Early May might be a little early as others have said. Depends on water temp. By then the forum will be very busy. Most of the posters are pretty honest about what they are using. When spoons are working most anything will work. Have a decent selection, and try different colors. I pull mostly stingers. Must haves are wonder bread with copper back. White back works too. Monkey puke, and perch are the 3 I start with when I’m by myself running 3 rods. Wonder bread is my #1. Sometimes I end up with that on all 3 rods. Only problem is the farm animals love the wonder bread too. Try to have at least 2 of everything. I’ve had days that I caught all 6 on 1 rod. I now keep 3-6 of each of my favorites on the boat just in case!