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By Jamison Vanden Einde
May 12, 2008

Water temperatures on the lakes in our area are slowly creeping their way into the mid-50's but it is taking its sweet, old time. And, so are pan fish with their migration into shallow water. Most of the fish that are being found are in 10 - 25' of water, staging either right on the bottom of the "first break" or just off of it, closer to a basin.

There have been a few decent bites in 2 - 5' of water but that has mainly been occurring during low light and is often times the more juvenile fish. Searching for these fish with small crank baits like a Salmo Hornet or beetle spin is one option, but you can also pitch a jig and plastic or minnow if you're looking to work an area a little slower. Also, when fishing the deeper water, don't forget to at least try up in the water column. A lot of fish that were in shallow water right before the ice went out will travel and stage out in the deeper water but stay in that shallower depth. If you find a school of these fish, in most cases, they should remain active as long as you can stay on top of them. Just think, my next report will include a walleye bite, hopefully! Good luck to all of you on opening weekend. REMINDER: It's time to purchase your licenses for 2008!

REMINDER: It's time to purchase your licenses for 2008!

Tight Lines,
Jamison Vanden Einde
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