New Melones Lake
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Top Techniques Reported for Spotted Bass + Spring
- Ned Rigs6
- Wacky Rigs3
- Spinnerbaits2
- Bladed Jigs1
- Deep Diving Crankbaits (13'+)1
Spotted Bass17 Reports
Largemouth Bass7 Reports
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Species
Spotted Bass
Season
Spring (Post-Spawn)
Technique
Spinnerbaits
Structure
Submerged Vegetation
Water Temperature
66°
Species
Largemouth Bass
Season
Spring (Post-Spawn)
Technique
Spinnerbaits
Structure
Brush Piles
Forage
Shad
Water Temperature
68°
With weather fluctuation along with rising water the last several days causing top water and reaction bite to be inconsistent. Went underneath with worms and a weighted wacky rig. Caught 25-30 fish before noon.
Species
Spotted Bass
Season
Spring (Post-Spawn)
Technique
Ned Rigs
Structure
Boulders
Forage
Crawfish
Water Temperature
70°
Cast to the boulders close to shore.
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