March 27, 2026

Ask most anglers about wind in early spring, and you’ll hear the same thing: “It makes fishing harder.” Cold air, choppy water, tough boat control—it’s easy to see why wind gets a bad reputation this time of year. But here’s the truth: In early spring, wind is often one of the most powerful tools you…

Early spring fishing can feel confusing. You check the weather—it says 70°F. It feels warm. Everything tells you the fish should be active. But then… nothing. Meanwhile, on another day with cooler air but bright sun, the bite suddenly turns on. So what’s really going on? Fish respond to sunlight far faster—and more directly—than they…