Best Fishing Times

I would say any time you can get out on the boat or ice and enjoy a day of fishing is the best time regardless. However, to increase your chances of being more successful, there are a few things you need to know.

Try to stay away from cold fronts, high winds and east winds. When you are fishing in clear water, the best time to fish is early in the morning or at night. Also, cloudy days and choppy water is preferred. Fish can easily spook in clear water and bright sunny days. When you are fishing on rivers, flowages, or stained water, sunny days and light winds are the best days.

Weather fronts don’t affect rivers as much as lakes, because of the moving water. So if you can pick your perfect day to fish, great! But if not, just keep fishing. A day of fishing on the water or the ice is always better than a day of work!

One more tip to make your trip out more successful. Try a Rapala Shallow Shad Rap in the shallow water when you are early morning and night fishing. - Gary

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