Bluegill readily grab flies like poppers, foam spiders, and tiny versions of the Clouser minnow. A 3- or 4-weight rod keeps it fun, but if bass bycatch is likely, bump up to a heavier outfit.

3. In Winter Haven, the mouth of the canals is where it’s at for bluegill, catfish and bass thanks to the moving water says Schelfo. Capt. Bill Goudy reports topwater minnow style baits on the ...

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1. In Lakeland, the bluegill bite has been good at Lake Parker, Lake Crago, Saddle Creek and Tenoroc. Catfish have also been hitting chicken livers and cut bait at Saddle Creek, reports Phillips ...