How to Fish Lake Pulaski: Best Patterns & Techniques

Lake Pulaski

Published: Nov 1, 2018Updated: May 12, 2025

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Lake Pulaski

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	48-62	Pre-spawn bass moving from deeper wintering areas to shallower staging areas, actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawning Fish become more aggressive as water temperatures rise, with feeding activity increasing during warming trends	Secondary points and channel swings near spawning flats, focusing on 8-15 foot depth range Deep weed edges transitioning to shallow flats, particularly in 12-20 foot range Dock areas adjacent to deeper water, providing staging structure	Lipless Crankbaits worked along transition areas from deep to shallow Bladed Jigs around emerging vegetation and dock areas Soft Jerkbaits worked slowly in staging areas Football Jigs dragged along deeper structure	Bluegill concentrating in emerging vegetation Smaller baitfish moving shallow with warming trends	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	38-48	Pre-spawn walleyes staging near shallow spawning areas, making gradual movements from winter depths to shallow staging areas Most active during dawn and dusk due to moderate water clarity (2.3m Secchi), with feeding increasing as water temperatures rise	Hard-bottom transitions near spawning areas in 8-15 feet Deep weed edges in 15-20 feet serving as migration routes Points and humps adjacent to spawning flats in 12-18 feet	Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') Live Bait Rigs Blade Baits	Perch concentrating near transition areas Small minnows gathering in pre-spawn areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	38-52	Staging in pre-spawn areas near shallow spawning bays, actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawning Moving from winter deep water locations to transitional structures, following warming trends Becoming increasingly aggressive as water temperatures rise, with peak feeding activity during stable weather	Points and structure adjacent to shallow spawning bays in 8-15 feet Deep weed edges in 15-20 feet serving as transition routes Western shoreline structure in 10-15 feet where winter concentrations were reported	Spinnerbaits worked slowly along transition routes and structure edges Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieves parallel to structure Hard Jerkbaits with longer pauses in cooler periods	Perch congregating near structure and weed edges Bluegill moving shallow as water warms Winter-stressed baitfish in transitional areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	48-58	Crappies transitioning from deeper winter locations to shallower pre-spawn staging areas, becoming more active with warming temperatures Fish grouping up near emergence of early vegetation and staging areas adjacent to eventual spawning locations	Deep weed edges transitioning to shallower flats (15-20 foot range) Points and inside turns where deep weeds meet emerging shallow vegetation Suspended schools near deep weed edges waiting for optimal spawning conditions	Crappie Spider Rigging Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling)	Young-of-year perch from previous season Small bluegills Emerging aquatic insects	Dark Neutrals Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	55-68	Pre-spawn fish staging on secondary points and transitional areas, moving into spawning flats as temperatures rise Males actively preparing and guarding nests in protected shallow areas, while females move between deep and shallow water Increased aggression and territorial behavior around spawning areas, particularly from male bass	Protected shallow bays with firm bottom and sparse vegetation for spawning Secondary points adjacent to spawning flats Shallow dock areas providing cover and warmth	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around shallow cover and bedding areas Soft Jerkbaits for covering water and targeting pre-spawn fish Wacky Rigs for precise presentations to visible beds	Bluegill concentrating in shallow spawning areas Small baitfish moving into warming shallows	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	42-52	Fish transitioning from winter deep water areas to shallow spawning locations, staging in pre-spawn areas near spawning flats Most active during dawn and dusk due to moderate water clarity, with peak activity during nighttime hours Aggressive feeding behavior in preparation for spawn, particularly responsive to slow-moving presentations	Hard bottom transitions near spawning flats in 8-15 feet Rocky points and shallow humps adjacent to deeper water Deep weed edges in 15-20 feet serving as staging areas	Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along transition areas Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with slow, subtle movements Blade Baits worked through staging areas	Perch concentrating in similar spawning areas Shallow running baitfish schools Bottom-dwelling minnow species	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	38-52	Northern Pike moving into shallow bays and backwater areas with emerging vegetation for spawning Post-spawn fish transitioning to nearby feeding areas, especially around points and weed edges	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation in 2-6 feet of water Points and structure adjacent to spawning areas in 8-15 feet Weed edges near deeper water access	Spinnerbaits worked slowly through shallow vegetation Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieve Live Bait Rigs with large minnows near structure	Perch congregating in shallow spawning areas Bluegills moving shallow with warming water	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	58-65	Moving into shallow bays and protected areas for spawning, typically in 2-6 foot depths with preferences for harder bottom near vegetation Males arrive first to prepare nests, followed by females, with both becoming increasingly aggressive as water temperatures approach optimal spawning range	Protected shallow bays with harder bottom and sparse vegetation Transition areas between shallow flats and deeper water Areas near deeper weed edges that provide quick access to spawning zones	Crappie Sniping (Casting/Single Poling) Bobbers Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)	Small bluegills Young-of-year perch Small minnows gathering in spawning areas	Dark Neutrals Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	58-72	Post-spawn largemouth are actively feeding to recover energy, relating strongly to submerged vegetation and transitioning from shallow spawning areas to deeper feeding zones Fish are establishing predictable daily feeding patterns, with increased activity during morning and evening periods	Deep weed edges in 15-20 foot range where vegetation meets deeper water Submerged vegetation patches in 8-12 foot range Secondary points with vegetation coverage	Texas Rigs (Worming) worked slowly through vegetation Shakey Heads along weed edges Wacky Rigs for pressured fish in clearer zones	Bluegill in and around vegetation Young of year perch beginning to emerge	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	48-58	Post-spawn walleye recovering in transitional areas between spawning grounds and summer locations, actively feeding to regain strength Most active during dawn/dusk periods due to moderate water clarity (2.3m Secchi), with fish moving shallower during low light	Hard bottom transitions near deep weed edges (15-20 feet) Points and humps adjacent to spawning areas (8-15 feet) Deep weed edges providing cover for baitfish (20+ feet)	Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along transitions Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') during low light periods Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) for active fish	Yellow Perch concentrated near weed edges Minnows schooling in transitional areas Young-of-year baitfish beginning to emerge	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	52-65	Post-spawn pike are actively feeding to recover energy, primarily targeting panfish in shallower areas and weed edges Fish are transitioning from spawning areas to early summer patterns, becoming more structure-oriented	Weed edges in 8-15 feet of water near points and structure Shallow bays with emerging weed growth adjacent to deeper water Main lake points with access to both shallow and deep water	Spinnerbaits worked parallel to weed edges Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) with steady retrieve near structure Inline Spinners in shallow feeding areas	Perch gathering in newly emerging weed growth Bluegills moving into warming shallow areas Young-of-year baitfish beginning to appear	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	62-72	Post-spawn crappies transitioning from shallow spawning areas to early summer patterns, actively feeding to recover energy Fish staging along deep weed edges, suspending near structure in 12-20 foot range as water warms	Outer weed edges where vegetation meets deeper water, especially on points Suspended areas near deep weed edges in 12-20 foot range Transition areas between spawning flats and summer deep weed habitat	Crappie Spider Rigging Drop Shot Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling)	Young-of-year perch Small bluegills Emerging insects and larvae	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors

Summer Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	68-80	Fish are showing a two-phase pattern - actively feeding in shallow zones (6-10ft) around docks and weed edges early/late, then moving to deeper weed edges (20-25ft) during bright conditions Actively feeding on bluegill schools, particularly around weed edges and points, with consistent feeding activity throughout the water column	Deep weed edges in 20-22 feet of water, especially where they intersect with hard bottom transitions Protected areas between docks in shallow water (6-10 feet) Weed points extending from shallow to deep water, particularly those with bluegill activity	Grass Jigs worked along deep weed edges and points (showing most consistent big fish success) Texas Rigs (Worming) in shallow dock zones with senko-style baits Drop Shot or Ned Rig worked along deep weed edges (20+ feet) for numbers of fish	Bluegill (primary forage, consistently mentioned in reports) Young of year perch (secondary forage based on successful perch-pattern baits)	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Walleye	65-78	During summer, walleye in this lake will exhibit classic thermocline-related patterns, typically suspending near the deep weed edges during daylight and moving shallower to feed during low light periods Fish will be most active during dawn, dusk, and nighttime hours due to the moderate water clarity (2.3m Secchi), moving between deep structure and feeding zones	Deep weed edges at 20+ feet, especially where they intersect with hard bottom transitions Deep structural elements like humps and points in 25-30 foot range Deeper flats adjacent to structural elements where fish stage during daytime hours	Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along deep weed edges and structure transitions Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') during low light periods near structure Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') along weed edges and structural elements	Perch relating to deep weed edges Minnows schooling near structural elements Young-of-year baitfish beginning to school in deeper water	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Northern Pike	68-78	Large pike are suspending deeper during summer, holding near bottom structure in 20+ feet likely seeking thermal refuge while maintaining access to forage Fish are actively feeding along deep weed edges and around main lake structure, using these areas as ambush points for hunting perch	Deep humps and structure in 20+ feet of water Deep weed edges extending to 20+ foot depths Main lake points with access to deep water	Deep Diving Crankbaits (13'+) Trolling Deep (20'+) Soft Body Swimbaits (Large)	Perch Bluegill	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Summer	Crappie	72-78	Crappies are suspending along deep weed edges in 12-20 foot range, actively feeding during morning periods Fish are showing strong association with submerged vegetation edges, likely relating to both cover and forage availability	Deep weed edges where vegetation extends to 20+ feet Weed points intersecting with deeper water Suspended zones above submerged vegetation in 12-20 foot range	Drop Shot with small plastics for suspended fish Crappie Long Lining (Pulling/Trolling) along weed edges Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') when fish are tightly schooled	Young-of-year perch Small bluegills Small baitfish schools	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors

Fall Fishing Guide for Lake Pulaski

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	55-68	Bass are actively following bluegill schools and transitioning to deeper water (15-20ft), particularly around deep weed edges and points Fish are showing a preference for slower presentations in deeper water, while still opportunistically chasing bait in mid-depths	Deep weed points and edges in 15-20 foot range Ledges adjacent to weedy areas Deeper structure near shallow feeding flats	Texas Rigs (Worming) with slower presentations on deep weed edges Medium Diving Crankbaits (7'-12') worked along ledges Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) with jig worms in deeper zones	Bluegill concentrating near deep weed edges Baitfish schools moving along deeper structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Walleye	48-58	Post-turnover walleyes are actively feeding on baitfish schools in deep water between 32-48 feet, showing aggressive response to vertical presentations Fish are holding tight to bottom structure rather than suspending, concentrated on deep humps and hard-bottom transitions	Deep humps in 25-30 foot range with nearby access to 40+ foot water Boulder areas and hard-bottom transitions in 32-48 foot range Deep weed edges where they transition to hard bottom (20+ feet)	Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) with aggressive ripping presentation Live Bait Rigs with fathead minnows in 25-30 foot range Blade Baits worked vertically along deep structure edges	Minnows schooling in deep water Perch relating to deep structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Northern Pike	48-62	Pike are actively feeding to build energy reserves for winter, following baitfish schools and utilizing ambush points near deep weed edges Fish are transitioning between summer deep water patterns and winter shallow areas, making daily movements between depths based on temperature and light conditions	Deep weed edges at 15-20 feet adjacent to points or structure Main lake points with access to both shallow and deep water Underwater humps with remaining weed growth	Spinnerbaits worked along deep weed edges Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) presented at varying depths Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') parallel to structure	Perch schooling near deep weed edges Bluegill congregating in remaining vegetation Baitfish schools suspended over deeper structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Crappie	52-65	Crappies are transitioning from weed-oriented patterns to open water, following baitfish schools in deeper water Fish are likely to school more tightly in fall, suspending near primary forage	Deep weed edges where points intersect with deeper water (18-25 feet) Open water basin areas adjacent to deep weed edges Deep water structure relating to baitfish schools	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Drop Shot Crappie Spider Rigging	Young-of-year perch Small bluegills	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors

Winter & Ice Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Winter	Walleye	38-45	Walleye are actively feeding during late-day and early evening periods, relating tightly to deeper structural elements Fish are schooling near bottom in 25-35 foot depths, responding aggressively to vertical presentations	Deep humps and structural elements in 25-30 foot range Hard-bottom transitions near deep weed edges Points and breaks leading to deep basin areas	Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) Live Bait Rigs Blade Baits	Perch concentrating near deep structure Schooling minnows in deep water columns	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Winter	Northern Pike	48-58	During late fall/early winter, pike become more active in preparation for winter, focusing on high-calorie forage like perch near structure Fish are transitioning to deeper winter holding areas but still actively feeding in mid-depth zones near structure	Points and underwater structure in 10-15 foot depth range, especially on the west side of the lake Deep weed edges extending to 20+ feet, particularly where they intersect with structure Main lake points with access to both shallow and deep water	Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked slowly along structure edges Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') near primary structure Spoons worked with aggressive jigging action to trigger reaction strikes	Perch congregating near structure Bluegill holding in remaining weed edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Crappie	39-45	Crappies are suspending near primary basin areas adjacent to deep weed edges, likely schooling in predictable locations Feeding activity tends to be most aggressive during early morning and late afternoon periods	Deep basin areas adjacent to last remaining green weeds in 18-25 foot range Sharp breaks and points extending from summer weed edges into deeper water Suspended schools over main lake basins in 25-35 foot range	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Ice Fishing Jigs Drop Shot	Young-of-year perch schooling in deep water Small bluegills relating to remaining deep weed edges	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors
Ice	Walleye	34-39	Walleye concentrate on deep structural elements (25-30 feet) during ice season, especially during daylight hours Most active during dawn and dusk periods, with a strong transition bite during these low-light windows Fish maintain tight contact with bottom structure rather than suspending, requiring precise presentation	Deep humps in 25-30 foot range with access to even deeper water Transitions from deep weeds (20+ feet) to hard bottom areas Basin edges where depths transition from 32-48 feet	Ice Fishing Jigs worked slowly with live bait Ice Fishing Spoons with aggressive jigging followed by pauses Ice Fishing Tip-Ups set along depth transitions	Perch concentrating near deep structure Minnows schooling along basin edges Small panfish relating to deep weed edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Pink Colors
Ice	Northern Pike	34-40	Pike are concentrating in shallower zones (10-15 feet) near structure, particularly on the west side of the lake, showing typical winter behavior of seeking warmer, more oxygenated water Fish are actively feeding but with reduced movement range, focusing on ambush points near structure rather than roaming	West side structure in 10-15 foot depth range Points with nearby underwater structure Deep weed edges that remain viable through winter	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Ice Fishing Tip-Ups Ice Fishing Spoons	Minnows Perch Bluegill	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Ice	Crappie	34-39	Suspending in deep basins near the deep weed edges that served as primary summer/fall habitat Schooling tightly in large winter groups, typically holding within 1-3 feet of bottom during stable conditions Most active during dawn and dusk periods, with a secondary bite window during stable midday conditions	Deep basin areas adjacent to summer/fall weed edges in 20-25 foot range Transition areas where deep weeds meet the basin Deeper flats in 15-20 foot range where schools of baitfish concentrate	Ice Fishing Jigs worked with subtle movements 6-12 inches off bottom Ice Fishing Spoons with aggressive action to call fish in, then worked more subtly Damiki Rig for suspended fish once schools are located	Small Bluegills in 1-2 inch range Young-of-year Perch Zooplankton during low-light periods	Dark Neutrals Purple Colors Pink Colors

Key Seasonal Structures in Lake Pulaski

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Secondary points and channel swings near spawning flats, focusing on 8-15 foot depth range	Deep weed edges transitioning to shallow flats, particularly in 12-20 foot range
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Hard-bottom transitions near spawning areas in 8-15 feet	Deep weed edges in 15-20 feet serving as migration routes
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Points and structure adjacent to shallow spawning bays in 8-15 feet	Deep weed edges in 15-20 feet serving as transition routes
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Deep weed edges transitioning to shallower flats (15-20 foot range)	Points and inside turns where deep weeds meet emerging shallow vegetation
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Protected shallow bays with firm bottom and sparse vegetation for spawning	Secondary points adjacent to spawning flats
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Hard bottom transitions near spawning flats in 8-15 feet	Rocky points and shallow humps adjacent to deeper water
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	Shallow bays with emerging vegetation in 2-6 feet of water	Points and structure adjacent to spawning areas in 8-15 feet
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Protected shallow bays with harder bottom and sparse vegetation	Transition areas between shallow flats and deeper water
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Deep weed edges in 15-20 foot range where vegetation meets deeper water	Submerged vegetation patches in 8-12 foot range
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Hard bottom transitions near deep weed edges (15-20 feet)	Points and humps adjacent to spawning areas (8-15 feet)
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Weed edges in 8-15 feet of water near points and structure	Shallow bays with emerging weed growth adjacent to deeper water
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Outer weed edges where vegetation meets deeper water, especially on points	Suspended areas near deep weed edges in 12-20 foot range
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Deep weed edges in 20-22 feet of water, especially where they intersect with hard bottom transitions	Protected areas between docks in shallow water (6-10 feet)
Summer	Walleye	Deep weed edges at 20+ feet, especially where they intersect with hard bottom transitions	Deep structural elements like humps and points in 25-30 foot range
Summer	Northern Pike	Deep humps and structure in 20+ feet of water	Deep weed edges extending to 20+ foot depths
Summer	Crappie	Deep weed edges where vegetation extends to 20+ feet	Weed points intersecting with deeper water
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Deep weed points and edges in 15-20 foot range	Ledges adjacent to weedy areas
Fall	Walleye	Deep humps in 25-30 foot range with nearby access to 40+ foot water	Boulder areas and hard-bottom transitions in 32-48 foot range
Fall	Northern Pike	Deep weed edges at 15-20 feet adjacent to points or structure	Main lake points with access to both shallow and deep water
Fall	Crappie	Deep weed edges where points intersect with deeper water (18-25 feet)	Open water basin areas adjacent to deep weed edges
Winter	Walleye	Deep humps and structural elements in 25-30 foot range	Hard-bottom transitions near deep weed edges
Winter	Northern Pike	Points and underwater structure in 10-15 foot depth range, especially on the west side of the lake	Deep weed edges extending to 20+ feet, particularly where they intersect with structure
Winter	Crappie	Deep basin areas adjacent to last remaining green weeds in 18-25 foot range	Sharp breaks and points extending from summer weed edges into deeper water
Ice	Walleye	Deep humps in 25-30 foot range with access to even deeper water	Transitions from deep weeds (20+ feet) to hard bottom areas
Ice	Northern Pike	West side structure in 10-15 foot depth range	Points with nearby underwater structure
Ice	Crappie	Deep basin areas adjacent to summer/fall weed edges in 20-25 foot range	Transition areas where deep weeds meet the basin

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill concentrating in emerging vegetation	Smaller baitfish moving shallow with warming trends
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Perch concentrating near transition areas	Small minnows gathering in pre-spawn areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Perch congregating near structure and weed edges	Bluegill moving shallow as water warms
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Young-of-year perch from previous season	Small bluegills
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill concentrating in shallow spawning areas	Small baitfish moving into warming shallows
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Perch concentrating in similar spawning areas	Shallow running baitfish schools
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	Perch congregating in shallow spawning areas	Bluegills moving shallow with warming water
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Small bluegills	Young-of-year perch
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill in and around vegetation	Young of year perch beginning to emerge
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Yellow Perch concentrated near weed edges	Minnows schooling in transitional areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Perch gathering in newly emerging weed growth	Bluegills moving into warming shallow areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Young-of-year perch	Small bluegills
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill (primary forage, consistently mentioned in reports)	Young of year perch (secondary forage based on successful perch-pattern baits)
Summer	Walleye	Perch relating to deep weed edges	Minnows schooling near structural elements
Summer	Northern Pike	Perch	Bluegill
Summer	Crappie	Young-of-year perch	Small bluegills
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill concentrating near deep weed edges	Baitfish schools moving along deeper structure
Fall	Walleye	Minnows schooling in deep water	Perch relating to deep structure
Fall	Northern Pike	Perch schooling near deep weed edges	Bluegill congregating in remaining vegetation
Fall	Crappie	Young-of-year perch	Small bluegills
Winter	Walleye	Perch concentrating near deep structure	Schooling minnows in deep water columns
Winter	Northern Pike	Perch congregating near structure	Bluegill holding in remaining weed edges
Winter	Crappie	Young-of-year perch schooling in deep water	Small bluegills relating to remaining deep weed edges
Ice	Walleye	Perch concentrating near deep structure	Minnows schooling along basin edges
Ice	Northern Pike	Minnows	Perch
Ice	Crappie	Small Bluegills in 1-2 inch range	Young-of-year Perch

Bait Colors by Season for Lake Pulaski

Season	Species	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Crappie	Dark Neutrals Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Walleye	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Crappie	Dark Neutrals Pink Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Chartreuse Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Crappie	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Summer	Crappie	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Crappie	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Winter	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Winter	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals
Winter	Crappie	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Purple Colors
Ice	Walleye	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Pink Colors
Ice	Northern Pike	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors
Ice	Crappie	Dark Neutrals Purple Colors Pink Colors