What's happening at DVL this time of year?

[Saul M]

Hi guys.. i'm planning on driving down to DVL here in the near future. and reports on what this bite is like, and what baits are being used this time of year? Any swimbait bites?

[Brian Linehan]

The bite has been tougher than normal lately. With a major algae issue and no real shad bite, you are going to have to fish 35' and deeper. The typical C-Rigs, worms, etc is working. Color not that important. If you don't go there that much, stop by Last Chance Tackle next to the lake and Matt, Dan, or Megan will dial you in. Their shop is badass! Try throwing a jig as well and I wouldn't be surprised if you get a swim bait fish too. I'm fishing the National Bass derby tomorrow and will give you a report.

Good luck,
Brian

[Saul M]

thanks Brian.. i will look for that report!

[Kevin Linehan]

Hi there, the bite was BRUTAL. It took 18lbs to win but that catch included an 8lb'er. Many really good DVL sticks weren't able to bring in limits which is very rare. I would wait a few weeks to let those fish figure out what they are going to do before making the drive.

[zoeysports]

I'm coming down in thanksgiving weekend .
My question is how hard is the mussel inspection process is there a waiting period or what

[Brian Linehan]

You will be fine as long as the boat is clean and dry. Don't forget to put your finger in the drain plug to look for water, buy your ice at the lake, and lower the engine and spin the prop.

Don't even stress. You will be fine! Good luck out there!

Brian

[zoeysports]

Ok I'm here how's the bite any help would be much appreciated I have never fished this lake and am looking forward to it
Thanks

[Morris]

JUST LIKE MR LINEHAN SAID NO STRESS C RIG HANDS DOWN .... BUT THE PUZZEL IS WHAT BAIT TO USE ON THAT C RIG..AND IT IS

[Kevin Linehan]

Major algae bloom going on right now. The lake opens at 6AM. Toss a swimbait for the first 1/2 hour or so. From there, plan on fishing 40 - 60 feet with a jig, c-rig, or dropshot. I spent all day Tuesday and Wednesday and it's really tough out there. Good luck though. Fish SLOW!

[zoeysports]

Thanks for the info we found the fishing to be very tough fished 25-40 maybe that's why we never got bit we only saw 3 fish caught all day and 2 were striper it was my first time on DVL
Thanks for the help
Ron R