Spring Crappie Fishing Adventure with Jacob

🎣Using a slip bobber rig with a 1-inch Nico wax worm is an effective technique for spring crappie fishing.

🚣‍♂️Exploring small bays attached to larger lakes can lead to finding open water and productive fishing spots.

🍃Late afternoon and early evening are prime times for crappie fishing, when the water has warmed up from the day's sun.

🐟Fishing with a little bit of breeze and a chop on the water can help attract crappie to your bait.

📏Measuring your catch can give you a sense of accomplishment and provide valuable data for conservation efforts.

What gear did you use for crappie fishing?

—We used a slip bobber rig with a 1/16th ounce VMC jig and a 1-inch Nico wax worm.

What time of day is best for crappie fishing?

—Late afternoon and early evening are ideal times, when the water has warmed up from the sun.

How do you find crappie in open water?

—Look for areas with structure, such as submerged vegetation, fallen trees, or underwater ledges.

Why is a little bit of breeze and chop on the water helpful for crappie fishing?

—The ripples and movement on the water surface can attract crappie to your bait, making them more likely to bite.

Should I measure the fish I catch?

—Measuring your catch can provide valuable data for conservation efforts and give you a sense of accomplishment.

00:14I meet up with my friend Jacob for a spring crappie fishing adventure.

00:50We explore a small bay attached to a larger lake and find open water.

03:18Using a slip bobber rig with a 1-inch Nico wax worm, I start catching crappies.

09:47Jacob catches a 14-inch crappie, our biggest fish of the day.

12:01I catch a thick crappie and measure it to be 13 and 3/4 inches long.