Finding and catching the Giant American Shovelhead Catfish at night

[@user-js1md4sl6t]

I really like this guy's fishing video's, he's one of the best teachers for cat fishing I think on youtube. He explain's very well on how to catch the different kinds of cat fish. So if you wanna learn to catch big ass cat fish like he does go back and watch some of his vid's and his technics.

[@teresajohnson7727]

He really is a great teacher. I love watching him!

[@scottabney7622]

Does he teach about bank fishing ?

[@Fisherdanpro23]

@@scottabney7622 I don't think so

[@PythonDad]

@@scottabney7622 I don't know if he ever got to making videos about it, though mentioned he might. However, some basics I can give you as a long time bank angler when hunting catfish, is to find big features. Big points in a lake, big bends in a river, underwater ridges. Fishing maps are your friend in this. They will show you the topography of the bottom of the body of water you want to fish. At least in Kentucky, most publicly accessible water bodies have fairly good maps available online. Look for dropoffs where big fish can come up into shallows to feed. As far as fishing below dams, it's hit or miss. Generally, if people say catfish are found below dams they can be, but this isn't true for all dams.

[@518jimg]

As far as I,m concerned Steve is clearly the best catfisherman on you tube.. Very enjoyable and informative. Strikes me as a guy who would be a good neighbor. I could take him out and show him how to catch some bullheads. Give him something to brag about if I put him on a 3 pounder.

[@edzeigler1164]

Steve, I just nominated you the best of the best catfisherman on all of u tube. You catch every one of them like you want to handle them with care as not to do anything to harm the fish. You are the only one who fights the fish with the kind of care it takes to get the fish to the boat without forcing it to the point that you might injury or even kill it. You even net, land, handle, and release the fish more carefully than any one else on u tube that I have watched. I have watched at least 10-12 other guys that you must know, catch and handle catfish, and none of them act like they even care about the fish, all they want to do is real it in and up from the depths as fast as they can. That isn,t my idea of showing any care for the fish. Even the hook removal is an important aspect of good handling of fish. You do it all like you have respect for the fish. You deserve the gold medal in all those respects. I will be watching more of your videos and less of theirs, so keep them coming. I will be watching.

[@CATFISHING.with.OLBUZZTAIL]

No demon dragons, no cat bobbers, no gimmicky crap just good ol fashioned catfishing, you are the REAL DEAL!!

[@txrex]

My favorite catfish channel hands down. Thank you Steve.

[@stillwater62]

I have watched this video more times than I want to admit, and it is still like the first time I saw it, incredible. What a flathead, for most guys, that would be a fish of a life time. Thank you so much for allowing others to share your experience.

[@ansonbird2877]

My favorite part of watching ANY catfish video is watching them take down the rod. Love the videos, keep them coming. :)

[@user-js1md4sl6t]

I swear I love the sound of the water when fish flop around in it when they are brought to the surface.

[@josephlugo8338]

What a fish Steve! Looked bigger than 62. I caught a 52.3 lb Flathead a few weeks ago and everyone thought it was smaller! Some look bigger and some look smaller but a toad is a toad! Congrats Steve!!!

[@andrewstevens9246]

And mr. Steve Douglas produces another amazing video like always! I can’t explain how much your videos help me.

[@Fins-Scales-and-Tales]

" I finally weigh a fish" When you see that in a Steve Douglas title, you know it's SERIOUS! That's a Hoss.

[@carsonreynolds7721]

This is the perfect video for me since I’m going out for some flatheads this week!

[@leonardpennypacker]

Great job Steve that 60pounder was fantastic

[@57REDROOSTER]

What an awesome channel... You got it right on big flatheads... I have caught some of the biggest fish I have ever caught right up against the bank at night... 1' from the edge of the bank with a hand sized bluegill never fails me... I'm still trying to perfect catching skip Jack like you do... Hands down everyone has something to learn from you and I'm 60 years old, river fished all my life... Thank you Steve for providing me this awesome video to watch. God bless you and yours... Awesome job camera lady you are spot on with the action scenes thank you as well...

[@mauricecason5369]

Mr. Steve you are a great role model for the fishing community and I won't to said thank you sir you are greatly appreciate

[@jacobthompson1192]

Today i met the one, the only, Mr Steve Douglas him self at my local Mexican Resturant! It was a true honor having the change to speek with him. Your videos are amazing and keep catching monster catfish!!!

[@BigJ76937]

So I'm talking about catfishing with a guy at work one night and he tells me he hasnt catfished alot, but wants to go. I start to tell him he should get on youtube and watch some videos, there is a guy that I enjoy watching that you can learn alot of things from. Before I can tell him who it is, he blurts out "I watch this guy I think he is called the catfish dude, Steve something" I started laughing and tell him the correct name, and tell him that this is exactly who I was speaking of. Just goes to show, beginners, to old heads like myself, we all enjoy being schooled by the master, keep the vids coming big Steve, I hope oneday I run into you on the Ohio or Wabash

[@JRFreedom1000]

The drag pulling near the boat got my attention!! Awesome video Steve.

[@briangiovannoni9179]

when I first saw that pole bending I yelled HAY In to the computer screen ,It was just like being in the boat good job Steve

[@mattheadcatfish1810]

Man, you're really stand up for that shout out, for that guys channel. That boat ephin rocks, your fish are awesome, vids are great. Good for you, hope things keep up for you. One of the top catfishing channels to watch, fishing for that matter. Very forthright with what you're doing, really spreading great information. Thanks for doing this.

[@jeremyswadley6103]

Hands down the best catfisher I have ever seen. Would be awesome to get to go fishing with him. He would put you on the fish. Keep tight lining!!

[@Herkyismyhomeboy]

Amazing battle Steve! And what a great way to include the conversation with the other anglers. Brothers in slime! Brothers in slime!

[@bradleygregg7522]

Glad to see you pumping out videos again

[@douglasnunn7439]

Wish Steve would put out some recent videos. Love how he teaches how to set the catmaxx reel. Awesome videos Steve! Keep them coming

[@ChattCats]

Great fish, Steve!

[@TheArby13]

Steve, I don't watch movie reruns...but I watch yours. Thanks for the great videos.

[@BackwoodsCatfishing]

Thank you for the shoutout Steve great fish again! We seem to keep bumping into each other on accident. I’m sure we will again this fall!

[@davidpence5609]

Backwoods Catfishing

[@garyanddoris6022]

I thought I was a catfish slayer but apparently you are the man ....just flat out destroying them hawg daddy's , truly enjoy seeing this type of fishing...

[@jerzcnate]

That was some good fishing and the Monster Rod did some great work.

[@keithgeorges2421]

Another great video as always! Glad to see you catching some monsters again!

[@carlericpickett597]

Great job. Love the way the rods held up. You are a Master Catfish.

[@flannel872]

When the Catfish Dude puts a scale on a fish, you know it's a serious cat. What an epic battle on that big bruiser. 28:33

[@KentDrumz]

Glad to see the vids rolling back in again. Great action as always

[@roywadsworth7307]

regards to this film what is the fishing rods are you using

[@ssearl3231]

Flatheads plum fool me on their weight sometimes. I can pretty well guess blues real close but those flatties will appear bigger and weigh less. Nice one though steve keep up the good work

[@roberttomasek3928]

Good catch Steve. I got one like that several years ago and it was a blast.

[@bradenwomac5000]

thank you so much for the advice. you are my favorite youtuber and i learn so much from each video

[@virginiareid5336]

Very good fish caught. The last one was beautiful!

[@catfishstalkeroutdoorswith530]

Awesome video Steve and wife.

[@daltonstaton2210]

Steve is a catfish legend

[@COYOTE5053]

Great job Steve, really Enjoy your videos, nice assist from BackWoods Catfishing.

[@tomw3380]

Really fine video Steve and that was one heck of a fight with the big flathead. Thanks again, Tom

[@PeelingDragCatfishing]

Bounding Down. Great fish all nite long. Action packed video.

[@kentuckylakeguy6147]

Another great video Mr. Douglas some beautiful fish... can't wait to see you this summer at the captain mad Jack's catfish clash

[@mknewlan67]

Love listening to catfish talk back.

[@OKIEOUTDOORS9044]

What reels are you using in this video?

[@maces1405]

That's so cool you used a black light to show the catch! Never seen that before! 👍

[@Realwobbler]

Awesome flathead, Steve! 👍 We catch the wels catfish over here also in shallow water when it gets dark in the summer. Sometimes we even see their backs. By rocky bottom they mimic a stone by the bank and wait there for their prey. Amazing.

[@jamellenelson5954]

Hey Mr Steve what is the setting for the side setting on the catmaxx the small to the large dots please help its the back lash Co troll setting

[@chriswooley1236]

Biggest flathead I have ever seen. Lol. You enjoyed that fight. CONGRATULATIONS.

[@jeffderiemacker4418]

What kind of line are you using to reel in those nice size catfish? Looks like you’re using the Abu Garcia ambassador reel. I’m getting something similar. Abu Garcia C4 6500. But I’m not sure what kind of line I should use for targeting bigger fish. Mono? Braid? What pound test?

[@coryellis9480]

What an awesome video. I love all these videos on this channel. I wish he chartered fishing trips, he seems like a great guy to fish with. I've learned a lot from all his videos.

[@reelcatfishing4479]

How would y have gotten it in if u couldn't have gotten it over the boat. I really thought it was bigger that 62 as well.

[@patrickskaggs6034]

Where can i get them fishing rods at . And do you have a tackle shop please let me know. Thank you.

[@xioni9342]

Soy de Argentina!! Me encanta tu contenido y eres de los pocos que hace interezantes los videos. Muchos éxitos y espero más contenido! PD: Me encanta la pelea que dan esos bagres

[@muddyrivercatfishing]

Monster fish Steve! Congratulations!

[@garypauley7759]

All The Best to you Steve!!! I always look forward to seeing your new Videos and thanks for the cat fishing tips!

[@theCalsfv]

Heck of a catch! love seeing those big flatheads.

[@mirceastanciu5929]

do you use your sonar/fishfinder while you are stationary? if so, what for? thank you.

[@garyanddoris6022]

Wow ....I was sure that was a eightie pounder but looks a fool ya on those flat heads, truly enjoyed the adventure...

[@hoggarththewisesmeagol8362]

Great videos! He’s got that friendly grandad style and you could sit and watch him for hours. Very interesting approach and he gives some awesome tips. Cheers 👍

[@erat7638]

Great video Steve, had me on my toes

[@donaldtouchton9523]

Nice!! Who makes that net?

[@brandonwhipple7320]

What rod and reel setup are you using seems like they really handle a good beating

[@antiquecatfishing7068]

This may be a little off base, if so I apologize, do you ever do any bank fishing, If so whats the likelyhood of a video of some of your techniques for that?

[@shellcrackerlover5889]

WOW, that's the best fight I've seen you have!!! How old is that fish, Steve??

[@haroldcale4767]

When catfish weights more then 80 lbs can you still eat it.? Awesome to watch how big they grow.

[@RockyDrakeOutdoors]

Awesome video !! Enjoyed it very much !! You have a new subscriber 🎣

[@19Dennis53]

OK I have to ask! I love fishing and now I want to catch a river cat with our pontoon. The problem is I have a really bad spine with 3 herniated disc and 2 fractured vertebra. I have been doing all kinds of thing since I had this problem but obviously at almost 70- I find I am not as strong as I was at 18. LOL Any suggestions as to how to take some of the pressure off the back?

[@bdubsfishing6941]

Are u gonna have to mostly anchor or drag with the new boat might be a little harder to drift out of

[@nebraskatpp]

Skipper Douglas, can you advise what body of water your on, approx. Location. Date, water conditions and temperature. Thank you for posting.

[@pennywise3381]

Great video Steve! You are the man!!

[@lukegriebel]

Where do you get a bag for weighing flatheads!?!

[@TwiztedFishingTv]

Bunch of nice fish!! I'm kinda partial to the flatheads lol, 62# is a pig!! Pull like a tank! Excellent tips, great video!! I watch Backwoods Catfishing also.

[@mexoshea4397]

is bleu cat bigger then chanel cat

[@SteveDouglastheCatfishDude]

yes they are very much bigger. The world record bluecatfish is 143 lbs

[@poot111111]

I guess I haven't seen a 62lb flathead before because I thought that fish was 70-80 all the way!

[@adamjones7176]

it was

[@leftyB82]

Whats the best way to catch on the bank .any tips

[@ericendsley520]

What size line do you use for catmaxx

[@steele829]

I would give anything to have the setup and knowledge you have. you are awesome man

[@dennisreed3813]

Steve do you use a under water light at night? looks like maybe a blue one? are you using a generator? what size if any?

[@dauedlex1309]

Steve where do you buy the tube mesh for fishing chicken livers please

[@gradyvago5426]

What kind of lights do you have rigged up steve...you light up the night. I want to do that .

[@mikedavisclassiccountry8704]

I've watched this video probably 10 times along with all your other ones I really like this one thanks for sharing

[@dorothywoods9816]

Do you ever keep any of the catfish? We've caught nice ones in Clearlake California they are good eating

[@shellcrackerlover5889]

Hey Steve!! Great job, you should absolutely have a set of 100lb digital scales because of all of the nice fish you do catch. Your viewers would REALLY appreciate if you weighed a few more! Thanks, Troy

[@noahbailey4767]

love watching your videos.......How long will your lights burn before running a battery down ?

[@trailerparkpirate7348]

thx for weighing that monster, i know many fish you've caught were over 50lbs...remember nothing better than a fresh mess of river cat, twigs this and the break of day !!

[@Evan11J]

What reel were you using. Looks like a Abu. Curious which model

[@tcbridges]

You do such a great job of showing us how to fish for cat fish. I am coming down to Celina, Tn and would love to go fishing with you. Can you tell me what those rod & real combos are and what line you use. Thanks

[@christopherbrodie1563]

What rods and reels are you using

[@tamarcoleman1916]

Great video Steve!

[@Catfishbill66]

AWESOME VIDEO ...WOW he was a pig!!! That's a state record here in PA Great job Steve

[@myronparks3495]

What kind of rod and reel do you use to catch these big fish? And what kind of line and test weight do you use?

[@petetrantham5029]

What kind of rod's is he using ????

[@teresajohnson7727]

I love catching flatties! They are soooo much fun! 30 lbs is my pb so far, but I dream of catching hawgs like that!

[@bryanjernigan9900]

How in the hell can you put a thumbs down on this video this guys a great fisherman. !!!

[@angelasheppard7197]

If i keep fish on ice for 3 days without cleaning ,gutting are they still good to eat once I clean them? Thanks for sharing.

[@godisgreat5141]

Do you use bobbers, or fish on bottom in that deep water?

[@SteveDouglastheCatfishDude]

fishing on the bottom in about 30 fot of water on the main river channel

[@indybaitshop]

What lights are you using under the boat Steve

[@bobbyharper8710]

Nice rods and reels. Monster brand rod?

[@SteveDouglastheCatfishDude]

yes