What's the Catch?

• Snake Eyes

  Snake EyesEpisode #8You are listening to What’s The Catch? the podcast with your host Andrew Rowan.In this episode of What’s The Catch? We’re gonna be talking about Snakeheads :what they are, where to find them, how to catch them, and why you should want to catch them. Segment 1: Species BackgroundThe Northern snakehead are predatory fish native to Africa and Asia. Their name comes from the fact that their pattern along their bodies resembles one of a snakes. Their head is also very snake-like. They’re an invasive species, being introduced to U.S waters because of people dumping their pet snakehead into a local body of water without knowing they are not native here. Their average length is 33 inches and the average weight is around 15 lbs. Fun FactsThey can breathe for a little on land because of the sacs above their gills which take in oxygen from the airIt can survive out of water up to 4 daysThey have a big rox of sharp teeth, making it bot possible to golf them by their lipsThey can “walk” on landSegment 2: Where can I find them?With being an invasive species, Snakeheads can be found in Jersey but not as common as other species. Their are still some places that have them. The best places to fin them are under vegetation like lilies, underwater grass, and downed trees/tree logsPlaces near/in hopewellHarrisonville LakeCrystal LakeMantua creekSalem canalDelaware riverSegment 3: How can I catch them?Rods to useMedium- light 7 foot spinning rod/ baitcasterBest line25 lb test braided lineBest live baitWormsBluegill cutbaitBest rigs/luresTopwater frogsPoppersBuzzbaitsChatterbaitsspinnerbaitsSegment 4: Why should I want to catch them?Reasons whyGood fight, very...

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• Bass, Round 2!

  What’s The Catch?Bass, Round 2!Episode #7 You are listening to What’s The Catch? the podcast with your host Andrew Rowan.In this episode of What’s The Catch? We’re gonna be talking about Striped Bass :what they are, where to find them, how to catch them, and why you should want to catch them. Segment 1: Species BackgroundThe Striped Fish is a Saltwater Fish found primarily along the th Atlantic Coast of North America. They have sleek bodies and are gray in color. They get their name from the stripes along the sides of their body. Their average length is between 20-35 inches and their weight can range from 5 to 20 poundsFun FactsCan survive in salt and freshwaterState fish of Maryland, South Carolina, and Rhode IslandState Marine fish of New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and New HampshireLargest won ever caught on record weighed 124 pounds in 1896They can live up to thirty yearsSegment 2: Where can I find them?Since they can survive in bothy kinds of waters, you can find them almost anywhere. But they usually are still mostly found in saltwater. Stripers move to shallower waters after dark so going on the beach and fishing would be best at night. So unlike other saltwater fish, it can be caught while on land. Going on Kayak as well is a good way to catch them.Places near/in HopewellDelaware RiverLake HopatcongManasquan ReservoirSegment 3: How can I catch them?Rods to useMedium power rodBest line30 lb braid12-15 lb fluorocarbonBest live baitWormsCut baitBest rigs/luresBuck tail jigPopper Diamond jigSpoon lureSegment 4: Why should I want to catch them?I think that striped Bass are absolutely worth your time and you should definitely consider them when picking your next trip for three main...

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• Oh Carp!

  Oh Carp!Episode #6You are listening to What’s The Catch? the podcast with your host Andrew Rowan.In this episode of What’s The Catch? We’re gonna be talking about Carp :what they are, where to find them, how to catch them, and why you should want to catch them. Segment 1: Species BackgroundThe Eurasian Carp or European Carp, also known as the common Carp, is freshwater fish native to lakes and rivers of Europe and Asia. They are not native to North America, but they have been introduced to waters here since the mid-1800’s as a heavily farmed fish. They can now be found in local ponds, rivers, and lakes. Two of the big places to find them can be the Mississippi River and the Great lakes. They are bottom feeders, meaning that they swim along the bottom of a body of water and feed what's on the bottom. They are large in size and have large scales, a large dorsal fin, and have two barbels (whiskers) on their upper lip. Their average size can range on average between 4-31 lbs. Adults can be between 16-31 inches long on average. The average lifespan for a common Carp can be up to 20 years. Fun FactsThe history of farming common Carp can date it’s beginning all the way to Roman timesThey are the 3rd most frequently introduced species worldwideThere was once a report of a Carp living for 47 years in captivityThe largest carp ever recorded was caught by Colin Smith at Etang La Saussaie Fishery, France in 2013. The carp clocked in at 100.5 lbsChina is the largest producer of carp, accounting for 70% of the worlds production of the fishSegment 2: Where can I find them?Like I mentioned earlier, now that Carp have been farmed and spread to almost every state and to every country, you can find them almost everywhere.Places near/in hopewellDelaware RiverRosedale LakeCurlis LakeWallKill LakeLake HopatcongSegment 3: How can I catch them?Carp are strong fish and you will need to have a strong rod and line to make sure they don’t break you off or break your rod. They feed more in darkness so going early in the morning or at night will be the most effective time to go fishing for them.Rods to use6 ½ to 7 ½ feet long medium-heavy action spinning rodBest line10-15 lb monofilament or braidBest live...

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• Walleye Ever See You Again?

  What’s The Catch?Walleye Ever See You Again?Episode #5You are listening to What’s The Catch? the podcast with your host Andrew Rowan.In this episode of What’s The Catch? We’re gonna be talking about Walleye :what they are, where to find them, how to catch them, and why you should want to catch them. Segment 1: Species BackgroundThe Walleye, also known as the yellow pike or yellow pickerel, is a freshwater fish native to the northern United States and almost all of Canada. They are gold and olive in color with a white underbelly. Their mouths are large with sharp teeth. Adult Walleye are usually gonna be between 2.5-3 feet long and weigh around 10-20 pounds. The average lifespan of a Walleye will typically be about 7 years.Fun FactsThey get their name their cloudy-looking eye, which is caused by this layer of pigment called the tapetum lucidum that helps the Walleye see in low lightIt is the state fish of Ohio,Minnesota, South Dakota , and VermontA female can lay up to 600,000 eggs a yearThey have their ‘taste buds’ on their lipsSegment 2: Where can I find them?They are native to Canada, the Great lakes, the Missouri River basin and the upper Mississippi River Basin, but have been able to be spread to the western and northeastern parts of the United States. These guys prefer cool, deep, and calm waters of rivers, lakes, and reservoirs. They are mostly nocturnal and during the day mostly take cover under logs and aquatic vegetation.so the prime time to be catching them is around dawn or at night. It seems to be going nowhere but up for walleye fishing in the state. Walleye fishing in New Jersey has been growing in popularity over the last couple of years. Places near/in hopewellDelaware RiverMonksville ReservoirSwartswood lakeLake HopatcongSegment 3: How can I catch them?Rods to useSpinning rod Ice Fishing Rod if ice fishing Best line12-25 lb braid6-14 lb monofilamentBest live bait

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• Somewhere Over The Rainbow

  What’s The Catch? The PodcastEpisode Title: Somewhere Over The RainbowEpisode #4You are listening to What’s The Catch? the podcast with your host Andrew Rowan.In this episode of What’s The Catch? We’re gonna be talking about the Rainbow Trout:what they are, where to find them, how to catch them, and why you should want to catch them. Segment 1: Species BackgroundThe Rainbow Trout is a freshwater fish native to North America. They get their name because of the beautiful coloration on the sides of their body. They also are a part of the same family as salmon. These guys average length is around 20-30 inches and weigh between 8 pounds. The average lifespan is around 3-4 years.Fun FactsBiggest Rainbow trout ever caught: 48 lbs caught by Sean Konrad on September 5th,2009They always end up returning to their birth placeThey can lay thousands of eggs at one timeThere are fifteen subspecies of rainbow troutSegment 2: Where can I find them?Historically, Rainbow Trout have lived in rivers in lakes west of the Rocky Mountains, most densely populated in the Pacific Northwest area of the country. However, thanks to Trout being a very popular fish for farming, they’ve been able to spread to pretty much the whole country by stocking local lakes, rivers, and streams.Places near/in HopewellStony Brook Creek, Pennington: Rosedale parkAqueduct next to the Delaware river, TitusvilleMolders fishing preserve, Monroe TownshipMusky Trout Hatchery, AsburySegment 3: How can I catch them?Rods to useSpinning rodFly fishing rod

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