February 28, 2026

Heavy spring rains can completely change a lake or river overnight. Water levels rise. Clarity shifts. Current increases. Debris floats into new areas. For many anglers, those sudden changes feel like a setback. But for those who understand how fish respond to runoff and rising water, post-rain conditions can create some of the most productive…

Early spring fishing can feel unpredictable. One afternoon the bite is steady and aggressive — the next morning it’s like the lake went silent. While water temperature often gets the most attention this time of year, barometric pressure swings play a major role in determining how fish behave during the late winter to early spring…