Crappie and Panfish

Choosing the right rod is critical for crappie fishing success. Whether you're casting, jigging, trolling, or using forward facing sonar techniques, having a specialized rod tailored to your method can make all the difference. This guide highlights t …

Ice fishing for bluegill and sunfish is a favorite winter activity for many anglers. These small, yet feisty fish remain active even in the coldest months, providing an excellent opportunity for some exciting ice fishing action. Whether you're a seas …

Ice fishing for crappie can be incredibly fun and rewarding, but using the right lures is essential to maximize your success. Crappie can be finicky, especially in colder temperatures, so choosing lures that entice them to bite is key. Below, we expl …

Perch are a popular target for ice anglers due to their aggressive behavior and willingness to bite, even in cold conditions. They’re also one of the tastiest fish in freshwater! However, they can be finicky, and choosing the right lure can mak …

Crappie are one of the most popular fish to target during the winter. Known for their aggressive feeding, schooling behavior, and great table fare, they make for exciting ice fishing action. Whether you're after white crappie or black crappie, this g …

Ice fishing for perch is an enjoyable and rewarding winter activity. These schooling fish are aggressive feeders and make excellent table fare, making them a popular target for ice anglers. To maximize your success, it’s important to understand …

As the weather begins to cool and leaves change color, fall crappie fishing becomes a prime opportunity for anglers as the fish fatten up for winter. In the fall, crappie migrate from their deeper summer haunts into more accessible shallows as they …

Crankbaits are one of the most effective and versatile lures for crappie fishing. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned angler, using crankbaits to target crappie can help you cover large areas of water, trigger aggressive strikes, and consistently …

Dock shooting for crappie is a finesse technique that demands a nuanced approach. As a crappie fisherman on the Santee Cooper Lakes, I’ve been lucky enough to spend over four decades picking apart the docks big slabs like to call home. My journ …

When some think of crappie fishing, their grandfather sitting on a bucket at the end of a dock comes to mind. Cane pole in hand, plucking these tasty panfish off one by one with a minnow and a bobber. Although this image is still the case for many, c …

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Let’s give credit to the bluegill—one of the most important and enjoyable fish for anglers of all ages. Bluegills are often the first fish many of us caught as kids, and they remain a favorite for teaching new anglers the ropes. The …