AboutMarc Wisniewski Expertise I can answer questions relating to all types of freshwater fishing, tackle, and tactics. I also can answer questions regarding rod building, lure making, and lure modification.
Experience My expertise is in Bass, Pike, Musky and the Great Lakes species. I have a lot of experience in Wisconsin and Lake Michigan in particular. With regard to Rod building, I have built custom rods since 1978. I have been building and designing lures for 35 years. I currently sell several of my lures both locally and nation wide. I have done work for several lure companies such as Mepps, Storm, Cisco Kid, and Suick
Organizations Wisconsin DNR Lake Michigan Forum (elected position)
Publications Two monthly columns in Midwest Outdoors Magazine, Co-writer of the weekly Lake Michigan Fishing Report in the Milwaukee Journal, The In-Fisherman Magazine(since 1986), Musky Hunter Magazine, The Badger Sportsman, Woods and Waters Magazine, The Mepps Fishing Guide, and I have been a guest on WGN Radio (Chicago) on their Saturday Outdoor program.
Education/Credentials I have an engineering background.
Expert: Marc Wisniewski Date: 5/7/2008 Subject: fishing in the rain?
Question Hey, my name is Seth i live in Missouri and here lately we have had down pours almost 4 times a week kind of makes it hard for me to go fishing my days off but then again i don't know much about fishing Sao basically my title explains it will fish hit in the rain can i fish in the rain period. i mean what are my chances of catching a fish and what bait should i use if thats the case.
thank you hear from you soon
Seth Piper
Answer Hi Seth,
Rainy days are great days to fish. The low pressure and cloud cover are always better than a bright sunny day.
But too much at once often causes problems with the lake or river you are fishing. It can cause rivers to get muddy and fast and difficult to fish. It can also cause lakes to get muddy if there is a lot of bank run-off.
Other than that, I'd say go fishing. In general, the fish are more active and feeding shallower on overcast rainy days. It also keeps a lot of fair-weather anglers off the water.
The obvious warnings apply. Get off the water if there is lightning or thunderstorms in the area. And get off if the winds get strong and gusty.
