6 Hour Southern Wisconsin Ice Fishing
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
6-hour guided ice fishing targeting perch, bluegill, pike, and walleyeHeated shacks and all equipment provided on Southern Wisconsin lakesDecember through February season accommodates up to 4 anglers
When winter locks up Southern Wisconsin's prime fisheries, that's when Captain James Cooper gets most excited about what lies beneath the ice. This top-rated 6-hour ice fishing adventure runs December through February and puts you right on the hard water where perch, bluegill, northern pike, and walleye are feeding actively in the cold months. You'll fish heated shacks on proven spots across Lake Geneva, Delavan Lake, Lake Como, or whichever fishery is producing the best action based on current conditions. Perfect for families wanting to try something new or seasoned anglers looking to extend their fishing season, this trip starts early at 6 AM and gives you the full winter fishing experience without the guesswork.
Captain James picks your fishing location based on ice thickness, recent fish activity, and weather patterns, so you're always hitting the most productive water. The heated shacks keep you comfortable while you work the holes, and all your bait, tackle, and electronics are provided. You'll be fishing in a relaxed setting where beginners get plenty of coaching on reading electronics and working jigs, while experienced ice anglers can focus on fine-tuning their presentations. The captain explains local regulations, safe ice practices, and shares insights about seasonal fish behavior that'll help you understand why certain spots produce better than others. Most groups bring their own food and drinks to enjoy throughout the day, and fish cleaning service may be available to get your catch ready for the dinner table. The 6-hour timeframe gives you enough time to really dial in the bite and try different techniques as conditions change.
Winter fishing in Southern Wisconsin requires a completely different approach than open water angling, and Captain James sets you up with everything needed to be successful. You'll use sensitive ice rods paired with quality reels spooled with light line to detect subtle bites from cold-water fish. The electronics show you fish movement, bottom structure, and your jig's position in real time, which is crucial for staying in the strike zone. Live bait like minnows, waxworms, and spikes are standard, but you'll also work small jigs, spoons, and soft plastics that trigger reaction strikes from aggressive fish. The heated shacks let you fish comfortably even when temperatures drop, and having multiple holes gives you options to chase active fish or try different depths. Captain James teaches you to read the sonar, adjust your jigging cadence, and recognize the difference between fish species on the screen. The key is staying mobile and adapting your presentation based on what the fish are telling you through the electronics.
White bass school up tight during winter months and provide some of the most consistent action you'll find under the ice. These scrappy fighters average 10-14 inches and hit both live bait and small jigs with authority. They roam in large schools, so when you find them, the action can be non-stop. White bass feed actively throughout the day, making them perfect for keeping kids and beginners engaged while they learn ice fishing basics.
Walleye are the crown jewel of Southern Wisconsin ice fishing, with fish ranging from 14-24 inches common in these waters. They typically bite best during low-light periods, but winter walleye will feed throughout the day when you find them in the right mood. These fish require a more finesse approach with live minnows or subtle jig presentations, and they provide excellent table fare that makes the cold morning worthwhile.
Smallmouth bass might seem like warm-water fish, but they stay active under the ice and provide surprising fight on light ice tackle. Winter smallmouth are often found in deeper water near structure, and they'll hit both live bait and small plastics. Landing a 2-3 pound smallmouth through an 8-inch hole on ice gear gives you a whole new appreciation for these fish.
Northern pike are the wild cards that can make any ice fishing trip memorable, with fish up to 30+ inches cruising these Southern Wisconsin lakes. They're ambush predators that hit large minnows or flashy spoons, often providing the most dramatic strikes of the day. Pike fight hard in the cold water and give beginning ice anglers an adrenaline rush they won't forget.
American yellow perch are the bread and butter of winter fishing, with jumbo perch over 10 inches providing steady action and outstanding eating. They school heavily under the ice and respond well to small jigs tipped with waxworms or spikes. Perch are perfect for teaching new anglers proper jigging techniques since they're aggressive feeders but still require some finesse to hook consistently.
This customer favorite ice fishing trip books up quickly once safe ice forms, and Captain James Cooper's local knowledge of Southern Wisconsin fisheries gives you the best shot at a productive day on the hard water. The combination of heated shacks, quality electronics, and expert guidance makes this the perfect way to experience winter fishing whether you're a complete beginner or looking to improve your ice fishing game. The 6-hour format gives you plenty of time to learn new techniques, try different spots, and hopefully load the cooler with fresh fish. Don't let winter keep you off the water – book your Southern Wisconsin ice fishing adventure and discover why so many anglers consider this the best season to be fishing.
Your ice fishing adventure features a heated, comfortable setup designed for Southern Wisconsin's winter conditions. Captain James provides all the essentials including quality rods, reels, tackle, and electronics to help locate perch, bluegill, northern pike, and walleye beneath the ice. The heated shacks keep your group warm during the 6-hour trip while you fish productive spots on Lake Geneva, Delavan Lake, or other local waters based on current ice conditions. With an icebox for your food and drinks, GPS navigation, and fish finder technology, you'll have everything needed for a successful day on the ice. The captain handles bait, tackle, and explains local techniques while you focus on landing fish. Perfect for families and anglers of all skill levels looking to experience Southern Wisconsin's winter fishing opportunities in comfort and safety.
Perca Flavescens<h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>American Yellow Perch (Perca Flavescens) Description</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">The American Yellow Perch are one of the smaller-sized members of the perch family, Percidae. They have an elongated, oval body with a long blunt snout. Like most perches, it has two separate dorsal fins. The first dorsal fin contains 12-14 spines and 12 soft rays. The second has 2-3 spines and 8 soft rays. They are a golden yellow, however, their color can sometimes vary from bright green to olive green or golden brown. Their sides have a pattern of vertical bars. Their pectoral fins are transparent and amber in color. The juveniles are paler and a whitish color. </span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Yellow Perch have a large number of sharp teeth. They are rough to the touch because of their overlapping, comb-like scales. </span></p><h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Size and Diet</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">The largest recorded American Yellow Perch is 20 inches although they are more commonly found at 7.5 inches and 2 pounds.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Yellow Perch eat a variety of invertebrates such as insects, mollusks, chitons, snails, and worms. squids, along with small fish.</span></p><h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Spawning</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">The Yellow Perch spawning occurs in the spring when water temperatures rise above 36 degrees and typically occurs at night or early morning. Along the shorelines, the females extrude their eggs in long ribbons. You will find them draped along submerged vegetation, dead branches, and trees. Once the females extrude their eggs, groups of male yellow perch will follow and fertilize them. </span></p><h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Interesting Facts</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">Yellow perch is one of the easiest fish to catch in all seasons and tastes great. It makes up around 85% of the sport fish caught in Lake Michigan.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Common names for the perch are yellow perch, American perch, and lake perch</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">In the Northeastern United States, these Perch are an extremely important food source for birds. The cormorants specifically target yellow perch as their primary prey. Other birds that also prey on them include eagles, gulls, hawks, and many more.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Survival rates of juvenile yellow perch are low because they are much preyed upon. </span></p><h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Fishing Technique</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">To catch these fish, a good ultralight spinning or spin-cast combo spooled with 2-4lb (1-2kg) mono works well. </span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Most yellow perch catches will be made with live bait. You can't go wrong with minnows, leeches, or worms, but you can use almost any insect or small fish or fish parts. </span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">If you are looking at lures, small jigs, spinners, and jigging spoons will work.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Yellow perch are schooling fish and it's not unusual to see a school of 200 fish. Go get'em!</span></p><h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Habitat and Distribution</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">These Perch live in ponds, lakes, creeks, and slow-flowing rivers. You will find them in heavily vegetated waters among reeds, weeds, docks, and other structures. You may find large schools of Yellow Perch near the shore during the spring. They can also be found in brackish water. </span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Yellow Perch are found in the rivers of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, the Great Lakes, the Mississippi River basin, and throughout the majority of the northeast United States and parts of Canada.</span></p>
Esox Lucius<h2><strong>Northern Pike (</strong><i><strong>Esox lucius</strong></i><strong>) Fish Description</strong></h2><p>The Northern Pike (Esox Lucius) is a popular freshwater gamefish known for its greedy carnivorous nature. They have an elongated body and a grey to greenish color that fades to a yellowish-white belly. They have distinctive uneven rows of yellowish to white specks that run across its body.</p><h2><strong>Diet</strong></h2><p>Northern Pike is an aggressive hunter and not very picky about their food, eating just about anything that comes their way. They prey on other fish, including golden shiners, yellow perch, bluegills, suckers, and even other Northern Pikes. Larger ones have also been known to snatch small waterfowls, frogs, and rodents with their large mouth lined with sharp teeth when these unknowing victims are swimming on the surface or if they get too close to the edge of the water.</p><h2><strong>Spawning</strong></h2><p>Northern Pike have a short spawning season, March-April. Since the a<span style="color:rgb(32,33,36);">dults are solitary and highly territorial, they will leave their area and travel inshore or upstream to spawning areas in early spring. </span>Spawning<span style="color:rgb(32,33,36);"> normally occurs during day in shallow, quiet areas with a vegatated bottom. </span>They leave their eggs once they are laid.</p><p> </p><h2><strong>Interesting Facts </strong></h2><ul><li>They are solitary predators.</li><li>They are mostly territorial.</li><li>The oldest pike on record is 25 years old.</li><li>They are also referred to as freshwater sharks.</li><li>They can lie still for long periods of time.</li></ul><h2> </h2><h2><strong>Northern Pike Speed and Average Size</strong></h2><p>Northern Pikes are strong swimmers, but they are not actually known for their speed as they can only swim at an average of eight to ten miles per hour. It may not be as fast as other species; it has, however, the ability to sudden high-energy starts that they use for ambushing preys or for escaping life-threatening situations. </p><p>The average Northern Pike is 2 feet long and 34 pounds. <span style="color:rgb(32,33,36);">The largest pike ever caught in the U.S. was reportedly 4 feet 10 inches.</span></p><p> </p><h2><strong>Distribution and Habitat</strong></h2><p>As the name suggests, Northern Pikes are mostly found throughout the northern half of North America, with a higher population in the Great Lakes, northern New England, eastern New York, Minnesota, and the Ohio Valley. You can also find them in Nebraska and Missouri and as far north as Alaska and Canada.</p><p>They live in cool, shallow areas of streams, lakes, and rivers where they have good access to their food. However, in the summer, when waters heat up, they head to the deeper, cooler waters. </p><h2><strong>Fishing Techniques - How to Catch Northern Pike </strong></h2><p>A Northern Pike catch can be very rewarding as it’s known to be a tough fighter. You should remember to keep your distance from its mouth as its dagger-like teeth can cause significant damage to anything it can clamp down on. </p><p>With its aggressive nature and its strong swimming ability to boot, catching Northern Pike can be a daunting challenge. A 7-foot, medium-action rod paired with a regular spinning reel with a drag system that can stand a maximum of at least 15 pounds is more than enough to handle this fish. Equip your rod and reel with a more durable 15 to 20-pound braided line at the minimum so that the chances of the Pike’s sharp teeth breaking the line will be decreased. </p><p>Because these fish are known to be voracious eaters, various lures such as soft plastic swim-baits, inline spinners, and spoons can easily attract the fish. Just make sure to reel in at a slow, consistent speed so that your lure would look like an injured fish. Also, Northern Pikes are known to play with their food, so when you feel a strong tug on your line, don’t reel it in too fast. Just keep reeling at a slow pace and wait patiently for the Pike to strike again.</p><p>The ideal place to cast your line out are inlets, bays, coves, and drop-offs that have shallow, marshy areas with an abundance of weeds, as these are where Northern Pikes usually hunt for food.</p>
Micropterus Dolomieu<h2>Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus Dolomieu) Description </h2><p>Smallmouth Bass belongs to the Sunfish family (Centrarchidae) and is a popular freshwater fish among anglers. Smallmouth Bass has a dark green or black color body, with vertical dark brown stripes that usually fade with age, and the color contrast may vary depending on the fish’s habitat. Their eyes are red or brown. They have two dorsal fins; the front one has 10 fin spines while the other has 10 to 15 soft rays. </p><figure class="image image-style-side"><img src="https://guidesly-assets.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/content/small_smallmout_blog1_87be532ab6.jpg?22914426.89999962"><figcaption>Smallmouth Bass</figcaption></figure><p>Female Smallmouth bass are usually larger in size than males. The average size of smallmouth bass can be 18–20 inches. On average, they usually live only 5 to 6 years but can survive up to 15 years. Smallmouth bass found in lakes are larger than those found in streams and ponds. Females usually weigh from three to six pounds, while the males are around 2 pounds.</p><h2>Smallmouth Bass Habitat </h2><figure class="image image-style-side"><img src="https://guidesly-assets.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/content/Smallmouth_Bass_HeatMap%401600x_07e838cd01.png" alt=""><figcaption>Smallmouth Bass Map of Habitat</figcaption></figure><p>This bass species can be found in clear waters, such as ponds, lakes, and rivers. They prefer rubble and rocky bottoms. Smallmouth bass also prefer moderate temperatures, and they will swim deeper in the cooler water during summer.</p><h2>Spawning</h2><p><span style="color:rgb(32,33,36);">Smallmouth Bass spawn March-May when water temperatures reach between 59 and 64 degrees. The males build nests in the shallow waters of lakes and rivers. The nest is built building within 150 yards of where the male built his nest the previous year</span>. </p><h2>Diet</h2><p>The Smallmouth Bass eats small fish, crayfish, and insects. They hide behind a fallen tree or a rock and attack when the prey is near. </p><h2>Fishing Techniques - How to Catch Smallmouth Bass </h2><p>A light breeze and calm waters are best suited to catch Smallmouth Bass. In spring and fall, they like to swim in open waters during bright days and warm temperatures. In summer, they swim deep under cooler water and are harder to find. It is best to fish for Smallmouth early morning or late evening.</p><p>Smallmouth bass are fighters. A spinning rod of light to medium action with a 6 to 10 pounds test line is recommended. </p><p>There are plenty of baits and lures that work successfully to catch these fish; insects, jigs, minnows, plugs, plastic worms, spoons and night crawlers. A favorite of anglers is to use spinning baits that when rigged weightless, can hang on top of the water. When the fish are in deeper water during the summer, use a rig with a weighted vertical drop hook. </p><p>Fly-fishing Smallmouth Bass is popular due to their abundance and strength. When you want to cast into deeper water, use a 6, 7 or 8 weight rod. This will be suitable for strong winds, landing larger fish, and a long cast. A longer rod, 81/2- to 9-foot, is good when you need accuracy for casting near shoreline structures or long-distance casting.</p><h2>Is Smallmouth Bass Good to Eat</h2><p><span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:hsl(0, 0%, 0%);">Smallmouth bass have a firm filet with a mild, yet distinct flavor that pairs perfectly with a variety of seasonings and cooking methods. So whether you prefer grilling, frying, or baking your catch, smallmouth bass is a tasty and versatile option that you won't want to miss out on. What's more, smallmouth bass are a healthy food option, as they are excellent sources of protein and Omega-3 fatty acids.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:hsl(0, 0%, 0%);">With any freshwater fish, you need to be mindful of the water you are fishing. Make sure if you are eating your catch, the water is clean and be aware that freshwater fish should always be cooked.</span></p>
Sander Vitreus<h2><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Walleye (Sander Vitreus) Description</strong></span></h2><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Walleye are freshwater fish that is a part of the perch family. They are a very popular game fish for the angler in the regions where they are found, and also a favorite for the dining table. Walleye are long and thin and have a golden and olive coloring with white bellies. One predominant feature of the walleye is its eyes, which have a silver eyeshine called the tapetum lucidum. This eyeshine greatly aids the walleyes when feeding in low-light conditions. </span></p><figure class="image image-style-side"><img src="https://guidesly-assets.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/content/small_Captain_Dennis_Ansell_Walleye_2b03908345.jpeg?6070000.599999905"><figcaption>Walleye</figcaption></figure><h2><strong>Walleye Habitat and Distribution</strong> </h2><figure class="image image-style-side"><img src="https://guidesly-assets.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/content/Walleye_HeatMap%401600x_789db497a8.png" alt=""><figcaption>Walleye Map of Habitat</figcaption></figure><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Walleye live in a wide range of habitats. In small to large rivers, to deep and shallow lakes. They are fairly particular to where they like to be in these bodies of water and see out sand, rock, or gravel bottoms. Walleye will usually stay deeper in the water column during daylight hours and use weeds, timber, or other structures for cover. In River systems, they will likely spend their daylight hours in deep holes and drop-offs, and move out into the shallows to seek forage during the lowlight period. Walleyes can tolerate water temperatures from 32 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit but are most comfortable when water temperatures are at 70 degrees. Walleye are nocturnal creatures that feed in shallow waters at night. Adult walleye primarily consume other fish. Small crustaceans and insects, primarily mayflies, are eaten by young walleye.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Walleye are found in the Arctic south of Canada down to the Great Lakes region and east to the St. Lawrence systems. Lake Erie is a well-known home of walleye anglers and great walleye fishing. The Midwest and Canada are the most popular areas with the best fishing, but over decades the species has been introduced artificially into lakes and reservoirs all over North America. The breathtaking waters of Lake of the Woods and Rainy River have earned the title of "Walleye Capital of the World." It has some of the best fishing in the world, and anglers come here year after year in search of that elusive record catch.</span></p><h2><strong>Typical Size and Weight</strong></h2><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Walleye are reasonably large fish with a sleek and conical body shapes and a mouth lined with sharp teeth. the adult walleye can grow to 30 inches or more in length and top out at around 20 pounds in weight. Females generally grow larger than males. </span></p><h2><strong>Interesting Facts </strong></h2><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">The Walleye also has a European counterpart, the zander, that looks very similar but the zander can grow much larger and can reach a weight of 40 plus pounds. </span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">The walleye can live for decades, with the oldest recorded fish being 29 years old. In areas with heavy fishing pressure however, Walleye usually don’t live past 5 or 6 years of age. </span></p><h2><strong>Fishing Techniques - How to Catch Walleye</strong></h2><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Walleye can be a challenging game fish to pursue. Their location in a body of water and the tactics used to catch these fish can vary depending on certain times of the year. Walleye generally live at depths of 10 feet or greater, though in the spring and at night they can be found in shallow water areas. Freshwater fishing for walleye is best in the evening when minnow-style lures or jigs are fished near the bottom over rock piles or along the edges of weed beds.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Finding the fish is one of the biggest challenges for the walleye angler and the best place to start it by fishing structure. The angler should search multiple types of structure at varying depths to figure out where the walleye are on any given day. Be sure to check break lines, deep weed edges rock piles, and even in the middle of the basin for suspended schools of baitfish. With a little bit of time on water exploration, you will find the Walleye population.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#222222;">Live bait is the key to successful Walleye catches such as minnows, nightcrawlers, and leeches. </span><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#00122d;">One of the best techniques is a live bait rig, to which you troll your lure slowly along the bottom. These rigs include a ¼ or a ½ pound sinker, a swivel, a 3 - 6 foot leader of a 6-pound fishing line, and a No. 4 or 6 hook.</span></p><h2><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Ubuntu, Arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Is Walleye Good to Eat</strong></span></h2><p>Walleye is a delicious fish making it a popular choice among seafood lovers. The mild, flaky texture of the fish along with its sweet, buttery flavor is enough to make anyone's mouth water. This makes walleye an excellent ingredient that pairs well with a wide variety of dishes. Whether you fry or grill it, walleye never fails to impress with its delicious taste. So, if you're looking for a healthy and tasty addition to your meals, walleye is definitely the way to go!</p><p><span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(0,0,0);">Walleye meat has a firm texture that holds up well to cooking methods such as grilling, frying, or baking. Its mild taste can be enhanced by seasoning it with herbs and spices or marinating it in your favorite sauce. Walleye also has low levels of mercury and other harmful contaminants, making it safe to eat regularly.</span><br><span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(0,0,0);">When preparing walleye, remove the skin and bones before cooking. This will give you a clean fillet.</span></p><p>However, it's not just its flavor that makes it so popular. Walleye is also a very nutrient-dense food that provides numerous health benefits. It's rich in omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and selenium, all of which are essential for maintaining optimal health. Omega-3s are known to reduce inflammation in the body and improve heart health, while B vitamins play a crucial role in energy production and maintaining a healthy nervous system. Selenium is an important mineral that helps protect against oxidative damage and supports the immune system. By adding Walleye to your diet, you not only get the pleasure of savoring a delicious meal but also the nutritional benefits that come along with it. So, go ahead and indulge in this delectable fish to keep your body healthy and functioning at its best.<br> </p><p> </p>
Morone Chrysops<h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>White Bass (</strong><i><strong>Morone chrysops</strong></i><strong>) Fish Description</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">Also known as Sand Bass or Silver Bass, the White Bass is a member of the Moronidae or Bass Family.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">As its name suggests, the White Bass is primarily colored silvery-white to pale green. Its back is darker, but its belly and sides are white. The White Bass has narrow and dark stripes along the sides of its belly. It has rough scales that are distinctively big; it possesses two dorsal fins. Its body is compressed laterally.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">To identify White Bass, look for a lateral line with around 51 to 60 scales. This species also has dorsal fins numbering 12 to 14; anal fin rays, 11 to 14; pectoral fin ray, 15 to 17; and 20 to 25 gill rakers. Another characteristic of the White Bass is its prominent tooth patch near the tip of its tongue.</span></p><h2> </h2><h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Diet and Size</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">As a carnivorous feeder, the White Bass has at least four favorite major diet options: the leptodora, daphnia, cyclopoid copepods, and calanoid copepods. White Bass are visual feeders who will readily bite any live bait especially minnows and worms.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">The White Bass can measure up to 10 to 12 inches in length; some are even recorded to have reached 18 inches. Generally, they weigh up to 7 pounds.</span></p><h2> </h2><h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Interesting Facts About the White Bass</strong></span></h2><ul><li><span style="color:#000000;">The White Bass is Oklahoma’s state fish.</span></li><li><span style="color:#000000;">The White Bass has gained acclaim as a significant sport fish in Manitoba since it was introduced there in the 1960s.</span></li><li><span style="color:#000000;">The White Bass has a “fake” spinous ray. It also has a homocercal tail.</span></li><li><span style="color:#000000;">Female White Bass lay around 240,000 to 930,000 eggs; they spawn from mid-March to late May.</span></li><li><span style="color:#000000;">One unusual mating ritual among the White Bass is how males bump against the female’s abdomen. After that, the female goes near the surface to begin spinning and releasing eggs.</span></li></ul><h2> </h2><h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>White Bass — Fishing Techniques</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">The White Bass is very popular among recreational anglers; in fact, this is the fifth most favored species among licensed fishers from Texas.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Once you sight a school of White Bass, make sure to use spinners or spoons along the water surface to entice them. One other common method of luring them is by using bottom fishing at night; you can also utilize live bait.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">You can use small jigs as artificial lures; a 1/8 ounce marabou jig should do the trick. For best results, use jigs that are black or white. If you go for soft plastic lures, try the tube bait, or a small jig head with a curly tail grub. One other lure you can utilize is a small jig packed with soft plastic swimbaits; you can have either the 1/8 or ¼ ounce jigs.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Be careful because White Bass are known to be aggressive fighters. However, this struggle may be worth it because of its exceptional taste.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Note that every state may have some regulations as to the size, length, and other factors related to capturing this fish.</span></p><p> </p><h2><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>White Bass Habitat and Distribution</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000;">The White Bass are fairly distributed in the US, especially in the Midwest. They are plenty around Lake Erie and Pennsylvania. Most of the White Bass population are native to Lake Poinsett, Detroit River, Arkansas River, the Great Lakes, and the Red River drainage. They also inhabit the lakes in Winnebago, Wisconsin and the rivers in Mississippi.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">This species generally inhabits big rivers and shallow rivers, reservoirs, streams, and creeks. They are often found upstream where there are high densities.</span></p>
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