March 16, 2026

As spring fades and early summer begins, bass don’t just disappear from the shallows overnight. Instead, they enter a transition phase, moving gradually from spawning areas to their more stable summer locations. For anglers, this is one of the most misunderstood—and most rewarding—times to be on the water. If you can identify the transition zones…

For many anglers, early summer fishing doesn’t officially begin until the heat sets in and fish move deeper. But here’s the reality: The early summer pattern actually begins weeks before most anglers recognize it. Right now—during the late spring to early summer transition—fish are already shifting behavior, adjusting feeding habits, and relocating based on subtle…