Techniques
“And the Survey Says…”, by Richard Simms
Will larger size limits and smaller creel limits result in bigger crappie, or more crappie? Most fisheries biologists say, “Not...
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Reaching Crappie that are Hard to Reach, by Ed Mashburn
Dickey Porter demonstrates proper “dock shooting form.” It takes practice to perfect the art of skipping tiny crappie jigs up...
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Why Shoot Summertime Docks, by Richard Simms
Shooting docks is a prime summertime technique for crappie anglers. Read much more in this month’s article by Ed Mashburn...
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Hot Slabs in the Summertime, by Ken Perrotte
Jack Smith sets lines at the start of an evening of fishing. (Photo: Ken Perrotte) Hot Slabs in the...
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The Most Productive Crappie Lakes on the Planet, by Scott MacKenthun
Professional crappie anglers Steve Coleman and Ronnie Capps with proof-positive that Northern Mississippi reservoirs, such as Grenada, are the most...
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In the Spotlight…Dan Dannenmueller, by Tim Huffman
Dan Dannenmueller, also known as “Crappie Dan,” is the Publisher of CrappieNOW as well as an accomplished professional crappie angler....
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Crappie Tips: Best Color Crankbaits, by Tim Huffman
Pink Bandit crankbaits are one of several proven crappie-catchers. Crappie Tips: Best Color Crankbaits Trolling crankbaits is an excellent...
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Crappie Tips: Clear Water Tactics, by Tim Huffman
Shooting boat docks is an outstanding summer technique, but when fishing clear water it is wise to stay farther away...
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Destination: Mississippi River Crappie in LaCrosse, Wisconsin
Mississippi River black crappie, near Lacrosse, Wisconsin, are pre-spawn and fiesty in May. They’ll hit typical baits but this Wisconsin...
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Texas Lake O’ the Pines in May
Les Milligan catches slabs like this one during the spring and summer months at Lake O’ the Pines. He said...
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