I usually dont start fishing until a few weeks before the spawn, but

I want to fish now. So I am looking for some advice. The small lake

i usually fish is 8-10 feet deep, most of the structure is grass. With the water temps being around 40 what techniques should I try? I am in Maryland, anyone want to teach me a little something?

Hard jerkbaits such as the X-Rap, Pointers or Husky Jerks. Fish slow, with lots of pauses inbetween. The drop shot could also produce at this time.