Lake Murphysboro may soon enjoy a day when catfishermen around the state say, “Let’s try to find a monster in Murphy.” ...
The KDWP also recommends anglers use at least a 40-pound line, heavy sinkers, swivels/snaps and 5/0-10/0 circle hooks or 5/0-7/0 Kahle hooks while trying to land a heavy blue catfish.