The leaves are changing colors and the morning air is crisp—fall is here. For crappie anglers like me, that means one thing: It’s go time. As the water cools down, crappie metabolism and feeding activity…
As winter thaws into early spring, crappie anglers eagerly await the start of the pre-spawn feeding frenzy. When hunger, rising water temperatures, and annual baitfish migrations drive cold-lethargic slabs into a voracious frenzy come March. …
You may or may not have heard of crappie in the past. However, let me tell you they can be a blast to catch, tasty to eat and are found throughout a large portion of…
The best weather conditions for crappie are a warm sunny day around 60 to 85 degrees, preferably in which it has not rained recently and your water is semi clear. With temperatures in this range the crappie will likely be in depths of 2 to 4 feet of water and if not on spawn, then suspended around docks and brush.
Yes; Braided line is stronger than some other lines and does not stretch. You will need to use a flexible pole and set a light drag, to avoid pulling the hook out. But by doing so braided line is an excellent choice for crappie fishing.
Introduction to Crappie & Ponds Crappies are a freshwater fish popular for their taste and fight when caught. However, many people think it is crazy to try and stock crappie in ponds. Though the reason…
