Postspawn bass in the mid-lake and lower end will attack a variety of topwater lures, including Zara Spooks, poppers, chuggers, prop baits and wake baits. Ambassadors and other anglers have posted fishing reports for each season to identify what products are catching fish. The 15-inch minimum length limit still applies to largemouth and smallmouth bass on Lake of the Ozarks. This material may not be posted on another website. "Most people might think a spreader bar is just for saltwater, but that's not necessarily the case, Vitek said. After significant review, they determined it to be a spreader bar arrangement. When he took me down there, my eyes about popped out of my head. Gary let out a huge chuckle as he made a funny expression with his eyes bulging. The hybrid striped bass is the sixth state record fish caught this year. Rodney is waiting, Mustad is waiting, the fishing world is waiting and wondering whether it's possible that an "ordinary" fisherman who catches a fish of a lifetime on a bait he made what fishing is ultimately all about won't get what he appears to deserve, ADVERTISE ON EXPLORE THE OZARKS DIRECTORIES. The money that's life-changing for me and my family. "It was just a normal day out fishing," Rodriguez said. Missouri has a long, proud tradition of fishing, and its abundant lakes and streams have produced exceptional fish. Rainbow and Brown Trout are a top attractor of anglers to the area but largemouth bass are also present and make up a majority the targeted species for anglers. 504 Third SteetPO Box 188Gainesville, MO 65655. 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of KMBC-TV. The upper ends of the lakes tributaries, such as the Niangua, Little Niangua, and Osage rivers, the Grand Glaize and Gravois creeks warm up the quickest and are the first areas to start yielding prespawn bass. The Lake contains a large number of fish species including crappie, catfish, white bass, hybrid stripers, spotted bass, largemouth bass, paddlefish, walleye, and bluegill. Although bass can be caught year-round, the best times are spring and fall, especially around points, brush piles, and docks. Easterday takes exam; other Gainesville news, Third and Main Streets sidewalk replacement, Public hearing on recreational marijuana sales in Gainesville city limits is 5:30 p.m. March 21, Request to close or gate off High School Drive. That ended (temporarily) Plys road to the state record and Mustads $100,000 payout. His record was only eight, he said, but it should be and would be 15. You might not find a 10-pounder but you have a chance to catch a lot of big ones that have been feeding on trout. The When the water temperature climbs into the 50-degree range, prespawn bass move from the chunk rock to pea gravel banks, where the fish are susceptible to crawfish-colored crankbaits or jigs flipped to shallow cover 8 feet deep. Alternative methods include: throwlines, trotlines, limb lines, bank lines, jug lines, spearfishing, snagging, snaring, gigging, grabbing, archery and atlatl. The Missouri Department . Largemouth Bass; Smallmouth Bass; Website. Only a small percentage of sampled largemouth bass were over 18 inches, much less than many fisheries in the State. There is also a walking path around the lake but it is 20+ kilometers. To recap, Arkansas is OK with the bait, but not OK with the way the fish was weighed, even though it has sanctioned records weighed under similar circumstance in the recent past. FIVE OR 10 MINUTE DRIVE TIME DELAY. 3501 for assistance in finding and contacting the nearest identification expert. 70 INBOUND SLOW GOING 21 MINUTES. Uxa released his client's fish. Shad production has been high in recent years which has lead to healthier and faster growing largemouth bass populations. The percentage of the population ofspotted (Kentucky) bassover the 12-inch size limiton the Niangua arm was 13percent, and on the Glaize Arm was 10 percent. Both state records. Sunny winterday here. April 29 Carpenters' Buddy Bass Tournament at Lake of the Ozarks, PB2, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For info: "Last year I caught a 24-pound hybrid in Oklahoma, but I couldn't find a game warden to confirm it. Free. Blue catfishremain active later into the fall and can be caught year-round. "It was just a normal day out fishing," Rodriguez said. ______________________ Dont tell anyone but, they can also be found upstream in the Deepwater Creek. Copyright 2012 Jason Covington Plys fish of a lifetime was potentially worth $1.1 million. https://ftw.usatoday.com/2023/02/oh-ivie-texas-produces-yet-another-extraordinary-largemouth-bass-catch, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The mid-lake area on down is uncharacteristically muddy now, and I know that bass get light-colored when they are in the mud. list of 50 biggest largemouth bass caught in Texas. Rodney is attempting to work through appeal avenues but isnt looking for a lawyer just yet. I've never sued anyone in my life. Clear Lake: A Microcosm of our Economy The water from Montrose is used to cool the utility power plant which keeps the Lake warmer all year long. The retired 68-year-old Gainesville angler didnt break a Missouri largemouth bass fishing record set by his father six decades ago, but he sure had fun trying. Truman Reservoir is a more than 55,000-acre of water reservoir in Missouri, Southeast of Kansas City. For comparison, theworld record is a tie at 22 pounds, 4 ounces. That wraps up the top 10 best largemouth bass lakes in Missouri. Anglers may be recognized in two different categories: pole and line or alternative methods (this includes trotlines, throwlines, limblines, banklines, jug lines, spearfishing, snagging, snaring, gigging, grabbing, bow, crossbow or atlatl). A Carthage, Missouri, man broke the state record-holder for hybrid striped bass, after catching a 21-pound, 11-ounce fish May 19 at Lake of the Ozarks. I smiled to myself when I saw his serious expression as he worked his jig ever so slowly. The Central Missouri reservoir will host the Carhartt Bassmaster College Midwest Conference Regional March 29-31, followed by the Costa Bassmaster High School Midwest Open April 2 and the B.A.S.S. The lake was created by damming the White River for flood control and hydroelectric generation near the border of Missouri and Arkansas. We protect and manage the fish, forest, and wildlife of the state. Trace Jansen from Buda caught a 15.32-pound and 28-inch largemouth bass on Lake Use caution when navigating areas of submerged stumps. During this time, they can be found with football jigs with soft plastic trailers and spinnerbaits. Grow your fishing skills and improve your angling effectiveness. "As an Ozark angler the one thing you really learn to rely on are fishing those channel turns and figuring out what part of the channel turns the fish are in," McClelland said. If they are caught, that does not mean that they will make the record books or that tackle sponsors will pay the successful angler. Lake of the Ozarks is a 54,000-acre lake in Missouri with a max depth of 130 feet created by damming the Osage River. Nation Central Regional April 5-7. Covering 54,000 acres and over 1,150 miles of shoreline, the Lake of the Ozarks is home to some of the best fishing in the country. George Perry broke the record for the largest bass ever caught back on June 2nd, 1932. The retired 68-year-old Gainesville angler didn't break a Missouri largemouth bass fishing record set by his father six decades ago, but he sure had fun trying. . (Courtesy Rodney Ply), "I caught the record fish and should be in the record books for that record fish. The fish was weighed in front of witnesses, but not the folks specified, and the marina scale, the only one they found big enough to weigh the fish, was certified after the fact as accurate. These fish are as elusive as they come. Flipping a 3/8-ounce jig with a plastic chunk will catch the shallowest fish along the rock banks or in the brush piles. WE WILL SHOW YOU THE PART OF TOWN THAT HAS SEEN ITS HOMICI RATE DOUBLED IS HERE. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, the largest bass caught in Texas was an 18.18-pound largemouth reeled from Lake Fork in 1992. With over 900 miles of shoreline, Truman reservoir offers some of the best bank fishing opportunities for large bass in the spring and fall seasons when theyre transitioning to spawn for feeding up for winter. Please check your email for a confirmation. Lake levels have been high in recent years which has made it harder to catch fish but has supported healthier and more productive spawns. Arkansas Tourism. Largemouth can be found in spawning patterns in shallow water in spring months like March but as things heat up in April theyll move to hard bottom banks in transition. Copyright1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. It didnt make the list for top largemouth lake but its a top choice for anglers looking to catch a bunch species in a single trip. Bilby is our surprise add to round out our honorable mentions. It hasnt rained for a month, and the water is so clear and low right now. Rodney also submitted his fish to the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), which is the official keeper of fishing world records. Give the James River and Long Creek arms a try in the spring and fall where large congregations of shad help bass put on weight with less effort and crappie can be caught with smaller presentations. Most bass are found in the warmer section of Lake Taneycomo. Brush piles have been placed throughout the Lake to attract and support black bass, among other species. Crappie and panfish can also be found throughout the Bull Shoals Lake. One cove over, although I have never gotten them to bite., Not likely, he said. Clarity of the Lake is relatively low with visibilities of just about 3 feet on average. Locating these areas with sonar and targeting them with jig and trailer has proven successful in the past. ", A spreader bar is used mainly for billfishing. Consider search and jerk baits that give you the power to let your bait sink and fish multiple strike zones to find suspended fish. (Courtesy Rodney Ply) will be back 75 YEARS AGO, THOUSANDS OF MEN DEPARTED FOR NORMANDY. events come to the lake, most of the bass will be in the prespawn stage. If the water is stained or murky, 3/8-ounce jigs tipped with a plastic craw, and Texas-rigged plastic lizards or creature baits will trigger strikes from bedding bass. The Lake has a max depth of 210 feet and average depth of just over 75 feet at normal pool. ", Certified world-record bass versus a world-record sized bass, Book Chronicles Raising Record 27-Pound Bass, Fishermen Search Kentucky for World-Record Lake of Dreams, Austerity measures for a balanced economy. Join over 100k anglers who receive our newsletter.Techniques, tips and tackle breakdowns personalized to your local area. On the upper ends of the lake, bass spawn around laydowns or behind boat docks along the rock banks of pockets. "[IGFA rules state] two-hook lures are legal, and I was told [by the IGFA] my lure did not inhibit the fight of the fish or give me an unfair advantage in landing it, no more than any other lure. Each of these lakes fishes a little different based on forage, structure, type of lake, and water clarity. In the summer and winter theyre found in the deeper spots on the lake where marine electronics can help you locate ledges and submerged structure like brush piles. I really believed the lake could potentially produce a winning stringer nearly from (Bagnell) dam as far up the (Osage) river as you can go at any given time, he said. Spinnerbaits make a great play for grabbing a largemouths attention. Regulations and limits listed in the guidebook are enforced statewide. I did not say anything to Gary about seeing the fish. Bluegill, channel catfish, largemouth bass are proven stocking combination that provides both food and sport-fishing. The Lake has a reputation for yielding big blue catfish every year and produced a former state-record flathead catfish weighing 66 pounds. The Lake is both a top bass lake and trophy crappie destination. Species present include largemouth bass, catfish, spotted bass, crappie, walleye, white bass, striped bass and paddlefish. Mike made many unsuccessful casts for several days before the anniversary as he fondly recalled the now-legendary story and, sadly, how his father couldnt continue his favorite pastime very long. be captured by legal methods from Missouri waters. Alligator Gar: See page 10 of the 2023 Fishing Guidebook. Stockton is a 25,000-acre lake in the Southern part of Missouri, just north of Springfield. Suspending jerkbaits and other search baits will help you cover lots of water to find suspending fish in the summer and winter patterns. If Bushong had caught his bass in Arkansas, it would not have set a record. A safari jeep full of tourists were observing two fighting rhinos when the animals suddenly turned their attention on the jeep and charged. It ended up being a striper that weighed more than 68 pounds and the 12-year-old world record is 64-8. Drifting and fishing live or cut shad on days with a light breeze consistently produces the best catches. Crappie and bass are plentiful, especially in spring, when it's also a great time to spot wildlife scurrying across the tree-lined shores. State Record Fish Program Rules https://ftw.usatoday.com/2021/05/angler-lands-rare-golden-largemouth-bass-one-fish-in-a-million, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The million-dollar fish, as they call it, might be a pipe dream. Shockingly, scientists have even found piranha living in it! He believes his "lure and fish got caught up in the Alabama rig controversy," he said. I didnt think anything about it for an hour and a half of fishing, he said. Before I even had the chance to ask him, he was pulling up the trolling motor and putting on his life jacket to head over to the next cove. Rodriguez said he wasn't surprised when he reeled in the bass. It isnt uncommon to find 8-9 pound largemouth in Lake of the Ozarks, especially in the spring months as bass are evenly distributed throughout the lake's arms and coves. Right here, he said. Rodriguez said he wasn't surprised when he reeled in the bass. So many of the fish are protected from angling most of the year because of all the cover boat docks allow them to have., The lake is also extremely fertile and has a huge concentration of shad, he said. The new sidewalk will be ADA-compliant. The fish was just shy of the state record of 18.18 pounds, making it the eighth-heaviest largemouth bass ever caught in Texas. null. Bushongs monster first weighed 14 pounds at the Pontiac Boat Dock but was kept on ice many hours before conservation officials were able to assess it. Please check your email for a confirmation. BassResource may receive a portion of revenues if you make a purchase using a link above. The waters pretty clear now, but these fish sit in 15 feet of water right next to a big submerged tree. Winter is also an excellent time to fish for bass by slowly fishingjerkbaitsoff points or pea gravel banks. Additional species in Mozingo Lake include crappie, walleye, and catfish. This is Rodney Ply's bait in question, which weighs 1.4 ounces. But when I looked at the mouth and gills, I wondered if he was sick., ALSO ON FTW OUTDOORS: Humpback whales unthinkably high breach captured in photos. The lake annually yields bass in the 5- to 7-pound range during the spring, with a few 8- or 9-pounders caught as well. Spinner baits during the spawn with a transition to finesse techniques further offshore during the summer heat can yield good catching results. Smithville is a trophy largemouth bass fishery thanks to stocking efforts, but anglers can also catch crappie, catfish and occasional walleye. Just imagine spending the day in the wilderness, going after creatures like Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Black and White Crappie, Catfish, White Bass, Hybrid . The state records . This lake is known for producing big bass in the 8-9-pound range. . Ive only seen them roam the shoreline once.. Although smaller in size, Mark Twain Reservoir has been described as a smaller Truman Reservoir based on its similar low water clarity, standing timber, and frequent water level fluctuations. Unfortunately, during the 1930s, world records didn't exist yet. Uxa and former Missouri Department of Conservation Fisheries Biologist Greg Stoner concur that the second 10-pounder was probably the same bass Uxas client caught previously. Concentrate on brush piles, especially those located on or near points. For Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. Some bluegill darted away when the shadow of the boat covered their hanging spot. Fish species present include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, crappie, bluegill, catfish, and some white bass. Youll find largemouth bass but might need to find someone to repair you lower unit as well. A small town named Linn Creek sits below the lake's surface. This story completes his goal of visiting the site of a Missouri fishing record on the date of its diamond anniversary. Target these fish in late winter and early spring as the water warms and fish move up to spawn. I really believe that more bass forage on crappie than we can ever imagine., The Lake of the Ozarks features the same defined creek channels and turns as the rest of the Ozark highland reservoirs. Despite the heavy fishing pressure from all tournaments, the Central Missouri lake continues to produce one-day winning limits of 20 to 25 pounds from March through May. The bass was the first of about 15 largemouth bass Rogers and his friend caught and released that evening. He discussed the fete last week with a friend, Ray Grisham of Gainesville, who also regularly fishes on Bull Shoals. Slot limits exist for both crappie and bass which was contributed to a healthy population of both species. Norfolk has built a reputation as a top bass fishery for the last 50 years and consistently produces giant bags. Black bass are nearly 100% catch and release with a minimum of 18 inches. Largemouth bass are typically mottled green with pale bellies (see photo below). Opportunities for catchinghybrid striped bassare good in the Truman Dam tailwater and, during the summer and winter months, in spring-fed areas of the lake. "I think they got so caught up in the controversy of the Alabama rig, they're afraid to do anything with my lure. NICK: LOTS OF SUN FOR THE REST OF THE MORNING AND EARLY THIS AFTERNOON. Some big fish were caught in a recent flood but nothing close to 14 pounds. The water sparkled with light ripples off the water at the entrance. We caught a few fish and learned some new techniques. The hybrid striped bass is the sixth state record fish caught this year.Missouri state record fish are recognized in two categories: pole-and-line and alternative methods. Gilmore said that people frequently speed down the road, and the school is making plans to build an additional parking lot and possibly have classrooms on school-owned property directly across the street, meaning students and community members will be crossing the roadway often. They are out there, but that does not mean that they are going to be caught. Black bass fishing may be slower than previous years on the Niangua and Glaize arms. Anglers were then allowed to catch and keep some of the spotted bass that would otherwise die of old age. A crawfish-colored medium-diving crankbait such as a Storm Lures Wiggle Wart works best for bass suspended in the 6- to 7-foot range. (i.e., massive) white large-mouth bass. The bass weighed a whopping 22 pounds and four ounces. RACHEL: TAKING A LOOK AT YOUR FIRST ALERT TRAFFIC. The guy that found them has seen them at least six or seven times. STORMS COULD DEVELOP AS EARLY AS 5:00. Species present include white bass, hybrid striped bass, and largemouth. We facilitate and provide opportunity for all citizens to use, enjoy, and learn about these resources. Im for real. He was. BassingBob February Bass Roundtable- February 21, 2023. Lake of the Ozarks will showcase its superb bass fishing during three B.A.S.S. I wondered how many hours he dedicated to fishing that one spot. The ability to locate good structure is the key to successful crappie fishing on Lake of the Ozarks. The lake can be accessed from a boat ramp on the south side just off highway 46. Water in the cooler, average depths does support colder water species like smallmouth and walleye. In other words, the IGFA considered Rodney's bait an umbrella-type rig. The bass at O.H. Lake of the Ozarks, Lake of the Ozarks Our conversation headed to size and records. FILE THAT AWAY AT THAT IS IN YOUR DRIVE THE SPRING. He does scuba for fun and water skiing and stuff. He caught this prized trophy at Dale Hollow Lake in Tennessee. Spawning success with the slot limit should ensure a quality fishery for years to come. This 17.27-pound largemouth was caught by Bill O'Berry in Polk County in 1986. "The lure I used is nothing more than a spinnerbait using two hooks and weighing 1.4 ounces. This record has a bit of controversy surrounding it. When the water temperature reaches 45 to 50 degrees, local experts target prespawn bass in the tributary arms along 45-degree chunk rock banks and in brush piles behind boat docks. . The competition began on . Taneycomo operates like both a river and a lake based on its position on the White River. I'd never even dreamed of catching a fish like this in my lifetime, and the way it's turned out has been real disheartening for me. In a survey by the Missouri Department of Conservation, over 50% of sampled largemouth were 13 and 18 inches and 30% were greater than 15 inches. Learn more about this fishing tournament at Lake Of The Ozarks on Mar 17, 2023 from Omnia Fishing. There are principles out there that have to be held up to a bigger standard.". CLOSED INTERSTATE 70. He calls it a Bass Tricker, a combination of sorts between a spinnerbait and an umbrella rig. 6325 Sandburg Road Suite 100Golden Valley, MN 55427. A pair of them. Fish must be weighed on a certified scale in the presence of an employee of the Missouri Department of Conservation. Uxa released his clients fish. be a species included on the Missouri State Record Fish list. "But for this particular situation, with the bait being used, we decided to move it to the rules committee to let them decide on the legalities of it, he said. His fishing reel was falling off the pole, and he had to hand-retrieve line, lure and lunker, and then reach down and grab the fish by the mouth. Even though, as allowed under IGFA rules, Ply has appealed the IGFA ruling (no word from the IGFA whether appeals have ever been successful), the bottom line for him is this: "I'm just sick over it, really.". This large lake has a hop on hop off bus service which goes around the whole lake the cost is 5 euros. Largemouth are an angler favorite on Table Rock Lake due to the abundance and size. I just want what's right. In the dirty waters of the tributaries, buzzbaits and Zara Spooks are the top producers. The spawn is usually on when the water temperature climbs into the 60-degree range. The water is muddy so increase blade sizes and bright colors on your tackle selection. The world record largemouth according to the IGFA is shared by Manabu Kurita and George W. Perry. Trees lined the shoreline. JOHNNY: TWO LANES BY. Table Rock is mainly located in Missouri, but the upper portions of the Long Creek, Kings River, and White River all reach into Arkansas, so make sure you have the proper licensing for fishing these sections. Ivie. April 15-16 Big Bass Bash at Lake of the Ozarks, PB2/RedOak/Alhonna/PtRandall/IvyBend, from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. Taneycomo Lake is a narrow 2,100-acre, clear and cold-water Lake that sits between Table Rock Lake and Bull Shoals Reservoir in Southwest Missouri. One thing working against anglers is that theres lots of forage to eat in Bilby Ranch. O.H. The Gainesville City Council voted at their Feb. 14 meeting to accept a bid to replace the sidewalk on Third and Main Streets including this section of the sloped sidewalk on Main Street, which is currently not ADA-compliant. A pair of them. Ivie lake are getting bigger each year. . MLF's GEICO Select series began its sixth season of filming as 24 top anglers competed in the Bass Pro Shop Summit Select presented by Ferguson on Lake of the Ozarks. IGFA world record coordinator Jack Vitek said that "99.9 percent of the time," world-record submissions are handled by IGFA staff. So thus far, no $100,000 for Ply for a state record. The landlocked Midwestern State of Missouri is nestled between the borders of 8 US States (tied for a record among US States-the other in TN) and boasts some of the best largemouth bass fishing in the Country. Gary killed the engine and used the trolling motor the rest of the way in. When the wind blows, a 1/2-ounce white spinnerbait is the best bet for aggressive bass in the shallows. Paint the Town at Shawnee Bluff Vineyard. Spinnerbaits work great in the spring with finesse techniques in deeper water in the summer. Length (in.) Shop Our Favorite February Amazon Deals Before the Sales End, The 14 Best Mineral Sunscreens of 2023, According to Pros, 14 TikTok-Famous Cleaning Products That Actually Work, According to Our Experts, 14 Best Healthier Candy Alternatives of 2023, According to Taste Tests. But that in itself isn't illegal, according to the IGFA: If, when a fish strikes, the line with hooked fish breaks away from the spreader bar, it's world record legal. I havent come by this way for a while.. A spreader bar, often used in blue water for billfish, is used to mimic a school of baitfish, like an umbrella rig does. Largemouth bass can be found throughout the Truman Reservoir but focus in on the South Grand Arm if thats close to your launch area. The recent catch of a gold-colored largemouth bass was described as exceedingly rare by an Arkansas biologist. Best price guaranteed, verified reviews, and secure online booking. Osage Beach, Mo. Find the structure and youll find the fish on this big Lake. Pomme De Terre Reservoir is 7,800-surface acre lake parked between Stockton Lake to the southwest and the giants Truman Reservoir and Lake of the Ozarks to the northeast. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, the largest bass caught in Texas was an 18.18-pound largemouth reeled from Lake Fork in 1992. These 10-15 honorable mentions include Norfolk, Montrose, Smithville, Clearwater, and, maybe surprisingly, Bilby Ranch Lake. If you are after channel catfish, try to keep your bait on or near the bottom, and fish relatively close to the shoreline. Fish tend to grow larger in southern lakes because their dormant feeding season is shorter. Sign up for the For The Win newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, An historic California gold-mining town located at an elevation of 8,375 feet islike most of the Eastern Sierrablanketed in deep (). Heres a look at the most productive patterns for springtime Lake of the Ozarks bass during the three stages of the spawn. If these persons cannot identify the species with certainty, they must seek the assistance of a designated fish identification expert. THIS IS A LOOK AT THE BACKUP AT A STANDSTILL RIGHT NOW. The fish's weight was verified on a certified scale at MDC's Roaring River Hatchery in Cassville. The younger Bushong surmises that the popularity of fishing and heavy lake pressure from tournaments, among other things, have likely resulted in the harvest of most fish that could have otherwise grown to hog proportions. Species include largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, and the occasional walleye from previous stockings. The Toyota ShareLunker Program collects bass weighing 13 pounds or more. Want to catch a 9 pounder? To be an Arkansas state record, a fish has to be weighed on certified scales, and someone from Arkansas Game and Fish or the U.S. The late Marvin Bushong caught a 13-pound, 14-ounce monster on April 21, 1961, just inside the Show-Me State and across from what is now the Pontiac Cove Marina on Bull Shoals Lake. When stocked in this order and properly managed, these species provide great fishing and good eating. The lake annually yields bass in the 5- to 7-pound range during the spring, with a few 8- or 9-pounders caught as well. including channel catfish, blue catfish, and largemouth bass. Listing of Current: Top 50 Largemouth Bass . WANT 10% OFF? DeGray Lake . I could see the honesty in the dark tan lines at the edge of his eyes. Tuusula Tourism: Tripadvisor has 842 reviews of Tuusula Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Tuusula travel resource. In 1955, David L. Hayes caught the world's largest smallmouth bass ever. The bite is really good fish are moving to the banks as the water warms up. In 2019 water levels were higher than in previous years which made fishing tough but did set ideal conditions to spawn and growth. Lake Marion is the largest man-made lake in the state, covering nearly 110,000 acres and 315 miles of shoreline. So, this catch didn't come as a surprise that it was a record-breaker.". This fishing paradise has also produced three other state-record catches: a 41-pound muskellunge, a 36-pound, 12-ounce smallmouth buffalo and a 40-pound, 8-ounce freshwater drum. Largemouth bass electrofishing surveys conducted during the spring of 2022 indicated that the percentage of the population equal to or greater than the 15-inch size limit was 22 percent on the Niangua Arm, and 13 percent on the Glaize Arm.The percentage of the population of spotted (Kentucky) bass over the 12 . 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