Well, hey there, y’all! Let’s talk a bit ’bout catchin’ them bass after they done had their babies, you know, that post spawn bass fishin’. It ain’t always easy, but I’m gonna tell ya what I know.
First off, them fish, they kinda like to hang out in the same spots they was before they started all that nestin’ business. You gotta figure out where that is. Think about it, they ain’t gonna go too far, right? They tired and hungry, just like us after a long day.
Now, some folks say fishin’ off them pointy parts of the lake is good, and it is, but lemme tell ya somethin’ – them bass ain’t always right on top. They like to sneak around the sides of them points, and maybe a little ways out, you know, in deeper water. So, don’t just cast right on top. Throw that line all over the place, different ways, deep and shallow. You gotta cover the whole darn area, you hear?
- Try castin’ across them points a whole bunch of times before you give up and move on.
- And remember, different angles are important. Don’t just throw it the same way every time.
- You gotta get that bait down deep sometimes too, so don’t be scared to let it sink a bit.
When them bass was busy makin’ babies, they’d bite on all sorts of stuff. You could use them jerkbaits, them floatin’ lizard things, them soft plastic stickbaits, spinnerbaits, them crankbaits that run shallow, and even them crankbaits without the lip. But now, see, they ain’t so fussy, but they also ain’t so easy to fool. They are back to their old habits, so you can use the same lures you used before the spawnin’ started. They back to bein’ their sneaky selves.
But let me tell you what really works good, those soft plastic baits. Them bass, they just love ’em. Soft plastic baits are highly effective this time of year. And them jigs-and-pigs, they work too, but not as good as the soft stuff. The trick is to get that bait right up close to where them bass are hidin’. They like to snuggle up tight to stuff under the water, you know, like logs and weeds. So, you gotta get that bait in there, right in their face. Don’t be scared to get snagged, that means you are in the right area! Sometimes you even catch a big ol’ catfish doin’ that, which is always a nice bonus.
And if you find some bass that didn’t spawn, well, that’s easy pickin’s. Them spinnerbaits and them squarebill crankbaits, they work like a charm. Them fish ain’t as smart as the ones that already spawned, so they easier to catch. It’s like the difference between a young’n and an old timer, you know?
Now, listen up, ’cause this is important. Out there on the water, things can change faster than a blink of an eye. One minute it’s sunny and calm, the next it’s windy and rainin’. You gotta be ready for anything. You gotta pay attention to what’s goin’ on around ya. If the wind changes, or the water gets cloudy, you gotta change your strategy. It’s crucial to remember that conditions can change in the blink of an eye. Maybe you need to change your bait, or maybe you need to move to a different spot. You gotta be flexible, like a willow branch in the wind, ya know?
So, there you have it, some plain and simple tips for catchin’ them post spawn bass. Remember, find where they was before, cast all over the place, use them soft plastic baits, and be ready for anything. And most importantly, have fun! Fishin’ ain’t just about catchin’ fish, it’s about bein’ out in nature, enjoyin’ the peace and quiet, and maybe havin’ a cold drink or two. Now get out there and catch some fish, ya hear?
And one more thing, If you ain’t catchin’ nothin’, don’t get discouraged. Sometimes them bass just ain’t bitin’. It happens to the best of us. Just keep tryin’, and eventually, you’ll get one. And when you do, it’ll be worth it. There ain’t nothin’ like the feel of a big bass pullin’ on your line, ya know? Makes all the hard work worthwhile. So, keep at it, and good luck out there!
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