Got my 30 this morning using the same method 3.5 miles straight north of the Portage River by 9:30 today. Probably had 20 by 8 then it slowed when all the boats started rolling in. Drop the spreader to the bottom and leave it sit for 30 seconds or so and slowly lift and feel for resistance. It was a beautiful weekend on the lake with my granddaughters joining me on Saturday.