Re: Lehigh River Browns
Browns are very active feeders in water temps in the low to mid 40,s
in my 15 seasons running Gt. Lakes charters , we often regularly caught bit browns in water temps in upper 30's right after ice out.
Lack of hatches in cold water turn them into opportunistic feeders, most waters contain enough minnow life to induce this change in feeding habits.
They don't actively feed like in 50 degree temps, but they do feed just not regulary.
Holdovers generally develop different feeding habits , compare it to you not settling for hamburger , when you can save energy & grab a steak now & then.
Metabolism is slowed by cold
water temps, so a solid meal can or has to last awhile.
Even a couple of degree change in water temps, can offer up a banner day even in the middle of winter!
It all refers back to water temps!
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