In the past I have always searched (with a little success) for red ears in shallow areas close to a creek channel no matter how slight the channel during full moon phases. (it was explained to me that the Red Ears only go to bed during full moon March - June) during other periods of the month I was told to search deeper water 10-15 ft. ( I have had no success finding Red ears when They are not on shallow beds) in The past, I have only tight lined for them with night crawlers. With that said...Please correct me on what I am doing/believing wrong. is it ok for the bait to be on the bottom or should I seek to always suspend it a few inches above?

The info given so far has given me many ideas of thigs to try. I thank you all!

In my opinion, A Red Ear is second to no fresh water fish at the table. I Love Em!