Bass were slow to bite, but persistent

Fish Report for 1-28-2022

Bass were slow to bite, but persistent

1-28-2022
Chad Burton and Chris Borden

The lake rose to 14 percent of capacity, and fishing has been fair. Bass were slow to bite, but persistent anglers reported a few fish while using finesse baits in deeper water. The good news is that February is one of the best months to land a trophy bass. Jigs, creature baits, and large Carolina rigged worms have traditionally been good choices for pre-spawn bass. Trout anglers picked away at the remaining fish with dough baits, Mousetails, and lures, and catfish ate cut baits, dip bait, and chicken liver.

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