In terms of availability, access, and a willingness to bite, it's hard to beat a bluegill. The species Lepomis macrochirus is widespread across the entire continent and is a popular game fish ...

Flipping black-and-blue senkos into the grass has been effective. Bluegill and shellcracker have ... Specks can be found near hard spots and brush piles, reports local guide Kyle Brewer.

Numerous reports of spawns have come in this week, so if you’re looking for quantity, shellcracker are your best bet.