The big rains that pummeled parts of East Texas in early May caused many creeks and rivers to swell beyond their banks, likewise putting some lakes on a fast rise. While flooding can spell trouble us humans, it can throw good catfish bite into overdrive.
Channel cats and blue cats are prone to go on a tear when water levels spike. I’ll let Charlie Shivley tell why.
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