Tips from Gus!
Many times, the first throw with a cast net is the most important one. The quicker the bait can be caught, the quicker you can begin fishing. If you use a cast net frequently, store it in a few inches of water. A wet net will cast easier and open wider.
Gus gives a regular fishing report for Lake Norman in NC and includes striper and bass. There is some good information that applies to lakes around KY.
http://www.fishin.com/reports/nc/lakenorman.htm