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User:	vinny60
Comment:	Set lines and pole and line methods can produce fast fishing action. The Chariton's finned quarry – catfish and carp – find live bait, stink bait, liver, worms, corn and dough bait to their liking. Channel Catfish – Cut shad and dead minnows in the early spring, and worms, stink bait, frogs and chicken liver in the summer are good choices for this bewhiskered resident of the Chariton. The river supports good numbers of catfish but they are concentrated in and around areas of cover. Dip-type and regular stink baits are popular. Anglers can't go wrong with worms and other live baits such as minnows and frogs. Remember, look for cover and current, and you should find channel catfish. Flathead Catfish – When you find dense woody cover, deep holes and swift current nearby, you may want to consider set-line fishing for this Chariton River favorite. Most serious flathead anglers use goldfish or green sunfish for bait and use trotlines and limb lines to subdue their quarry. Carp – There are many favorite dough bait recipes used by carp anglers. Here's one version: Mix 1-1/4 cups flour, 1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal, two tablespoons sugar and one teaspoon salt together. Set aside. Boil 1-1/2 cups water; turn heat down to simmer. Add a small package strawberry gelatin and a tablespoon of vanilla, stir. Using a wooden spoon, add dry ingredient mixture on top of the gelatin water until surface is covered. When the water bubbles up through the dry mixture, continue adding mixture. Stir dough or take out of pan and knead for two minutes. (Be careful, mixture will be hot!) Dough bait will be very stiff. Store in refrigerator in plastic bag until ready to use.
Date:	09/16/09 01:06 PM

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