[dennyboy]

No fishermen there, but no fish either. That's probably why no fishermen. I did manage to catch 2 bluegill In 2 hrs. One 7" on a Bitsy Minnow in the Ghost color (with four additional hits), and one 6" on a Gulp Alive 1" Minnow in Pumpkinseed (with a few more nibbles). If there is a panfish in the area, it will take the Gulp 1" minnow, almost without fail. A good bait for kids as it even catches tiny bluegill under 2 inches. Use it under a bobber just like using a worm.

Don't let that fool you though. Last month I caught a 17" largemouth on one of those 1" minnows. I use a #8 Aberdeen hook. If the fish are running small, string the hook through the minnow's body about 3/4 way. If they are 6" or more, just hook it across the head.

I also tried some topwater by the dam with no luck. Anyone ever do any good with topwater next to the dam, or is farther down-river a better bet?