By Capt. Valerie Morrell
College basketball isn’t the only sport that created March Madness this year. If you missed the fishing at Headwaters Reservoir this past March, you missed what many are calling a “perfect storm” of angling conditions.
This year, the atmosphere remained stable. The water stayed calm, and the fish stayed comfortable, allowing for a steady, predictable bite that lasted from the first of the month to the last. As the Florida sun beat down on the shallow, vegetation-rich flats of Headwaters, the water temperatures climbed steadily into the low-to-mid 70s. This “magic number” serves as a biological dinner bell for largemouth bass. February’s uncharacteristic low temperatures made the March spawn better than in previous years.
Many of my clients experienced aggressive topwater strikes: frogs, Big Ez’s, and spooks were lethal in the early morning. A consistent shiner bite: For those using live bait, the action was nearly nonstop, with myself and other captains reporting 30 to 50 fish days. High Energy spawn and post-spawn feeding: bass that had already finished their duties were hungry and looking to pack on weight. The combination of stable weather, climbing water temperatures, and a peak spawning cycle created a window of opportunity that most anglers only dream of. Whether you were a seasoned pro or a weekend hobbyist, it was almost impossible not to find success among the flooded timber and lily pads.
Headwaters Reservoir is quickly becoming the “go to” destination for Florida Largemouth for both Florida residents and anglers from across the country looking to catch a trophy bass.
If I’ve sparked your interest and you would like to book a trip to Headwaters, I still have dates available for April. Visit my website at morrellfishing.com, scan the QR code, or call me directly at 863-633-7335 for more information.
