OK.... so I don't usually fish for cats but would like to start. I will be looking to do this on Rough River Lake mostly.... Looking for help in types of places to fish for these fine tasting critters. I will be fishing from a boat....

My current idea is basically a carolina rig but with what bait? Where as in rip-rap, points, channel banks, main lake and a million other possibilities. So some help please with baits, types of places to try and is it best on the bottom and that can have a float near the hook to keep it just off the bottom...or should I be using a bobber or both?

Thanks for any suggestions....