Snag a Snakehead

Deer season is over; we lament the long wait until opening day, so why not plan a spring bow fishing trip to put great eats in the freezer and provide a new celebration of spring? I spoke with the Working Class Outdoorsmen at the NRA Great American Outdoor Show and was surprised to learn about the variety of fish archers can “catch.”

Monster Catfish

Blue and Flathead catfish are invasive species in many areas that have wildlife officials concerned.  These predators of the deep are like moving vacuum cleaners capable of consuming all but the largest sportfish.  In Maryland, Fish & Wildlife Official ask that anglers not put these fish back in the water to reduce their impact.  Imagine the fight needed to land these monsters.

Action Aplenty

Bowfishing is not like sitting in a cold tree stand waiting for a deer to walk by.  Often, bowfishing is non-stop action; you don’t have to be quiet, and you can do it with friends.  The Working Class Outdoorsmen crew will clean your fish at the end of the evening so that you can take them home, sell them, or donate the harvest.

No Equipment Needed

Like most charter boats, you can bring your gear or use theirs.  For beginners, boat tackle eliminates the need for up-front expenses and assures that the gear you use works for the species you seek.  Shooting at fish underwater takes a bit of practice, but you’ll get plenty of that and quickly become proficient.  To email the Working Class Sportsmen, click here.

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