How to Fish Spruce Run Reservoir: Best Patterns & Techniques

Spruce Run Reservoir

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

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Spruce Run Reservoir

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	48-58	Bass are actively moving into shallow bays and staging areas as water temperatures reach 50°F, preparing for the spawn Fish are becoming more aggressive in their feeding patterns as they prepare for spawning, particularly around areas with incoming fresh water	Protected shallow bays with laydowns, especially those receiving fresh water Secondary points leading into spawning bays Rock/riprap areas in 8-10 foot depth range adjacent to spawning flats	Spinnerbaits worked around laydowns and through bays Lipless Crankbaits parallel to secondary points Bladed Jigs around shallow cover	Bluegill moving shallow Perch in transitional areas Blueback herring schooling in pre-spawn areas	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	48-58	Smallmouth bass are transitioning from winter deep water patterns to pre-spawn staging areas, actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawning Fish are following a daily movement pattern from deeper staging areas to shallower feeding zones as water temperatures warm throughout the day	Rocky points and transition areas adjacent to spawning flats Dam rip rap areas with good sun exposure Deep to shallow transition areas near coves	Blade Baits worked slowly along depth transitions Tubes dragged and hopped on rocky structure Hard Jerkbaits with longer pauses in shallow feeding zones	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy Small perch in transitional areas Alewife moving shallow with warming trends	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Trout	48-55	Trout are highly active in the water column, transitioning from winter deep-water patterns to shallower feeding zones with optimal 50°F spring temperatures Fish are moving along shoreline structures and points, actively feeding on baitfish schools as they prepare for increased metabolic demands	Rock piles and rip rap areas in 7-10 ft depth range where baitfish concentrate Points and irregular shoreline features intersecting with deeper water Transition zones between shallow feeding areas and deeper sanctuary areas	Inline Spinners worked parallel to shoreline structure Hard Jerkbaits with longer pauses to imitate struggling baitfish Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) retrieved steadily through the water column	Blueback Herring schools moving into shallower water Alewife schools following temperature breaks Crayfish becoming more active in rocky areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Metallic Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Striped Bass	50-62	Staging in pre-spawn areas, actively feeding to build energy reserves for spawning. Fish are becoming more aggressive as water temperatures rise. Moving from winter holding areas to shallower transitional areas, following baitfish schools of blueback herring	Main lake points with rocky structure, particularly those leading into spawning coves Secondary points and rock piles in 8-15 foot depth range Dam area transitions where deep water meets structure	Trolling Shallow (0-9') along points and structure edges Hard Jerkbaits worked with longer pauses Umbrella Rigs to mimic schooling baitfish Vertical Jigging Shallow (0-9') when fish are spotted on electronics	Blueback Herring schooling in transitional areas Shad moving to warmer, shallower water	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	50-68	Bass actively moving into protected bays and coves when water temperatures reach 50°F, seeking spawning areas with firm bottom composition Males preparing and guarding nests in 2-6 foot depths, particularly near cover like bushes and laydowns Females staging in slightly deeper water (6-10 feet) near spawning flats, making feeding forays during pre-spawn	Protected bays and coves with firm bottom composition Areas with mixed cover of grass and laydowns near spawning flats Secondary points leading into spawning bays	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around visible cover in spawning areas Wacky Rigs worked slowly through spawning flats Soft Jerkbaits for targeting pre-spawn fish on transition areas	Bluegill gathering in shallow spawning areas Perch in slightly deeper water near spawning flats Blueback herring schooling in pre-spawn staging areas	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	55-65	Actively seeking shallow spawning areas near rock and gravel, especially around points and coves Males guarding nests during spawn while females stage in slightly deeper water Feeding opportunities increase during pre-spawn with aggressive strikes during warming trends	Rocky points and rip-rap areas with gravel beds in 2-6 feet of water Protected coves with pea gravel bottoms Secondary points adjacent to deeper water	Tubes worked slowly around spawning areas Ned Rigs on staging areas near spawning flats Soft Jerkbaits for aggressive pre-spawn fish	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy Small perch in shallow areas Juvenile blueback herring	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Trout	48-55	Trout are actively feeding and moving into shallower waters (7-10 ft) during spring spawn, taking advantage of optimal 50°F water temperatures Fish are aggressively pursuing forage fish like blueback herring and alewife near rocky structure and points	Rocky points and rip rap areas in 7-10 ft depth range Shallow coves with complex structure Transitional areas between shallow spawning zones and deeper water	Inline Spinners worked parallel to shoreline structure Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) mimicking herring and alewife Hard Jerkbaits with erratic retrieve patterns	Blueback Herring Alewife Crayfish near rocky structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Striped Bass	52-65	Striped bass are transitioning from winter patterns to spawning behavior, actively seeking tributary areas and moving into shallower water Fish become more aggressive as water temperatures rise, forming pre-spawn feeding groups that actively chase baitfish schools Males arrive first at spawning areas, followed by larger females, creating opportunities for both schooling action and trophy fish	Rocky points and adjacent flats near potential spawning areas Main lake points leading into major coves or creek arms Shallow rock piles in 5-15 feet of water near deeper water access	Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) Hard Jerkbaits Umbrella Rigs Trolling Shallow (0-9')	Blueback Herring staging for spawn Shad schools in pre-spawn patterns Small Yellow Perch in shallow areas	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	65-78	Post-spawn bass are actively feeding to recover energy, primarily targeting perch and bluegill in the 7-10 ft depth range Fish showing a preference for slower presentations during warm periods, but will react to skipped baits under cover during feeding windows	Rock piles with adjacent grass in 8-10 foot depth range Points with access to deeper water, especially those holding baitfish Bushes and laydowns near deeper water	Ned Rigs worked slowly along rock and grass transitions Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) skipped under cover during active periods Shakey Heads worked methodically in the 7-10 foot range	Perch - primary forage based on recent reports and success with perch-colored baits Bluegill - particularly around cover and vegetation edges	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	62-72	Post-spawn smallmouth bass are actively recovering and feeding aggressively, moving from deeper spawning areas to transition zones with abundant forage Fish are establishing summer patterns, often making daily movements between shallow feeding areas in morning/evening and deeper structure during mid-day	Rocky points and rip-rap areas near the dam where crawfish are abundant Secondary points with mixed rock and weed cover adjacent to deeper water Transition areas between spawning flats and summer deep-water haunts	Drop Shot with small profile baits worked slowly along rock transitions Tubes dragged and hopped along rocky structure Ned Rigs worked methodically on points and transitions Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) for actively feeding fish	Crawfish emerging and active on rocky structure Young-of-year perch beginning to school near weed edges Alewife and blueback herring becoming more active in warming waters	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Trout	48-55	Trout are actively feeding in the post-spawn period, taking advantage of optimal 50°F water temperatures to replenish energy Fish are transitioning between shallow and mid-depth zones, following baitfish schools and utilizing structure for ambush points	Rock piles and rip rap areas in 7-10 ft depth range where baitfish congregate Points and irregular shoreline features that intersect with feeding zones Transitional areas between shallow coves and deeper water	Inline Spinners worked parallel to structure to imitate fleeing baitfish Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) for matching blueback herring and alewife Hard Jerkbaits with erratic retrieves to trigger reaction strikes	Blueback Herring and Alewife schools Crayfish emerging near rocky structure Smaller baitfish utilizing shallow warming waters	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Striped Bass	58-68	Actively feeding and recovering from spawn, following baitfish schools in preparation for summer patterns Moving between shallow and mid-depth zones, particularly active during morning and evening hours Schooling behavior becoming more pronounced as they target blueback herring	Main lake points with rocky structure, especially those adjacent to deeper water Dam area in 8-10 foot depth range Secondary points in major coves where baitfish gather	Soft Body Swimbaits (Large) worked along depth transitions Trolling Shallow (0-9') parallel to points and dam area Hard Jerkbaits worked with aggressive retrieve	Blueback Herring schooling in the upper water column Various shad species gathering near points Young-of-year baitfish beginning to emerge	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Bold Striped Patterns

Summer Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	72-85	Bass are establishing summer patterns, holding on main lake structure and relating to deeper water during peak daylight hours Feeding activity is concentrated during early morning and evening, with fish moving between deep structure and shallow feeding zones	Rock piles and riprap areas in 8-10 foot depth range Main lake points with access to deeper water Dam area with rock structure	Texas Rigs (Worming) - effective for working through rock structure Wacky Rigs - proven successful in recent reports Trolling Shallow (0-9') - successful pattern noted with herring imitations	Blueback Herring - primary forage mentioned in reports Bluegill - common in the mixed habitat areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	72-82	Early morning activity on shallow rock structure (dam rip rap), moving to deeper water as temperatures rise during midday Active feeding periods during dawn/dusk, with opportunistic strikes on topwater in shaded areas throughout day Daily movement patterns from deep to shallow water, seeking thermal refuge in deeper zones during peak heat	Dam rip rap areas, particularly during early morning hours Deep rock structure adjacent to shallow feeding areas Shaded areas with stumps and woody cover for midday feeding	Hard Topwater (Popping) during low light and shaded areas Drop Shot along deep rock edges during midday heat Frogs/Toads around cover and shade	Alewife in open water areas Crawfish around rock structure Perch around stumps and woody cover	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Trout	58-68	Fish are seeking thermal refuge in deeper, cooler water near the dam and deeper basins due to warm surface temperatures of 80°F Feeding activity concentrated during early morning and evening hours when temperatures are more favorable Suspending near schools of blueback herring and alewife in open water areas	Deep water areas near dam structure providing thermal refuge Rock piles and rip rap in 7-10 ft range during low light periods Deep basins adjacent to points where baitfish schools concentrate	Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') along edges of baitfish schools Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) near dam structure Spoons worked through suspended bait schools	Blueback Herring Alewife Crayfish near rocky structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Natural Craw Colors
Summer	Striped Bass	72-82	Actively schooling and feeding on blueback herring near the surface and in shallow zones, especially during early morning and evening hours Utilizing dam structure as ambush points, with fish moving between shallow and deeper water based on light conditions and bait movement	Dam area, particularly in the 0-9 foot zone where baitfish are schooling Rocky points and irregular shoreline features that provide ambush opportunities Surface areas where herring are schooling, especially during low light periods	Trolling Shallow (0-9') Hard Topwater (Walking) Umbrella Rigs	Blueback Herring Shad	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors

Fall Fishing Guide for Spruce Run Reservoir

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	52-68	Bass are actively following baitfish schools, particularly blueback herring and perch, as they migrate to deeper water Fish are establishing feeding patterns around main lake points and rock structures, becoming more aggressive as water temperatures cool	Main lake points with rock structure in 8-10 foot depth range Rocky areas near dam with access to deeper water Grass edges adjacent to deeper water	Medium Diving Crankbaits (7'-12') worked parallel to points and rocky banks Spinnerbaits around grass edges during cloudy conditions or early/late day Shakey Heads worked slowly along rock piles and riprap	Blueback Herring schooling in open water near points Yellow Perch relating to rock and grass edges Bluegill in remaining vegetation	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	52-68	Aggressive feeding behavior as fish bulk up for winter, following baitfish schools and relating to primary structure Moving between deep and shallow water throughout the day, with most active periods during low-light conditions	Main lake points with rock structure transitioning to deeper water Dam riprap areas, especially where it meets deeper water Secondary points in major creek arms where baitfish schools gather	Spinnerbaits worked along rocky banks and points during cloudy conditions or early/late day Drop Shot with finesse presentations for suspended fish near structure Tubes dragged along rocky bottom structure	Alewife and Blueback Herring schooling in creek arms and along points Crawfish still active on rocky structure Yellow Perch relating to deeper weed edges	Natural Shad Colors Natural Craw Colors Metallic Colors
Fall	Trout	52-65	Trout becoming more active in cooling water temperatures, following baitfish schools (blueback herring and alewife) as they move into shallower water Aggressive feeding patterns to build energy reserves for winter, particularly during low-light periods Moving between deep thermal refuge areas and shallower feeding zones as water temperatures moderate	Rocky points and rip rap areas in 7-15 foot depth range where baitfish congregate Deep-to-shallow transition areas near the dam structure Coves and irregular shoreline features where baitfish schools get corralled	Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') along contour breaks and points Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') when fish are spotted on electronics Hard Jerkbaits worked with longer pauses in shallower water	Blueback Herring schooling in open water Alewife concentrating near structure Crayfish near rocky structure	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Natural Craw Colors
Fall	Striped Bass	58-72	Striped bass aggressively pursuing schooling blueback herring in mid-depth zones, often relating to main lake points and rocky structure Fish transitioning between summer and winter patterns, following baitfish schools and becoming more active in cooling waters	Main lake points with access to deeper water Rocky structures and rock piles in 8-15 foot depth range Dam area, especially during morning and evening feeding periods	Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') Umbrella Rigs Soft Body Swimbaits (Large)	Blueback Herring Shad	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Bold Striped Patterns

Winter & Ice Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Winter	Largemouth Bass	38-48	Fish are concentrated in deeper main lake areas near rock piles and points, typically suspended near structure in the 8-10 foot range Feeding activity is reduced but occurs during warming trends, with fish showing preference for slower-moving presentations	Deep rock piles and riprap areas near the dam Main lake points with access to deeper water Protected coves with deeper water access	Ned Rigs worked slowly along bottom structure Blade Baits worked with controlled lifts near suspended fish Football Jigs dragged slowly across rocky structure	Blueback Herring schooling in deeper water Yellow Perch relating to rocky structure Smaller Bluegill in protected areas	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	38-45	Smallmouth bass are holding tight to deep rock structure, particularly around dam areas, with very subtle feeding activity focused on crawfish Fish are conserving energy with slower movements and require finesse presentations with light bites indicating selective feeding patterns	Rock dams and adjacent rip rap transitions to deeper water Deep rock structure near main lake points Protected rocky coves with access to deep water	Football Jigs worked slowly along bottom with subtle movements Drop Shot with small profile baits near vertical structure Blade Baits worked slowly through deep structure	Crawfish seeking shelter in rock structure Small baitfish relating to deep structure	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Green Colors
Winter	Trout	38-45	Trout are actively feeding in open water, following schools of blueback herring and alewife near the thermocline Fish are concentrating in areas with good oxygen content and moderate current, particularly near structure and depth changes	Deep basins near the dam structure where baitfish schools concentrate Rock piles and rip rap in 7-10 foot range that provide ambush points Points and coves that create current breaks and feeding zones	Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') Trolling Mid Depth (10-19') Spoons Inline Spinners	Blueback Herring Alewife Small Baitfish	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Winter	Striped Bass	42-52	Striped bass are schooling in deeper water near the dam and major structural elements, following baitfish schools Fish are less active but will feed opportunistically during stable weather periods, especially during low-light conditions	Deep water areas near the dam where baitfish schools concentrate Deep rocky points that transition into the main lake basin Channel bends and deep structural elements that provide current breaks	Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) Blade Baits Trolling Deep (20'+)	Blueback Herring concentrating in deep water schools Shad species gathering in large winter schools	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors

Key Seasonal Structures in Spruce Run Reservoir

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Protected shallow bays with laydowns, especially those receiving fresh water	Secondary points leading into spawning bays
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and transition areas adjacent to spawning flats	Dam rip rap areas with good sun exposure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Trout	Rock piles and rip rap areas in 7-10 ft depth range where baitfish concentrate	Points and irregular shoreline features intersecting with deeper water
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Striped Bass	Main lake points with rocky structure, particularly those leading into spawning coves	Secondary points and rock piles in 8-15 foot depth range
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Protected bays and coves with firm bottom composition	Areas with mixed cover of grass and laydowns near spawning flats
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and rip-rap areas with gravel beds in 2-6 feet of water	Protected coves with pea gravel bottoms
Spring (Spawn)	Trout	Rocky points and rip rap areas in 7-10 ft depth range	Shallow coves with complex structure
Spring (Spawn)	Striped Bass	Rocky points and adjacent flats near potential spawning areas	Main lake points leading into major coves or creek arms
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Rock piles with adjacent grass in 8-10 foot depth range	Points with access to deeper water, especially those holding baitfish
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Rocky points and rip-rap areas near the dam where crawfish are abundant	Secondary points with mixed rock and weed cover adjacent to deeper water
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Trout	Rock piles and rip rap areas in 7-10 ft depth range where baitfish congregate	Points and irregular shoreline features that intersect with feeding zones
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Striped Bass	Main lake points with rocky structure, especially those adjacent to deeper water	Dam area in 8-10 foot depth range
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Rock piles and riprap areas in 8-10 foot depth range	Main lake points with access to deeper water
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Dam rip rap areas, particularly during early morning hours	Deep rock structure adjacent to shallow feeding areas
Summer	Trout	Deep water areas near dam structure providing thermal refuge	Rock piles and rip rap in 7-10 ft range during low light periods
Summer	Striped Bass	Dam area, particularly in the 0-9 foot zone where baitfish are schooling	Rocky points and irregular shoreline features that provide ambush opportunities
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Main lake points with rock structure in 8-10 foot depth range	Rocky areas near dam with access to deeper water
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Main lake points with rock structure transitioning to deeper water	Dam riprap areas, especially where it meets deeper water
Fall	Trout	Rocky points and rip rap areas in 7-15 foot depth range where baitfish congregate	Deep-to-shallow transition areas near the dam structure
Fall	Striped Bass	Main lake points with access to deeper water	Rocky structures and rock piles in 8-15 foot depth range
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Deep rock piles and riprap areas near the dam	Main lake points with access to deeper water
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	Rock dams and adjacent rip rap transitions to deeper water	Deep rock structure near main lake points
Winter	Trout	Deep basins near the dam structure where baitfish schools concentrate	Rock piles and rip rap in 7-10 foot range that provide ambush points
Winter	Striped Bass	Deep water areas near the dam where baitfish schools concentrate	Deep rocky points that transition into the main lake basin

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill moving shallow	Perch in transitional areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy	Small perch in transitional areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Trout	Blueback Herring schools moving into shallower water	Alewife schools following temperature breaks
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Striped Bass	Blueback Herring schooling in transitional areas	Shad moving to warmer, shallower water
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Bluegill gathering in shallow spawning areas	Perch in slightly deeper water near spawning flats
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Crawfish emerging from winter dormancy	Small perch in shallow areas
Spring (Spawn)	Trout	Blueback Herring	Alewife
Spring (Spawn)	Striped Bass	Blueback Herring staging for spawn	Shad schools in pre-spawn patterns
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Perch - primary forage based on recent reports and success with perch-colored baits	Bluegill - particularly around cover and vegetation edges
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Crawfish emerging and active on rocky structure	Young-of-year perch beginning to school near weed edges
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Trout	Blueback Herring and Alewife schools	Crayfish emerging near rocky structure
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Striped Bass	Blueback Herring schooling in the upper water column	Various shad species gathering near points
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Blueback Herring - primary forage mentioned in reports	Bluegill - common in the mixed habitat areas
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Alewife in open water areas	Crawfish around rock structure
Summer	Trout	Blueback Herring	Alewife
Summer	Striped Bass	Blueback Herring	Shad
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Blueback Herring schooling in open water near points	Yellow Perch relating to rock and grass edges
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Alewife and Blueback Herring schooling in creek arms and along points	Crawfish still active on rocky structure
Fall	Trout	Blueback Herring schooling in open water	Alewife concentrating near structure
Fall	Striped Bass	Blueback Herring	Shad
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Blueback Herring schooling in deeper water	Yellow Perch relating to rocky structure
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	Crawfish seeking shelter in rock structure	Small baitfish relating to deep structure
Winter	Trout	Blueback Herring	Alewife
Winter	Striped Bass	Blueback Herring concentrating in deep water schools	Shad species gathering in large winter schools

Bait Colors by Season for Spruce Run Reservoir

Season	Species	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Trout	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Metallic Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Striped Bass	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Baitfish Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Trout	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Striped Bass	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Green Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Trout	Natural Baitfish Colors Light Neutral Colors Natural Craw Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Striped Bass	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals
Summer	Trout	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Natural Craw Colors
Summer	Striped Bass	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Natural Shad Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Shad Colors Natural Craw Colors Metallic Colors
Fall	Trout	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Natural Craw Colors
Fall	Striped Bass	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Bold Striped Patterns
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Natural Baitfish Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Winter	Smallmouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Dark Neutrals Green Colors
Winter	Trout	Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors Light Neutral Colors
Winter	Striped Bass	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors Metallic Colors