Minnesota Master Angler - James Melson

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James Melson did, on September 9, 2017, caught and Released by sportfishing method from Minnesota waters a 35" / 18 lb 08 oz Catfish - Channel and is hereby recognized as an official Minnesota Master Angler.

Fish Catch Details

  • Angler Name: James Melson
  • Angler Home: Cottage Grove, MN
  • Date of Catch: September 9, 2017
  • County: Washington
  • Lake/River: St. Croix River
  • Species: Catfish - Channel
  • Size: 35" / 18 lb 08 oz
  • Catch Was: Released
  • Catch Story: jigging a vertical blade on the deep side of a channel break, 41 ft of water, great fighter
  • Witness Name: Thomas Schmidt
  • Witness Home: Woodbury, MN

Official Certificate

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