How to Fish Leaser Lake: Best Patterns & Techniques

Leaser Lake

Published: Nov 1, 2018Updated: May 17, 2025

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Leaser Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	43-55	Bass transitioning from winter depths to pre-spawn staging areas, becoming more active as water temperatures rise above 40°F Fish relating heavily to remaining submerged vegetation in 15-25 foot range, showing increased feeding activity during warming trends	Deep grass edges in 15-25 foot range with access to spawning flats Brush piles adjacent to primary points and creek channels Protected coves with submerged vegetation	Grass Jigs worked slowly through deeper vegetation Bladed Jigs around grass edges and transition areas Spinnerbaits near brush piles during active periods	Crawfish emerging from winter locations Baitfish schools in deeper water near structure	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	52-65	Bluegills transitioning from deeper winter areas to shallower pre-spawn staging areas, actively feeding as water warms Fish becoming more aggressive and congregating near emerging vegetation and brush piles in 5-15 foot depths	Shallow brush piles adjacent to spawning flats in 5-15 foot depths Emerging weed edges near deeper winter holdover areas Protected coves with warming water temperatures	Live Bait Rigs with small jigs suspended under bobbers Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') with tungsten jigs Finesse Hair Jigs worked slowly around cover	Small aquatic insects and larvae emerging with warming water Small crustaceans in and around brush piles Zooplankton in emerging weed growth	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Trout	43-58	Pre-spawn trout actively feeding and moving to shallower, warmer areas (15-25 feet) as water temperatures rise Fish staging near structure adjacent to deeper water, allowing quick transitions between temperature zones Increased feeding activity during dawn and dusk, targeting small panfish and other forage near brush piles	Points and breaks adjacent to deeper water in 15-25 foot range Brush piles near depth transitions Deep weed edges where vegetation meets structure	Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked slowly along depth transitions Live Bait Rigs near brush piles Inline Spinners in areas where panfish are active	Bluegill Perch Small baitfish around vegetation	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	45-58	Beginning transition from winter deep water haunts to pre-spawn staging areas, actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawning Displaying increased aggression and feeding activity as water temperatures rise, particularly during afternoon warming periods	Rocky points and transition areas adjacent to deep water in 15-25 foot range Standing timber edges where they intersect with depth changes Steep shoreline areas with complex structure, especially those receiving afternoon sun	Blade Baits worked with slow, vertical presentations along depth transitions Tubes dragged slowly along bottom structure Hard Jerkbaits with extended pauses in warmer afternoon periods	Yellow Perch congregating in pre-spawn areas Small panfish schools in deeper water Early season crayfish becoming more active in rocky areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	55-65	Bass are moving into shallow staging areas and spawning zones, actively feeding prior to spawn. Recent reports show aggressive strikes on moving baits, particularly around brush piles Fish are relating heavily to cover and structure in pre-spawn areas, with reports showing activity around brush piles and likely near emerging vegetation	Brush piles in shallow water (confirmed by recent fishing reports) Protected coves with emerging vegetation (indicated by lake profile showing complex shoreline) Secondary points leading into spawning bays (suggested by shoreline development index)	Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') - confirmed effective by recent reports Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) - effective around brush piles and emerging vegetation Spinnerbaits - good for covering water in pre-spawn conditions	Bluegill - primary forage confirmed by recent fishing reports Crawfish - becoming active in spring conditions	Natural Baitfish Colors Vibrant Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	65-75	Bluegill moving into shallow protected areas and coves to establish spawning beds Males becoming territorial and aggressive while guarding nests Feeding actively on insects and small invertebrates in and around vegetation	Protected shallow coves with firm bottom for spawning Edges of grass beds in 2-6 foot depths Areas near brush piles adjacent to spawning flats	Bobbers with small finesse jigs worked slowly around beds Live Bait Rigs with worms or crickets near vegetation Micro Crankbaits worked parallel to weed edges	Aquatic insects and larvae Small crustaceans Tiny baitfish fry	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Trout	43-58	Trout becoming more active in shallower water (8-15 feet) as spring temperatures warm, particularly focused on spawning activities and increased feeding Fish staging near drop-offs and utilizing grass edges as transition zones between spawning areas and deeper water refuge	Grass edges and weed transitions in 15-20 foot depths where they meet drop-offs Brush piles in 12-18 foot depths providing cover near spawning areas Complex shoreline points and coves with access to deeper water	Live Bait Rigs worked slowly along grass edges and transition zones Inline Spinners retrieved steadily through the upper water column near structure Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked methodically around brush piles	Small Bluegill concentrated near brush piles and grass edges Juvenile Perch schooling in 12-20 foot depths	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Green Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	55-65	Smallmouth bass are moving into shallow spawning areas (2-8 feet) and staging on nearby structure. Males are establishing and guarding nests, while females move between spawning flats and slightly deeper water Fish are becoming increasingly aggressive as water temperatures rise, actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawning	Hard-bottom areas near shoreline with gravel or small rocks in 2-8 foot depths, especially in protected coves Transition areas between spawning flats and deeper water, particularly near standing timber or brush piles Secondary points and grass edges adjacent to spawning flats	Tubes worked slowly along bottom in spawning areas and transition zones Ned Rigs with subtle presentations for pressured or neutral fish Soft Jerkbaits worked with erratic retrieves for aggressive pre-spawn fish	Perch moving into similar shallow areas Small bluegills near vegetation edges Various small baitfish relating to emerging vegetation	Natural Craw Colors Green Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	65-75	Post-spawn bass are actively feeding to recover energy, transitioning between shallow spawning areas and early summer patterns Fish are utilizing grass edges in 15-25 foot range and relating to standing timber as they move between depths	Grass edges and points in 15-25 foot range where vegetation meets deeper water Standing timber areas adjacent to spawning flats Brush piles near deeper water access	Texas Rigs (Worming) worked slowly through grass edges Spinnerbaits around standing timber Shakey Heads near brush piles Swim Jigs through scattered grass	Bluegill gathering in shallow to mid-depth areas Crawfish active in grass and timber areas Shad schools beginning to form in mid-depth zones	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	65-75	Bluegill actively establishing shallow feeding patterns post-spawn, targeting insects and small invertebrates around vegetation and brush Fish transitioning between deeper brush piles and shallow feeding areas throughout the day, with most active periods during morning and evening	Grass edges and weed lines in 4-8 foot depths Shallow brush piles near shoreline points Deeper brush piles in 12-15 foot range for midday retreat	Bobbers with small finesse jigs worked slowly around vegetation Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') around brush piles and weed edges Live Bait Rigs with wax worms or small leeches	Aquatic insects and larvae Small invertebrates Zooplankton	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Trout	43-58	Trout are actively feeding following spawn, transitioning between shallow and mid-depth areas as temperatures fluctuate throughout the day Fish are targeting panfish and utilizing brush piles and grass edges as ambush points	Deep grass edges in 15-20 foot range where vegetation meets clean bottom Brush piles in 15-25 foot depths, especially those near points or depth changes Complex shoreline areas with nearby access to deeper water	Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked slowly along grass edges and near brush Hard Jerkbaits with long pauses targeting suspended fish Live Bait Rigs near structure when fish are less active	Small Bluegill in and around vegetation Perch schools near brush piles and along grass edges Small baitfish relating to structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	52-65	Post-spawn smallmouth bass are actively feeding to recover energy, primarily targeting perch and other baitfish in transition areas Fish are moving from shallow spawning areas to early summer habitat, holding on points and structure adjacent to spawning flats Most active during early morning and evening hours, utilizing cover near deep water access	Points and rock piles adjacent to spawning flats in 8-15 foot range Standing timber edges in 12-20 foot depth Grass edges where vegetation meets harder bottom	Drop Shot with finesse presentations around deeper structure Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked along transition areas Tubes worked through rocky areas and timber	Perch transitioning along with the smallmouth Bluegill beginning to spawn in shallower areas Various small baitfish species	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Natural Craw Colors

Summer Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	70-78	Bass are actively feeding around grass edges and timber, with a tendency to hold tight to cover during daylight hours Fish showing a preference for both shallow grass and deeper structure, suggesting a split pattern typical of summer	Matted grass in 15-25 foot range with adjacent edges Standing timber areas, particularly those near grass edges Shoreline vegetation in shallow water	Drop Shot along grass edges in 15-25 foot range Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) for punching thick grass Finesse Jigs worked around timber Wacky Rigs near shore-based vegetation	Shad Bluegill Minnows	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	68-82	Bluegill actively feeding in and around vegetation and brush piles, with most aggressive activity during morning and evening periods Fish establishing spawning colonies in protected shallow areas during early summer, then transitioning to deeper structure as summer progresses	Weed edges and grass mats in 4-12 foot depths Brush piles near deeper water access Protected coves with stable spawning substrate	Bobbers with light jigs worked slowly through vegetation Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') around brush piles Live Bait Rigs with small hooks and split shots	Aquatic insects and larvae Small crustaceans Zooplankton	Dark Neutrals Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Summer	Trout	58-65	During summer, trout will seek thermal refuge in deeper, cooler water (20-25 ft) during peak daylight hours, moving shallower during early morning and evening to feed Fish actively relating to deep vegetation edges and brush piles, using these structures as ambush points for feeding on panfish	Deep weed edges in 15-20 foot range where grass meets cooler water Brush piles positioned near depth changes in 20-25 foot range Points and breaks with access to deep water refuge	Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') along weed edges early and late in day Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) during midday heat Drop Shot near brush piles and structure	Small Bluegill and juvenile perch near weed edges Smaller panfish suspended near brush piles	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Light Neutral Colors
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	68-78	Active feeding during early morning and evening, seeking thermal refuge in deeper water during midday when temperatures peak Relating heavily to structure (standing timber, brush piles) as ambush points, especially near grass edges Opportunistic feeding on multiple forage types, with increased activity during lowlight periods	Deep weed edges in 15-20 foot range adjacent to standing timber Brush piles near drop-offs in 15-25 foot depth Complex points with mixed vegetation and woody structure	Drop Shot worked along deep weed edges and near brush piles Tubes pitched to visible structure and dragged through transitions Hard Jerkbaits worked aggressively during lowlight periods	Yellow Perch concentrating near structure Bluegills relating to weed edges Shad schools in open water near structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Natural Craw Colors

Fall Fishing Guide for Leaser Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	55-68	Actively feeding on baitfish in preparation for winter, with increased activity around lily pads and other shallow vegetation Fish are transitioning between summer and winter patterns, following baitfish schools and utilizing various depth ranges throughout the day	Lily pads and emergent vegetation in shallow areas Deep water access points near vegetation Standing timber areas adjacent to deeper water	Hard Jerkbaits worked with longer pauses Spinnerbaits around vegetation edges Soft Jerkbaits worked slowly near cover	Shad moving in schools Bluegill remaining near vegetation Minnows in shallow areas	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	52-65	Bluegill are transitioning to deeper brush piles and woody structure as water cools, feeding actively to build energy reserves for winter Fish are schooling more tightly and showing preference for areas near deep water access Feeding periods are more concentrated during warmer afternoon hours	Deep brush piles in 15-25 foot range Edges of dying vegetation near drops Points with woody cover adjacent to deep water	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Drop Shot Live Bait Rigs	Small invertebrates near remaining vegetation Zooplankton in open water columns Small insects and larvae around brush piles	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Fall	Trout	48-62	Trout becoming more active in the cooling water temperatures, moving up in the water column to feed more aggressively Following schools of panfish (perch and bluegill) around structure, particularly near deep grass edges and brush piles	Deep grass edges in 15-20 foot range where vegetation meets deeper water Brush piles near points in 15-25 foot depths Complex shoreline areas with access to both shallow and deep water	Inline Spinners worked through the upper water column near structure Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') along grass edges and points Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) worked near brush piles	Perch Bluegill Small baitfish relating to grass edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Purple Colors
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	48-65	Actively feeding on perch in preparation for winter, with increased activity during stable weather periods Moving between deep structure and shallower feeding zones, following baitfish schools Becoming more structure-oriented, utilizing ambush points near deep-water access	Standing timber and brush piles in 15-25 foot range with access to deeper water Deep weed edges extending to 20+ feet Points and irregular shoreline features near deep water access	Hard Jerkbaits worked with longer pauses, matching the slower metabolism of baitfish Drop Shot with finesse presentations along deep structure Blade Baits worked vertically through suspended fish	Perch - primary forage based on recent catches Shad - seasonal baitfish schools Bluegill - around vegetation edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors Natural Shad Colors

Winter & Ice Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Winter	Largemouth Bass	43-52	Bass are concentrating in deeper water areas, particularly around standing timber and brush piles in the 15-35 foot range Feeding periods are shorter but more predictable, with fish showing preference for slower-moving presentations	Deep brush piles and standing timber in 20-35 foot range Steep breaks near points with access to deep water Deep creek channel bends with structure	Blade Baits worked vertically through suspended fish Drop Shot with subtle movements near structure Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) around timber and brush Shakey Heads worked slowly along deep structure	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water Deep-holding bluegill near brush piles Crawfish in deeper rock and timber areas	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	34-39	Panfish are schooling in deep water (30-35 feet) around brush piles and channel areas Fish are actively feeding but concentrated in specific areas, requiring precise vertical presentations	Deep brush piles in 30-35 foot depth range Deep creek/river channels with structure Suspended schools in open water near structure	Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) with tungsten jigs Ice Fishing Jigs with soft plastics or live bait Drop Shot with small soft plastics	Small insects and larvae Small minnows and fry Aquatic invertebrates	Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Winter	Trout	43-52	Trout are actively feeding on schools of panfish in the 15-25 foot depth range, using brush piles and deep grass edges as ambush points Fish are holding in areas with good oxygen content and showing preference for structured areas that provide both cover and access to forage	Brush piles in 15-25 foot depths adjacent to deep grass edges Points and breaks near deep water that provide access to multiple depth ranges Areas where deep vegetation meets structure, creating ambush points	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Live Bait Rigs Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)	Bluegill Perch Small baitfish utilizing deep vegetation	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Purple Colors
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	38-45	Smallmouth bass are schooling in deeper water, typically 15-25 feet, near structure and following perch schools Fish are less active but will feed opportunistically during stable weather patterns, particularly during midday warming periods	Deep timber and brush piles in 15-25 foot range Steep breaks near deep vegetation edges Deep rocky points adjacent to winter staging areas	Blade Baits worked vertically with slow lifts and drops Drop Shot with subtle movements near structure Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) focusing on suspended fish	Yellow Perch schooling in deep water Suspended panfish near deep structure Shad in deeper water columns	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Dark Neutrals

Key Seasonal Structures in Leaser Lake

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Deep grass edges in 15-25 foot range with access to spawning flats	Brush piles adjacent to primary points and creek channels
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Shallow brush piles adjacent to spawning flats in 5-15 foot depths	Emerging weed edges near deeper winter holdover areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Trout	Points and breaks adjacent to deeper water in 15-25 foot range	Brush piles near depth transitions
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and transition areas adjacent to deep water in 15-25 foot range	Standing timber edges where they intersect with depth changes
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Brush piles in shallow water (confirmed by recent fishing reports)	Protected coves with emerging vegetation (indicated by lake profile showing complex shoreline)
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Protected shallow coves with firm bottom for spawning	Edges of grass beds in 2-6 foot depths
Spring (Spawn)	Trout	Grass edges and weed transitions in 15-20 foot depths where they meet drop-offs	Brush piles in 12-18 foot depths providing cover near spawning areas
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Hard-bottom areas near shoreline with gravel or small rocks in 2-8 foot depths, especially in protected coves	Transition areas between spawning flats and deeper water, particularly near standing timber or brush piles
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Grass edges and points in 15-25 foot range where vegetation meets deeper water	Standing timber areas adjacent to spawning flats
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Grass edges and weed lines in 4-8 foot depths	Shallow brush piles near shoreline points
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Trout	Deep grass edges in 15-20 foot range where vegetation meets clean bottom	Brush piles in 15-25 foot depths, especially those near points or depth changes
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Points and rock piles adjacent to spawning flats in 8-15 foot range	Standing timber edges in 12-20 foot depth
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Matted grass in 15-25 foot range with adjacent edges	Standing timber areas, particularly those near grass edges
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Weed edges and grass mats in 4-12 foot depths	Brush piles near deeper water access
Summer	Trout	Deep weed edges in 15-20 foot range where grass meets cooler water	Brush piles positioned near depth changes in 20-25 foot range
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Deep weed edges in 15-20 foot range adjacent to standing timber	Brush piles near drop-offs in 15-25 foot depth
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Lily pads and emergent vegetation in shallow areas	Deep water access points near vegetation
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Deep brush piles in 15-25 foot range	Edges of dying vegetation near drops
Fall	Trout	Deep grass edges in 15-20 foot range where vegetation meets deeper water	Brush piles near points in 15-25 foot depths
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Standing timber and brush piles in 15-25 foot range with access to deeper water	Deep weed edges extending to 20+ feet
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Deep brush piles and standing timber in 20-35 foot range	Steep breaks near points with access to deep water
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Deep brush piles in 30-35 foot depth range	Deep creek/river channels with structure
Winter	Trout	Brush piles in 15-25 foot depths adjacent to deep grass edges	Points and breaks near deep water that provide access to multiple depth ranges
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	Deep timber and brush piles in 15-25 foot range	Steep breaks near deep vegetation edges

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Crawfish emerging from winter locations	Baitfish schools in deeper water near structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Small aquatic insects and larvae emerging with warming water	Small crustaceans in and around brush piles
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Trout	Bluegill	Perch
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Yellow Perch congregating in pre-spawn areas	Small panfish schools in deeper water
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill - primary forage confirmed by recent fishing reports	Crawfish - becoming active in spring conditions
Spring (Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Aquatic insects and larvae	Small crustaceans
Spring (Spawn)	Trout	Small Bluegill concentrated near brush piles and grass edges	Juvenile Perch schooling in 12-20 foot depths
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Perch moving into similar shallow areas	Small bluegills near vegetation edges
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill gathering in shallow to mid-depth areas	Crawfish active in grass and timber areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Panfish / Bluegill	Aquatic insects and larvae	Small invertebrates
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Trout	Small Bluegill in and around vegetation	Perch schools near brush piles and along grass edges
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Perch transitioning along with the smallmouth	Bluegill beginning to spawn in shallower areas
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Shad	Bluegill
Summer	Panfish / Bluegill	Aquatic insects and larvae	Small crustaceans
Summer	Trout	Small Bluegill and juvenile perch near weed edges	Smaller panfish suspended near brush piles
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Yellow Perch concentrating near structure	Bluegills relating to weed edges
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Shad moving in schools	Bluegill remaining near vegetation
Fall	Panfish / Bluegill	Small invertebrates near remaining vegetation	Zooplankton in open water columns
Fall	Trout	Perch	Bluegill
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Perch - primary forage based on recent catches	Shad - seasonal baitfish schools
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water	Deep-holding bluegill near brush piles
Winter	Panfish / Bluegill	Small insects and larvae	Small minnows and fry
Winter	Trout	Bluegill	Perch
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	Yellow Perch schooling in deep water	Suspended panfish near deep structure

Bait Colors by Season for Leaser Lake

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