Crappie Fishing Tips

Whether you are new to Crappie fishing, or an avidcompletely. The truth is they do not disappear, they
fisherman, it never hurts to other opinions and tips fromjust change the area in which they frequent. One day
both professional and amateur fisherman alike. Somethe crappie may be found in shallow water around
fisherman have a habit of finding one certain style ofsubmerged weeds, and may be schooling in 30 foot
fishing, and sticking to it. While doing what makes youopen waters the next. The trick is attracting the more
most comfortable may allow you to fish without anyillusive Crappie to your bait. This can be accomplished
surprises, many times that style of fishing may nowseveral ways.
work in all situations and conditions. By trying different1) Fish slower. Give the Crappie more time to see the
things, you may find that you increase your catch.bait.
Fishing for Crappie in Winter2) Use bright colored baits. Orange/chartreuse, yellow
During the winter, water temperatures can drop belowchartreuse, and green/chartreuse Crappie Pro jig
40 degrees. When the water is this cold, look forbodies are favorites among professional fisherman.
schooling crappie in deeper areas from 18 to 30 feet.3) If you are using artificial bait, use bait scents. tip out
Most areas water stay below this temperature fromjigs with a piece of minnow or Berkley Crappie Nibbles.
late November to early march. Concentrate on sharp4) Allow for more bait movement. While moving the
bends or points and work both directions with a slowbait requires more time and energy, it attracts the
presentation until you find the right depth and colorCrappie by giving the illusion of live bait.
combination. Professional fisherman prefer to start withFishing for Crappie in Spring
darker colors of red, green, or orange in combinationsFishing for Crappie during the spring may be the
with yellow or chartreuse tails. Pre-tie your rigs andeasiest, because most Crappie are spawning during
setup. By having the rigs already tied we can spendthis time. The male Black Crappie construct a large
more time fishing, and much less time changing baits. Itnest by fanning out small depressions around the
also beats attempting to tie new bait on when thebottom of brush, various vegetation, rocks, or
temperature is low and your fingers are numb.submerged boulders, in water anywhere from 1 to 5
Fishing for Crappie in Fallfeet deep. The female Black Crappie then come in
Fall is literally the hardest time to fish for Crappie.and lay eggs in the nest. Concentrate on these types
During the fall, crappie may seem to disappearof areas, and keep an open mind.