This is still a tough time of year to fish. However as the water gets warmer it helps the bass want to come up shallow. I’m using a bladed jig almost year round because it can catch me fish any month. That and a lipless are great search baits right now.
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That looked like a possible 2 pounder
Also yes all the ponds I fish regularly have multiple people out there fishing almost every day. I typically see other fisherman or at least their trash if they're not out there.
Is this your go to lake/pond. Also is it pressured. I haven't been able to catch anything since December.