It’s all about the barometer
Spring 2026
By Capt. Cefus McRae
Ever wonder why fish bite one day, and then have lockjaw the next? Maybe it’s the weather, and more specifically weather patterns. Rapidly approaching weather systems can dramatically affect the bite.
Understanding the highs and lows relative to barometric pressure can provide insight on whether to put the boat in the water or stay home by the fire. Capt. Cefus McRae, the host of the Nuts & Bolts of Fishing series shares his thoughts about what changing weather does to the bite. Click here for the full story.
Capt. Cefus McRae of Hartwell is the star of the television series Nuts & Bolts of Fishing on CarbonTV and a number of other cable and internet outlets. Cefus also is a member of the Georgia Outdoor Writers Association. He can be contacted at cefus@nutandboltsoffishing.com.