Crappie Fishing Tips: 3 Ways to Filet A Crappie

Catching a crappie is only the first step to enjoying a great meal. When prepared properly, crappies are most popular and make a wonderful meal. Preparing them for cooking is the next step. This method is filleting. You will need a good sharp knife blade of about six inches for this method. You will also [...]

Cleaning And Storing Crappie After You’ve Caught Them…

After bring your catch home to show off to all your friends, what will you do with it? When you plan to eat it, you must keep it fresh. Avoid Spoilage: Until you are able to clean them, keep your freshwater fish in the live well of the boat or on a stringer. If you [...]

What Size Hook Should I use to Catch Crappie?

This is a question that is commonly asked by novice anglers planning their first crappie fishing excursion. Unfortunately, there is no single right answer to this question, which is why it is almost invariably answered with another question: What are you using for bait? Minnows call for a #2 light wire Aberdeen hook, since you [...]