I generally get on the water while it's till dark outside. I have found that the recently stocked fish are spread out all over the lake and near the surface at this time. As the light comes up, then I start looking deeper for them.

My plan is to start with the ultra light spinning rod rigged with a small spinner, with single barbless hook, capable of reflecting what little light is around. I'll also grab the bug rod and try some wooly buggers and leeches that have a nice big profile.

I like to anchor up in a good spot when I first get on the water. Then when the bite slows down, I'll move to a new spot and anchor where I see more fish on the finder. As a last resort, I'll start trolling, but prefer not to when the crowds are out like that.

Once the huge crowds die down (sometimes several days later), then I start hunting for fish using the finder, or sight fishing for fish in the shallows. This can be a blast with your fly rod or spinners. I can stand up fairly well in my fat bottom canoe, so I can use the trolling motor to sneak up and cast right to the fish. If they don't like the spinners, I can usually get then to take a fly.

If the fish are deep, I'll go to trolling small rapalas or flat fish. If I'm still not having luck, I'll go with ultra light pop gear and maybe worms or powerbait.

If you get short strikes while trolling flies or bait, I like to drop the tip quickly after the first tap, and let the fly/lure/bait stutter for a second as if stunned. I find the fish will generally nail it when I do this.

Good luck out there!!