Catching Catfish with Children

There is nothing quite like spending the day fishing for catfish. Just relaxing outdoors enjoying some quality time with your friends and family is a great escape from the normal fast-paced existence we have become accustomed to. Taking your kids out to catch some catfish is a time honored tradition. Getting the family out on a mini pontoon boat can double the fun on your catfishing trip. 
Kids especially love taking a fishing trip on a mini pontoon boat. You can bring along many accessories that you normally would have to leave behind. The most popular thing to bring with you is a grill. There’s nothing like grilling out with the family while you appreciate nature and get some good fishing done. On a mini pontoon boat, you can get into all those little nooks and crannies that are normally left unexplored by other boaters. You can navigate through shallow waters and over obstacles without worrying about damaging your boat.
If you are going out catfishing, you should learn a little about their habits to increase your chances of a good catch. Knowing a thing or two can also make you seem like the expert in front of those you wish to impress! 
Catfish hunt for food using their sense of smell. Kids enjoy trying all different kinds of foods on their hooks to see what the catfish will like. Hot dogs and beef jerkey are popular choices! Catching crickets and digging up worms are also fun experiences for kids. 
Many catfish feed at night, so an afternoon trip may be your best bet with family. Remember to bring flashlights or other sources of light so that you can keep fishing after dark. It probably is not a good idea to take small children fishing after dark, so use your best judgment and make sure that there is more than one adult present. 
A lot of catfish are scavengers that feed off of the bottom. Choose bait that sinks if possible. Most prefer aquatic insects and almost all catfish love to eat crayfish. Children love catching crayfish in the shallows along riverbanks and streams. Consider taking the kids crayfish hunting the day before to get them pumped up about the catfishing trip without wearing them out completely in one day. Once you get on the mini pontoon boat, remember that you are all here to relax and have fun. Keep the attention span of the children in mind and help them to enjoy the experience.

About the Author: Brad Metzler is the owner of Pond King Inc., an industry leader in the production and sale of Pontoon Boats, Mini Pontoon Boats, Floating Docks, Honey Hole Trees, and Turtle Traps. Pond King Inc. also consists of Lake and Pond Managment Professionals that are dedicated to finding the most economical solutions and strategies for your fish stocking needs. For more information, please visit www.pondking.com.