For crappie, structure located on or near a ledge, or dropoff, is just like the perfect pit stop for us when we’re traveling on the highway. (Photo: Richard Simms)
Crappie Basics – Fish the Ledges, by Tim Huffman
Charles Bunting and his son, Travis, have garnered three national crappie championships along with numerous other titles.
The duo says Fall is a transition period when crappie are more likely to holding on, or traveling along, ledges, also called drop-offs. They especially prefer the ledges with cover. In some lakes that might be submerged standing timber. In other lakes it might be brush piles or stumps.
“We fish a lot of ledges,” said Charles.
Travis adds, “Crappie may be moving around, but some will stay close to a ledge. The fish will use the ledge for reference, but they will be chasing balls of shad that are also running the ledge. Find the right ledge and have a lot of fun.”
The duo says during the Fall transition they expect the most action when water temperatures are approaching 60 degrees.
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