Lafayette is set for another trout stocking this week, following two in early December. You might spot a few trout cruising shallow—try throwing a Panther Martin or jig. But the go-to methods here are PowerBait or floated nightcrawlers, usually cast and soaked from one of the fishing docks. Some folks rent a boat and troll with spoons.

With water temps dropping, bass action has slowed, though a 4-pounder was nailed last week on an underspin. This time of year, your best bet for bass is working slow finesse techniques, like a drop-shot with a small soft plastic, fished deep.