Dieter Melhorn Fishing

The catfishing world has never had an organization.  People who fish for catfish have never had a national collective voice through a group.  The American Catfishing Association is attempting to do that. The organization made a soft launch this week, but it left more questions than answers.  In this podcast I discuss what we know so far, and what we need to know before getting on bo...

The Winter Blues on Wheeler Catfish Tournament almost had a deadly ending.  The catfish tournament anglers were released into windy conditions that produced 4'-5' waves, and many boats were swamped and several sank.  Some valuable lessons can be learned from this event, and I discuss them in this podcast. Be sure to check out my website for all of my Youtube videos, fishing gear and even...

If you fish for catfish in the winter you will hit a time where the fish are just not biting.  Usually, it is early in the winter before water temperatures drop into the 40's.  Why does this happen?  It's a question we all seem to face each year.  Some years are better than others, with the bite slowly getting worse some years while drastically shutting down in others. Fishing...

Have you ever caught a catfish and was unsure about what kind of catfish it is?  Well, in this podcast I will give you some pointers on how to properly identify the three major species of catfish that most anglers encounter and have questions about. Be sure you check out my website for contact information, gear and my YouTube channel videos: www.dietermelhornfishing.com EPISODE #37

Winter brings cold temperatures, sometimes horrible weather, and some of the best trophy catfish fishing of the years.  Early winter is a great time to catch trophy catfish in those areas where ice has not overtaken your waterways.  Some of the biggest catfish of the year are caught in late December and early January before the frigid winter temperatures set in. In this catfishing podcas...

Gifts for fishermen.  They can range from a boat to a sinker, but most people are looking for that something in between that all anglers will appreciate and most of all use.  In this fishing podcast I talk about some of the things that  personally would like to receive as a gift, and I think these are fishing related items that the angler in your life would like as well. This is pro...

So you want a fishing boat?  In this podcast I am going to talk about some of the different hull options out there.  I am not going into great detail, but I will list the pro's and the con's with each style of fishing boat.  At some point in the future I will add more podcasts with specific details about the various hulls and their effectiveness for different styles of fishing. Be s...

If you fish in the winter, you need to be careful on the water and be aware of some things that can cut your day short.  Fishing in cold weather can be challenging, especially when temperatures drop below freezing.  Most folks are sitting at home in front of a warm fire, but hardcore fishermen are out on the water.  In this fishing podcast I go over some of the things to look out fo...

If you have ever fished for catfish in a tournament you will know that skill is very important.  You need to have a certain level of expertise to win.  You need to have the right tackle, the right bait and the ability to find fish and put them on the boat.   While all this is true, I believe that many anglers have all of these skills, especially in the major tournaments.  I bel...

In the catfishing world there are a lot of terms.  Experienced anglers take these terms for granted, and expect others anglers to know these terms and understand their meaning.  Sadly, many of these terms are mixed with others terms, and it can get confusing for people who are new to the sport.  In this episode I hope to clarify some of these terms and go into some details on what t...

Fall is a great time to fish for catfish.  If you are looking for some of the best fishing in comfortable temperatures, fall is a great time to be on the water.  Add in the gorgeous fall scenery with leaves changing and cooler temperatures, the biting fish will be a bonus. In this fishing podcast I talk about some of the things I do when chasing catfish in the fall.  I go over tacti...

Cheating in fishing tournaments has always happened.  As tournament fishing has grown, so has the money involved, and this drives some people to do anything to win.  In this podcast I talk about a recent crappie fishing tournament, one of the biggest in the nation, where an angler was caught cheating.   Be sure you check out my website for contact information, gear and my YouTube ch...

If you have ever wondered what is the best way to film your fishing trip?  I talk about some of the things I do on my Youtube channel in this fishing podcast.  Shooting video of your fishing trip can be as easy, or as hard, as you and your budget allow it to be.  Filming a fishing trip can be done on your smart phone, or on an expensive video camera.  I will talk about the bene...

If you hunt of fish you have probably wanted to get a deer or fish mounted.  There are a lot of things to consider when picking a taxidermist to mount your trophy fish or fur animal, and in this podcast we talk about some of the things that come into play. Chris Melvin own Pinoak Taxidermy in Great Falls, SC and has bee creating beautiful mounts for clients around the southeast.  His tax...

Jeremy Coe is the director of the Cabelas King Kat Catfish Tournament series.  This tournament series covers more states than any other catfish tournament series in the nation.  They were the first catfish tournament series to expand to multiple states and changed the game in the catfish tournament world many years ago.   If you fish catfish tournaments, or just enjoy the catfish co...

If you fish for catfish you have probably wondered what is the best catfish reel.  In this fishing podcast I talk about the catfish reels I use, what I expect from these fishing reels, and what I think makes them work well for the fish I chase.  Fishing for catfish takes quality gear, but you don't need to spend a fortune to get a good fishing reel that will put catfish in the boat.&nbsp...

There are two back-to-back Lake Wateree catfish tournaments coming up.  One is on a Friday and the other one is the next day on a Saturday.  In this podcast I talk about the tournament, the entry fees, the location, the cost, the bait and even make a prediction for what will win it! You can visit my website here for all my videos and gear:   www.dietermelhornfishing.com

Catfish tournament fishing is a growing sport with lots of new interest.  Fishing for catfish is growing rapidly, and so are the legion of anglers who support catch and release of all trophy catfish.  As with any new sport or endeavor there are growing pains, and the Mississippi River Monsters tournament experienced that this past weekend in Memphis Tennessee.   In this weeks show I...

Have you ever wondered why you can't catch a big fish where you live?  Are you frustrated seeing everyone else catch monster fish on Facebook while you're catching nothing? Well, listen to this fishing podcast and you will get some good perspective on why you may not be catching trophy fish where you are.  Not all bodies of water hold trophy fish or produce world or state record fish. &n...

Do you fish catfish tournaments?  Do you have questions about keeping monster catfish alive while you are fishing a tournament?  In this podcast I  talk about some of the things I do to keep catfish alive in a tournament.   Please visit my website www.dietermelhornfishing.com for links to all the fishing gear I use, links to my YouTube channel and other social media, and to con...

Emergencies on the water happened unexpectedly and quickly.  While you can put plans in place for when an emergency happens, you never really plan for an emergency.  In this podcast I discuss some of the things to have on your boat should an emergency arise.  EPIRBS, marine band radios, ditch bags, fire extinguishers and lifejackets are all part of what you need to stay alive. &nbsp...

Are you wanting some tips on how to choose a fishing guide?  It can be a little intimidating, but in this podcast I discuss some things to keep in mind when choosing a fishing guide for your next fishing trip.  Everything from the type of guide, what to bring and even how much to tip is discussed. You can contact me through my website www.dietermelhornfishing.com

Whisker Tango.  If you served any time in the military you will think I misspelled a word., and you'd be close.  This podcast is about a charitable catfishing organization that helps men and women in uniform, both civilian and military, cope with some of the struggles that face.  Time on the water is a healer, and they hope to use that time on the water catfishing to make that heali...

Do you like to fish at night?  Do you use lights when fishing at night?  In this podcast I am talking about fishing under the lights for catfish and crappie.  I also discuss the new underwater light that I am trying out from ILLUMISEA .  You can check out all the products they offer >> HERE << Be sure to check out all of my fishing videos and social media links on m...

If you want to learn how to catch catfish, at some point you will need a catfish rod.  There are inexpensive ones, and there are expensive ones, but they will all catch fish.  In this podcast we will explore some of the many options when it comes to choosing a fishing rod for catching catfish. Be sure to check out all of my fishing videos and social media links on my website www.dieterme...