How to Fish the Grass on Lake Guntersville in February

How to Fish the Grass on Lake Guntersville in February

As we progress into February on Lake Guntersville, we become fully aware of the importance of the grass on the lake. Not only the positive affect it has on the fish but also the troubles the grass presents as it pulls away from the bottom and interferes with your bait action. If you have been on the lake lately you have noticed that the grass is not everywhere so finding the grass is the first key to having an enjoyable day on the lake. If you have been observant than you know that there is several different variations of grass on Guntersville in the winter as well as the summer months. February forces you to understand the differences so you can make the right choice when trying to locate fish.

One key element I find in the winter is green grass is key to February fishing, if the grass is brown it is dying and hence does not produce the oxygen it takes to hold bass; point being stay away from the dying grass as you can bet the bass will not be there. Next is the type of grass; there are many species of grass on Guntersville it is not always needed to be able to name them but knowing there is a difference in the grass types is important as winter February grass many times holds the fish only in areas where one grass type is dominant over the other, forcing you to see the difference so you can locate the same type of grass and hence the bass. Focusing on grass similarities is important to getting your next bite.

Bait selection is also an important aspect to February fishing on Lake Guntersville, you must be able to work your bait over and around the grass, as a rattle bait is the big go to bait in February. However floating grass like ell grass is really tough on a rattle bait as it deters the bait action and makes your day aggravating. You really have to pick your locations to fish not only based on grass but also in areas where the floating eel grass will not impede your bait. Be observant pick the right grass, areas and baits that will bring you success!