White River Tailwaters Fishing Report 04.18.12

The White River has had a great bite going on. For the last week there has been high generation levels at the Bull Shoals Dam creating great fishing conditions. Best baits right now are Frozen Shad, CD7 or CD9 in gold or silver, Rouges blue or black back with orange belly. Bait fishing Sculpin, Nightcrawlers, or Shad has been producing some sizable Rainbows. Powerbait and Powerbait Trout worms in yellow, bubblegum,or orange has been doing well to catch numbers.  For the Fly Fisherman Streamers and White Jigs.  Call me if you have questions. Be sure of yourself or get a guide.  Now is some of the best times to catch world class fish. Call 870-445-4444 for availability, or visit the website at www.bullshoals.com/marmar or Email.marmarresort@wholedamarea.com.  If you choose to go on the river with Big Phil's Guides. You will be provided with many happy memories of the day !!! A half day for two everything is provided, all of the drinks, bait, rods and reels, for ONE SET PRICE. No ala-cart here. No add-ons at the last minute. We guarantee you catch fish or you do not have to pay anything. Now that's a guarantee. All game and fish regulations as well as limits are always observed. To report poaching or Game and Fish issues call 800-482-9262.A half day or a full day guide trip with a shore lunch as a gift makes a wonderful memory. The spawn brings on a special time for potential trophy fish.  Catch and release is preferred in all areas, however all kept fish are cleaned to request, whole, skinned, or filleted by their guide. The lake level on 04/16/12 was 654.67. Be aware of generation levels and lake levels. The  Water can be treacherous. Don't go with an inexperienced person on the river. Using Big Phil's Guides is the best way to go. If you have questions call 870-445-4444. Always have personal flotation devices on board and in hazardous conditions they should be worn. If your not familiar with the river get a licensed/insured guide or guide service for your fishing needs.