okay so I just got signed up for a bass tournament on Gun Lake in Barry County. the tournament is May 17th I wanna say. I'm trying to get the edge over everyone else. I need tips, fishing locations, what to look for, who to talk to, absolutely ANYTHING that will give me an edge. much appreciated!

Better check that date  as harvest season is not until 5/23

As far as fishing it will depend on the weather in the weeks to come...

it is on the 23rd. my mistake.

That is fine ....Gun is a lake that has a lot of shallow water so a 1 foot change in water depth can be key also....If it stays warm the SM should be done and in post spawn but lingering years have them on beds...

LM can be caught shallow then on weed patches...

Best thing to do if you are a fishing a tournament is to spend lots of time on water to learn areas for patterns and what fish are doing....Old saying

U are no better than the water U know...