Crappie fishing

[eighball15]

Hello, I'm new to crappie fishing and I will like for you guys to give me some tips like what to use and good baits . (I'm Rookie).Thanks

[Travis C.]

Where are you fishing at?

Slip float, split shot, medium size minnow.

Tube jig or grub jig under a float or on its own.

Swivel with weight on the bottom, leader off to the side above it with hook/minnow.

Those are the most common ways to fish for them with the last one being a bottom bouncing technique. Find any wood structure it could be tree, fence, stake bed, dock and drop a float with a minnow or jig off around it. Should not take long for you to tell if one is around. Docks or Laydowns (fallen trees) near a channel would be high up on my list of checkin places.

[Fishmanjoe]

I would add to those great tips, if you are in a boat and have a depth finder find out what depth most of the fish are in relation to structure. This has led to a lot of success for me. I also agree, that you will generally know pretty quick if there are any crappie where you are fishing. Don't wast too much time in one spot.