03/28/20, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. The drive out to the wildlife refuge was strange to say the least, traffic wasn't what it usually is for a weekend. The Ed Center and Visitor Center is closed due to the COVID threat, however, fishing and hiking is still allowed. I think folks are still worried about getting out as I only saw one cyclist and one other angler fishing from the bank of one of the lakes. Felt a little strange being the only yak launching because this is usually the busiest month for us. I saw many bucks guarding beds and the bite was slow, but I was able to hook into three of them, using a jig/swim jig. Wish I would have brought a spinner bait as the water was choppy due to the wind. I think this was our first spawn and there will others going into April, although I'm not sure how much longer the refuge will remain open. Get out if you can, the bass are feeling no pressure, that's for sure.

12 hours ago, Harold Scoggins said:

03/28/20, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. The drive out to the wildlife refuge was strange to say the least, traffic wasn't what it usually is for a weekend. The Ed Center and Visitor Center is closed due to the COVID threat, however, fishing and hiking is still allowed. I think folks are still worried about getting out as I only saw one cyclist and one other angler fishing from the bank of one of the lakes. Felt a little strange being the only yak launching because this is usually the busiest month for us. I saw many bucks guarding beds and the bite was slow, but I was able to hook into three of them, using a jig/swim jig. Wish I would have brought a spinner bait as the water was choppy due to the wind. I think this was our first spawn and there will others going into April, although I'm not sure how much longer the refuge will remain open. Get out if you can, the bass are feeling no pressure, that's for sure.

Glad you were able to get out and do something we all enjoy. Hopefully there are more opportunities to set on some good fish as this situation allows. Hope you and your family stays healthy and safe.

14 hours ago, Harold Scoggins said:

 Get out if you can, the bass are feeling no pressure, that's for sure.

Ha, I fished Konawa today and at 6:45 this morning there were 39 trucks/trailers in the parking lot of the city ramp and about 50 when I left at 2:00. I would guess there were 70 boats on the water at least. That's a lot of pressure for a 1,300 acre lake. You couldn't look in any direction without seeing at least 7 - 8 boats.

 

I agree though, the bass are heating up.

By the title of the post, I thought you were telling people to leave the state. If possible.....

Lakes here are unbelievably crowded because of the covid 19

As of today they have closed 5 parks in Missouri due to the amount of people in the parks.