Early Season White Perch Run in the Thames
White perch are staging in the lower Thames in good numbers. Bloodworms and small jigs working well from shore.
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White perch run should peak this week. Focus on the deep channels near the sub base. As water warms, expect schoolie stripers to follow the bait up river.
Context
The Thames white perch run typically peaks the second week of April.
Synthesized from real-time NOAA buoy data, USGS stream gauges, and current reports across regional fishing blogs, captain updates, and angler forums. Check local regulations before keeping fish. Never trust a single source for a trip decision.
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