SIMPLE TIPS To Catch GIANT CATFISH!! (Spawn Fishing)

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[@troyvaughn6060]

I like your fance talk i’ve been watching your videos this year even though my wife is very sick. I actually got out this past Saturday and went fishing. I really enjoyed myself. I’m 60 years old. You’re younger than I am but you inspired me to get back out to go fishing thanks love the videos.

[@RiverCertified]

That's great to hear you're getting out on the water. I hope you can keep finding some time to unwind a bit. I hope the best for your wife as well.

[@troyvaughn6060]

@@RiverCertified thanks I appreciate that

[@parrisrobinson699]

I hope your wife gets better and keep getting out there and enjoying yourself.

[@troyvaughn6060]

@@parrisrobinson699 thank you she will have good days and bad days. She’s on hospice.

[@jimharbison7589]

Huckfinn and the hobbit go night fishing and catch big slobs ,what a great night ,thanks for the trip Spencer

[@RiverCertified]

Haha sounds like my kind of book. Thanks for watching.

[@egregiousblunder5395]

Been out three times now, zero cats, not even a single bite, but the walters and small mouth are fairly active. Seems like those flooded creeks are really working for you right now. Crazy to see the size of the fish coming out of them!

[@user-si1um6vj9c]

Mannnn I've been out several months now only a couple runs but nothing to set a hook on ..,.still haven't gotten a cat this year🤣🤣🤣☠️

[@RiverCertified]

Iowa gets like that too, but as long as I can find something biting I'm pretty darn happy. Hope you keep catchin' em man!

[@robertmceuen3630]

Have not fished in two weeks, but before that- well my freezer has a bunch of catfish just waiting for the grease.

[@user-si1um6vj9c]

@@RiverCertified absolutely.....I know where I go fishing they are there as I see many people posting up catches (reservoir that was stocked roughly 15/20 years ago with blues and natural flatties) so I know it's just a matter of time before I luck out fishing there.....there is a well known flatties river I've been fishing here and there and more so gotten heavily involved with finding the ledges and drift piles holding up mid/edge river

[@Gondrong78fishing-rf9zt]

Hadir kembali kawan semua mantap spot mancing keren sukses slalu salam fishing salam kenal semua salam sehat ❤❤❤❤❤

[@jasonstollings8422]

Busting them up at poop Creek ...

[@RiverCertified]

I enjoy those kinds of days the most

[@inthenickoftime8040]

Up poo creek...

[@michaeldunn7716]

Great video! Huge fun night at poop creek! You and your buddy share some of my sense of humor. I always enjoy your "work!" Thanks for having us along. God bless all here! 😊😊😊😊😊

[@RiverCertified]

Glad ya enjoyed it man! We definitely have a lot of fun out there regardless of what the fish do.

[@Yelladog78]

Some of the best fishing trips I've ever had have been on creeks or little rivers like that

[@averagejoefishing7833]

Always good seeing you fish with Ryan

[@davidheffner4917]

Awesome video, I used to do that when I was younger!!! Thanks for bringing back some awesome memories for me!!!!!!

[@blackcherry8721]

Absolutely love all your vids!

[@terryrathmel7496]

Always awesome when everyone gets a fish! Good stuff bro!!!

[@cedrickwarren1046]

Keep slaying them just makes me feel like I’m fishing at home again, all the more why I love your videos ❤

[@camyota]

Awesome catch! I'm out tonight hoping for a big one myself!

[@_theperfectcast_]

Great video man! What you said about the new moon is no joke. Just fished a new moon and the bite was 🔥

[@catchnamericawithjc7337]

Great time on the creek. Love seeing Ryan on a bucket. He’s learning how to fish finally. Sharp hooks to ya.

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks for watching

[@FishOnIsMyHandle]

That was a beauty 👍 Great video, thanks !

[@kellyhill4410]

Thanks for the video Spencer. Those Flatheads sure are impressive. 🤜🌟🤛🐬💯🎣

[@RiverCertified]

You bet. I appreciate that. Thanks for watching!

[@billysimmons2887]

Another great video mr .spencer really enjoyed very much my freind just an old man now so i just love to watch fishing now you always catch some fish i really like the flatheads lol. Take care my freind and i will catch you on your next video be careful out there your freind billy simmons.

[@fishlessfisherman1539]

I have missed you and Ryan fishing. You guys rock! Great video!!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! Glad ya enjoyed it

[@TheDetroitman20]

Top notch as always brother!! 👍🏾👊🏾✊🏾🙂💯

[@RiverCertified]

@TheDetroitman20 thanks a ton dude!

[@roberthowe5315]

Very informative video Spencer thanks enjoyed the video stay safe out there

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Robert. Hope you do the same.

[@dalewood5964]

Man Spencer, what a beautiful beast of a fish. Awesome video for you and Ryan.

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you very much Dale. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@wtwoods6687]

Thanks for the adventure. I appreciate it

[@RicardoHaruoIriguti]

Nice flatheads for such a small stream. I believe the rising murky waters let Brazilian catfish more “targetable” during spawning season too. Skip is having fun lol, he and Woody are cute dogs. Thanks, amazing video, as always, Spencer!

[@RiverCertified]

I'm a firm believer a catfish is a catfish no matter where they live. It's crazy how similar the jau are to flatheads in America. I sure do miss fishing down there. Thanks for all the kind words man!

[@kccatfishing4929]

Fun trip to watch Spencer. Thanks

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@want2boutdoors274]

Beautiful fish fellas. Awesome ending clip Spencer, explaining it all. Stay slimy.

[@RiverCertified]

@@want2boutdoors274 I appreciate it man

[@pedrocruz4710]

This is my kinda of trip, thanks Spencer!

[@RiverCertified]

Glad ya enjoyed it dude. Hope you're doing good.

[@adamteague5053]

This video is awesome!! I can’t wait to make my buddy go with me for some poison ivy and mud lol. Probably won’t catch one like yours but hey that’s fine lol it’ll be fun stomping the river bank down for a weekend on our local river here in Kentucky.

[@RiverCertified]

Hell yeah. I hope ya beat the brakes off em man!

[@raynicewonger2614]

You may have been the first fishing channel I ever subscribed to! Have enjoyed your videos throughout the years!! Wallowing around in that mud shows dedication or sickness! Not sure😂

[@RiverCertified]

man that's awesome. I appreciate the hell outta that. Dedication or sickness just depends on if you're asking me or my wife haha

[@QCBrian..]

Another great video, this reminds me of working up and down the Rock river in Illinois from the bank looking for sweet spots, tight lines

[@RiverCertified]

Sounds like good times. Thanks for watching.

[@patriciapowell3824]

Hey Spencer looks like you guys had a fun successful trip. Love Flathead fishing. Take care, stay safe, and God bless you and yours. 😊😊😊😊

[@RiverCertified]

I definitely can't complain. Glad you enjoyed it. Hope you do the same!

[@michaelkuhn4481]

I would love to see a video about your rod holders and maybe you casting River weights

[@chrismcvey908]

Nice video Spence. Glad you posted it. I’m in PA about the same latitude as you and we are pretty much in the spawn as well. Some fish are still chewing though.

[@RiverCertified]

@chrismcvey908 thanks man. Hope you keep finding a few hungry ones!

[@pigsandapples]

Great stuff man! Loved that head-chopped-off edit too haha.

[@RiverCertified]

Hopefully that had ya laughing. Thanks for watching as always!

[@Nezlyn]

The dynamic duo strike again! Another banger vid, keep it up gents.

[@RiverCertified]

Ryan and I were due to have a good trip. Most of my skunks have been fishing with him haha. We're gonna do our best!

[@finaloption...]

Geez! I can't believe what you pull out of some of these small rivers. Just awesome.

[@RiverCertified]

@finaloption... it amazes me every time too man. I bet there's untouched creeks all over the country just like these and way better.

[@0386TJC]

Great video Spencer! It’s great seeing you and Ryan on a river bank! Curious what kind of hooks you’re running now?

[@davidbigbee3556]

I truly miss the cats I fished for when I was stationed in Kansas for 8 years!

[@kevinkelly5430]

I have always enjoyed the term thicker than a bowl of oatmeal. Another great video!

[@RiverCertified]

@kevinkelly5430 i may have to borrow that one. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@attitudeadjusted9027]

Went down to the big crick Sunday and it was way up and i caught four outta of a flooded handicap ramp that weaved back and forth down to the river at normal stage. it has pipe handrails and had all kinds of debris trapped in it. Had to punch thru it with seven ounce weights and a night crawler ball it was full of eater flatheads. Was back at the house and had em filleted in an hour. Three females full of eggs and one male. High cool water definitely slowed the spawn. Great vid and keep your powder dry and your pantry stocked young man 💪😎🙏🏾

[@RiverCertified]

@attitudeadjusted9027 sure would be an interesting day to pull some flatheads out from under the stairs. Glad you got some eaters. I'll be looking for the same this week. I bet they'll be spawning all out during the full moon coming. Thanks for watching sir.

[@thewiedbraukfam]

Couple nice ones! Nice.

[@jasoncuster6119]

Luv the content Spencer !!

[@RiverCertified]

Glad ya do!!

[@billhodgson4105]

We have a stream here in Michigan that dumps into the river I fish-and I know it holds those big ugly’s but there is no public access count your blessings my friend-I enjoy watching and learning from your videos-awesome !!

[@RiverCertified]

I knock on a fair amount of doors. I've made some good friends doing that too. Might be something to consider.

[@mantis-mike5882]

Just caught a 40+ lb Blue cat out of Doe valley lake in Kentucky in the middle of a storm. Felt like a Doberman on my line

[@tommymadden9746]

That was the type of fishing I was used to when I was a kid. Good video

[@RiverCertified]

You bet. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@allenhunsaker9530]

Hey hey holy makkerel. Let's go Cubs. We gotta sweep the cards this weekend

[@StrengthPack]

Thanks brother. I needed a video on this very topic. I hate the spawn lol. Miss ya man we need to hang again soon.

[@StrengthPack]

PS it’s Keybeck

[@MikesFishingHome]

Awesome evening and tips afterwards lol. SKIP, STOP fluffing blankets 😂😂😂😂

[@RiverCertified]

Trying to get him to stop is a losing battle I've learned haha. Thanks for watching!

[@TurtlesandTate]

I will go fishing for bass and catfish etc with my brother rylan up in northern Iowa by Lakota these tips really help thank you

[@RiverCertified]

You bet dude. There's some giant channel cats in the lakes up by you too. Hopefully you find a few.

[@TurtlesandTate]

@@RiverCertified so far I’ve only been catfishing in some personal pitts I remember you from when we went to your mom and dads and hung out

[@riverrat988]

Good one Captain

[@Surge_General]

Just got bout 4 inches of rain, got a nice largemouth before the storm lastnight, gonna go try later on, its my bday so, wish me luck, dandy 1st fish, grats!

[@The.Rooster469]

Hey Spencer could we get a short video of your Penn reel at the end of your video? It looks like a 16/0 reel but would love to see something about it.

[@btdean02]

@Spencer, what brand/model of bait cooler you using there? Thank you for all the other links and recommendations of your gear, that's super helpful!

[@RobinDavis-se6qi]

Thank you Spencer!.. I'm recently unemployed, since June 21 (big cooperation crap) *Bonus* I have alot more fishing time, been hitting some major spillways on both sides of the state line (live in KCK/MO) also doing alot of bank river fishing.. Mostly been donating alot of big hooks & large sinkers.. lone bank fisher w/o alot of great bank access.. these areas are tough sledding at best.. so thank you for keeping me inspired with this small river video.. you are the most relatable KZbin fisherman on the webs.. bout to hit it again.. #Hope I catch a Giant!

[@RiverCertified]

Hope you find a replacement soon. I know that would bother me a ton. Glad you're staying positive though. I know there's some absolute giants in your rivers. Hope you can find one before you gotta start clocking in again.

[@user-wj6wb7dc1w]

you need to watch more fisherman

[@andybass2045]

Hello Spencer and fellows it's good to see y'all good.luck

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you. Same to you.

[@mountainstosurf]

Another banger from the cat king lol

[@Vse_yob]

Good ass video as usual Spencer’s

[@CATFISHING.with.OLBUZZTAIL]

That was a great night and some nice Flatheads. 💯

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you kindly man

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Right on bud, right on, everything you just said! 🤙🤘✌️

[@RiverCertified]

Glad ya enjoyed it Doug!

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

@@RiverCertified - absolutely buddy, absolutely 🤟🤙✌️

[@user-ic3pj6og3y]

Sweet man love to see you two fishing together.😊 Need to get big sam in there!!!! Happy Independence Day land of the free home of the catfish King

[@RiverCertified]

I'll get him of the work train one of these days. Thanks for watching man!

[@geoffbohartfishing]

Sheeesh that fish is thicker than a bowl of Oatmeal 💪 Awesome fish out of a small waterway! Nice one!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks a ton man! I appreciate ya watching!

[@travisnichols5680]

Good morning Spencer, I’d like to ask ya when your fishing your float set up how deep do you go from your cork?

[@FishingWithChris_Tv]

Here in south east tn it’s been spawning, 95-102* and has rained one time in 2-3 weeks so everything has worked against most of us. Fishing sucks taint here right now lol

[@Whisker_Crew]

Awesome Fish Guys!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks!!

[@zachturner3443]

Awesome video man 🔥🔥🔥🎣🎣🎣🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@RiverCertified]

Appreciate it!!

[@Theatdrummermix]

Spencer you talked about spawn being end of June/July for you, when does the bite seem to pick back up ? July 15th ish?

[@bertog-2023]

Solid fish. Solid video

[@RiverCertified]

Appreciate it. Thanks for watching

[@markfoster3669]

71 male i also enjoy your vids. Wish you show more how you set up your rigs. Need more vids with Skip. My wife watch your vids if you got your pups in them. Thanks Mark

[@RiverCertified]

@markfoster3669 I'll have him in the boat tomorrow. I'll definitely start showing my rigs more. That's a good idea. Thanks you sir.

[@shaneoates335]

That gray clay is wild looking, that explains the gray surface of Knoxville Raceway. I'm so used to red dirt/mud/clay the gray looks odd, but apparently it helps grow huge fish 👍🏻

[@RiverCertified]

It's kinda weird how some places up here are gray and some are red. There's some red clay on red rock by knoxville, but just as much gray.

[@JerrelBaker-vo8xv]

Wasn't sure you were talking to fishing buddy or to fish when you said don't be afraid of crabbing me.

[@markabney]

Hey River rat!!! Where can I get some of those nifty rod holders at bank rod holders that is

[@Fishing.NaHang]

So great! I follow you...

[@RiverCertified]

Awesome! Thank you

[@nicksmyrnioudis4675]

Can you drop a link to those ground rod holders you use? Can’t find them anywhere

[@jordanrowe9097]

I’ve read mixed information about the channel and flathead spawn. I believe your comment that channels spawn prior to flatheads is incorrect. At the moment, our local water temp is 74-78 degrees, and I’ve been catching flatties with bite marks from the spawn for about 3 weeks. The channel cats I’m catching near runs in shallow gravel bottom locations seem the just be starting.

[@bankbeaterzoutdoors6185]

Had my first chance on flatheads this weekend. Hooked up with 3 and all 3 wrapped me in a downed tree and broke me off. Going out again this week. Thanks for sharing the trip.

[@RiverCertified]

That's a good run of bad luck man. It's gonna happen, but 3 in a row hurts. Hope you get your hook back from one of them!

[@Dmand3w]

Do those thermacells work very good?

[@scott9172]

You guys have had some hot weather up there? Any effect on the timing? Our best time down here in texas is may-july. After the spawn best nights are when its the hottest. 90 degrees at 1 am

[@nutter0nuggets]

I am never this early to a video!

[@RiverCertified]

Hell yeah dude!

[@hippyman9060]

Great Video

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jasonsimmons9429]

Let's go!!!

[@RiverCertified]

Yessirrrrrrrr!!!!!!!

[@BeGrwn]

Good Fish Brother, from Va

[@RiverCertified]

@@BeGrwn thanks man!

[@tsrolley]

Top notch video as always Spencer. Forgive me if you have answered this 1000x, but what bait tank setup are you using? I have searched comments and video descriptions on several of your videos to no avail.

[@tsrolley]

I should add, I found the bait shack, but what was your old setup? I believe it was blue/gray maybe?

[@pabllam8017]

It was fun to watch but trip was too short . Give thought to answering questions fans have sent. You may have enough for a session. Stay safe

[@salvadoralcala3152]

Nice

[@Sokeks]

nice love the video

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Retiredcop052]

Spencer …. Another great video! I have skunked since June. My hottest spot is dead. Tried two other spots and nothing …. Not even a bite. Hope it’s just the spawn.

[@RiverCertified]

I would look for different water. Spring spots usually aren't as good in the summer and vice versa. good luck man!

[@dray660]

What up Spencer! You need to try the Ohio river by Wheeling Wv, big Flatheads in there! Love your videos brother!

[@RiverCertified]

I've heard good things. Glad ya dig the videos!

[@treeboss5626]

Fellow river rat here I got small mouth bass fever down in Missouri n that

[@gregstroud5139]

Nice fish 🐟💯

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks 👍

[@darrylwalkerjr.4169]

Where are you guys fishing at?

[@robertchambers9953]

Spencer, Is there an Asian Carp problem in the rivers that you frequent??? There definitely is in my local stretch and I sometimes wonder if it effects the Flathead population??

[@abelhickson8292]

Any plans for the Missouri River this summer?

[@RiverCertified]

@abelhickson8292 yessir. In a couple weeks. Getting excited.

[@abelhickson8292]

Yeah I live in Sioux City Iowa and go on the Missouri with my dad quite a bit but the recent floods have really turned the fish off. Hope you have some good luck.

[@carterbenson5615]

I’ve always been curious if the rain affects them in spawn, it’s definitely showing to be true for me this year, have had lots of rain in west central Wisconsin and the the rivers are always changing, yet am still catching fish that are all marked up. Can’t catch em if you don’t try.

[@RiverCertified]

I've heard the fishing has been good up there. I'm hoping to make a trip up there in a month or so. Probably be chasing more smallmouth and walleyes, but I'll definitely be tossing out some baits for flatheads. Glad you're catching man!

[@carterbenson5615]

@@RiverCertified where abouts are you going? I’d love to get you out on a trip and show you a little how we do it up here. Only problem is bait laws are hard to get around

[@charlesbeggs2628]

not gonna ask where,,, just,,, is this a corner bend, whats causing the deep pool, can see the surface circulation.. trying to up my visual game

[@DoubleHookAngling]

Great tips thanks can you jig it!

[@BryanlopezO3]

Quick question Spencer I'm getting a setup for some cats in my area. We don't have giants by any means around here biggest probably being around 30lbs in heavy current below a damn. But should I get a a 300 or 400 alijoz on a meduim heavy rod whisker seeker rod?

[@RiverCertified]

The 300 would be just fine and more fun to fight the fish, but it doesn't have a clicker. If you want a clicker, you gotta get the 400. You should tag piscifun in a post requesting a clicker on the 300. I've been trying to talk them into it.

[@BryanlopezO3]

@RiverCertified awesome man appreciate it an ill definitely make a post an tag them. Love the videos man keep up the hard work .

[@evoon4evr]

I would love to hear your story’s on a podcast

[@RiverCertified]

I used to do a podcast. I should probably get back into them.

[@Retiredcop052]

Spencer …. FYI I just purchased the Nylon Camo Rain Jacket from your store! I had to get the larger size because our state is now concealed carry. How long does shipment usually take? Disabled Dan

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks a ton man. I would think you will have it within a week. A buddy I wrestled with runs an apparel business and handles all of that, but he's usually pretty fast. Hope you like it!

[@Retiredcop052]

@@RiverCertified I honestly have to say that I appreciate all you do. I lost all interest in my hobbies since my disability. Watching your videos has motivated me to get my asś out of bed. Last year was a trail run learning from you. It yielded some results maybe about 20-25 channels that were 5 pounds. Then in November of 2023, I caught that 35 inch channel. That forever was a game changer. Then in March of 2024 I caught that huge channel 30+ pounds and 40+ inches, made me realize I have figured it out. Anyways, I will try again tonight and see what happens. I wish I could support you more, however just like our vets, we are all forgotten about.

[@Thatdamfishingguy]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="283">4:43</a> those are some hooks my favorite

[@RiverCertified]

They're becoming my favorite too

[@RiverCertified]

They're becoming my favorite too

[@Thatdamfishingguy]

@@RiverCertified those hooks have put some pigs on my boat

[@brettdavis4707]

What type of water do you catch the bullheads in

[@RiverCertified]

Usually ponds

[@cali-_vibes-_530]

Does anyone know why the catfish in my local pond only bite good during the morning time 7am-1pm?

[@RiverCertified]

Not uncommon in the summer. If you fished a different spot you might be able to find them again.