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Hi All,

Wife and I will be coming to BS soon. I'm trying to get a feel for the lake by reading all of the posts. One thing that I am wondering about is how much effect power generation has on the bite. Any other tips about fishing for walleye and bass would be appreciated as well.

Thanks,

K

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The effect of dam generation on lower Bull Shoals has been debated for years. Some think it has little or no effect. I think that when they are moving many thousands of cubic foot of water per second (cfs) though the lake it really does have a positive effect and I always try to find the current during these periods. There is always current moving though the lake even when the generators are off line. This current is not visible on the lake surface but can be found in the deeper areas with a good quality fishfinder.

As for advise on fishing be sure to bring jigging spoons in the 1oz size. The jigging spoon bite is HOT right now and you can catch Walleyes and all species of Bass on it. Crank baits and crawler rigs are catching Walleyes 30'-40' deep.

Posted

Thanks Mike. This is great advice. But of course I have more questions.

1. I do have good electronics. What does current look like on the screen?

2. What's your jigging technique and favorite spoon?

Thanks again.

Posted

Lake current looks pretty similar to a thermocline on the screen. The current will show up as a speckled band at depths of more than say 50 foot or deeper in Bull Shoals you can pretty much predict where to look for current by visualizing a river flowing though the deeper areas of the lake. It will be strongest where it is narrowed by the topography of the lake channel (not the old river channel) look in areas where it will take the path of least resistants. The downstream side of a main lake flat or where the lake makes a real sharp bend. The current is not detectable everyday or in all locations. But when it is it can be a major factor remember that you do not have to get your bait down into the visible current which is very strong to be detected with your electronics, The water above it will also be flowing and will hold the fish.

My favorite spooning technique is vertical, my favorite spoon is the color & weight that fits the depth & species of fish I am working at the time.

Posted

Mike,

All of your info is greatly appreciated.

Thank you very much,

Kramr

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