Flukehouse77

How long doe the effects of a shad kill typically last? Does it happen at a certain water temperature?

Would y'all consider the shad kill a good thing? I'm guessing that the bass will feed on the dying shad which will temporarily make the fishing tougher since they have such abundant bait. In turn, the fish will be fat and the shad population will be down, which will make them more likely to strike a lure. Am I correct on this?

I'm interested in going on a guided trip on Lake Pickwick in the next month or two. Does anybody have any guide recommendations? I would love to catch a big smallmouth. Also, I've read that early spring is a good time to catch a trophy smallmouth. What month/water temp has typically been ideal time? Thanks for any help!

I'm interested in going on a guided trip on Lake Pickwick in the next month or two. Does anybody have any guide recommendations? I would like to specifically target smallmouth. Also, I've read that early spring is a good time to catch a trophy smallmouth. What month/water temp has typically been ideal time?