CN How To July 2026 Crappie Dan’s Playbook, Structure Shadows
The most productive crappie locations are often where structure provides shade or creates a distinct transition between bright sunlight and ...
Product Buzz, by Scott Mackenthun
Berkley Drip Swimmer Berkley has your trailer of choice with their Drip Swimmer. The 3-inch version is perfect for crappie ...
Paddlin’ with Madalyn—Step One: Kayak Launch
Paddlin’ with Madalyn—Step One: Kayak Launch Photos and Story By Madalyn Roberts Kayak launch and loading is an aspect of ...
Summer Crankbait Fishing—It’s HOT! Story and photos by Tim Huffman
Bad, but good! The bad is getting a crankbait out, but the good news is a fisherman knows he has ...
One Ounce Makes History By Keith Sutton
David Selle of Lino Lakes displays the 4-pound, 1-ounce black crappie he caught from Cedar Lake in Rice County, Minnesota. ...
Crappie Basics: Slider Time By Keith Sutton
Right in the strike zone—this crappie couldn’t resist a weedless slider slipped through heavy cover. Crappie Basics: Slider Time By ...
The St. Johns River: A Habitat Haven for Crappie By Anietra Hamper
Crappie angler Donnie McCormick taking advantage of the morning bite on the St. Johns River tributaries in Florida. Photo credit: ...
Keeping Minnows Alive and Lively Story and photos by Keith Sutton
Using lively minnows can mean the difference between catching lots of nice slabs or none. Keeping Minnows Alive and Lively ...
CN How To June 2026 Crappie Dan’s Playbook, Bobby Garland New Colors
This year, Bobby Garland Soft Plastic colors continue to deliver the proven patterns anglers trust while introducing fresh, fish-catching options ...
Paddlin’ with Madalyn: The Importance of Using a Kayak Safety Checklist
Paddlin’ with Madalyn—The Importance of Using a Kayak Safety Checklist Photos and Story By Madalyn Roberts I’ve been crappie fishing ...