Dragging Up Scattered Fish

While scanning different areas I noticed a few scattered fish moving around. So I deployed the best tactic I know to see just how big they are. Its super fun when you put a plan together and it works out.

[@Thecathunter]

Haven't had time to watch but I always check in and leave a thumbs up and will watch your videos when the Texas heat sets in.

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you I appreciate that. Really means alot.

[@retired_account]

I use that big game line also, never let me down, great knot strength and price, great video 🎣

[@fishnhusker]

Another fantastic and informative video. Thank you, Sir!

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you

[@larryfishestennessee5234]

Get em, Micka.

[@hunter5858]

Nice day on the water Micka 😊

[@darrenangle4493]

Awesome video Micka. Man that last Blue you caught was a dandy catfish!! Congrats. And thank you for sharing.

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you.

[@ronaldburnett3078]

Good video brother thanks for all the 411 love to learn I’m 52 been fishing forever lol but your never to old to learn in nc we do things a certain way then every body else has their way I like what you do you give options on how to try different things that’s what’s great about your platform on KZbin it’s informative keep up the good work

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you I really do appreciate that.

[@DaleWyman]

Both informational & inspirational video as always! I’ve been putting in the time lately and your videos have helped me to come up to speed on targeting catfish for sure! Last two trips for me yielded what I believe to be pre-spawn males. Some already had a few scars and were particularly dark, almost black in color. As you said in this video, I have a hunch those BIG FEMALES are right behind the males and will be feeding heavily the next few weeks. Keep the videos coming! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you. Yeah I've never really timed the spawn just right in the last few years but I'm really trying to do it this year. And when you do man its alot of fun. It's when these fish will be there biggest.

[@curtisfawver8655]

Spencer said to checkout your channel, and so far I like what I see. Keep it up!

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you. I appreciate that. Welcome to the channel.

[@markybob_bassplaya1462]

Thanks Micka. My favorite time of the year here in TN - (Watts Bar area). Lake on the rise, water temps above 60, catfish on the move, skipjack and white bass plentiful, time to drag during the day and set up shallow in the evenings. I like those dragging weights, straight and noisy (only need 3-4 oz here). Thanks for the great info and content as always. I encourage your current subscribers to like and share.

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you I appreciate that. Yeah JBN can make down to 2oz so he can pretty much make what you need.

[@user-xv9bi3ne9m]

Glad to hear that you think the fishing is picking up for you. Love seeing you laughing and fishing. Be blessed.

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you.

[@RiverRat3030]

Awesome awesome job my friend and keep them lines tight 😎🔥

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you

[@raywalsh6580]

Enjoy your videos Micka and watch the ones you and Spencer also

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you. I appreciate that.

[@CertifiedFishingNut]

Awesome

[@royschlickeisen2539]

👍👍👍👍👍great 🎣video

[@mickaburkhart14]

Glad you enjoyed

[@billydelong7372]

The only hooks in my box

[@trinityoutdoors]

Great video brother

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you

[@michaelknight9112]

Awesome Awesome video man runs right by your lines said to say but nobody has any respect for anyone any more

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you. I know right. Sad part is it's only going to get worse as the summer moves in 😆

[@edwardfizette9854]

I thought with circle hooks that you dont need to jerk rod to set hook. Thank you for that video

[@mickaburkhart14]

Yes with a traditional circle hook it's not recommended but with the wisker seeker triple threats you can also set the hook. It's more so I pop the board free and put pressure on the fish when I do that. Not necessarily setting the hook.

[@jdthebluecollarconservative]

ill take 10,15,20 pounders all day long! I love draggin for em.

[@mickaburkhart14]

Lol I also will take them all day long.

[@1squirreldog]

Great video . I am learning to fish for blue cats in tidal water . We usually anchor or spot lock . I would like to know more about dragging . I assume you only drag with the current direction ? About 1/2 the speed of the tide / current ? So your actually moving faster than the current is moving that way the planner boards will spread out ? Thanks for the information you put out in your videos . Im watching them trying to pick up tips & tricks .

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you for that. But actually I drag against the current. That way I can keep the boards spread and also have the ability to creep up to the fish.

[@1squirreldog]

@@mickaburkhart14 o wow ok in thought that would be to unnatural of a bait presentation running against the current . Thank you i will certainly try that .

[@billydelong7372]

Thats a dandy

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you

[@RickJenkins-qq5kg]

Another awesome video bud . Can you explain how you set up your drift sock. I use one as well but it looks like you are running some type of line around your moter from one back cleat to the other side then connect your drift sock to that. Does that let the drift sock slide side to side or am I looking at it wrong.

[@mickaburkhart14]

Thank you. Well no that's my big drift sock and I hook it to both sides of the back of the boat to keep it centered out the back. It is tied to the center of both lines. I hope that helps explain it. But i can definitely go over it in another video.

[@whiskerdreams7146]

Good fishing.. Questions Just curious, have you ever lost fish after setting the rod in the holder to retrieve the net?

[@mickaburkhart14]

LOL not yet anyway.

[@BigTpark]

On your set up, are those Penn squalls? 20's?

[@mickaburkhart14]

I use the penn fathoms. But u use to use the squalls. Really good reels.

[@J.Co89]

What size is your trolling motor? Just put a new Terrova 24v on my 1860 CC and hoping it will drag me up river as well, in slower current of course. Did my initial run on a lake today in heavy wind and did awesome .

[@mickaburkhart14]

Mine is a terrova but I have the 36 vollt. But I have a 20 foot boat. I love it.

[@J.Co89]

@mickaburkhart14 appreciate it. My rivers are out of the banks at the moment so hopefully I'll get to put it to the test before long.

[@mickaburkhart14]

@@J.Co89 well good luck to you when you can finally get out.

[@darrenhoneycutt4640]

Are the rods you use mad kats if so which ones. 2:14

[@mickaburkhart14]

Absolutely they are MadKatz rods. I use there S Glass rods in medium heavy. My favorite action. But i have a couple of my signature rods on the boat and the rest of their signature series rods.

[@kennethlangford5797]

What are we going to have to do to get a Spencer vs Micka wrestling match. Loser goes in the river. Get it sponsored by King of the cats

[@mickaburkhart14]

😆 🤣 well since he use to wrestle in college I'd probably get wrapped up pretty quick lol.

[@edwardfizette9854]

disregard my question about hook set,

[@mickaburkhart14]

Lol well I answered you anyway.

[@edwardfizette9854]

@@mickaburkhart14 lol ty

[@billylusk3515]

Bet you dont regret giving up the job. Hope this is working for you and that it doesnt become a job.

[@billylusk3515]

Watching your video now, saw that you have a new top on your boat! 😂😂

[@mickaburkhart14]

I do not regret it one bit. It's awesome to do what I love. Plus I get to do it when I want to. This KZbin thing is a little bit of work but I rather enjoy that too.

[@mickaburkhart14]

@@billylusk3515 😆 🤣