I answered some questions on the other forum but here is what I have for these.

Sacramento is considered the North. If you go straight down to Stockton and Tracy area that is the East.

Bass fishing should be good in a week or two. I still heard it was tough this past weekend but know the bite is going to turn on soon. Usually this is a great time of year to be on the water.

Spinnerbaits, crankbaits, jigs, worms, topwater and everything else in your box is going to be working soon. If you want to keep it simple have a spinnerbait (wht/char is universal), jig (blk/red, blk/blu) and senko (whatever your preference is) and you'll do well. I'll be throwing a lot of hard and soft swimbaits soon as the big females are going to start munching or protecting their nests. Don't forget about a frog too. An amazing tool that can be worked almost everywhere.

Good luck and give us your reports!

Todd
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