The Catfish Killer!
November 17, 2007
One day, I’m gonna fish with this guy…he’s awesome!
Meet Darrell Taylor of Lake Conroe, Texas, professional catfish guide and inventor of Catfish Killer Famous Cheese Dip Baits, (which come in Original Cheese and Brains, Cheese and Blood and Cheese Shad Scent flavors, by the way).
“Catfish Killer Cheese Bait is absolutely the very best catfish bait on the market anywhere in the world today,” says Darrell. “I normally catch my limit (25 in Texas) in just a little over two hours.”
While the bait is legendary in Texas, I think Darrell is selling himself a bit short by giving it all the credit. The guy’s been slaying the cats in this neck of the woods since he was a little guy and is, by all accounts, one of the top cat killers in the region.
If you’re ever out Lake Conroe way, look him up and book a trip (www.catfishkiller.com)
JD launches Endorsed Guide/Outfitter list
January 3, 2007
Trying to plan a dream fishing trip to a remote destination is a daunting and confusing task. There are literally tens of thousands of lodges and outfitters out there, and with so many choices, how to you decide which one to plunk down your hard-earned cash for?
You’ve heard the horror stories — people who’ve spent several thousand dollars on what turns out to be the “Trip from Hell.” You don’t have to be that guy.
What you really need is an objective person to help guide you. And that’s where I come in. On this site, I’ve launched a list of “JD’s Endorsed Fishing Lodges and Outfitters” which will be an ever-growing part of fishwithjd.com.
SE Alaska: Incredible salmon, halibut and freshwater hot spot
August 30, 2006
If you’re looking for a fantastic Alaskan fishing trip that features off-the-charts silver and king salmon fishing, along with tons of halibut and bottomfish and some spectacular freshwater options, this spot in Southeast Alaska is it. With Alaska’s largest population of herring right out the back door, the fishing here is insane!
Just an hour or so flight from Juneau, this 4-star lodge has it all — exceptional service, great boats, nice lodging, good food and, as I said before, unbelievable fishing. Another added benefit is this spot is very protected and is flat calm more often than not.
Giant British Columbia Steelhead
March 15, 2006
If the steelhead of a lifetime is something you’ve been dreaming of, look no further than the streams of Northern British Columbia — the home of the largest steelies in the world.
My top pick for an outfitter in the area caters to small groups of 4 anglers and has many, many, many fish over 30 pounds (including this jumbo hawg in the photo) to his credit. He’s also hooked at least one steelhead that would have gone over 40 pounds and guided an angler to a 28-pound world line class record.
