~ FISHING REPORT ~
Updated 6/5/2024
Broken Bow Lake is at normal pool elevation with the water temps in the upper 70’s to low 80 degree range.
As we come out of a really busy and productive spring and transition to summer fishing, here are a few tips and techniques to try when the weather and temps heat up.
Largemouth and Spotted bass: Shad is the key in summer time success. Although the window of opportunity may only be a few hours each day, shad is the primary food source for these two species of bass. As the temps warm, the surfacing or schooling activity can be very productive. Main lake points, mouths of creek channels, and main river channel swings are good areas to begin looking. Of course, top water baits, swim baits and any other type of shad imitation baits should be productive and provide strikes. Depths can vary from daily shallow water out to deep water. Watch for the disruption on the surface and get to it quick!
White (sand) bass:
Again, shad is the key here. These hard fighting fish really bunch up in the hot months to feed. Having good electronics is a must when searching for these schools. They move around a lot so it can be hit and miss. Don’t be surprised if you catch a bonus walleye or two mixed in with the whites as they feed on the same food source. Depths can range from 30 ft to as deep as 60-70 ft with them being suspended off bottom at times. Good baits to try vertical jigging spoons, shad imitation baits rigged on jig heads and small swim baits are all good choices.
Crappie: Typical summer pattern, find brush piles or standing timber using minnows or jigs. Depths 20-40 ft. Again, good electronics is the key in finding brush and timber. Forward facing sonar will also help speed up process of eliminating water because not all brush piles will hold fish and also will help when scanning the standing timber.
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GOOD FISHING!
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