5.0(1 Reviews)Pro Catfish Charter with Jordan Leer
5.0(1 reviews)
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
Professional 5hour charter targets trophy Blue and Channel CatfishAdvanced electronics and expert techniques for locating quality fishLimited to 2 guests for focused, personalized fishing instruction
When you're serious about catfish and ready to level up your game, Jordan Leer's pro charter on Truman Lake is where you want to be. This isn't your typical fishing trip – it's a masterclass in catfish technique with one of the lake's most respected guides. Over five focused hours, you'll work the structures, ledges, and deep holes that consistently produce trophy Blue and Channel Catfish. Jordan keeps groups small at just two anglers, so you get personalized instruction and plenty of rod time. Whether you're looking to dial in your presentation or learn the lake's secret spots, this charter delivers the kind of hands-on experience that transforms weekend anglers into catfish specialists.
Jordan runs a tight ship with top-shelf electronics that'll show you exactly where the fish are holding. You'll start early, hitting the prime feeding windows when catfish move shallow to hunt. The boat's equipped with everything you need – quality rods, fresh bait, and tackle boxes full of proven setups. Jordan's approach focuses on reading the water and understanding fish behavior rather than just dropping lines and hoping. You'll learn to identify productive structure, adjust your presentations based on conditions, and recognize the subtle differences between a channel cat pickup and a blue cat slam. The limited capacity means no crowded gunwales or tangled lines – just focused fishing with room to work. Jordan provides all the gear, but many regulars bring their own favorite rods to pair with his local knowledge.
This charter is all about precision catfish tactics that work on Truman's unique structure. You'll fish cut bait on Carolina rigs over deep ledges where blues stack up during daylight hours. Jordan's got the electronics dialed in to mark fish and structure, so you're not fishing blind. He'll show you how to work timber piles and creek channels where channels cruise for easy meals. The boat carries both traditional circle hooks for live bait presentations and kahle hooks for cut shad work. You'll learn proper weight selection for different depths and current flows, plus how to detect the light pickups that separate successful catfish anglers from weekend warriors. Jordan's technique arsenal includes everything from tight-line bottom fishing to controlled drift presentations that cover more water. The high-end sonar helps locate bait schools and the predators following them, giving you a real advantage over bank fishermen working the same waters.
"3rd Trip with Jordan, we had 4 in our group and Jordan handled it perfect with Slot fish, overs and eaters. Can't get that combination everyday but we did thanks to Jordan." - Randy Pearman
Blue Catfish are Truman Lake's heavyweight champions, with fish over 40 pounds caught regularly from the deep ledges and river channels. These aggressive predators prefer cut bait presentations near structure during daylight hours and move shallow at night to hunt. Blues hit hard and fight dirty, using their bulk and the lake's current to test your drag system. Jordan targets them around points and creek mouths where they ambush shad schools. Spring through fall offers the best action, with summer nights producing some of the lake's biggest fish. What makes blues special is their willingness to eat large baits – they're not picky eaters, but they demand respect when hooked.
Channel Catfish provide consistent action throughout Truman Lake, averaging 2-8 pounds with plenty of keeper-sized fish mixed in. They're more active during daylight than blues and respond well to both live and cut baits. Channels love timber and rocky structure, making Truman's flooded creek beds perfect habitat. These fish school heavily during pre-spawn periods, leading to multiple hookups when you find the right spot. Jordan targets them around shallow flats adjacent to deeper water, especially during evening feeding periods. Channels fight with surprising strength for their size and are excellent table fare, making them a favorite among anglers who like to keep a few for dinner.
White Bass provide explosive action when schools are located, especially during their spring spawning runs up Truman's tributary creeks. These aggressive fighters travel in large schools and compete fiercely for food, leading to rapid-fire catches when conditions align. Jordan finds them around points and humps using electronics to mark the schools before positioning for the bite. They're excellent on light tackle and provide steady action between catfish bites. White bass are most active during low-light periods and respond well to both live bait and small jigs. Their schooling behavior means when you find one, you've likely found dozens.
Striped Bass are Truman Lake's premier gamefish, known for powerful runs and aerial displays that test both angler skill and equipment. These fish follow shad schools throughout the lake system, creating opportunities for sight-fishing when birds are working. Jordan uses his electronics to locate bait schools and the stripers lurking below, positioning clients for the best presentations. Spring and fall offer peak striper action, with fish ranging from schoolies to trophy-class specimens over 20 pounds. Stripers require precise boat positioning and quick hooksets, making Jordan's experience invaluable. Their explosive strikes and sustained fights make them a highlight of any Truman Lake trip.
Crappie round out Truman's impressive fishery, with both black and white crappie available in good numbers around the lake's extensive timber structure. Jordan targets them during their predictable seasonal movements, especially the spring spawn when fish move shallow around cover. These panfish require finesse presentations and light tackle to maximize success, but they school heavily and provide excellent action when located. Crappie fishing is highly structure-oriented on Truman, with brush piles and standing timber holding fish year-round. They're exceptional table fare and a favorite target for multi-species trips.
Jordan's pro catfish charter offers the kind of focused, educational fishing experience that's hard to find elsewhere on Truman Lake. With limited capacity and high demand,
This fully rigged catfish boat puts you right on top of the fish with dual Lowrance 93 sv units and cutting-edge Livescope technology that shows exactly where those big blues and channels are holding. The wireless trolling motor keeps things dead quiet as we work the deep ledges and structure where trophy catfish feed. GPS navigation takes us straight to the productive holes, while the fish finder marks bait schools and bottom contours. An onboard icebox keeps your drinks cold during those hot summer days on Truman Lake. Built for two serious anglers who want to learn advanced techniques and fish the lake's best-kept secrets with pro-level electronics doing the heavy lifting.
Ictalurus FurcatusBlue cats are the giants of Truman Lake, regularly hitting 20-40 pounds with some true monsters pushing 50+. They're built like submarines with that characteristic blue-gray color and deeply forked tail. These bruisers cruise deep channels, river bends, and muddy holes in 25-50 feet, following the current and chasing baitfish. Summer through early fall is prime time when they're most active feeding. Guests love the powerful fights and clean-tasting white meat - way better than most people expect from catfish. They're opportunistic feeders that'll eat just about anything. Here's my secret: fresh-cut skipjack or shad fished right on the bottom near ledges and drop-offs. Let it sit still - they'll find it.
Pomoxis NigromaculatusCrappie in Truman Lake run 7-12 inches and travel in schools, making them a blast when you locate them. We've got both black and white crappie here - you can tell them apart by the stripes on whites versus the speckled pattern on blacks. They hang around submerged brush, fallen trees, and structure in 8-20 feet of water. Spring spawning season is prime time when they move shallow, but they bite year-round if you know where to look. Most folks love crappie for their sweet, flaky meat - some of the best eating fish in the lake. My tip: use small jigs or live minnows and fish slow. When you catch one, work that same spot thoroughly since they school up tight.
Morone SaxatilisStripers in Truman Lake are the ultimate freshwater predators, with those distinctive dark stripes and silver sides. Most fish run 5-15 pounds, but we see plenty of 20+ pounders that'll really test your tackle. They patrol deep channels, points, and creek mouths, typically in 20-40 feet of water following baitfish schools. Fall through early spring are peak times when water temps drop and they feed aggressively. Anglers love the brutal fights and excellent eating quality - firm, white meat that's fantastic grilled or fried. These structure-oriented fish are smart and can be finicky. My go-to technique: fish live shad or cut bait near drop-offs at dawn or dusk when they're actively hunting in the shallows.
Morone ChrysopsWhite Bass are silver torpedoes that'll test your drag when they hit. These aggressive fighters typically run 10-14 inches and pack serious punch for their size. They roam open water chasing shad schools but concentrate around points, humps, and creek channels in 15-30 feet. Spring and fall are money times when they're actively feeding, but summer evenings can produce explosive topwater action. Guests love the hard fights and excellent table fare - white, flaky meat that's hard to beat. They're visual feeders that hunt in packs, so when you find one, you'll usually find more. Pro tip: watch for birds diving or surface activity, then throw small spoons or white jigs right into the commotion.
5.0 out of 5.03rd Trip with Jordan, we had 4 in our group and Jordan handled it perfect with Slot fish, overs and eaters. Can't get that combina...
Randy Pearman, Thank you! Had a great day with you guys! Looking forward to our next trip
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