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Fishing with a cane pole has to be the purest way to catch fish. Just a long pole, line, hook, and your choice of tackle. There’s just something great about removing all the bells and whistles and enjoying the sport like they did in the old days. Cane pole fishing for crappie is a great way to … Read more
Every crappie fisherman loves the crappie spawn. For most, it is the best opportunity to catch your limit. Once you hit a nesting location it can be non-stop action until you head home. If you want to be successful, though, here’s what you need to know: When Do Crappie Spawn and the Best Crappie Fishing … Read more
When I tie fishing knots for terminal tackle (lures, hooks, etc.), I want them to be strong and simple. There’s no use in trying to tie a knot if you can never remember how to tie it. And you definitely don’t want to tie a knot that slips off or breaks every time you get … Read more
Whenever I find something that helps me catch more crappie I love to share it. Especially when it saves me lots of time. Fishidy is one of those things. It is insanely useful and needs to be a tool in your toolbox. So, here is my Fishidy review. (BTW I don’t receive anything from Fishidy … Read more
The lake’s frozen. It’s cold. It’s snowy. It’s toasty warm in your house. But out on the lake, under the ice, the crappie are still biting. In fact, winter is a phenomenal time to get out on the lake and catch crappie. I prefer to use jigs and other lures over minnows when I’m on … Read more