With the season well underway, I'm again faced with fishing gin clear water. It's a constant challenge to catch fish, and not spook them. After a few seasons at this clear water lake, I've learned to stay back and make longer cast. I also have to be aware of shadows from the boat, which can put fish down for a time. At times, clear water fish can be very tuned in to the surface, and topwaters work well on some days. Overcast days, just spitting rain are always good, as is night fishing. I usually have to fish deeper for these fish. Most days they're hugging the bottom, especially on bright sunny days. I'm convinced that clear water fish are more sensitive to noise from above. It helps to be stealthy. Boat noise, loud talking or similar things can spook them in my experience. For those that fish clear, deep water, what are your methods? Do you have any certain things that work the best for you?
