Due to the cool spring, fishing on Geneva has remained relatively slow. Most of the action has been shallow, 3-4 ft deep. Largemouth bass have been biting in Geneva Bay, Trinkes, and Abbey Harbor. Most of the fish are coming in and around the boats.

Use a split shot rig, nightcrawler, or Senko in Green pumpkin. Some consistently warm weather will turn on the fish and make them more active. Smallmouth bass have been starting to turn on. They are suspending out with the pods of bait fish in 12-15 ft of water. The ones caught are biting on a small hair jig or a Kalin’s grub fished on a darter head. The best color is smoke and black or avocado pepper.

Look for the fish by Elgin Club or by Crawford’s bar. Crappies have been hit or miss. One day they are in by the boat docks thick, and the next they’ve moved into deeper water. Look for the fish by the Geneva Inn or the Williams Bay piers. Most fish are caught on slip bobbers and small fathead minnows. Bluegills, like the bass, are searching for the warmest water. They can be seen in Trinkes Bay or Abbey Harbor. The variable water temperatures have also made them spotty to catch. The best approach is a small leaf worm fished underneath a bobber. Rock Bass are getting very active. Look for the fish in 10 to 16 ft of water in Williams Bay or off Conference Point. They can be caught on pretty much whatever you put into the water.

Good luck, and I hope to see you on the water. For guide parties, please call Dave Duwe at 262-
728-8063 or fishdelavan@gmail.com.