This was my first time launching at Lake Meridian. I had done some research and didn't expect much this time of year, or this time of day for that matter. As expected, I was the only boat fishing the whole 3 hours. Although my fishfinder was marking fish at various depths, the bite was definitely off.

I tried several different tackle and bait setups throughout the day, trying different colors and scents. Things that worked well last week at Angle Lk did nothing so I changed tackle often. Some of the things I tried, Dick Nite, 2 colors, garlic or bloody tuna scented, Purple MagLips with Shrimp, even tried cut plug herring! No hunger, no aggression towards my presentations.

One pole: on the DR, setback 30', down 15 - 35 feet. Second pole: 1/2 oz weighted and 70' behind the boat. I was surprised not to get any action whatsoever. But it was a lovely afternoon of fishing solo on my 66th birthday!

Hopefully the bite will improve later this spring. Tight Lines!

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