Cat Fish in the Thames

[Lunker777]

Hey everyone,

 

Whens the time to start hitting the Thames river for some Cat Fish ? I gotta get a line wet here haha I'm going crazy !

 

I live in Chatham... so hopefully there some place close.

 

Also, Ive never really fished for cats in particular... whats a good beginner set up ? baits, rod/reel, etc.

 

 

Thanks

Edited April 1, 2009 by Lunker777

[Sandbag]

While growing up in Chatham, I used to fish across the river from Union Gas building at the bridge and the docks behind the Holiday inn (I think it is now a retirement home) Never really targeted cats back then, but we sure got our fair share of them.

 

I know certain parts of the river close in the spring for the walleye spawn so be sure to check your regs. I believe Prairie Siding area remains open year round.

 

Good luck

 

Cheers

 

Craig