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User:	vinny60
Comment:	Smallmouth bass can be caught on a variety of artificial lures such as spinner baits, jig and plastic grub combinations, crankbaits, and plastic worms. The Bourbeuse tends to be cloudy, so lures that are easily seen should be selected. Live bait such as crayfish, earthworms, minnows, and insect larvae is often very productive. Largemouth bass are a sporting alternative to smallmouth bass. Largemouth bass are often the largest bass species present in the Bourbeuse River in most pools greater than 3 feet in depth. Also, spotted bass have become increasingly common in the Bourbeuse in recent years. Largemouth bass prefer more woody habitats, sluggish weedy backwater areas, and slightly warmer waters. They can be caught on baits similar to those used for smallmouth bass. Spotted bass tend to prefer the main channel zone, but angling techniques effective for smallmouth and largemouth bass also work on spotted bass. Walleye and sauger can be caught on similar baits. Having a preference for live baits, walleye will strike minnows, earthworms, and leeches. Fishing crankbaits and deep-running plugs in deep pools is an effective summer strategy. Because walleye are active at night, try baits that reflect the available light and produce some sound. Spring fishing strategies should include fishing bridge abutments and rock piles that are walleye and sauger magnets. Jigs and minnow combinations can also be trolled in large pool areas with bridge abutments.
Date:	09/16/09 12:40 PM

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