How to Fish Lake Hubert: Best Patterns & Techniques

Lake Hubert

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

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Lake Hubert

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	48-62	Largemouth bass are transitioning from winter areas to pre-spawn staging areas, actively feeding to build energy for spawning Fish are responding well to stop-and-go retrieves, particularly hitting baits on the pause as noted in recent reports	Submerged vegetation adjacent to spawning flats, particularly in 5-12 foot depth range Secondary points with vegetation near deeper water access Protected shallow bays with emerging vegetation that warm quickly	Lipless Crankbaits with rip-and-pause retrieve through vegetation Bladed Jigs worked slowly near vegetation edges Soft Jerkbaits worked with long pauses	Bluegill beginning to become more active in vegetation Young of year baitfish from previous season	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Metallic Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	52-56	Panfish transitioning into pre-spawn staging areas, becoming more active with warming water temperatures in the low to mid 50s Fish congregating in larger schools near spawning areas, actively feeding but requiring slower presentations in cooler water	Submerged vegetation in 6-10 foot depth range, especially near spawning flats Secondary points with emerging vegetation in protected areas Shallow bays with warming water and early vegetation growth	Bobbers with slow-moving 2-inch plastics, keeping bait suspended in the strike zone Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) with light jigs around vegetation edges Finesse Hair Jigs worked slowly through staging areas	Small invertebrates becoming active in warming waters Emerging insect larvae near vegetation Small baitfish congregating in similar depth ranges	Light Neutral Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	42-52	Pre-spawn walleyes staging near spawning areas, becoming more active with warming water temperatures Feeding increases as fish prepare for spawning, with most activity during dawn and dusk periods Fish transitioning from winter deep water patterns to shallow spawning areas	Rock and gravel shorelines in 4-8 feet of water where spawning will occur Deep water access points near spawning areas in 15-20 feet Clean bottom areas adjacent to submerged vegetation in 8-12 feet	Blade Baits worked slowly along bottom transitions Live Bait Rigs with minnows near spawning areas Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) with steady retrieves	Small minnows gathering in pre-spawn areas Smelt moving shallow for their own spawn Young of year perch in shallow vegetation	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	45-58	Smallmouth bass are transitioning from winter deep water areas to pre-spawn staging locations, becoming more active as water temperatures rise Fish are following baitfish schools and beginning to key in on crawfish emerging from winter dormancy Aggressive feeding periods occur during stable weather, with fish actively hunting in preparation for spawning	Rocky points and transition areas adjacent to deeper wintering areas Hard-bottom flats in 8-15 feet of water near potential spawning areas Main lake structure (humps and ledges) in 15-20 foot range	Blade Baits worked with moderate lifts near bottom in 12-18 feet Tubes dragged and hopped along rocky transitions Hard Jerkbaits worked with long pauses over suspended fish	Emerging crawfish becoming active on rocky areas Suspended baitfish schools in transition areas Small perch relating to bottom structure	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	55-68	Bass moving into shallow warming bays and coves, seeking ideal spawning locations in protected areas with submerged vegetation Males preparing and guarding nests while females stage in slightly deeper adjacent areas Feeding activity increases during pre-spawn, becomes more territorial during actual spawn	Protected shallow bays with submerged vegetation in 2-6 feet of water Secondary points leading into spawning bays Shallow flats adjacent to deeper water with emergent vegetation	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around vegetation and spawning areas Wacky Rigs worked slowly in spawning areas Soft Jerkbaits for pre-spawn staging fish	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy Small bluegill in spawning areas Young of year baitfish in warming shallows	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	52-65	Bluegills moving into shallow protected areas (6-10 feet) for pre-spawn staging, becoming increasingly active with warming water Males beginning to scout and prepare spawning beds in firm-bottom areas near vegetation, showing aggressive territorial behavior Feeding patterns intensifying during daylight hours, especially during stable weather periods	Protected shallow bays with firm bottom in 6-10 foot depth range Emerging weed edges in 8-10 foot depths Secondary points leading into spawning bays	Bobbers with light jigs suspended 4-6 feet deep near emerging vegetation Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with micro presentations along weed edges Ice Fishing Jigs worked horizontally for aggressive pre-spawn fish	Small aquatic insects emerging with warming water Tiny minnows and fry Aquatic larvae and bloodworms	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	42-52	Walleye congregating in shallow rocky areas and tributaries for spawning, most active during low light conditions Post-spawn fish transitioning to nearby recovery areas, showing increased feeding activity	Rocky shorelines and points in 2-6 feet of water Tributary mouths and incoming creek channels Adjacent deeper breaks in 8-12 feet for post-spawn recovery	Jig and minnow combinations worked slowly along bottom Live Bait Rigs with leeches or minnows Blade Baits worked vertically near spawning areas	Small minnows gathering near spawning areas Emerging invertebrates in shallow rocky areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	55-65	Moving into shallow spawning areas (2-8 feet) to establish nesting sites on hard bottom areas, particularly active during warmer parts of the day Males becoming territorial and aggressive, defending nests against other fish and potential predators	Rocky or gravel flats in 2-8 feet of water, especially near deeper water access Protected areas near submerged vegetation that offer wind protection Secondary points leading into spawning bays	Tubes worked slowly along bottom in likely spawning areas Ned Rigs fished with subtle movements around nesting areas Soft Jerkbaits worked with long pauses to trigger reaction strikes from territorial fish	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy Small baitfish in pre-spawn patterns	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	62-72	Post-spawn bass are actively recovering and beginning to feed aggressively, transitioning from shallow spawning areas to nearby feeding zones Fish are primarily active during early morning and evening hours, moving between different depth ranges as water temperatures fluctuate throughout the day	Deeper weed edges adjacent to spawning flats (8-15 feet) Secondary points with submerged vegetation Transition areas between shallow and deep water with vegetation or structure	Texas Rigs (Worming) Swim Jigs Spinnerbaits Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)	Bluegill gathering in shallow weed areas Young of the year baitfish starting to emerge Crawfish becoming more active in warming waters	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	62-72	Post-spawn bluegills transitioning to summer patterns, actively feeding in slightly deeper water near weed edges and establishing territories Moving between shallow feeding areas and slightly deeper resting zones throughout the day, with peak activity during morning and evening hours	Weed edges in 8-12 feet of water, especially where vegetation transitions from thick to sparse Secondary points and flats adjacent to spawning areas in 6-10 feet Deeper pockets within weed beds where scattered vegetation provides ambush points	Hover/Mid-Strolling with light jigs around weed edges Bobbers with suspended baits just above weed tops Ice Fishing Jigs worked horizontally through gaps in vegetation	Small aquatic insects and larvae emerging in warming waters Tiny crustaceans and zooplankton in and around vegetation Small minnows gathering around weed edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	48-62	Post-spawn walleye are transitioning from shallow spawning areas to early summer locations, actively feeding to recover energy Fish are most active during lower light conditions due to moderate water clarity (3.9m Secchi), particularly dawn and dusk periods	Clean bottom areas adjacent to spawning sites in 12-18 feet of water Emerging weed edges and transition areas in 8-15 feet Rocky points and ledges in 4-12 feet during low light periods	Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along transitions Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) with steady retrieves Jigs worked methodically along bottom structure	Small minnows and juvenile perch Emerging insects and larvae Young of year baitfish	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	55-68	Transitioning from spawning areas to early summer patterns, actively feeding to recover energy Moving between shallow and mid-depth areas, following baitfish schools and utilizing rock-to-sand transitions	Rocky points and adjacent flats in 8-15 feet of water Submerged vegetation edges near hard bottom areas Clean bottom areas adjacent to spawning bays	Soft Jerkbaits Tubes Ned Rigs Spinnerbaits	Small baitfish schools Crayfish emerging from winter shelter Young of the year perch	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	68-82	Bass are actively feeding during early morning and evening, seeking cooler water during midday heat Fish are relating to deeper weed edges during peak sunlight, moving shallow to feed during low light conditions Utilizing the full water column (0-18 feet) based on time of day and temperature preferences	Deep weed edges in 12-15 feet of water, especially near points or depth changes Docks with access to deeper water, particularly those with shade Shallow weed flats early and late in the day	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around docks and vegetation Deep Diving Crankbaits (13'+) along deep weed edges Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) during low light periods Drop Shot for suspended fish near structure	Bluegill in and around vegetation Young of the year baitfish near weed edges Crawfish in deeper structure areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Natural Craw Colors
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	68-82	Bluegills establishing spawning colonies in 2-6 feet of water near vegetation edges, with post-spawn fish moving to adjacent deeper weed edges Feeding activity peaks early morning and evening, with fish suspending in vegetation during midday heat	Weed edges and pockets in 8-12 feet of water Shallow vegetation flats in 2-6 feet for spawning activity Deeper main lake structure near vegetation in 12-15 feet	Live Bait Rigs with small leeches or worms worked slowly through vegetation Bobbers with small plastics suspended at varying depths Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with micro jigs around weed edges	Aquatic insects and larvae Small crustaceans Zooplankton	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Summer	Walleye	68-74	Walleye are suspending 5-7 feet off bottom in 18-21 feet during summer, likely relating to thermocline location and comfortable temperature zones Fish are most active during low-light periods due to moderate water clarity (3.9m Secchi), moving shallower during dawn/dusk feeding periods	Deep water structure in 18-21 foot range near clean bottom areas Edges of submerged vegetation in 12-15 foot range Main lake points and ledges where deep water meets structure	Drop Shot with minnow-style soft plastics for suspended fish Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') along edges and breaks Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') when fish are actively feeding	Baitfish (likely smelt or shiners) suspended in the water column Young-of-year perch near weed edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	72-78	Actively feeding on suspended baitfish and bottom-oriented forage, suspending 5-7 feet off bottom in 18-21 foot depths with willingness to follow baits to bottom Concentrating on clean bottom areas of main lake structure, likely relating to the summer thermocline	Clean bottom areas on main lake humps in 18-21 feet of water Rock and gravel transition areas near deep structure Main lake points with access to deep water	Drop Shot with finesse baits suspended 5-7 feet off bottom Tubes worked along bottom structure Ned Rigs fished with slow presentations on clean bottom areas	Minnows and pelagic baitfish suspending in the water column Crawfish on clean bottom areas	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors

Fall Fishing Guide for Lake Hubert

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	55-68	Bass are transitioning to deeper water as temperatures cool, using docks as staging areas near deep-water access Actively feeding during daylight hours to build up reserves for winter, with increased activity around structure	Docks with quick access to deeper water Deep weed edges adjacent to main lake points Secondary points with remaining vegetation	Wacky Rigs worked slowly around dock posts and edges Drop Shot along deep weed edges and dock perimeters Shakey Heads worked along transition areas	Bluegill concentrating near dock areas Young of the year baitfish schooling in deeper water	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	48-62	Transitioning to deeper water as temperatures cool, with feeding activity concentrated during warmer afternoon periods Schooling behavior increases, with fish gathering in larger groups near deep weed edges and basin transitions	Deep weed edges at 12-15 feet where vegetation meets basin transitions Main lake points with access to both shallow and deep water Deeper holes near remaining green vegetation in 8-12 feet	Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') Drop Shot Ice Fishing Jigs	Small invertebrates and zooplankton in remaining vegetation Young-of-year baitfish schooling near deep weed edges Aquatic insects	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Fall	Walleye	52-66	Actively feeding during low-light periods, particularly after dark in shallow water (4-8 feet) near structural elements Moving between deeper daytime haunts and shallow feeding areas as temperatures cool, following typical fall transition patterns	Ledges adjacent to reed beds in 4-8 feet of water Deep structure adjacent to shallow feeding areas in 15-25 foot range Clean bottom areas near submerged vegetation	Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked slowly along ledges and breaks Live Bait Rigs during transitional periods Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') during daylight hours	Smelt and similar baitfish Young-of-year panfish	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	52-68	Moving from deep summer locations (18-21 feet) to shallower transition areas, following baitfish schools Actively feeding to build reserves for winter, with aggressive pursuit of prey in key ambush zones Relating strongly to hard-bottom areas near depth changes as water temperatures cool	Main lake points with rock/gravel transitions Clean bottom areas adjacent to deep water access Submerged vegetation edges near hard bottom structure	Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked along depth transitions Drop Shot with slow presentations on hard bottom areas Spinnerbaits worked through baitfish schools	Pelagic baitfish schools Crawfish on hard bottom areas Small perch near vegetation edges	Natural Shad Colors Natural Craw Colors Green Colors

Winter & Ice Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	34-40	Concentrated winter panfish moving diurnally in mid-depth basins, actively feeding during low-light periods Suspending in deeper water during bright conditions, making vertical movements in the water column based on light and temperature	Deep basin areas adjacent to submerged vegetation in 18-25 foot range Transition areas where deep weed edges meet basin areas Secondary drop-offs in 15-20 foot range with harder bottom composition	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Ice Fishing Jigs Ice Fishing Spoons	Small aquatic insects and larvae Zooplankton Tiny minnows	Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors Light Neutral Colors
Winter	Walleye	42-52	Late fall walleye transitioning to winter patterns, moving between deeper main lake areas and shallow feeding zones Most active during low-light periods, especially after dark in shallow water 4-8 feet deep Feeding becomes more opportunistic as water cools, with fish responding to concentrated baitfish schools	Clean bottom areas adjacent to deep water in 18-25 foot range Shallow rock and gravel flats in 4-8 foot range, especially during evening hours Main lake points and steep breaks where baitfish concentrate	Blade Baits worked vertically along deep breaks Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) slow rolled through suspended fish Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') with aggressive snap-pause cadence	Smelt schools concentrated in deeper water Small perch relating to bottom structure Various minnow species suspending off breaks	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Ice	Panfish / Bluegill	34-39	Bluegills form tight schools in deeper basins and transition areas, typically suspending slightly off bottom in 15-25 foot ranges Feeding activity becomes most pronounced during early morning and late afternoon periods, with less aggressive feeding during midday	Deep basins with moderate bottom transitions (20-25 feet) adjacent to weed edges Remaining green weed patches in 12-15 foot depths Transitions between hard bottom and soft bottom areas in 15-20 foot range	Ice Fishing Jigs worked with subtle movements 6-12 inches off bottom Ice Fishing Spoons jigged aggressively to attract fish, then slowed for strikes Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') near remaining vegetation during prime feeding periods	Small aquatic insects and larvae Tiny crustaceans and zooplankton Small minnows near remaining vegetation	Purple Colors Light Neutral Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Ice	Walleye	33-39	Walleye concentrate in predictable winter locations, suspending near bottom during prime feeding periods and becoming more active during low-light conditions Fish tend to school more tightly in winter, moving between primary and secondary break lines based on forage location	Main lake points and breaks in 18-25 foot range Clean bottom flats adjacent to deeper water in 12-16 foot range Transition areas between vegetation and clean bottom in 8-12 foot range	Ice Fishing Spoons worked with aggressive jigging followed by longer pauses Ice Fishing Jigs tipped with minnows for finesse presentation Ice Fishing Tip-Ups set at varying depths to locate active fish	Suspended baitfish schools (smelt and shiners) Small perch near bottom Juvenile panfish in vegetation edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors

Key Seasonal Structures in Lake Hubert

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Submerged vegetation adjacent to spawning flats, particularly in 5-12 foot depth range	Secondary points with vegetation near deeper water access
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Submerged vegetation in 6-10 foot depth range, especially near spawning flats	Secondary points with emerging vegetation in protected areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Rock and gravel shorelines in 4-8 feet of water where spawning will occur	Deep water access points near spawning areas in 15-20 feet
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and transition areas adjacent to deeper wintering areas	Hard-bottom flats in 8-15 feet of water near potential spawning areas
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Protected shallow bays with submerged vegetation in 2-6 feet of water	Secondary points leading into spawning bays
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Protected shallow bays with firm bottom in 6-10 foot depth range	Emerging weed edges in 8-10 foot depths
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Rocky shorelines and points in 2-6 feet of water	Tributary mouths and incoming creek channels
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky or gravel flats in 2-8 feet of water, especially near deeper water access	Protected areas near submerged vegetation that offer wind protection
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Deeper weed edges adjacent to spawning flats (8-15 feet)	Secondary points with submerged vegetation
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Weed edges in 8-12 feet of water, especially where vegetation transitions from thick to sparse	Secondary points and flats adjacent to spawning areas in 6-10 feet
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Clean bottom areas adjacent to spawning sites in 12-18 feet of water	Emerging weed edges and transition areas in 8-15 feet
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and adjacent flats in 8-15 feet of water	Submerged vegetation edges near hard bottom areas
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Deep weed edges in 12-15 feet of water, especially near points or depth changes	Docks with access to deeper water, particularly those with shade
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Weed edges and pockets in 8-12 feet of water	Shallow vegetation flats in 2-6 feet for spawning activity
Summer	Walleye	Deep water structure in 18-21 foot range near clean bottom areas	Edges of submerged vegetation in 12-15 foot range
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Clean bottom areas on main lake humps in 18-21 feet of water	Rock and gravel transition areas near deep structure
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Docks with quick access to deeper water	Deep weed edges adjacent to main lake points
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Deep weed edges at 12-15 feet where vegetation meets basin transitions	Main lake points with access to both shallow and deep water
Fall	Walleye	Ledges adjacent to reed beds in 4-8 feet of water	Deep structure adjacent to shallow feeding areas in 15-25 foot range
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Main lake points with rock/gravel transitions	Clean bottom areas adjacent to deep water access
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Deep basin areas adjacent to submerged vegetation in 18-25 foot range	Transition areas where deep weed edges meet basin areas
Winter	Walleye	Clean bottom areas adjacent to deep water in 18-25 foot range	Shallow rock and gravel flats in 4-8 foot range, especially during evening hours
Ice	Panfish / Bluegill	Deep basins with moderate bottom transitions (20-25 feet) adjacent to weed edges	Remaining green weed patches in 12-15 foot depths
Ice	Walleye	Main lake points and breaks in 18-25 foot range	Clean bottom flats adjacent to deeper water in 12-16 foot range

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill beginning to become more active in vegetation	Young of year baitfish from previous season
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Small invertebrates becoming active in warming waters	Emerging insect larvae near vegetation
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Small minnows gathering in pre-spawn areas	Smelt moving shallow for their own spawn
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Emerging crawfish becoming active on rocky areas	Suspended baitfish schools in transition areas
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy	Small bluegill in spawning areas
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Small aquatic insects emerging with warming water	Tiny minnows and fry
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Small minnows gathering near spawning areas	Emerging invertebrates in shallow rocky areas
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy	Small baitfish in pre-spawn patterns
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill gathering in shallow weed areas	Young of the year baitfish starting to emerge
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Small aquatic insects and larvae emerging in warming waters	Tiny crustaceans and zooplankton in and around vegetation
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Small minnows and juvenile perch	Emerging insects and larvae
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Small baitfish schools	Crayfish emerging from winter shelter
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill in and around vegetation	Young of the year baitfish near weed edges
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Aquatic insects and larvae	Small crustaceans
Summer	Walleye	Baitfish (likely smelt or shiners) suspended in the water column	Young-of-year perch near weed edges
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Minnows and pelagic baitfish suspending in the water column	Crawfish on clean bottom areas
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill concentrating near dock areas	Young of the year baitfish schooling in deeper water
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Small invertebrates and zooplankton in remaining vegetation	Young-of-year baitfish schooling near deep weed edges
Fall	Walleye	Smelt and similar baitfish	Young-of-year panfish
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Pelagic baitfish schools	Crawfish on hard bottom areas
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Small aquatic insects and larvae	Zooplankton
Winter	Walleye	Smelt schools concentrated in deeper water	Small perch relating to bottom structure
Ice	Panfish / Bluegill	Small aquatic insects and larvae	Tiny crustaceans and zooplankton
Ice	Walleye	Suspended baitfish schools (smelt and shiners)	Small perch near bottom

Bait Colors by Season for Lake Hubert

Season	Species	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Metallic Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Light Neutral Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Natural Craw Colors
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Summer	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Purple Colors
Fall	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Shad Colors Natural Craw Colors Green Colors
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors Light Neutral Colors
Winter	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Ice	Panfish / Bluegill	Purple Colors Light Neutral Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Ice	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors