we were in the Kimberling area the beginning of Aug, and we had a big bluegill bonanza. the eastern point of Schooner creek, 25 ft, whole or half nightcrawlers.
we caught giant bluegills, some really nice channel cats, spotted and smallmouth bass, and a few short walleye.
lots of bluegill in the 10 inch range, it was a blast.
good luck
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