I fish in the same areas. My source tells me the waters of St.Claire are still too cold. I agree with him after fishing Algonac Boardwalk last week.
If you like Perch and Catfish, go to Selfridge AFB. Anglers there tell me you have to catch the right day to get decent size perch or you'll end up with tadpoles and slow says. This species and location is not my cup of tea.
I'm waiting for the Walleye run, from Lake Erie, northbound through the Detroit River, into Lake St. Claire and its river towards Marysville and beyond.
Does anyone in this chat group do any fishing at Detroit River or St Clair River for walleye. Can't seem to get a reply from anybody this message has been up since October 21st.