Provided by Angler’s Headquarters through the state Department of Natural Resources.

Bass: Tournament angler Andy Wicker of Pomaria reports that, while there are some fish which pretty much live shallow all year, in December the greatest number of fish will be found in deep water. Early in the winter is prime time for spoon fishing, and Alabama rigs will also catch fish.

Striped bass: Captain Brad Taylor (803-331-1354) reports that in December on Lake Murray there is no more popular pattern than throwing double rigs around feeding birds. Fish are all over the lake but the best numbers are up the lake.

Crappie: Captain Brad Taylor reports that in December the crappie should really turn on and move into the creek channels up the lake. Tight-lining close to the bottom should be the best pattern.

Catfish: Captain William Attaway (803- 924-0857) reports that December is another excellent month for catching catfish on Lake Murray. Drifting or anchoring with cut bait in the river channels is the best pattern for blue catfish, but channel catfish should be spread out all over.