INDIANA – If you’re wondering what the summer heat means for your upcoming fishing opportunities, the Department of Natural Resources is here to help.
The best rule of thumb for summer fishing is to fish at dusk and dawn when the temperatures are cool and the UV rays are less intense. Fish the shallows, as the bigger predatory fish will swim there to eat before the UV index increases. Fishing topwater lures in the shallow water an hour or two before and after sunrise and sunset can be some of the best fishing you’ll do all year.
Still, if you want to fish during the middle of the day, then focus your attention on deeper waters near structures. Keep in mind that water in most lakes and reservoirs stratifies by density layers during the hottest months. Water becomes cooler the deeper you go, and fish will seek the temperature of water most comfortable for them. Try fishing at different depths: start shallow, and increase the depth until you start getting bites.
There can be a lot of things that go into your fishing experience and one way to improve your chances of catching fish is to bring the right gear. But when starting out, it can be hard to make sense of all the different types of equipment and to know when to use what. To get you started click here for some great tips from DNR.
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