Neither rain, sleet, snow, dark of night, 100-degree heat, nor -10 wind chill will prevent John Phillips from crappie fishing. The author has caught crappie through the ice in Minnesota, in the sizzling sun of Florida and in many of the states in between. Phillips has fished with most of the nation’s best crappie anglers to learn their secret strategies for catching crappie year-round under every type of weather and water condition. Those techniques and experiences are detailed in this book for the enjoyment and success of enthusiastic crappie anglers. Learn how to: Make crappie start biting again Find crappie when a cold front hits Select the proper jig color Catch open-water crappie Use spider-webbing techniques Locate crappie with depthfinders Fish hot weather and through ice
The Crappie Book is a comprehensive guide to crappie fishing with unique insights from an expert. With a logical format and useful and informative tips, this book provides the reader with all the tools for a successful crappie fishing experience. Master fisherman Keith Sutton provides the reader with an introduction to crappie, as well as tackle tips, how to select a lure, how to choose bait, an overview of tactics, how to catch a trophy crappie, how to clean and cook crappie, and much more! Sutton details every end of the crappie spectrum for readers, including step-by-step instructions for guaranteed bountiful fishing. This revised second edition includes new color photographs and updated materials to increase your success. Sutton's instructions and descriptions are concise and easy to follow, making this the ultimate guide for any fisherman to keep on the bookshelf or in the boat. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for fishermen. Our books for anglers include titles that focus on fly fishing, bait fishing, fly-casting, spin casting, deep sea fishing, and surf fishing. Our books offer both practical advice on tackle, techniques, knots, and more, as well as lyrical prose on fishing for bass, trout, salmon, crappie, baitfish, catfish, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Crappie are the Rodney Dangerfields of freshwater fish. No respect, especially from fly-fishermen. But the Wilsons¿ latest book is about to change all that. Despite their name, there are a lot of good things about crappie: they can be found across the U.S.; they're abundant; crappie are voracious, competitive feeders, they're strong fighters on light tackle; and they taste delicious. In their usual concise and highly entertaining style, the Wilsons explore, year-round by season, the fish, its behaviors and habitats; the most effective equipment; when, where, how to find and catch them; best flies and fly styles, including fly-tying steps; and more. Crappie myths are debunked. Exciting and productive crappie fishing is available year-round, so get out there and enjoy it!
**Crappie Fishing 101 Your Ultimate Guide to Mastering Shallow Water Angling** Unlock the secrets of crappie fishing with "Crappie Fishing 101," the definitive eBook for anglers eager to dominate shallow waters. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro, this comprehensive guide offers invaluable insights and practical tips for improving your fishing acumen and maximizing your catch. **Dive Deep into Crappie Behavior** Grasp the intricacies of crappie habits across different seasons and times of the day. Learn how their feeding instincts guide their daily movements, so you can anticipate where to cast your line with precision. **Gear Up for Success** Discover how to select the perfect rods, reels, lines, and hooks. Equip yourself with must-have accessories that can make the difference between a fruitful fishing trip and a disappointing outing. **Time It Right** Timing is crucial. Uncover the best times of day and the most opportune seasons for shallow water fishing to ensure your efforts yield the best results. **Locate Like a Pro** Identify prime shallow water habitats and leverage electronics to pinpoint crappie hiding spots. Reading water conditions will become second nature, allowing you to fish smarter, not harder. **Bait and Lure Mastery** From live bait options to the most effective artificial lures, learn how to match your bait to the conditions for the highest success rate. **Cast, Retrieve, Repeat** Refine your casting techniques and perfect your retrieval methods, whether you’re fishing from shore or boat. Mix basic and advanced skills to keep your approach versatile and effective. **Beyond the Basics** Understand the impact of water temperature and weather on your fishing strategy. Learn adaptive techniques for varying conditions and different water bodies, from lakes and rivers to reservoirs. **Ethical Angling and Safety First** Prioritize catch and release practices to sustain fish populations. Equip yourself with essential safety knowledge and learn to respect fellow anglers and the environment. **Continuous Improvement** Analyze past trips, embrace lifelong learning, and connect with fishing communities to share stories, tips, and experiences. Adapt to unexpected challenges with grace and stay inspired through every twist and turn of your crappie fishing journey. "Crappie Fishing 101" is not just a book—it's a mentor, a guide, and a companion for all your fishing adventures. Transform your fishing trips into rewarding experiences, filled with the thrill of the catch and the joy of the great outdoors. Get your copy today and start reeling in success!
Limiting Out for Crappie is a guide for fishing the four seasons. Pros and experts share basic to advanced tactics, techniques and tips to help you catch more crappie. Spring includes shallow techniques while summer gears multiple chapters to trolling crankbaits. Fall and winter tactics are included, too. There are chapters on cleaning, cooking and people who have made a difference in crappie fishing.
Fishermen don’t rely on luck in order to catch fish—they put their skills, knowledge, and experience into play every time they cast their line. Likewise, righteous and godly living doesn’t come naturally but requires study, commitment, and a lot of practice. In Catch of the Day, Jimmy Houston combines his love of fishing and his love of God in this unique fisherman’s 365-day devotional. Each day features: a meaningful Scripture a daily devotional that incorporates a thought for meditation which applies insights from the art of fishing to daily spiritual growth a fishing tip from bassmaster, Jimmy Houston With colorful interiors and a ribbon marker, Catch of the Day is a great gift for birthdays, Father’s Day, and Christmas Grandparents Day or as an encouragement boost for an outdoors enthusiast needing a lift Put into action the characteristics needed to be a great fisherman, and see how they can also make you into a great fisher of men. Anyone who loves God’s creation, combined with the excitement of the catch, will truly enjoy this yearlong guide of spiritual lessons for life.
Crappies are the most popular freshwater game fish in America. There are several reasons they are the most favored. If you fish, and you prefer to eat fish, the crappie is king. Walleyes, salmon and trout are each good to eat, but none better than crappies. You can catch them throughout the year You can take them from most rivers and lakes around the country With good natural reproduction, they sustain healthy populations on their own They are a schooling fish, so if you get one, you can get several Limits on them are high enough to get a good meal every time you fish for them Last but not least, they are in the top three best eating freshwater fish you can get. In this book we will cover all you should know related to fishing for crappies. You will learn how to take full advantage of the time you have to go fishing. I am a bass fisherman much of the time, but when I want fish to eat, I go for crappies. If you wish to have fun and catch a great fish that give you a superb meal, you should learn the tips I have put together to help you catch more and bigger crappies. The best states for catching crappies are Minnesota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Illinois, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia and Florida. These are not the only states where they are, but these are the best states for crappies. I live in Minnesota where Crappies exist in most of our fishing lakes. Certain lakes are better than others. I will show you how to pick a good lake. I have assembled this text to provide you a condensed book loaded with tips and techniques. It's of a length you can read over and over, so the tips are fresh in your mind every day you fish. When you complete the book, you will know the best tips and the best way to catch more crappies.
