Went out last night at about 10:30 on the East side on the beach. As I was getting there, several people decided to call it a night and leave. After about a hour, there were only two fishing parties on the beach, and, fifteen minutes later, this guy was landed!!! 27 inches and 9 lbs!
Nothing for the next hour and a half, and then my 11 year old's pole zings and "fish on!!" This was to be the first fish for him that has put up a fight. I make sure the hook is set (and make sure it's not just another baby catfish) and let him bring it in. It's pulling pretty hard and taking some line. He has never experienced a fish like this before. I'm all chocked up knowing he is about to land a whopper. Yep, a whopper it was!!!
That has got to be one of the biggest catfish I have ever seen!!! Well, at least he put up a great fight for my son!! He measured 20 inches!!
Thanks to all for your help. This is a great forum filled with helpful people!!!!