Some good-sized channel catfish are hitting fresh dead minnows instead of old cut bait. Shore and boat anglers are both doing well, but boaters are moving with the fish so they do take more over the shore anglers. Average take is 25 fish per boat. Anglers below Kankakee Dam and down river are slamming fish. Smallmouth bass are on or near beds and protecting them.
Smallmouth bass are willing to hit a tube jig and crank bait.
Catfish are pulling people down to the area. Rock bass have been hitting small spinners and minnows. Lake temperature is around 58 degrees. Crappie fishing is excellent near any wood or standing timber. Bluegill are improving more with the lake stable and sun warming the shallow coves.