3 Days Chasing Big Fish! (Truck Camping)

I love a little adventure, and this trip was every bit of an adventure. It wasn't always comfortable or relaxing, but it was always fun. I fished new places, met new people, and even caught a few fish!
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[@shannmartin9361]

A true lover of the sport, when a man will sleep in the back seat of a truck, cook his meals on the tailgate where he cuts bait and fillets his catch, you can definitely see that he ❤❤❤ fishing.

[@dr.philgood4298]

Never did it cat fishing but we stayed a week on Portsmouth island(N Core Banks) N.C. Me and my Dad slept in the back of his truck the whole week. Some other family slept in their blazer...4 of em, but it was one of the big blazers from late 70s. Ate out of coolers. Cooked over fire or camp stove. It was October but the weather was great. Last day though...woke up and it was like 35 and wind was a blowing. That was rough lol.Anyways...only way on and off the island is by ferry. We were at the north end...16 miles or so from ferry. But we caught flounder after flounder. Puppy drum, trout, sharks....a bit of everything. That was 1992...I was 17. That’s still THE best trip I’ve ever had anywhere and anytime. Great memories...miss those days tremendously

[@jamesscott1726]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@teddys6825]

“I’ve never wore out a 5 gallon bucket” 😂

[@jtotherog]

What he said tho lol

[@dextersgarden404]

I go through about 3-5 buckets a month. But i work concrete so that's not really the same

[@caseydodds4433]

Put the carp fillets through a meat grinder,put in mason jars. Pressure cook it and then make patties,like salmon.

[@FishingWithChris_Tv]

“Probly not the most sanitary conditions” man, as catfishermen, we are immune to almost everything 😂

[@CertifiedForkLiftOperator69420]

except infections. buddy of mine had a small stroke cause a catfish poke his hand and got infected then caused a non anything mini mini stroke.

[@FishingWithChris_Tv]

@@CertifiedForkLiftOperator69420 keyword in my comment “almost”

[@CertifiedForkLiftOperator69420]

@@FishingWithChris_Tv yeah my bad i didnt read that part.

[@terrybrogdon5541]

@@CertifiedForkLiftOperator69420 if

[@epiccatfish365]

Spencer, What majic you did with the footage!!! I felt like i was running a clown show on the water-- too fast, too slow, couldnt anchor well and few bites. Luckily we persevered and caught a few fish. The laughs and conversation was great. Shawn and i truely had a great time fishing with you and trading stories. You're welcome on my boat with Shawn and I any time. Thanks

[@BCM1959]

I enjoyed it. Checking out your channel too.

[@bigheadflattie]

Trips like these are why I have a small fish in my picture. After a day skunk and a thunderstorm I was proud of the little guy for showing up lol.. can't crush em everytime.

[@FishingKit]

That guy has 3 Yeti buckets? Must be made of money 🤣 sleeping in the truck sucks but it's probably better than sleeping in a tent when it's frosty out.

[@scottodonahoe9505]

I always trash talk my friends when they catch a small fish by yelling Get The Gaff !

[@fishyz1500]

O im most definetly doin this next time my friend pulls in a lil fish

[@MikesFishingHome]

😂😂😂

[@austinkilgore]

Cool to see you on the IL side. Gotta hit up LaSalle and Braidwood lakes while it's still cold out - both power plant lakes that hold monster blues

[@droningharry]

I truly miss those cooling lakes living in Iowa now. So many big fish in those lakes, I've had 20LBS Test popped more than once. Always would have liked to see what was on the other end, almost lost a whole reed and reel combo once at LaSalle it literally got snatched off the rocks. Fun times.

[@brandondechausse4770]

I can vouch for lasalle, giant blues in there

[@Jackofalltradesmastersofnone]

Drink a lot of beer and the dirt won’t matter. I dropped half a plate of deer steak one time. All the buddies was drunk they said it was the best ever. Lol

[@caseymeyer5773]

"It was supposed to be bait, now its dinner" that's classic

[@RiverCertified]

Haha yessir

[@andywilson8794]

A buddy of mine two weeks ago caught a 45 pounder out of that lake but he was in the boat but that lake is awesome for big cats

[@MrJumbotb]

Man what a trip thanks for visiting Illinois and fishing with Epic catfish man this was cool

[@flamezpark]

Next time you link up with catfish hero you should start singing "I need a hero" when he walks up

[@riverrat988]

Your dedication and fish catching abilities make you a true River Rat, Not to mentation you spend your money on gear and not a motel. Well played and great video

[@BigJ76937]

You ALWAYS eat well when your out fishing, I've started to branch out and make something more than hobos and hot dogs on a stick, and I must say it does make the trips more enjoyable

[@RiverCertified]

I'm pretty good at enjoying my time on the water. I actually did a lot of cooking last week. Might have even gained a few pounds haha.

[@adriandavis7384]

You do fun things that I do with kids. I enjoy the struggle most don't appreciate. I did difficult things with stupidity on the river in the past. Gotta enjoy these too.

[@RiverCertified]

I'm glad you appreciate it man. I just try my best to tell a good story. Glad you find it entertaining!

[@adriandavis7384]

You are entertaining. I very much appreciate the way you fish.

[@boomerff2515]

I enjoy watching your videos and had to subscribe. I'm from Texas and love catfishing. I moved from Oklahoma and for me that's where catfishing started for me over 25 years ago. I'll be looking out for you when live. Fish On Friend and best of luck. Thanks for teaching and showing what you know.

[@bthorn5035]

I've been watching all your videos. Got the rigs figured out and set up. Got the cast net figured out and a perfect bait spot found. I discovered and scouted over 2 dozen spots that contain ZERO catfish or deep enough water to support them. FINALLY found a nice long creek with deeper water, feeding directly into a lake that's known for big cats. Went out 3x this weekend. Walked as far as I could down the trail and worked my way back, hitting every bend, log jam, deep water spot, etc. Used cut and live bait. Stayed out last night for several hours. Literally, not one fucking bite. Ugh. I'm upset, but I'm not giving up. Your vids have me motivated. I'm gonna find the big uglies. I'm on a mission.

[@RiverCertified]

Just gotta enjoy the journey man. That's the best part. Catching is just the icing on the cake.

[@catfishheroes8390]

Glad too watch this adventure! Great video even if the fishing wasn't! Thanks again Spencer and hope to fish with you again!

[@BCM1959]

It made for some good footage. Seems like you all had fun even though the weather went great, the bite was slow, and you took the time to help a stranger. Going to your channel next.

[@catfishheroes8390]

@@BCM1959 my channel is like just a picture gallery mostly.

[@catfishheroes8390]

@@BCM1959 Epic Catfish is the channel for great catfish action!

[@big_tone4744]

I don't know if you will see this but get you some good kitchen scissors they will make cutting the red meat from the fillet ALOT easier. Good luck brother

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

You can put two two liter frozen bottles of water in a igloo cooler and keep your stuff cool as long as a yeti, and save that extra 200 buck ,cause i ain't yeti yet!😅

[@663drewm]

I knew when you pulled out the deer sticks it was gonna say Milo Locker. Everyone loves that place.

[@donniedickerson8077]

Five gallon buckets ,$ 3.50 at the Wally world lol 🤣🤣,, if ya Lucky you Can grab a lifetime supply of five gallon buckets off the sides of the roads that's blown out of the backs of trucks and boats around here LoL, I think we can all relate to this I know I sure can lately lol ,but that's why we call it Fishin and not Catchin,, A for effort still , keep it Reelin Tight Lines 🦈🎣

[@camyota]

Was telling somebody how I eat a pound of bacon at a time and they were like "omg, that's terrible for you!" I was like "it don't feel terrible" 😂😂😂🤷‍♂️

[@charleswollert2143]

I’m totally using your method for bacon going forward. Definitely beats 3-4 slices at a time!

[@luismagana2059]

Your like me Spencer always willing to help. But also super awkward around people. That's why I love fishing solo but dont mind company. Another entertaining video keep em coming your number one rivexican.

[@Oxxg]

Casey’s pizza is the shit, if you know a painter you can get loads of 5 gallon buckets let the paint dry then it scrapes right out

[@ricrinehart975]

Great video Spencer it was fun seeing you and the guys trying to catch fish and I enjoyed the cooking I usually do mine over a fire but that propane and Skillet setup looks really good

[@outdoorsaddiction1085]

This is my kinda vid man!!!! Great Job!!!! 👍👍👍👍

[@rhondajeanthieme1701]

If your looking for big fish go to Tidoute Dam in Tidoute Pa. I’ve seen fish larger then most humans see if you can catch one of those guys large channel and huge northern pike

[@randallrhinooutdoors6449]

Great video. Love the breakfast tacos. Thanks Spencer.

[@Holio88]

So glad the river finally thawed out cant wait to go catch some fish!!!

[@brandonnell1149]

Nice to see you at powerton. I live about 8 minutes away. Now the really big boys are down by the discharge. And you get some nice ones in that intake right by parking lot

[@RiverCertified]

I appreciate the suggestions. Im sure I'll be back.

[@reelvillecatfishing6449]

Just heard Epic at the catcon. Guy is a catfish wizard. Legend fishin with a hero! 😉🦾Btw shad run bout to hit in richmond if that truck gets comfortable ya got bout a week of awesome fishin

[@reelvillecatfishing6449]

P.s. have couch and beers also😉🤫😂😂

[@StonedDead1981]

You were in my neck of the woods, I recognize the lake you walked to. Big Blue Cats on the coldest days.

[@RiverCertified]

It's definitely a fun waterway man. Hope you catch em!

[@ronaldgoodrich5460]

Add in pancake mix to that breakfast. Fills you up for many hours.

[@BCM1959]

I like scrambling my eggs into the potatoes. Cook the potatoes first and when they are ready throw the eggs into the pan with 'em. It's one of the few things I can cook.

[@ElkinsEric]

@@BCM1959 and ya gotta add shredded cheese when the eggs are almost done. Makes the whole shebang stick to your ribs. Making me hungry lol

[@BCM1959]

@@ElkinsEric yep. Now I'm hungry too.

[@baggers-]

The video was worth it for the tail walking turd slurper at the end lol 😆 man on man I love your videos some of the banter cracks me up and those are a man sized breakfast

[@RiverCertified]

Sarcasm is my strong suit, but eating is definitely my #1 talent haha

[@jeffbelcher4646]

Powerton is AWSOME!!!

[@mikemcfiggus8996]

Have you ever tried using chicken livers? For whatever reason, livers are the only things I can catch catfish with.... channels, flatheads, blues, etc.

[@PhotonChief]

Good video! I kept getting surprised there was more.

[@davekonieczny4984]

Dang man thats awsome to see you guys fishing together!driving to this lake year after year with very minut results. I have struggled withsuch high hopes going there every time sitting on the bank always watching at least one person catch the whole time in some sort of sweet spot. Felt like giving up after the amount to preperation it takes to go there vs the dang resultz IV always gotten there. But im still dedicated never gonna stop learning.

[@letthemhatebullyz6175]

River Certified 💯🔥💪🏽✊🏽 Always a great video brother stay watching out of Dallas,Texas 👍🏽👊🏽✊🏽

[@craigmorse5685]

Love your channel. Thanks for all you do.

[@jamesscott1726]

Here in Port Arthur Tx our Catfish looks like sail boats the locals call them gafftop Catfish

[@andrewwilson5438]

Thankz so much for another great video been waitin for a nother video

[@halibuthooliganinc1058]

Best Teacher angler on KZbin

[@fairgamefishing7002]

Just saw this video and cool to see u fished this lake. Me and my friend went there before with no luck lol, but we heard of a guy before we got there that got a few 40lbers bank fishing, but seemed the bite died once we got there for everyone

[@SCUMDOGFISHING]

I'm gonna try that Catfish mystery box for sure 🤘

[@shawnt9256]

Was gonna comment on the unsanitary comment but others have,so I'll go with the thumbnail comment, "BIG FISH " 1ST FISH 6 OUNCES 2ND FISH. 6 OUNCES 3RD FISH 7 OUNCES THOUGHT TO MYSELF WAIT FOR IT!!!!!! As Always,Glad you brought us along. Honestly Spence,your my fav to watch. Also, want to wish you and your personal family of rats at home a safe and successful fishing season. Your Blessed,never lose sight of what your focused on and continue to be thankful,it shows in your work that you are...Good Luck this year. P S Angler Ash did her thing with that flattie through the ice,what were your thoughts when you seen it?

[@ranamanathabascarohipalepa9297]

If you're ice fishing I think your live minnows won't freeze as fast on the really cold days in a Yeti bucket. If you put it in the freezer before fishing on a warm day your minnows should stay alive longer because it keeps them cooler longer. I can't justify the cost and I ice fish a lot with live bait.

[@randall517]

Caseys pizza is hands down the best "gas station" pizza.

[@RiverCertified]

I used to love it, but I've kinda lost my taste for it.

[@peterwallace9764]

That breakfast would do me for weeks. Not a big eater! Plus I don’t think I’d eat carp. I’ve eaten catfish but not with your gusto. 😳🤣😂🇦🇺 (What are those long orange/red straws hanging off the rigs.)

[@michaelkerr5745]

Awesome vid!!! 100k subs this year no doubt

[@pyrotbear5920]

Wish I knew you was in illinois . I could have put you on some nice cats . Clinton lake !!!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@promaster185]

Next time try frying the tortillas in a little grease, it makes a World of difference!!! great videos Thank You!!!!

[@RiverCertified]

I love em like that. I just get impatient 😁

[@silleric]

Came across the video on your feed and had to take a second look,like hey I know that lake. Powerton has some huge cats in it. Ive caught a 22 1/2 pound channel catfish there,and I have seen an 80 pound flathead caught right there at the corner you were fishing. You ever come back to the peoria area fishing would be willing to show you around some lakes.

[@RiverCertified]

I really appreciate that man. There's some cool lakes over that way that are a ton of fun to fish. I need to get back and fish a few.

[@silleric]

@@RiverCertified👍 it's an open offer if you ever get back this way.

[@FlatrockFlatheads]

Tim is legen....wait for it.... dary..

[@michaelkerr5745]

Epic breakfast lmao

[@shawnt9256]

I, honestly,have always hated that part of the trip. Referring to, Waking in a car or truck and having to get up and cook,first thing in the morning,on a tailgate.But that's just me,man,once it's done though you can head out. Great video as usual "splinter." All your minion rats are sated,for now!!!

[@RiverCertified]

I'm with ya there. I'm probably going camping next week. Gonna be running into the same problem haha

[@jeffrobles2175]

Your metabolism must be through the roof lol

[@thecripple69]

Awesome man thanks again

[@spudsmccatfish]

Bet you slept good when you got home 👍👍

[@Herkyismyhomeboy]

Epic video Spencer! 👊🏻

[@brandondechausse4770]

Floating balloons is the way to go at that second lake

[@sgtblackrock4997]

Great vid brother.

[@bubbz0687]

Dude! This video started on my home lake. I guess i should have went out that day

[@shawngriffin3248]

Thats so funny u bustin that guys balls about is yeti bucket. I admit I got a 3 yeti koozies and 2 yeti coffee glasse. But those r bad ass. But i don't know about a bucket LOL

[@lindalong455]

Looked likes alot of fun wish u had caught a giant thanks

[@outdoors-gs9td]

CASEYS is blowing up on every corner it seems in Arkansas! nice site!

[@brians48now]

We have 4 Caseys in town with 2 right across the street from each other.

[@brunobarks6544]

I have a feeling your a good teacher. hope you get your kids back soon my brother. I got a grandaughter in front of a friggin computer all day. The district is wanting her to play her clairinet in a poop tent. Wth !! Lol.

[@teamflanneloutdoors5631]

I'm cracking up man! Click on a Spencer vid cause I recognize the thumbnail ( you went there last winter) then I'm like that parking area looks familiar, I went over that bridge on way to breakfast at the sportsmanship club yesterday! Spencer was in my neck of the woods😎 They were lined up both sides that bridge yesterday ( Crappie must be on) next time your there w/wind hitting you in the face launch a big ol' cocktail jig for them Wipers when the Cat's aren't cooperating👍

[@teamflanneloutdoors5631]

Sportsmans Bucktail (Spellcheck is overrated I feel.)

[@josephleidner3084]

My home lake!!

[@austinkilgore]

I was looking for you in the vid LOL

[@ericnelson5321]

where was this?

[@pasarea999]

Breakfast of champions 😂

[@RiverCertified]

Yessir!

[@donaldbrown1803]

You need a couple of my fathers custom knives lol

[@Wodyo]

you need a cot in the back of your truck lol

[@brucebeaver6929]

Tim F'n Scott....I'll be damned. Hey man. wonder if he'll see this. Long time, no see.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Spencer have you ever tried raw bacon as bait for the big cats? They use it in saltwater for various stuff. In Canada they use Canadian bacon.

[@brians48now]

In Canada it's just called bacon.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

@@brians48now it's called "Back Bacon". You have to have a hairy back to eat it.

[@shawnshepherd6708]

Wind blown outta east fish bite the least that's a fact!! How about they only bite when cows are eating? Have u heard that one, grandpa's old saying right there. 👍👍👍🇺🇸

[@treyferguson2965]

I was looking for trout fishing videos but that thumbnail got me what can I say

[@kenhulme4615]

Have totally worn out multiple 5 gallon buckets. Had them crack on the bottom.

[@joepiserchia5520]

Fishing and hunting we all do the tailgate cooking thats why we don't get sick

[@jeffnekuza3679]

Franks Redhot !! I put that $&^% on everything

[@williamleidy6713]

Reminds me of sleeping in my truck at raccoon landing on my Chicamunga res trip.

[@matthewtarantino9746]

I fish there a lot kool to see you fish there

[@ElkinsEric]

At least ya ate well. Sometimes the fish just won’t bite, part of the allure of fishing, ya never know what ya gonna get. Read the last part of “Forrest Gump voice”

[@klparker14253]

Spencer great channel. Love your work. What is the dimension of your boat?

[@Maddg23]

Nice vid!!

[@TheArby13]

Steve Douglas and Luke the catfish and carp guys say Asian carp is delicious.

[@ron2893]

That one catfish I wouldn't be telling anyone about

[@RiverCertified]

Shhhhhhhhh

[@andrewwilson5438]

Wish u lived a little closer I would try bank fishing if u be willing

[@sistaslab3159]

Awesome video

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@travisvarpness2845]

Hey are both the hats on your apparel site one size fits all? I'm not getting a drop down on the sizes.

[@RiverCertified]

Which hats are you specifically looking at? The Trucker cap is adjustable. The lifestyle brim hat is unfortunately out of stock on anything other than smalls right now.

[@travisvarpness2845]

Ok thanks

[@nicholasjohnson6267]

I recognize both of those lakes. You hit powerton at the wrong time though. Should have been a month earlier and never go on a weekend.

[@MrLobstermeat]

Omg man if that is powerton lake It brings sooooooo many good memorys back for me!! I would fish that lake during the summer and on the intake side with inline spinners. I would catch so many nice small mouth bass.. We do not have those down here where I live! Good gawd!

[@vellafishing]

Amazing video

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you think so!

[@Mexicocatfishing]

Yo! Cubs fan!🤘😎🤘 next time you want a big blue on that power plant lake go wen the plant is running the water gets warm Fish get more active! If you are bank fishing make sure you got a surf rod cause you need to cast really far. Go Cubs!! 🤘😎🤘

[@ryanross8382]

First Casey’s was in Boone 🤙🏽

[@fletcherreed3259]

Those eggs looked good until you dumped the roadkill on it ha

[@CatchingDinosaurs]

i hate to admit but i have eaten carp several time camping on the river...when the fish are biting sometimes its better to eat what yah got then leave the water

[@rockyanish4620]

Is that lasalle lake or do all power plants have a green shed like that.??? Hmmmm