Better check regulations for your state, some states it's illegal to even try to scare them off, most states they are protected.

Look up how to Snell your hooks, best knot ever and also easy to tie

Hello I'm an avid Blue cat fisherman, been hard at it now for 3 years, mostly fish the James river and Kerr reservoir. I can't seem to break into the giants though, personal best is 45 lbs trying to break into the 80+ club, any advice would be appreciated.