Sunday, May 1, 2022

Time for Big Bass: May’s Moon Phases, Spawn and Astro Tables

It’s the time of year when many fishermen will seek big bass as all members of the bass family move to the banks to spawn around the major moon phases during May.  


The astute bass angler will pay close attention to the major and minor activity periods by studying the alignment of celestial bodies compiled on astro charts or solunar tables for bass fishing.

In the following video, Doug Hannon, ESPN’s Bass Professor, (R.I.P. sir) explains the importance of the moon phases on fish and wildlife activity levels, especially big bass:


Next I have listed several links to solunar-based fishing time sites for your reference …

Bassmaster Fishing Calendars

InFisherman Best Fishing Times

US Primetimes Solunar Charts

Fish & Game Forecast by Yamaha

Good luck and have a great big bass season this year!

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