Muskie Fishing Late March...what To Expect?

[Muskie Bob]

Of course, it is hard to forecast what the weather may bring, but what do you think the muskie fishing will be like the last of March?

Should I except to see any weed growth by then? What lures are most productive that time of the year?

The marina told me several muskies are caught using Smithwick Rogue lures. I've always considered them to be great for bass. However, I have caught several muskies on Pomme de Terre while fishing a rogue for bass.

Although I did fish Fellows a few times last year, I was rather disappointed in the weeds and muskies. It may have been more me than the muskies, but I thought I would at least see more follows than what I encountered. However, I do feel like Fellows Lake offers the chance of catching a trophy muskie....perhaps a new state record.

I'm not sure if my age is working for me or against me, but soon to be 72 in April, I still have the desire to muskie fish. Anyway, I would appreciate any suggestions on lures, location, etc. for the fishing muskies the late part of March.

Here's hoping others appreciate what Missouri is doing to support muskie fishing. You can help too by joining Show-me Muskie Project.

see... http://mdc.mo.gov/fishing/protect-missouris-fishing/show-me-muskie-project