HRTodd, The only way I know to go after them is to bait them with corn. You establish a area and keep it in scattered corn kernels for a few days until they are constantly in the area and then you string several kernals on a 1 or 1/0 hook and cast it out in the same area. Then hold on, They do fight and make long runs. Carp do not tire like small bass ,trout, or panfish do, especially on light lines (8-10 LB test). A 20 inch carp will keep you on edge for about 10 minutes.

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wheaties and strawberry soda work well also

just tell them to hang on to the rod and reel they are in for a lot of fun

sweet corn...don't be afraid to chum the area with it as well.Most simple bait i hear being used.

There's also some baits called boilies,which are probably the best bait for carps.http://www.k-1boilies.com/ is an excellent bait for these carps.BUT if you use these baits..make sure you watch the kids(they might not be able to handle a carp in good size)...because these baits are known to pull in some HUGH CARPS!Boilies are rigged with a hair rig set up.Guys here who use this bait catch 20# + carps in our waters...and those carps are hard fighters!

I go to a website strictly for carping as i want to try it myself one day...right now i don't have a set up for these carps and i'm not using my expensive bass stuff...lol

Hey I got about 4 foot carp in my pond and I just float some bread...seems to work alright