Catching bait at LC can be very difficult in the fall months. I am not saying it is impossible, but it can be a lot of work. Typically around November it gets easier. The lake temp is still warm and the alewives seem to go deeper. It very improtant to throw a net that is 8 to 10 foot size with heavy weights. Threadfins work ok and they are easier to cacth the key to keeping them alive is a good bait tank and it sounds like you have a good one. Also just make sure you add some salt to the water and check your baits often when they are on the hook. It is alwasys easier to catch bait up in the creeks compared to the marinas. I normally try to find a area that is 50 to 60 feet deep next to deep water (100 plus). Always turn your light after you throw, however, sometimes if the bait is deep I will not turn the light off until the net sinks about ten feet. As far as the net closing it does close some as it sinks, but it still stays somewhat open until you pull it up. Gizzard shad can be caught in shallow water up against the banks just make sure the bottom/shore has some clay on it. Pumkin, Greasy and Bugwood flats are good places to catch bait. Utilize your fish finder when searching for a spot and drop anchor when you come across a school. Throw out a light and wait until your Fishfinder starts to mark large schools of bait. I sometimes utilize a old tire to keep a light out all night. I bought a device along time ago that can turn off a 12V batttery remotely. Good luck and good fishin
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