Welcome. stripers have been showing up in the Yardley area earlier and earlier. Generally speaking in the last few years but maybe not the next two years, the end of March and April is when the big ones (36” to mid 40’s) are around. If you expect to land these fish in the spring flows and amongst the big rocks you better have a stout set up. The schoolies (22 to say 27”) take over towards the end of April and May followed by resident juveniles (14” to 21”) throughout the summer. White Deceivers, Clousers, dragon tails, and half and half’s are about all you need. Just remember the schoolies and the big fish roam the river and those who cast more catch more. shore bound anglers are at a huge disadvantage in this area but you can still catch them. You might want to invest in an ugly stick, a Penn reel and a box of SP minnows if you want to up your chances from the bank. Good luck!
