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Dog Days of Fishing
written by David Fritts
When the "Dog Days" of summer arrive, all you want to do is lie around in the shade and keep cool like an old dog. Water temperature during this time can have a bigger effect on species like bass than most anglers realize.
As water temperature rises above 80 degrees, activity and feeding tend to drop off. Bass will hold in deep water during the heat of the day, return to the shallows at night and remain there through the early morning hours.
You can still catch fish during the day. Just remember to try cooler areas where fish will tend to congregate, like sink holes, underwater springs, rapid drop-offs and deep holes that provide temperature protection.
However, there is no point in looking for fish deeper that the depth at which the oxygen level drops off, which is usually just below the thermocline. Dress for the heat, drink plenty of liquids, adjust your tactics and enjoy "Dog Days" fishing.
David Fritts is a 6-time BASS Masters Classic Qualifier and 1993 Classic Champion
written by David Fritts
When the "Dog Days" of summer arrive, all you want to do is lie around in the shade and keep cool like an old dog. Water temperature during this time can have a bigger effect on species like bass than most anglers realize.
As water temperature rises above 80 degrees, activity and feeding tend to drop off. Bass will hold in deep water during the heat of the day, return to the shallows at night and remain there through the early morning hours.
You can still catch fish during the day. Just remember to try cooler areas where fish will tend to congregate, like sink holes, underwater springs, rapid drop-offs and deep holes that provide temperature protection.
However, there is no point in looking for fish deeper that the depth at which the oxygen level drops off, which is usually just below the thermocline. Dress for the heat, drink plenty of liquids, adjust your tactics and enjoy "Dog Days" fishing.
David Fritts is a 6-time BASS Masters Classic Qualifier and 1993 Classic Champion
