The Crappie are close to shore in big numbers at Clinton Lake and it hasn't been unusual for individuals to have 20+ fish days. However, as it is spring, inclement weather is not uncommon nor are cold fronts. After a cold front, we have found the bite to be very tough, so Levi took a clue from a recent In-Fisherman article and we went from a more typical jig approach to using small crankbaits with great results, lots of fish, and large Crappie. Key lures have been the Norman Deep Tiny N in chartreuse and silver, and silver 1/8 ounce Rattle Traps.

With the Wiper Run about to start and a few fish sporadically being caught I thought I would take a moment to show how one can tell the difference between a White Bass, Wiper, and Striped Bass. In Clinton Lake and the majority of Kansas Reservoirs both White Bass and Wiper are present. The information below comes from http://www.kdwp.state.ks.us. I always encourage catch and release but especially with Wiper, which are naturally sterile and are only present due to stocking by Fish and Game Departments. In Kansas the limit on Wiper is two, there is no limit on White Bass. Hopes this help you identify your fish this year.