Rainy periods have created muddy conditions on the south half of the lake and that has affected fishing. Jon Conklin, fishing guide, said striped bass fishing was kicking into high gear before the ...

Stripers are on the move and in a biting mood. Jon Conklin, fishing guide, said the water temperature is in the low 50s and that kicks in the wintertime striper bite. Best area is between Horseshoe ...

Live bait is best for catching striped bass. Jon Conklin, fishing guide, recommends using brood minnows or shad. The south half of the lake is best for wintertime stripers. Locate shad schools with ...

Winter tactics are in full swing for catching black bass. Reese Jones at Hook, Line and Sinker in Rogers said good lure choices include Alabama rigs, jerk baits, crawdad-colored crank baits and swim ...