I'm in a bit of a slump this year, the way I handle is to fish ponds, or switch species. I can usually catch a crappie anywhere, and just need to touch a fish to feel successful some days. 

On 3/3/2024 at 8:42 PM, Koz said:

The good news is that the water is warming and the days are getting longer. Better fishing is right around the corner.

I don’t think there’s any secret here that cold water and winter combined with a warm water species of fish is not a great route to success. If it was May and we were all complaining about slumps and a lack of bites, then we might be on to something. Right now it’s obvious that the conditions are playing a role.

Yes,  slumps this time of year are  mainly due to cold water.

I've caught 1 bass in the last 10 hrs of fishing due to cold water.

If you're still slumping in May then take up gulf 😂.

Seriously though, don't watch YouTube videos where they catch a bass every cast breaking through ice on a lipless..... unrealistic.

I really wish we had more small public ponds because yesterday mine was pretty darn full when I got there after work being 72° and sunny.

 

That's the main reason I like cold water.  Usually  means cold air which means I get the pond mostly to myself for two months.

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