Shad

Shad would swim close to the shores, usually within 30-45 feet of land. Where is shad in the Columbia River? lower Snake RiverThere is no… Read More »How Far Up The Columbia River Do Shad Go?

mainstem Columbia River. Like salmon and steelhead, shad are anadromous. Biologically part of the herring family of fish, they spawn in the mainstem Columbia River… Read More »Where Do Columbia River Shad Spawn?

Shad can be caught regardless of weather, time, or season using Magic Bait. Shad Found in: River Time of Day: 9am – 2am Season: Spring… Read More »When Can A Shad Be Caught Stardew?

early mornings. The best time to fish for them is early mornings, though other times of the day work well too. Shad run 16-24 inches,… Read More »What Is The Best Time Of Day To Catch Shad?

For those who don’t know what a shad spawn is, it occurs each year towards the end of the bass spawning period. For a few… Read More »What Do Shad Do After They Spawn?

Like gizzard shad, threadfin shad are most commonly found in large rivers and reservoirs. Threadfin shad naturally occur in waters west of the Appalachian Mountains,… Read More »Where Do Threadfin Shad Live?

2 to 3 years. Many researchers believe that threadfin shad often compete for plankton with young-of-the-year predator species, especially largemouth bass. Life expectancy seldom exceeds… Read More »How Long Do Threadfin Shad Live?

Any medium power rod or lighter will work great. We recommend a medium vs a light power rating because many larger river species are feeding… Read More »What Kind Of Rod Do You Use For Shad Fishing?

Some (especially the American Shad) are appearing in the Susquehanna River watershed because of fish lifts on dams and stocking. Other Herring family members live… Read More »Where Can I Fish For Shad In Pa?

Although shad roe is fish eggs, the taste does not at all replicate caviar. It is a very delicate flavor. We often say that shad… Read More »What Kind Of Meat Is Shad Roe?