Maese said the crappie bite has been sporadic on minnows and jigs. He has heard rumors of catfish being caught but hasn't had any reports. The lake has dropped, and anglers are getting excited by their improving odds. The level was dropped for a boat count, but it should be back up soon. Back in Black Creek, the bass have been biting on worms and crickets.
Trout fishing is fair and the fish are starting to come to the surface.
Silver needlefish have worked well. John Youngquist at Pines Market said not much has changed from last week. There are a few trout over by the sherrif's tower. The weather has been pretty cold and is keeping some people away. Closed to fishing for the winter.