Spring Will Come: Are You Really Prepared For Early Spring Fishing?

Are you looking forward to the arrival of spring? Expect the weather to warm up, the snow to melt, and the fish to migrate from cold, deep waters to shallow, sunny flats. Fishing in spring after a long winter is always enjoyable for anglers. The weather improves and the fish come out after the cold weather. Early spring can be a great time to fish for a variety of different species, such as bass, trout, walleye, northern pike, and more. To get you started off this fishing season the right way, consider these tips.

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1. Check the weather

Spring temperatures and weather conditions can be erratic. For example, you could walk outside on a sunny spring morning only to be stunned by freezing rain that same afternoon. That’s why it’s especially important to pay attention to the forecast in advance when fishing this time of year, so you can plan, prepare, and dress accordingly.

2. Pay attention to the water temperature

In warmer weather fish tend to move to shallow waters. We would recommend looking for warmer waters. Some areas of a lake or pond warm up quicker than others.

3. Fish in the afternoon

Afternoons are often best to fish in the early spring as this time of day allows the water to warm from the sun. Going it at this time is a good way to try and get success.

4. Keep your baits small

Fish are also more sluggish in early spring from a mostly dormant winter. This is not always the case though as it can still be cold so fish are still not ready to feed properly. So don't bust out your big lures or reel in too fast. Consider downsizing your bait and try to use live bait to really catch the fish's attention. Lures that can be retrieved slowly, and offer a stop-and-go retrieve, are key in cold water. For example, lipless crankbaits, suspending jerkbaits, jigbaits with crawfish or grub, plastic worms, and more.

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5. Don't set the hook too fast

Fish are slower in the early spring after they’ve been mostly dormant for a long winter. When you feel a bite, wait an extra second to set the hook and then just pull up and tighten the line and start to reel it in.

6. Be Patient

Fish tend to be moving somewhat slowly in the spring and your results may not be as fruitful as they'd be at other periods of the year. Be patient and try not to get discouraged when you hit a rut. You can even use these slow periods to your advantage to experiment with new equipment, tackle, and casting techniques. Overall, if you stick with it, you will be rewarded.


Post time: Jan-05-2023