Fishing for White Crappie
Identification, habitat, techniques, and tackle—then find a captain who targets them.
White crappie (Pomoxis annularis) is a panfish with a laterally compressed, silvery body and distinct vertical bars or stripes along the sides. It is generally more elongated and lighter in color
White crappie inhabit lakes, reservoirs, impoundments and slow-moving rivers across much of eastern and central North America. They tolerate murkier, warmer water better than black crappie and are
Target white crappie with live minnows under a slip-bobber or with small jigs and soft plastics presented near brush, docks and suspended schools. Vertical jigging small marabou or soft-plastic
Use light to ultralight spinning gear: 6 to 7.5 foot rods in light to medium-light action paired with 1000–2500 size spinning reels. Line in the 2–8 lb range works well—2–6 lb mono or 4–6 lb
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Captains Who Target White Crappie
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