How to Fish Kent Lake: Best Patterns & Techniques

Kent Lake

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

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Kent Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	55-62	Largemouth bass actively transitioning to pre-spawn feeding patterns, aggressively striking reaction baits in 55-60°F water temperatures Fish staging near spawning areas but still relating to deeper water access points, showing increased feeding activity	Submerged vegetation edges near spawning flats Points with access to deeper water Reed lines adjacent to shallow spawning areas	Bladed Jigs worked through vegetation Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') around points Spinnerbaits along reed edges	Bluegill concentrating near emerging vegetation Perch relating to points and deeper structure	Natural Craw Colors Chartreuse Colors Green Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	42-55	Pre-spawn pike are actively feeding to build energy reserves, particularly during warming trends Fish are transitioning from winter deep water patterns to shallow spawning areas, staging near access points to spawning bays Feeding activity increases during stable weather, with pike being especially active during dawn and dusk periods	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation near deeper winter holdover areas Points and creek channels leading into spawning bays Secondary points with access to both shallow and deep water	Spinnerbaits worked slowly along emerging weed edges and points Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) presented parallel to transitional areas Hard Jerkbaits with long pauses near staging areas	Yellow Perch congregating in pre-spawn areas Shad schools in slightly deeper transitional areas Bluegill beginning to move shallow on warm days	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	48-62	Chain pickerel are moving from deeper winter areas to warmer, shallower waters near emerging vegetation and spawning areas Feeding activity increases as water temperatures rise, with aggressive strikes during warming trends	Weed edges and emerging vegetation in 4-8 foot depth range River channels and drop-offs adjacent to spawning flats Protected coves and points with early vegetation growth	Soft Jerkbaits worked with erratic retrieves parallel to weed edges Inline Spinners retrieved steadily through transitional areas Lipless Crankbaits worked through emerging vegetation	Bluegill congregating near warming shallows Young-of-year baitfish beginning to emerge Small panfish in transition areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	55-67	Smallmouth bass are transitioning into pre-spawn patterns, actively feeding while moving from winter depths to spawning areas, particularly near submerged vegetation Fish are becoming more aggressive as water temperatures rise, showing increased reaction to moving baits as evidenced by success with bladed jigs	Submerged vegetation adjacent to deeper water, especially near points and rock piles Rocky points and ledges transitioning from deep to shallow water River channel edges with current breaks, particularly those near potential spawning flats	Bladed Jigs worked along weed edges and through sparse vegetation Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) for a more subtle approach in clearer water Hard Jerkbaits with longer pauses near structure transitions	Bluegill, particularly around vegetation as confirmed by recent reports Perch, as indicated by lake profile inferences	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	55-68	Bass are in various spawning phases with water temperatures ranging from 55-68°F, actively moving between staging areas and spawning flats Fish showing aggressive feeding behavior in wind-protected areas and around vegetation, particularly during warmer periods	Submerged vegetation edges adjacent to spawning flats Wind-protected areas with flooded brush and laydowns Shallow flats with emergent vegetation	Bladed Jigs worked through vegetation and cover Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) for precise presentations around cover Drop Shot for finesse approach in clearer water	Bluegill - primary forage based on multiple reports General Baitfish - mentioned in lake profile	Green Colors Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	38-52	Northern Pike are moving into shallow, weedy bays and backwater areas for spawning, typically seeking out flooded vegetation and marshy areas with depths of 1-4 feet Fish are more active during daylight hours as water temperatures warm, with aggressive feeding periods before and after spawning Males arrive first at spawning areas and stay longer, while females move in briefly to spawn then retreat to adjacent deeper water	Shallow, weedy bays with emergent or flooded vegetation Secondary points leading into spawning bays Deeper water adjacent to spawning areas, especially near channel edges	Spinnerbaits worked slowly through shallow vegetation Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) retrieved steadily along weed edges Inline Spinners presented near spawning areas	Perch gathering in similar shallow areas Bluegill moving into warming shallows Shad schools in adjacent deeper water	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	55-65	Chain pickerel are actively spawning in shallow weedy areas, with females laying eggs while males stay nearby to guard. Post-spawn fish remain shallow but begin actively feeding to recover Fish are most active during early morning and late evening, moving between spawning areas and adjacent deeper water edges for feeding opportunities	Shallow weed edges and pockets in 2-4 feet of water, especially near river channels or drop-offs Protected coves with emerging vegetation Secondary points with submerged vegetation adjacent to deeper water	Soft Jerkbaits worked erratically with frequent pauses near weed edges Inline Spinners retrieved slowly through emerging vegetation Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') worked parallel to weed edges	Bluegill concentrating in shallow spawning areas Small baitfish utilizing emerging weed growth for cover	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	55-65	Smallmouth bass are moving into shallow spawning areas, particularly around hard bottom and rocky areas, preparing nests in 2-6 feet of water Males are aggressively defending nests while females stage slightly deeper on nearby points and breaks Feeding activity is heightened pre-spawn, with fish actively pursuing perch and other baitfish around shallow structure	Rocky points and gravel flats in 2-6 feet of water Adjacent drop-offs and ledges in 8-12 feet where females stage Protected shallow bays with hard bottom composition	Tubes worked slowly around spawning areas Ned Rigs for finesse presentation on staging areas Soft Jerkbaits for aggressive pre-spawn fish	Perch Small baitfish utilizing shallow areas Crayfish becoming more active in warming water	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	68-76	Post-spawn largemouth are actively feeding and starting to establish summer patterns, suspending in submerged vegetation and responding aggressively to bait movements Fish are showing both shallow and suspended behaviors, with strong morning activity near surface and movement to deeper vegetation as day progresses	Submerged grass beds in 8-15 foot depth range Rock piles and hard structure near shallow flats Points and irregular shoreline features with vegetation	Wacky Rigs worked through vegetation with pop-and-pause retrieve Hard Topwater (Prop) worked near structure edges during morning hours Soft Jerkbaits worked through suspended grass	Bluegill establishing in shallow vegetation Baitfish schools in open water near structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	55-65	Post-spawn pike are actively feeding to recover energy, primarily during early morning and evening hours Fish are transitioning from shallow spawning areas to deeper weed edges and points, following forage	Weed edges and points in 8-12 foot depth range where spawning areas transition to deeper water River channel edges and ledges adjacent to spawning bays Submerged vegetation beds near deep water access	Spinnerbaits worked parallel to weed edges and points Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) slow-rolled through transitional areas Inline Spinners retrieved steadily near vegetation	Perch gathering along weed edges Bluegill moving into warming shallows Shad schools staging near points	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	55-65	Chain pickerel are actively feeding in post-spawn, recovering energy and transitioning to early summer patterns along weed edges and ambush points Fish are targeting bluegill and other panfish in the 4-8 foot depth range, particularly during morning and evening periods	Weed edges and transitions in 4-8 foot depth range where vegetation is beginning to emerge Points and irregular shoreline features adjacent to spawning areas River channel edges where they intersect with emerging weed growth	Soft Jerkbaits worked erratically along weed edges to trigger reaction strikes Spinnerbaits parallel to shoreline structure and over emerging vegetation Inline Spinners for active fish in shallow water during prime feeding periods	Bluegill concentrating near emerging vegetation Young-of-year baitfish beginning to school in warming shallows	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	58-68	Post-spawn smallmouth bass are actively feeding to recover energy, primarily relating to rocky structure and transition areas between spawning flats and summer haunts Fish are showing aggressive feeding behavior during early morning and evening hours, with a tendency to move deeper during bright midday periods	Rocky points adjacent to spawning flats, especially those with quick access to deeper water Submerged weed edges near hard-bottom areas, particularly in 8-15 foot depth range River channel edges where current meets structure, creating prime ambush points	Soft Jerkbaits worked with an erratic retrieve to mimic injured baitfish Drop Shot with small profile baits, especially effective during midday deeper presentations Tubes dragged and hopped along rocky transitions	Perch, especially relating to weed edges and rocky structure Small crayfish emerging in rocky areas Young-of-year baitfish beginning to school	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors

Summer Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	72-76	Actively feeding around submerged vegetation edges and points, with increased activity in early morning and evening Moving between shallow weed cover and deeper drop-offs as temperatures fluctuate throughout the day Schooling with active feeding near baitfish concentrations, especially during morning hours	Weed edges in 5-8 foot depth range with access to deeper water Points with grass and drop-offs in 13-15 foot range River channel edges with adjacent vegetation	Bladed Jigs worked along weed edges Wacky Rigs worked slowly in deeper water Frogs/Toads over matted vegetation Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) in heavy cover	Bluegill in and around vegetation Shad schooling in open water Various baitfish concentrated near points and drops	Natural Craw Colors Light Neutral Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Northern Pike	68-76	Pike are actively patrolling deep weed edges (8-12ft) during daylight hours, using vegetation as thermal refuge while maintaining access to cooler water Most aggressive feeding occurs during dawn/dusk periods, with fish moving shallower to ambush prey in 5-8ft weed beds Fish are relating strongly to flash and vibration, suggesting active hunting behavior along vegetation edges	Deep weed edges adjacent to drop-offs, especially where vegetation transitions from 8-12ft Points and inside turns with dense vegetation where depth changes create ambush opportunities River channel edges where vegetation meets deeper water	Spinnerbaits worked along weed edges, particularly effective during low light periods Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) slow-rolled through breaks in vegetation Bladed Jigs worked through scattered weeds and along edges	Bluegill concentrating in weed beds Yellow Perch along deeper weed edges Shad schools relating to channel edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Chain Pickerel	68-76	Chain pickerel are actively ambushing prey from dense weed edges during summer, particularly during early morning and evening hours Fish are holding tight to submerged vegetation in 4-8 foot depths, moving deeper during intense midday heat	Weed edges and transition zones in 4-8 foot depth range Points and irregularities with submerged vegetation Drop-offs adjacent to vegetated flats	Inline Spinners worked parallel to weed edges Soft Jerkbaits with erratic retrieves through vegetation gaps Spinnerbaits burned over the tops of submerged weeds	Bluegill concentrated in weed beds Small baitfish utilizing vegetation for cover	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	65-76	Smallmouth bass are actively feeding on points and rock piles, primarily during early morning and evening hours Fish are utilizing deeper water during midday heat, relating to ledges and river channel breaks Moving between deep summer holding areas and shallower feeding zones along weed edges	Deep rock piles adjacent to river channel breaks (15-25 feet) Main lake points with mixed rock and weed composition Steep ledges and drop-offs near submerged vegetation	Drop Shot with finesse presentations in deeper water during midday Deep Diving Crankbaits (13'+) worked along channel edges and points Football Jigs worked slowly through rocky areas	Perch relating to weed edges and rock transitions Crayfish active on rocky structure Small baitfish schooling near channel edges	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals

Fall Fishing Guide for Kent Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	66-74	Actively feeding on baitfish and bluegill near drop-offs and ledges, with increased activity during low light periods Transitioning between shallow and deep water, following forage and utilizing submerged vegetation as cover Showing aggressive reaction strikes, particularly around structure and depth changes	Deep ledges and steep drop-offs adjacent to feeding flats Submerged weed lines in 4-8 feet of water Points with access to deep water Laydowns and wood cover near depth transitions	Bladed Jigs worked along depth transitions Umbrella Rigs with pause and pulse retrieve Hard Topwater (Walking) during low light periods Football Jigs around wood cover and drop-offs	Bluegill concentrating near structure Baitfish schools relating to depth changes	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Fall	Northern Pike	48-65	Northern Pike are actively feeding to build energy reserves for winter, following baitfish schools along weed edges and depth transitions Most aggressive during low-light periods (dawn/dusk), moving shallower to ambush prey in cooling water conditions	Deep weed edges adjacent to drop-offs (8-15 feet) Points and inside turns with access to deep water Shallow bays with remaining vegetation near deeper water access	Spinnerbaits worked along weed edges and points Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) slow-rolled through transitional areas Hard Jerkbaits with longer pauses near depth changes	Yellow Perch schooling near weed edges Shad moving into shallower water Bluegill relating to remaining weed cover	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Green Colors
Fall	Chain Pickerel	55-73	Chain pickerel are actively feeding in and around submerged vegetation, using weed edges as ambush points for bluegill Fish are showing aggressive strike behavior, hitting baits on deflection off weeds in moderate depths	Submerged weed bed edges in 4-8 foot depth range Points and irregularities with vegetation where bluegill concentrate Vegetation transition zones along drop-offs	Bladed Jigs ripped through and deflecting off weed edges Spinnerbaits worked parallel to weed edges Soft Jerkbaits worked erratically above vegetation	Bluegill concentrating in and around weed beds Other panfish species using vegetative cover	Green Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	52-65	Smallmouth bass are actively feeding to build energy reserves for winter, following baitfish schools and targeting perch along structure Fish are moving between deep and shallow water throughout the day, with more active shallow feeding during low-light periods	Rocky points and drop-offs adjacent to deep water, particularly where river channels intersect Weed edges near hard bottom areas in 8-15 foot depth range Steep ledges and rock piles that provide both feeding stations and quick access to deeper water	Blade Baits worked vertically along drop-offs and channel edges Tubes dragged and hopped along rocky structure Spinnerbaits worked parallel to weed edges and through baitfish schools	Perch schooling near structure and weed edges Baitfish schools suspending over deeper water and around points Crawfish still active on rocky areas before water cools further	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Purple Colors

Winter & Ice Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Winter	Northern Pike	45-55	Pike are actively feeding during daylight hours in late fall/early winter, taking advantage of cooling water temperatures and increased metabolism Fish are relating to deeper weed edges and depth transitions, ambushing prey along these breaklines More aggressive feeding during low-light periods, especially near structural elements that concentrate baitfish	Deep weed edges adjacent to river channels and drop-offs (8-15 feet) Points and inside turns where deeper water meets remaining vegetation Steep breaklines near coves where baitfish school up	Spinnerbaits worked along deep weed edges and breaklines Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) slow-rolled through transitions Blade Baits worked vertically along deeper structure	Yellow Perch schooling along weed edges Shad concentrating in deeper water Bluegill relating to remaining vegetation	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Metallic Colors
Winter	Chain Pickerel	42-55	Chain pickerel remain active in open water during winter, concentrating near weed edges and channel drops in the 4-8 foot range Fish are engaging in ambush feeding behavior, particularly during low-light periods, targeting bluegill and other panfish	Weed edges and transitions adjacent to deeper water in 4-8 foot range River channel edges where remaining vegetation meets deeper water Protected coves with surviving vegetation near drop-offs	Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked slowly along weed edges Hard Jerkbaits with extended pauses near vegetation transitions Inline Spinners retrieved steadily through openings in vegetation	Bluegill concentrating in remaining vegetation Small baitfish schooling near channel edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Green Colors
Ice	Northern Pike	33-40	Northern Pike will be less active but still feeding opportunistically, concentrating near primary forage locations Most active during mid-morning to early afternoon when water temperatures are highest	Weed edges adjacent to deep water, particularly in 8-12 foot range River channel bends and transitions near vegetation Protected coves and bays with remaining green vegetation	Ice Fishing Tip-Ups with large live bait positioned at various depths Ice Fishing Spoons worked aggressively to trigger reaction strikes Ice Fishing Jigs tipped with minnows for finesse presentation	Bluegill and Perch concentrated near remaining weed growth Shad schooling in deeper water near channel edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors

Key Seasonal Structures in Kent Lake

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Submerged vegetation edges near spawning flats	Points with access to deeper water
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation near deeper winter holdover areas	Points and creek channels leading into spawning bays
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	Weed edges and emerging vegetation in 4-8 foot depth range	River channels and drop-offs adjacent to spawning flats
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Submerged vegetation adjacent to deeper water, especially near points and rock piles	Rocky points and ledges transitioning from deep to shallow water
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Submerged vegetation edges adjacent to spawning flats	Wind-protected areas with flooded brush and laydowns
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	Shallow, weedy bays with emergent or flooded vegetation	Secondary points leading into spawning bays
Spring (Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	Shallow weed edges and pockets in 2-4 feet of water, especially near river channels or drop-offs	Protected coves with emerging vegetation
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and gravel flats in 2-6 feet of water	Adjacent drop-offs and ledges in 8-12 feet where females stage
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Submerged grass beds in 8-15 foot depth range	Rock piles and hard structure near shallow flats
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Weed edges and points in 8-12 foot depth range where spawning areas transition to deeper water	River channel edges and ledges adjacent to spawning bays
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	Weed edges and transitions in 4-8 foot depth range where vegetation is beginning to emerge	Points and irregular shoreline features adjacent to spawning areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points adjacent to spawning flats, especially those with quick access to deeper water	Submerged weed edges near hard-bottom areas, particularly in 8-15 foot depth range
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Weed edges in 5-8 foot depth range with access to deeper water	Points with grass and drop-offs in 13-15 foot range
Summer	Northern Pike	Deep weed edges adjacent to drop-offs, especially where vegetation transitions from 8-12ft	Points and inside turns with dense vegetation where depth changes create ambush opportunities
Summer	Chain Pickerel	Weed edges and transition zones in 4-8 foot depth range	Points and irregularities with submerged vegetation
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Deep rock piles adjacent to river channel breaks (15-25 feet)	Main lake points with mixed rock and weed composition
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Deep ledges and steep drop-offs adjacent to feeding flats	Submerged weed lines in 4-8 feet of water
Fall	Northern Pike	Deep weed edges adjacent to drop-offs (8-15 feet)	Points and inside turns with access to deep water
Fall	Chain Pickerel	Submerged weed bed edges in 4-8 foot depth range	Points and irregularities with vegetation where bluegill concentrate
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and drop-offs adjacent to deep water, particularly where river channels intersect	Weed edges near hard bottom areas in 8-15 foot depth range
Winter	Northern Pike	Deep weed edges adjacent to river channels and drop-offs (8-15 feet)	Points and inside turns where deeper water meets remaining vegetation
Winter	Chain Pickerel	Weed edges and transitions adjacent to deeper water in 4-8 foot range	River channel edges where remaining vegetation meets deeper water
Ice	Northern Pike	Weed edges adjacent to deep water, particularly in 8-12 foot range	River channel bends and transitions near vegetation

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill concentrating near emerging vegetation	Perch relating to points and deeper structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Yellow Perch congregating in pre-spawn areas	Shad schools in slightly deeper transitional areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	Bluegill congregating near warming shallows	Young-of-year baitfish beginning to emerge
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Bluegill, particularly around vegetation as confirmed by recent reports	Perch, as indicated by lake profile inferences
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill - primary forage based on multiple reports	General Baitfish - mentioned in lake profile
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	Perch gathering in similar shallow areas	Bluegill moving into warming shallows
Spring (Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	Bluegill concentrating in shallow spawning areas	Small baitfish utilizing emerging weed growth for cover
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Perch	Small baitfish utilizing shallow areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill establishing in shallow vegetation	Baitfish schools in open water near structure
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Perch gathering along weed edges	Bluegill moving into warming shallows
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	Bluegill concentrating near emerging vegetation	Young-of-year baitfish beginning to school in warming shallows
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Perch, especially relating to weed edges and rocky structure	Small crayfish emerging in rocky areas
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill in and around vegetation	Shad schooling in open water
Summer	Northern Pike	Bluegill concentrating in weed beds	Yellow Perch along deeper weed edges
Summer	Chain Pickerel	Bluegill concentrated in weed beds	Small baitfish utilizing vegetation for cover
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Perch relating to weed edges and rock transitions	Crayfish active on rocky structure
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill concentrating near structure	Baitfish schools relating to depth changes
Fall	Northern Pike	Yellow Perch schooling near weed edges	Shad moving into shallower water
Fall	Chain Pickerel	Bluegill concentrating in and around weed beds	Other panfish species using vegetative cover
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Perch schooling near structure and weed edges	Baitfish schools suspending over deeper water and around points
Winter	Northern Pike	Yellow Perch schooling along weed edges	Shad concentrating in deeper water
Winter	Chain Pickerel	Bluegill concentrating in remaining vegetation	Small baitfish schooling near channel edges
Ice	Northern Pike	Bluegill and Perch concentrated near remaining weed growth	Shad schooling in deeper water near channel edges

Bait Colors by Season for Kent Lake

Season	Species	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Chartreuse Colors Green Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Green Colors Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Chain Pickerel	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Light Neutral Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Chain Pickerel	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Fall	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Green Colors
Fall	Chain Pickerel	Green Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Purple Colors
Winter	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Metallic Colors
Winter	Chain Pickerel	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Green Colors
Ice	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors