08-10-2002, 05:59 PM
NOODLING!<br>Noodling is a form of fishing under the edges of rocks first recorded back in the 1700's and practiced among Southern Indians. The diver would use a long strip of cloth, and, rap it around their arm, so as to reach the lower part of the palm of their hand, they dive under the rocks where catfish lie to shelter themselves from the sun, and watch for prey. The catfish would spot the arm and swallow it with great enthusiasm, mistaking it for a real fish. The diver then grabs the fish and struggles with it and at last is able to bring the shocked fish back to shore. Noodling, Hogging, Grabbling, Stumping, or Dogging. Whatever you call it, this is the most primitive style of cat-fishing known. This can be, a very dangerous way to fish. It has even been called extreme fishing and is not for the weak, as it is possible for one to lose their life attempting this. Catfish have teeth like sandpaper, which can shred your skin. A rod and reel is my way to catch a cat fish since in some states it is illegal to noodle and other states have many restrictions. <br><br><br>Texas Gulf Coast Fisher <*(())))))))))>{<br><A HREF="http://www.studentpcsonline.com" target="_new">http://www.studentpcsonline.com</A>