Flathead catfish have lots of aliases. They are frequently referred to as op or yellow cat in these parts. The fish are highly prized among passive fishermen and rod and reelers, alike. Photo by Matt Williams
Yamamoto’s Uni urchin-style baits have become a big hit with forward- facing sonar users. The soft plastic appendages shimmy, twitch and quiver as the bait moves slowly through the water. Yamamoto Photo
Lawrence Lee with his 13.10 pound Toyota Legacy Lunker caught recently at Lake J.B. Thomas. Lee has caught three Legacy class fish during the current 2026 collection season. Photo courtesy, Christian Gladfelter
A well-schooled angler probably won’t get much of an education here, but a novice might learn a little something. If nothing else, they might broaden their vocabulary. Here’s a lexicon of fishing terms and phrases frequently used by anglers of all kinds: 1. Forward-facing Sonar: For those who may be unfamiliar with FFS, it’s a really cool (and expensive) technology offered in different ve...
