This week’s Mobile-Tensaw Delta Fishing Report centers on a fishery in transition, with spring patterns opening the door to more aggressive bites and a wider range of techniques.

Host Nick Williams checks in with Justin Dunham, who’s leaning into the bass spawn and taking advantage of more active fish by throwing faster-moving baits like topwaters, spinnerbaits, and crankbaits. The key, he explains, is balancing that aggression with the ability to slow down when needed, and being willing to adjust based on what the fish are telling you. With warming water, fish are feeding up, but conditions like tide, wind, and time of day still dictate how long to stay in a spot and how to approach it .

The conversation then shifts to crappie with Dip McMillian, who shares a standout tournament performance driven almost entirely by years of detailed note-taking. His system—tracking tide, moon phase, location, and timing—allowed him to find fish without pre-fishing, reinforcing how predictable the Delta can be if you pay attention over time. He also highlights the importance of moving water, noting that the bite turned on as soon as the tide started flowing, with fish pushing out to feed more aggressively .

Across both segments, the takeaway is simple but powerful: this is a high-opportunity window in the Delta. Fish are active, patterns are forming, and success comes down to staying flexible, covering water, and learning from each trip so you can stack the odds in your favor the next time out.

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