Fish Report for 3-8-2021

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Incredible Week For Bass & Crappie

3-8-2021
Santa Margarita Lake Staff

This week was incredible for bass and crappie. Tons of anglers catching their limit or at least what their hearts desired. Every crappie filleted was at or over a pound and the bass were very active. Chatter baits, small spoons, soft plastic jigs with weighted heads, tiny flukes and 4” flicker shads were the buzz. Catfishing has taken a turn for slower results and smaller sizes. There is a change of rain this week that could make for a greta weekend of fishing.



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