4 Fishing Tips & Techniques on How to Catch Crappie

Tip #1 – One technique that seems to work during spring is called “bumping bottom” and you’re going to use a dropper rig to utilize this technique. This technique works by showing the minnow to the crappie in a vertical position with a dropper rig. Obviously, in order to do this method of fishing you need to have an idea where the fish are hiding in the deep water. Most of the time they can be found in rocks, ledges, stumps and other similar places.

You must introduce the bait by bumping it on the bottom in these areas or simply letting it float around the openings. The best option to use is a 1/2 ounce bell sinker attached to the end of the swivel to prevent the line from twisting and using a minnow will be your best choice for the bait. Keep in mind that you need to have calm weather conditions to use this technique or the line will move around too fast for you to have any positive results.

Tip #2 – Another method that you need to practice is knowing the difference between the crappie biting and the bait just rubbing up against something. The reason why this is very hard is because the crappie has such a soft bite. There will be a lot of frustration at the beginning but keep on practicing in order to learn the difference.

Tip #3 – You can also try trolling which is another useful crappie fishing technique for spring. With trolling, you have to line up several rods in a row with the same kind of line and bait on each rod. You need to be consistent and patient with this method in order to catch a lot of crappie. However, you do need to review trolling regulations for each lake before heading out because the rules for each lake maybe different.

Tip #4 – There’s a technique on how to catch crappie that uses both trolling and “bumping bottom” and it’s called “pushing”. This method is very good for catching spring crappie when they are swimming in the shallow water. This is a very simple technique that can be done by using a live bait. If you want to get started, then you just need a few rods with lightweight reels that are placed at the edge of the boat. Put a bell sinker and a couple of hooks, a foot apart, and you’re ready to begin fishing.

This is the most effective method to place the bait in areas where the biggest crappie can get to it. It lets you position the bait where you want it and keep it there until the fish become interested. Keep in mind that you must always move very slowly to utilize this technique properly or you won’t get the results you’re hoping for.

For more effective techniques on how to catch crappie, be sure to check out the The Instant Crappie Catching Secrets Manual.