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Crappie Fishing Tips

Crappie schools originated in Eastern United States and up and into Canada Over the years, stocking of crappie has occurred throughout the united states Crappie now thrive in rivers, lakes and streams. It doesn't take long for this prolific fish to over populate and crowd out bass and other species.

Fortunately The Crappie is one of the most popular sought after game fish so over population is kept to minimum with fishing pressure.You can catch them at several different time of the day. In all seasons, and weather. Crappie fisherman have been said to be the thread that ties all anglers of America together. Maybe thats why there is so much information about crappie fishing available.

Well I have chatted enough on the background of crappie lets take a look at some great crappie fishing tips I think will interest you. To be consistent at catching the crappie you need to understand them and learn how to catch them. I have developed a list of fishing tips that I think will be very helpful when you plan on fishing for crappie.

#1: Crappie Gear You may not believe this, but without the right gear you will not be successful at catching crappie. If you are just starting this sport you may want to purchase a inexpensive bamboo pole over 8ft long. Then if you like the sport get yourself a good graphite pole over 8ft long. (fly rods work well) If you intend to get your self a a good graphite crappie pole you will need a matching spin cast reel that is rated for 4 to 6lb test line. If you are getting the bamboo pole it will have a crappie rig attached for you.

#2: - Crappie Baits: There are two ways to go here. You either fish with live bait, or artificial baits, or both. Most crappie anglers use both. If you are new to crappie fishing it may be better to start out with live bait. You will have better success catching fish. You don't want to get frustrated early and not give the sport a chance. If you get hooked on the sport you can progress to artificial baits. Over time you will catch more fish and be more consistent by learning how to use artificial crappie baits, but in the beginning it can get a bit confusing at times.

Crappie fishing tips: Use a 1/32oz to 1/8oz jig with a 8 to 12 inch trailer hook attached. If you are fishing stained water use a chartreuse color plastic tail. Put two small spit shot on your line approximately 18 inches above the hook. Use a number 6 or 8 hook. Your minnow will be able to move freely but the split shot will hold your bait in a stationary position. When you hook your crappie minnow make sure you slide the hook in behind the eyes in the back of the head. Do this gently or you will kill the minnow.

Tip#3: If you are fishing for crappie in moving water then you will want to to switch between live crappie baits and artificial crappie baits, depending on how active the fish are. Remember crappies are cold-blooded and the water controls their body temperature.Look for places in moving water where crappie might be hiding waiting for bait fish to swim by, you will have to put your bait right in front of their nose's but boy will they really hit!

When crappie are sluggish it is because the temperature is out of their comfort zone. Kind of like your neighbor that doesn't have air conditioning or is still using a wood burning stove when things get cold. They just don't feel like doing anything until its right in their face!

Crappie Fishing Tips #4: When crappie are in their beds and starting to lay their eggs, you can find them by what is commonly called the "crappie bubble". it is a bubble like wave going across the top of the shallow water ... a ripple.This means there is allot of crappie in the area.

Tip#5: Scent you crappie baits using a scenting spray or dip. The crappie has exceptional smell and it is a proven fact that scenting your crappie baits will increase your catch. You can purchase commercial scents at any tackle shop or on line at Bass Pro Shop.



Mark Fleagle is an Expert Author At Ezinearticles.com. and has over 30 years of fishing experience who has written 100's of useful fishing articles. Would you like to max out your catch on your next fishing trip? Blow your fishing buddies out of the water and get your bragging rights today!