Captain
William Clabough

Member since November 2021 Lenoir City, United States
Background
As a Knoxville Tennessee native, I’ve had the privilege of growing up surrounded by beautiful lakes, rivers, and creeks. As a young child, my parents would take me on fishing trips. Without a doubt, I quickly became hooked on the thrill of the catch. Since then, I’ve spent countless hours exploring the many waterways in East Tennessee, and I’ve become an avid fisherman. I am a licensed and insured Fishing Guide and US Coast Guard Captain, available for booking guided fishing trips! With years of experience, I specialize in providing a safe and enjoyable fishing experience for all skill levels. Book now or contact me for more info. Let’s go fishing and create lasting memories!
Techniques
Dragging, Anchor, Drifting, Bouncing, Banking, Freeline, Bobber, Bottom

Hey, I'm Captain William Clabough

Lenoir City, Verenigde Staten
Background
As a Knoxville Tennessee native, I’ve had the privilege of growing up surrounded by beautiful lakes, rivers, and creeks. As a young child, my parents would take me on fishing trips. Without a doubt, I quickly became hooked on the thrill of the catch. Since then, I’ve spent countless hours exploring the many waterways in East Tennessee, and I’ve become an avid fisherman. I am a licensed and insured Fishing Guide and US Coast Guard Captain, available for booking guided fishing trips! With years of experience, I specialize in providing a safe and enjoyable fishing experience for all skill levels. Book now or contact me for more info. Let’s go fishing and create lasting memories!
Techniques
Dragging, Anchor, Drifting, Bouncing, Banking, Freeline, Bobber, Bottom

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Fishing Reports

Spring 2025 Flathead Catfish Fishing Rep
Spring 2025 Flathead Catfish Fishing Rep
Apr 20, 2025 Lenoir City
As spring progresses and water temperatures rise, Flathead Catfish (Pylodictis olivaris) are becoming increasingly active in rivers and reservoirs. With longer days and warming watersโ€”typically above 60ยฐFโ€”Flatheads emerge from their winter dormancy to feed aggressively in preparation for spawning. This seasonal shift marks an excellent opportunity for anglers targeting trophy-sized fish. On a recent guided trip, a guest landed two impressive Flathead Catfish, showcased in the photos for this report, at an underwater creek mouthโ€”a prime staging area as these fish prepare to migrate upstream in rivers to spawning sites like logjams or undercut banks. This exciting catch demonstrates the potential for big fish during the pre-spawn season, even on standard trips. For the best results, target structure-rich areas such as creek mouths or deep holes with live baits like bluegill, shad, or crawfish, which Flatheads eagerly pursue. Night fishing is particularly effective, given their nocturnal feeding habits. With Flatheads feeding voraciously to prepare for spawning (typically at 70โ€“80ยฐF), now is the perfect time to hook a fish of a lifetime. Join the action and experience the thrill of Flathead Catfish fishing! Book your guided trip with Captain Billy on FishingBooker.com and letโ€™s target those big cats together. Check local regulations and water conditions, as spawning timelines may vary. Tight lines!
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85 lbs. of catfish in 4 hours!
85 lbs. of catfish in 4 hours!
85 lbs. of catfish in 4 hours!
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Great Guide - Equipment and Knowledge

GECONTROLEERD   Catfishing Trip op Augustus 5, 2025
As far as a positive fishing experience this experience rated a full Five Stars. Captain Willy was set up, on the water...
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Nice haul for family dinner!

GECONTROLEERD   Catfishing Trip op Oktober 2, 2025
We had a great time with Captain William on what could have been a slow day but came home with a nice batch of catfish for...
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Capt Billy

GECONTROLEERD   NIEUW  Catfishing Trip op November 23, 2025
Great day on the lake with Capt Billy.ย  He really knows the lake and where to go to get the fish.ย  I have gone out with him...
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85 lbs. of catfish in 4 hours!

GECONTROLEERD   NIEUW  Mixed Bag Trip op December 5, 2025
Great trip out this morning, with a 30 lb. 38โ€ catfish at the top of the pile! Canโ€™t wait to do it again!
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Captain Billy the best

GECONTROLEERD   Mixed Bag Trip op Juli 1, 2025
Put us on fish when most of the boats around us werenโ€™t catching anything. I caught my PB smallmouth too.
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