How to Fish Baw Beese Lake: Best Patterns & Techniques

Baw Beese Lake

Published: Nov 1, 2018Updated: Jun 11, 2025

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Baw Beese Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	48-58	Bass are transitioning from winter patterns to pre-spawn staging areas, becoming more active as water temperatures rise Fish are beginning to feed more aggressively to prepare for spawning, but still maintaining energy-efficient movements	Rock piles and rip rap in 3-6 foot depth range, especially those adjacent to potential spawning flats Protected areas between docks that offer wind protection and warming water Transition areas where rock structure meets softer bottom	Lipless Crankbaits worked slowly over rock structure Blade Baits with moderate retrieves near staging areas Shakey Heads worked methodically around dock posts and rock piles	Shad schooling in pre-spawn patterns Various minnow species becoming more active in warming water Early season crawfish emerging from winter habitat	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	48-58	Crappie are transitioning from deeper winter areas to staging areas near spawning flats, actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawn Fish are becoming more active during warming trends, particularly during mid-morning periods when water temperatures rise Congregating in schools near structure transitions between deeper wintering areas and shallow spawning zones	Brush piles in 6-12 foot depth adjacent to spawning flats Rock piles and hard structure in 3-6 foot depth range Dock areas with deep water access, especially those near coves	Crappie Spider Rigging Inline Spinners Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9')	Shad Small Minnows Crawfish	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Pink Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	55-65	Bluegills are transitioning to pre-spawn, moving from deeper wintering areas to shallower staging areas near spawning locations Fish are actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawning, focusing on insect larvae and small crustaceans near structure	Brush piles in 3-6 foot depth range near spawning flats Rocky areas and rip rap with sun exposure for warmth Protected areas between docks where water warms faster	Bobbers with small jigs suspended near brush piles Ice Fishing Jigs worked slowly around structure Live Bait Rigs with small worms or insects	Aquatic insect larvae and nymphs Small crustaceans and zooplankton Juvenile shad in warmer areas	Chartreuse Colors Pink Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Catfish	52-65	Moving from winter depths to pre-spawn staging areas near spawning flats Actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawning Congregating near rock structures and riprap that warm quickly	Rock piles and riprap areas in 3-6 foot depth range Shallow flats adjacent to deeper wintering areas Areas near docks with good sun exposure	Live Bait Rigs with cut shad or nightcrawlers Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) near structure	Shad schools beginning to move shallow Bottom-dwelling prey like crawfish becoming more active Small sunfish near dock areas	Vibrant Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	58-65	Bass actively moving into shallow spawning areas (3-6 foot range), establishing and defending nesting sites Males become territorial and aggressive while protecting nests, making them more likely to strike defending baits Females stage in slightly deeper water near spawning flats between spawning activities	Protected shallow coves with firm bottom near rock piles Shallow areas adjacent to docks providing spawning habitat Shallow flats with darker substrate for optimal sight fishing	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) for precise presentations to visible beds Wacky Rigs worked slowly around spawning areas Soft Jerkbaits for targeting pre-spawn females	Crawfish becoming active in warming waters Small panfish and minnows in spawning areas	Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	55-65	Crappie are actively staging in pre-spawn and spawning areas, following predictable spring patterns with increased feeding activity during mid-morning hours Fish are relating heavily to shallow rock piles and other hard structure, showing aggressive feeding behavior on minnow populations	Rock piles in 3-6 foot depth range, particularly those near spawning areas Brush piles in shallow to mid-depth transition areas Protected coves with complex shoreline features	Inline Spinners worked slowly through shallow structure Crappie Dock Shooting for fish holding tight to cover Bobbers with live minnows around rock piles	Minnows actively running in shallow waters Crawfish emerging around rocky structure	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	65-75	Spawning activity in shallow water (3-6 feet), with males guarding nests near structure and cover Aggressive territorial behavior around nesting sites, especially during peak spawn Feeding actively on insects and small invertebrates near brush piles and rocky areas	Shallow flats with brush piles in 3-6 foot range Protected areas between docks with firm bottom Rocky areas and rip rap in spawning depth	Bobbers with live bait suspended just off bottom Micro Crankbaits worked slowly near structure Inline Spinners retrieved steadily through spawning areas	Small insects and larvae near structure Zooplankton in shallow water columns Small invertebrates around rocky areas	Pink Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Catfish	65-75	Catfish moving into shallow rocky areas and riprap for spawning, becoming more territorial and aggressive Males guarding nests in cavities near structure, while non-spawning fish actively feeding in nearby areas	Rock piles and riprap areas in 3-6 foot depth range Areas adjacent to docks with rocky bottom composition Shallow coves with structure near deeper water access	Live Bait Rigs with cut bait or live offerings Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') near structure Bobbers for precise presentation in spawning areas	Shad schools in shallow water Small sunfish and minnows around structure Crawfish emerging in rocky areas	Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	65-75	Post-spawn largemouth bass are actively feeding to recover energy, transitioning from shallow spawning areas to early summer patterns Fish are utilizing dock areas as primary cover, likely relating to shade and abundant baitfish	Docks, especially those near spawning flats Rock piles and rip rap in 3-6 foot depth range Secondary points leading to deeper water	Wacky Rigs worked slowly around docks and cover Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) for targeting dock posts and shadows Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) for active fish	Small baitfish gathering around docks Bluegill beginning to bed in similar areas	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	62-72	Post-spawn crappie are transitioning from shallow spawning areas to deeper structure, actively feeding to recover energy Fish are gathering around brush piles and dock structures in 3-6 foot depth range, showing increased feeding activity during mid-morning	Brush piles in 3-6 foot depth range near spawning flats Dock structures with good shade coverage Rock piles adjacent to deeper water	Crappie Dock Shooting Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) Live Bait Rigs	Shad Small Minnows Crawfish	Natural Shad Colors Natural Craw Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	65-75	Post-spawn bluegill and panfish are transitioning from spawning areas to early summer feeding patterns, actively feeding in shallow to moderate depths Fish are utilizing brush piles and woody cover as primary holding areas, moving between structure to feed on insects and small invertebrates	Brush piles in 3-6 foot depth range Shallow flats near spawning areas with wood cover Dock areas providing shade and structure	Bobbers with small jigs or live bait suspended near brush piles Ice Fishing Jigs worked slowly around structure Micro Crankbaits retrieved near cover	Insects and zooplankton Small invertebrates Juvenile shad	Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals Pink Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Catfish	62-72	Post-spawn catfish are beginning to actively feed again, moving from spawning areas near rocks and rip-rap to feeding flats Fish are transitioning between shallow spawning areas and deeper feeding zones, particularly active during dawn and dusk	Rock piles and rip rap areas in 3-6 foot depth range Shallow feeding flats adjacent to shoreline structure Areas around docks with access to deeper water	Live Bait Rigs with slip sinker setup for natural presentation Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') near structure Bobbers for suspended presentations in shallow areas	Shad schools beginning to form in warming waters Small sunfish and minnows in shallow areas Crawfish becoming more active near rocky areas	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors

Summer Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	72-85	Bass are actively feeding on shad and minnows in shallow water (3-6 feet), especially around hard structure Fish showing preference for ambush points near current and structure, with increased activity during slower presentations	Rock piles and rip rap in 3-6 foot depth range Docks providing shade and ambush points Drop-off areas transitioning from shallow to deeper water	Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') worked slowly near structure Blade Baits with quick retrieval near drop-offs Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around docks and rock structure	Shad - primary forage based on multiple successful reports Minnows - secondary forage showing in reports around docks	Natural Shad Colors Bold Striped Patterns Metallic Colors
Summer	Crappie	72-82	Moving to deeper, cooler water during midday (8-15 feet), suspending near structure Early morning and evening feeding periods in shallower water (4-8 feet) around cover Schooling behavior intensifies, with groups relating to primary structure and following baitfish	Deeper brush piles near dock areas in 8-15 foot range Rock piles at depth transitions between 6-12 feet Shaded areas under docks during midday heat	Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling) Crappie Dock Shooting Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19')	Shad schools in open water and around structure Small minnows relating to cover Crayfish near rocky structure	Natural Shad Colors Light Neutral Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	72-85	Bluegill and panfish are actively feeding in shallow to moderate depths (3-8 feet) during early morning and evening hours, seeking shade during mid-day heat Fish are relating strongly to cover (brush piles, docks, rock piles) and transitioning between feeding zones throughout the day	Shaded areas under and between docks in 3-6 foot depths Brush piles adjacent to shallow flats Rock piles and rip rap areas, especially during morning hours	Bobbers with small live bait or artificial presentations, especially effective around docks and brush Finesse Hair Jigs worked slowly around structure Micro Crankbaits retrieved steadily along the edges of cover	Small insects and zooplankton around woody structure Young-of-year shad in open water areas Invertebrates around rock piles and rip rap	Light Neutral Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Catfish	72-85	Catfish are actively feeding in both day and night, with increased activity during dawn and dusk periods Fish are utilizing both open water areas for feeding and structure for resting, showing typical summer movement patterns	Open Water/Basin areas with flat bottom for active feeding Rock piles and rip rap areas, especially in 3-6 foot depth range Areas around docks providing shade and structure	Bobbers with natural bait in open water Live Bait Rigs near structure Bottom fishing with weighted rigs in deeper holes	Shad Natural prey (minnows) Opportunistic feeding on corn/hot dog combinations	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals

Fall Fishing Guide for Baw Beese Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	52-68	Largemouth bass are actively feeding to build fat reserves for winter, following baitfish schools and utilizing ambush points near structure Fish are transitioning from shallow summer patterns to deeper staging areas, especially during mid to late fall	Rock piles and rip rap areas adjacent to deeper water Docks with deep water access, especially those near points or channel swings Main lake points that provide access to both shallow and deeper water	Lipless Crankbaits worked parallel to depth transitions Spinnerbaits around dock posts and rock structure Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) to match the prevalent shad forage	Shad schools moving into creek arms and coves Remaining shallow water minnows Small bluegill near dock structures	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Crappie	52-65	Crappie are transitioning to deeper water and forming looser schools around key structure, actively feeding to build up reserves for winter Fish become more active during low-light periods, moving shallower to feed on shad and minnows near structure edges	Deeper brush piles in 8-15 feet of water near creek channel edges Deeper dock edges where they meet deeper water Rock piles and hard structure adjacent to deeper water	Crappie Spider Rigging Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling)	Shad schools concentrating in creek channels and deeper structure Minnows gathering around dock structures and brush Crawfish active on hard bottom areas	Natural Shad Colors Purple Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	52-65	Panfish begin schooling more tightly in fall, following baitfish and preparing for winter. They are actively feeding to build energy reserves. Fish are transitioning from shallow summer patterns to deeper, more stable areas, but still making feeding movements to shallow flats during prime hours.	Deep brush piles in 8-15 feet of water adjacent to shallow feeding flats Rock piles and rip rap areas that hold warmth and attract baitfish Deeper dock areas that provide shade and structure	Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') Drop Shot Crappie Dock Shooting	Small shad and young-of-year baitfish Aquatic insects and zooplankton	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Purple Colors
Fall	Catfish	55-68	Catfish begin to move from summer shallow patterns to deeper, more stable water as temperatures cool, while still making feeding movements to shallower areas Fish become more concentrated around primary structural elements, particularly rock piles and riprap that retain heat	Rock piles and riprap areas in 6-12 foot depth ranges Deep edges of flats near primary shoreline points Dock areas with nearby depth changes	Live Bait Rigs with cut shad or larger minnows Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') during active feeding periods Carolina Rigs with scented baits worked slowly along structure	Shad schools congregating in cooler water Bottom-dwelling prey like crawfish near rock structure Smaller sunfish around dock areas	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors

Winter & Ice Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Winter	Crappie	38-45	Crappie are suspending in deeper water columns near structure, often schooling tightly in winter refuge areas Feeding activity is reduced but still occurs during prime warming periods, especially during stable weather	Deep brush piles adjacent to channel breaks in 15-25 foot range Deeper dock areas with vertical posts providing winter sanctuary Rock piles near depth transitions that provide thermal stability	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Ice Fishing Jigs Damiki Rig	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water Small minnows near structure Dormant crawfish in rocky areas	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Purple Colors
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	38-45	Panfish concentrate in deeper main lake basins and suspended near key structure during open water winter conditions Feeding activity is reduced but remains consistent throughout the day, with fish tending to school tightly	Brush piles in 15-25 foot depth ranges Deep rock piles adjacent to flats Deeper sections near dock areas	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Drop Shot Ice Fishing Jigs	Small zooplankton and aquatic insects Juvenile shad Small crustaceans	Chartreuse Colors Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Catfish	38-45	During open water winter conditions, catfish become more lethargic and concentrate in deeper holes and areas adjacent to structure, moving minimally to conserve energy Feeding windows are shorter and less frequent, with fish most active during stable weather patterns and slight warming trends	Deep holes adjacent to rock piles and rip rap, especially in 6+ foot depth ranges Areas where dock structures intersect with deeper water Protected coves with consistent depth that offer shelter from winter winds	Live Bait Rigs with minimal movement, positioned just off the bottom Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with scented baits Hover/Mid-Strolling near structure transitions	Winter-slowed shad schools Bottom-dwelling invertebrates Small sunfish near structure	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Ice	Crappie	34-39	Crappie suspend in deeper water columns, typically in schools around structure Feeding activity is most intense during early morning and late afternoon, with shorter feeding windows	Deep brush piles in 15-20 foot range near channel edges Deep rock piles adjacent to primary shoreline points Deeper dock areas where multiple docks create a complex of cover	Ice Fishing Jigs worked with subtle movements just above the school Ice Fishing Spoons for more aggressive presentations during feeding windows Ice Fishing Tip-Ups set at varying depths to locate suspended schools	Small minnows and shad suspended in deeper water Smaller crustaceans near bottom structure	Chartreuse Colors Natural Shad Colors Pink Colors
Ice	Panfish / Bluegill	34-39	Bluegills and panfish will be concentrated in deeper basins near brush piles and structure during ice season, typically schooling tightly in 3-6 foot range Feeding activity peaks during early morning and late afternoon, with a focus on small invertebrates and zooplankton	Deep brush piles in 3-6 foot range offering protection and foraging opportunities Areas near rock piles that hold winter invertebrates Protected coves with consistent depth and structure	Ice Fishing Jigs worked with subtle movements to trigger bites Ice Fishing Spoons for more aggressive presentations during peak feeding times Ice Fishing Tip-Ups for covering multiple depths and locations	Small aquatic insects and larvae Zooplankton Tiny minnows and juvenile shad	Pink Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals

Key Seasonal Structures in Baw Beese Lake

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Rock piles and rip rap in 3-6 foot depth range, especially those adjacent to potential spawning flats	Protected areas between docks that offer wind protection and warming water
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Brush piles in 6-12 foot depth adjacent to spawning flats	Rock piles and hard structure in 3-6 foot depth range
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Brush piles in 3-6 foot depth range near spawning flats	Rocky areas and rip rap with sun exposure for warmth
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Catfish	Rock piles and riprap areas in 3-6 foot depth range	Shallow flats adjacent to deeper wintering areas
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Protected shallow coves with firm bottom near rock piles	Shallow areas adjacent to docks providing spawning habitat
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Rock piles in 3-6 foot depth range, particularly those near spawning areas	Brush piles in shallow to mid-depth transition areas
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Shallow flats with brush piles in 3-6 foot range	Protected areas between docks with firm bottom
Spring (Spawn)	Catfish	Rock piles and riprap areas in 3-6 foot depth range	Areas adjacent to docks with rocky bottom composition
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Docks, especially those near spawning flats	Rock piles and rip rap in 3-6 foot depth range
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Brush piles in 3-6 foot depth range near spawning flats	Dock structures with good shade coverage
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Brush piles in 3-6 foot depth range	Shallow flats near spawning areas with wood cover
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Catfish	Rock piles and rip rap areas in 3-6 foot depth range	Shallow feeding flats adjacent to shoreline structure
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Rock piles and rip rap in 3-6 foot depth range	Docks providing shade and ambush points
Summer	Crappie	Deeper brush piles near dock areas in 8-15 foot range	Rock piles at depth transitions between 6-12 feet
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Shaded areas under and between docks in 3-6 foot depths	Brush piles adjacent to shallow flats
Summer	Catfish	Open Water/Basin areas with flat bottom for active feeding	Rock piles and rip rap areas, especially in 3-6 foot depth range
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Rock piles and rip rap areas adjacent to deeper water	Docks with deep water access, especially those near points or channel swings
Fall	Crappie	Deeper brush piles in 8-15 feet of water near creek channel edges	Deeper dock edges where they meet deeper water
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Deep brush piles in 8-15 feet of water adjacent to shallow feeding flats	Rock piles and rip rap areas that hold warmth and attract baitfish
Fall	Catfish	Rock piles and riprap areas in 6-12 foot depth ranges	Deep edges of flats near primary shoreline points
Winter	Crappie	Deep brush piles adjacent to channel breaks in 15-25 foot range	Deeper dock areas with vertical posts providing winter sanctuary
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Brush piles in 15-25 foot depth ranges	Deep rock piles adjacent to flats
Winter	Catfish	Deep holes adjacent to rock piles and rip rap, especially in 6+ foot depth ranges	Areas where dock structures intersect with deeper water
Ice	Crappie	Deep brush piles in 15-20 foot range near channel edges	Deep rock piles adjacent to primary shoreline points
Ice	Panfish / Bluegill	Deep brush piles in 3-6 foot range offering protection and foraging opportunities	Areas near rock piles that hold winter invertebrates

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Shad schooling in pre-spawn patterns	Various minnow species becoming more active in warming water
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Shad	Small Minnows
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Aquatic insect larvae and nymphs	Small crustaceans and zooplankton
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Catfish	Shad schools beginning to move shallow	Bottom-dwelling prey like crawfish becoming more active
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Crawfish becoming active in warming waters	Small panfish and minnows in spawning areas
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Minnows actively running in shallow waters	Crawfish emerging around rocky structure
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Small insects and larvae near structure	Zooplankton in shallow water columns
Spring (Spawn)	Catfish	Shad schools in shallow water	Small sunfish and minnows around structure
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Small baitfish gathering around docks	Bluegill beginning to bed in similar areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Shad	Small Minnows
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Insects and zooplankton	Small invertebrates
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Catfish	Shad schools beginning to form in warming waters	Small sunfish and minnows in shallow areas
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Shad - primary forage based on multiple successful reports	Minnows - secondary forage showing in reports around docks
Summer	Crappie	Shad schools in open water and around structure	Small minnows relating to cover
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Small insects and zooplankton around woody structure	Young-of-year shad in open water areas
Summer	Catfish	Shad	Natural prey (minnows)
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Shad schools moving into creek arms and coves	Remaining shallow water minnows
Fall	Crappie	Shad schools concentrating in creek channels and deeper structure	Minnows gathering around dock structures and brush
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Small shad and young-of-year baitfish	Aquatic insects and zooplankton
Fall	Catfish	Shad schools congregating in cooler water	Bottom-dwelling prey like crawfish near rock structure
Winter	Crappie	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water	Small minnows near structure
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Small zooplankton and aquatic insects	Juvenile shad
Winter	Catfish	Winter-slowed shad schools	Bottom-dwelling invertebrates
Ice	Crappie	Small minnows and shad suspended in deeper water	Smaller crustaceans near bottom structure
Ice	Panfish / Bluegill	Small aquatic insects and larvae	Zooplankton

Bait Colors by Season for Baw Beese Lake

Season	Species	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Pink Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Chartreuse Colors Pink Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Catfish	Vibrant Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Pink Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Catfish	Dark Neutrals Vibrant Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Natural Craw Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals Pink Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Catfish	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Natural Shad Colors Bold Striped Patterns Metallic Colors
Summer	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Light Neutral Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Light Neutral Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Catfish	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Purple Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Purple Colors
Fall	Catfish	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Winter	Crappie	Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors Purple Colors
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Chartreuse Colors Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Catfish	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Ice	Crappie	Chartreuse Colors Natural Shad Colors Pink Colors
Ice	Panfish / Bluegill	Pink Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals