White Bass
Morone chrysops
A schooling temperate bass abundant in Lake Erie, the Detroit River, and some southern Michigan rivers. The spring spawning run offers fast, exciting fishing as schools push upriver.
Seasonal Activity
Jan
Slow
Feb
Slow
Mar
Good
Apr
Prime
May
Prime
Jun
Prime
Jul
Good
Aug
Good
Sep
Good
Oct
Good
Nov
Slow
Dec
Slow
Best Techniques
- casting small jigs/spoons to schools
- trolling small crankbaits
- drifting minnows
Top Baits
- small white jigs
- spoons
- minnows
- spinners
- small crankbaits
Michigan state record: 6.56 lb, 1989, Dixie Lake