Catfishing in ponds requires a different approach compared to catfishing done in mud holes. You would have to use shorter rods when catfishing in ponds. When using shorter rods, it is most advisable to use the modified three way rig. The elimination of the three way swivel shortens the leader line, making your hook and actual rod congenial for catfishing in ponds. The longer your rod, the farther your casting distance will be. Tailor your rod length to the size of the pond.
Speaking of rods, rod material plays an important role in hunting for catfish since it's the tool that handles all the stress from the cats' weight. Best choices would be the rods made from graphite, fiberglass and e-glass. The most popular of which are the rods from granite / fiberglass composite due to its affordable cost. If money is no issue, then the best pick would be e-glass rod. An e-glass rod has the ability to handle the heaviest weight among all of the other choices. Before making that rod purchase always examine the rod and make sure that the length coincides with the size of the body of water where you're going to fish for cats.
Cats that dwell in ponds are omnivores: or in most cases, they are in a "garbage" diet. Channels usually just ingest whatever touches its mouth: usually bugs, very small leaf bits or even small worms. Another key in successfully catching channels would be your choice for baits. Channel catfishes prefer soap baits. They also like shads, carps, perches and drums. These fishes need to be chopped first before getting them hooked in; otherwise, channels will never fall for them. If you're a catfish hunter on a budget, you may choose flying fish flies as baits. In using fish flies as baits, choose the blue variety. Despite the having only sight for black and whites, catfishes can distinguish the color blue even through the muddy waters. Channels that dwell in ponds are not dispersed in various areas; they usually cram themselves in just one spot, making their kind easy prey if you so decide to do catfishing in ponds.
When catfishing in ponds, it is very important to consider which tackle and bait to use. The terminal tackle is proven to be the best tackle to use for channels. This type costs quite a sum so you'd better invest on a reliable tackle if you would like to enjoy catfishing in ponds. Remember, every time you dunk your tackle in the pond, expect the unexpected, there will always be giant channels which will keep their eyes on your hook: provided you used the proper bait. It is normal to get shocked at how strong giant cats can be. The sheer strength of their pull can break terminals made of low quality material. So before you do catfishing in ponds, always do your pre-activity gear inspection. Check fishing lines with every enormous fish you catch. Heavy cats usually "scar" fishing lines, rendering it weak and unable to bear huge weight the second time. For you not to miss that precious catch, always inspect and replace your fishing line.
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