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Alternative Methods Catfishing Clinic
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Columbia Bottom Conservation Area
801 Strodtman Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63138
(314) 877-6019
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Alternative Methods Catfishing Clinic at the Confluence Using alternative methods to harvest catfish from Missouri waters has a rich tradition in our state and is an exciting way to enjoy Missouri’s rivers. If you have never used alternative catfishing methods or just want to enhance your skills, then this clinic is for you! MDC staff and Conservation Agents are partnering to conduct an alternative catfishing clinic at Columbia Bottom Conservation Area, June 13th and 14th. The clinic will be conducted over a 2-day period and all equipment and supplies will be provided for participants. Registered participants must attend both days. Please only register if you can commit to attending both days. The clinic will include: Friday June 13th 4pm-Dusk 4:00pm – 6:00pm • Classroom session Topics covered: - Alternative catfishing equipment and methods (bank poles, vertical lines, and trot lines) - Successful tactics and strategies - Catfish biology and season patterns - Water safety - Bait types - Regulations 6:00pm-Dusk • Participants will take to the water in groups of 3 to 5 - Bait and set vertical lines - Demonstration of setting / baiting trot lines Saturday June 14th 8:00am-12:00pm • Participants will meet at the Columbia Bottom boat ramp to run and collect lines • Catfish cleaning / demonstration Participants can bring their own PFDs, however they will be provided. PFDs must be worn while on boats. Participants are encouraged to bring water and snacks/sack lunch. All participants, if not exempt, must possess a valid Missouri fishing license. Harvested fish will be divided among participants. All registered participants under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. For questions or to learn more about the clinic contact Scott Boyd at Scott.Boyd@mdc.mo.gov Scott Boyd
Cancellation Policies:

You must cancel your registration before Friday, June 13, 2025 - Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Age Policy:

All registrants for this event must be a minimum age of 9 years old by 6/13/2025.