Pictured is Christopher Manuel Feijoo from “Creek Crushers,” with this impressive 22-in. rainbow
Beaver Tailwaters:
Fishing has been gradually picking up, though there are still a few slower days mixed in. Recent rainfall has helped bring water levels up and has slowly nudged water temperatures higher, which is starting to increase overall fish activity.
Cold fronts moving through the area have slowed the progress of the walleye spawn somewhat, but fish are still positioning themselves in typical staging areas. Most of the males have pushed up and are holding over chunk rock, where they tend to gather during this phase of the spawn.
As conditions stabilize and water temperatures continue to rise, the spawn should continue to develop, and fishing opportunities should improve.
White bass are beginning to show up in better numbers as well, and anglers are starting to catch them while targeting other species. Their spring run should continue to strengthen as the water warms and flows remain steady.
The trout bite has remained fairly consistent. Most trout are being caught using Pautzke products, and we have been seeing some quality fish mixed in with the catch. Several trout in the 20- to 24-in. range have been landed recently, making for some exciting action.
Overall, fishing is trending in the right direction. With improving water conditions and seasonal movements underway, the coming weeks should continue to offer solid opportunities for anglers getting out on the water.
Austin Kennedy
Beaver Lake:
Striper fishing is picking up with the warmer water temps bait they’re starting to travel in large groups again and the fish are on the hunt. Use your electronics and look for surface activity to locate these large bait balls.
Top water is starting to show up more often with the feeding fish pushing the bait to the surface. Live bait has been working good just make sure you pay attention how deep the fish and bait are staged in the water column.
White bass are starting to stage close to the rivers and feeding heavy on these bait balls, too. Crappie fishing has been good whether you’re targeting roaming fish or crappie on brush piles sitting in 10 – 15 feet of water. 1/8 oz. jigs are perfect for these fish. Experiment with different jig colors until you find the colors they like.
Juan Granados
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This is wild!!!