to do some camping and catfishing on the Mississippi River. I prolly would have just kept it if it was bleeding and gut hooked: they’re a great eating fish really

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have fun man. Wasn't bleeding but gut hooked. But probably should have just taken the hook out.

    • @JacksonBaumgartOutdoors
      @JacksonBaumgartOutdoors 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      River Certified no worries. Love your channel so far. I subscribed and I also saw in one video that you’re a teacher? That’s awesome as I teach 7th grade science myself. Keep it up brother

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JacksonBaumgartOutdoors really appreciate it man! Hope you're enjoying summer!

  • @conroe2502
    @conroe2502 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Roughing it is fun, when I was young my uncle wouldn't pack any food he would just tell me and my cousin "if you want something to eat, you'll have to catch it, here's your rods and tackle boxes" and he would tell us to go get them.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's an awesome uncle! I'm actually planning a couple similar videos in the future. I think it should be fun. Thanks for sharing!

    • @vernkraus1866
      @vernkraus1866 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great video! My personal best is a 43 lb. Flatty & it took everything I had just to pull her outta the water. Keep the videos coming I enjoy the heck outta them.

  • @jeannettemiranda9064
    @jeannettemiranda9064 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like using fresh cut carp for me it's the number 1 bait

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's some good bait. Thanks for watching Jeannette!

  • @Seimetz2
    @Seimetz2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You had me at the “sweet baby Jesus”. I say that all the time!

  •  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This place is incredible, Congratulations, Beautiful Video.
    HUG AND GOOD FISH!👍🎣

  • @bradhilton8803
    @bradhilton8803 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That is a TANK of a flathead!!! Great catch and loved the video!

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm pretty darn fortunate. Really glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @WhiskersTV1
    @WhiskersTV1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fine fish man...cpr on that good job!

  • @HawgDaddyCatfishing
    @HawgDaddyCatfishing 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice fish bud!! I’ll have to send you a video of how I go about taking gut hooks out. It works and I know that the fish lives to see another day.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's be sweet man! Thanks for watching the video too!

  • @SugarRiverOutdoors
    @SugarRiverOutdoors ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm not the only one that watches River certified videos while I'm fishing am I?

  • @johnsurguy9043
    @johnsurguy9043 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm not the only one who says sweet baby Jesus¡
    Love it lol

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha im sure we are many😆

    • @johnsurguy9043
      @johnsurguy9043 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RiverCertified we are Legion haha

  • @jokingbutnotkidding2607
    @jokingbutnotkidding2607 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a fish!!!! And I wanna ask where you from ? Hopefully from Chicago by the looks of your cap hat, that’ll make two of us

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I'm from ioy, but still a die hard cubbies fan!

    • @jokingbutnotkidding2607
      @jokingbutnotkidding2607 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw, we sure would like someone like you in our side of the town, good luck on your fishing

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jokingbutnotkidding2607 Thanks man! I need to get out there for a game soon. Good luck to you too man!

  • @steveg7724
    @steveg7724 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude, you need a thermocell to keep those nasty bugs away. Just a thought. Try it you'll like it. Great fish.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I always run one, but the skeeters must have taken steroids that summer cuz they didn't give a crap. Glad you enjoyed the video though!

  • @JohnDoe-xf8nr
    @JohnDoe-xf8nr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I usually keep the ones that are gut hooked and bloody but if they are not bleeding I release them 20lb or bigger the smaller ones don’t really survive if they swallow a big hook

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I probably should have taken the hook out. They eat a million things with spines, so it is probably fine. At least that's my thoughts. Next time I'll know better. Thanks for watching!

    • @JohnDoe-xf8nr
      @JohnDoe-xf8nr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That monster should be fine even with the hook in I’ve caught ones that big with multiple hooks in there stomach the best way to know for sure is stick them on a long stringer for a few hours worse case it’s already on the stringer

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not a terrible idea. In iowa unfortunately if you put em on a stringer you gotta keep em. If you let them go after that, you can get a ticket for "culling".

    • @JohnDoe-xf8nr
      @JohnDoe-xf8nr 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I could see if someone left fish on a stringer for a day or two or leaving and coming back for the fish but having a fish on a stringer for a few hours that’s crazy I catch fish put a few on a stringer if I don’t catch enough I release them all the time

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Doubt you'd ever actually get ticketed, but it is what it is

  • @Salty80556
    @Salty80556 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are living the life, bro.... enjoy

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You won't ever hear me complain. Thanks for watching all the videos!

  • @williamleidy6713
    @williamleidy6713 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know you have tried circle hooks and they are not 100% and can be swallowed . Still I would argue they are a better option for unattended lines.

  • @jbl5637
    @jbl5637 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have read that guthooked fish actually have about an 80 to 90% chance of survival. Wouldn't it be great if somehow there was a hook that rusts out quickly, and just comes out naturally?

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Even bronze hooks take years to completely rust and dissolve away. She might be able to push it out as it heals. I'll just hope for the best.

  • @johnathangelok2470
    @johnathangelok2470 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m watchin this again a year later and it’s just as good as the first time lol

    • @jamesdiaz2748
      @jamesdiaz2748 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same lol

    • @jamesdiaz2748
      @jamesdiaz2748 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      flathead season is right around the corner!

  • @LowMIsty
    @LowMIsty 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm sitting here watching some of your videos before ima go flat head fishing and im like wait are you from Iowa lol im from Iowa 😄 thatd be cool if you were I need to learn more about flat head fishing never caught anything over 15 pounds

  • @jeremyrowland9872
    @jeremyrowland9872 5 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    This dude always talks like he is high as hell fr 😂it is so funny

  • @roymcdonald543
    @roymcdonald543 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude where are all these spots on the raccoon river and such. I am origrinally from the Omaha area. Not sure where you are finding these cherry spots on the raccoon and such. I know where the dam is on saylorville and the spillway on big creek to saylorveille is love that spot lol. Ever need a fishing budding in central Iowa give me a shout.

  • @aquaticpredatorquest1330
    @aquaticpredatorquest1330 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    loving Jurassic island. great video.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! Good luck Fishing and thanks for watching!

  • @heaths1350
    @heaths1350 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey spencer I’ve been looking back on your old videos trying to find the brush hook you use, you don’t happen to remember the name of the manufacturer

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is called the branch gripper deluxe. Seems to be the sturdiest one out there. I beat the hell out of mine haha.

    • @heaths1350
      @heaths1350 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man

  • @hookedonbassncats
    @hookedonbassncats 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video I'm glad I finally got to watch this one it got lost in my saved list of watch laters. Beast of a flathead. You're like me for the first 30 minutes you're awake not all there and not in a hurry until you brain kicks on lol. I myself am zombie like for the first 30 minutes I wake up

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a handful of videos I haven't watched myself. I sure hope I have a trip or two like this next year. This winter is gonna be hard on me! Thanks for watching and hope you find some coffee (assuming you drink coffee😁)!

    • @hookedonbassncats
      @hookedonbassncats 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RiverCertified love coffee and caffeine. Fell in love with it in the military.

  • @0shondre1
    @0shondre1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the camping out - great job bro

  • @alaskasfinest726
    @alaskasfinest726 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’d love to get interrupted by a catfish right now, while I’m eating my potatoes. I’d love that right now I wouldn’t mind 😂😂🤘🏽great videos I’m subscribed fo sho

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you got a kick out of it! Really appreciate it man!

  • @dewaynewebb3467
    @dewaynewebb3467 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations on a awesome catch

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Dewayne! I'm still flying high about it!

  • @ScottyhillakaFishn4Him
    @ScottyhillakaFishn4Him 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    dude, that's awesome right there! that's river certified for sure!

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Scotty! Definitely felt river certified after that 😂

  • @atticus0715
    @atticus0715 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Didn't recognize you with a shaved head and sans beard. 🙂
    Nice catch. I have yet to do an overnight catfishing trip. May have to give it a go soon.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is my flathead tradition. Sacrifice the beard to the flatheads and they usually pay me back haha. Good luck when you do!

  • @C.A.T.Outdoors
    @C.A.T.Outdoors 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I live in Iowa and would love to get in on one of these fishing trips. I have all the gear and sarcasm I’d ever need

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope to have my guide business up and running this spring!

  • @hagengrubbsfishing
    @hagengrubbsfishing 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great fish man. Congrats

  • @MrCarnutbill67
    @MrCarnutbill67 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It was always my job to make the custom stick rod holders growing up. I remember the first time my dad let me do it I damn near cut my thumb off. My mom ragged his ass so bad I'm sure it ruined his trip. Haha, good times.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Important job dude. Glad you're resilient

  • @delculbertson2369
    @delculbertson2369 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You would probably have better luck if you were wearing a St. Louis Cardinals hat! Lol
    Enjoy your videos!

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha after the 4 game losing streak, I wouldn't disagree!

    • @delculbertson2369
      @delculbertson2369 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RiverCertified I had to rib you a little!
      Stay safe!

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate it 😁

  • @timpoole4487
    @timpoole4487 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video and beautiful flatty! Love how you just get out there and do it! True passion for the outdoors! Did you weigh her? Had to be close to 50#er. Good job !

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Tim! You definitely just summed me up haha. She went 50 lbs 11 oz. Biggest I've caught in the last 3-4 years.

    • @timpoole4487
      @timpoole4487 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RiverCertified Definatly a trophy fish! Keep it up brother! People fish their entire life in hopes of catching a fish that big but few are willing to put in the work! Congratulations!

  • @mountainstateadventures8968
    @mountainstateadventures8968 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    NICE FISH BROTHER! that's one way to wake up in the morning

  • @Capt_Billy
    @Capt_Billy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    3:30 yum!!!! Now that is a good weekend wrapped in aluminum foil!

    • @Capt_Billy
      @Capt_Billy 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      9:36 TANK!!! Great fish!!!

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was a good day for sure! Thanks Bill!

  • @williamhuneycutt6879
    @williamhuneycutt6879 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the splash

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is a pleasant sound no doubt. Thanks for watching!

  • @YouMe-gx5uu
    @YouMe-gx5uu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sick of those Hawaii commercials “ Every Island has a story if you’re crazy it’ll speak to you” nice vid man

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha I really appreciate you watching them! You're a legend!

  • @andrewwilson5438
    @andrewwilson5438 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have been trying to find this video again I like this one

  • @bluewidow9151
    @bluewidow9151 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    At 1:07 where did you get big sinkers like those?

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I make them, but theres a guy on Ebay that sells them. Just look up "flat bank sinkers". Thanks for watching!

    • @bluewidow9151
      @bluewidow9151 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RiverCertified cool

  • @Fishifyed
    @Fishifyed 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    20 seconds in im crackin up. Thanks spence

  • @itzBiscuitsB
    @itzBiscuitsB 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like what ya got going on boss.. I kayak fish my river here as well.. what river you on brother

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I fish mainly central iowa rivers, but branch out when I get the opportunity. Thanks for watching!

  • @grantd.5438
    @grantd.5438 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like an awesome trip! Random question. but how do you like the metal real-seats over graphite? Also, do you think someone could have done the same trip in a canoe instead of kayak?

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Whole lotta fun! Honestly I am kinda leaning back towards graphite. Its a little lighter and plenty strong enough. As long as the canoe floats it'll definitely work😁

  • @briansuttles492
    @briansuttles492 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, keep catching big ones and stay safe. See you found some line lol.

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Brian, I'm gonna do my best! I had some at home. You all talked me into filling up the spool 😁😁😁

  • @uClash
    @uClash 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your vidz man. I would love to do a trip like that some day....

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man! I hope you do someday!

  • @OutsidewithTom
    @OutsidewithTom 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was an amazing fish man, congrats!

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Tom I really appreciate it!

  • @mannyfishing1816
    @mannyfishing1816 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video 👍👍

  • @85jconley
    @85jconley 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    an honest fisher....love that, is what it is

    • @RiverCertified
      @RiverCertified  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I really appreciate you watching!