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 How to catch crappie?
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04/24/17 08:11 PM
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OffshoreAg
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I can catch bass and catfish all day long, but for the life of me I can't figure these suckers out. FYI I've only been using artificial lures.
If y'all could recommend some lures/jigs in particular and/or jigging methods I'd be very grateful.
Last edited by OffshoreAg; 04/24/17 08:12 PM.
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 Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/24/17 08:48 PM
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Tech Angler
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I recommend hiring a guide to learn. Its money well spent.
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/24/17 09:00 PM
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bush hog
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For sure a guide would speed up the learning curve. There are also some good videos on Youtube.
Welcome to the forum.
To whom much is given, much is required.
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/24/17 09:14 PM
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crappie fan
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What lake are you fishing?
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/24/17 09:20 PM
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Mo
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watch youtube , lots of good info there. Read everything on this forum , believe half,  Order Ernest Paty's DVD's. Nothing beats time on the water and a bait at the right depth. I am no expert , but most of my crappie are caught between 14 and 20 feet deep. As far as jigs , that is a ford vs chevy debate , but try some PePops hand tied and some Slab bandit plastics in texas toast , blue chartruse and dirty chicken. good luck MO
 MY BACKYARD , 20,000 ACRES , NO MOWING
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/24/17 09:25 PM
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Mo
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Also dropping about 4k in electronics and trolling motors is very helpful. Mo
MY BACKYARD , 20,000 ACRES , NO MOWING
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/24/17 09:26 PM
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KidKrappie
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A guide is definitely well worth the money for shortening the learning curve.
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/24/17 09:41 PM
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erittmueller
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Boat or bank is an important factor to know.
Eric
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: bush hog]
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04/24/17 09:57 PM
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OffshoreAg
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Thanks for the welcome! Been a member for a while, just haven't posted much.
I might look into a guide here soon
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: crappie fan]
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04/24/17 09:59 PM
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OffshoreAg
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Bardwell mostly. But I'm in the Desoto area, so quite a few options. But I don't have a boat, so that limits me a bit
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: Mo]
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04/24/17 10:01 PM
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OffshoreAg
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/24/17 10:21 PM
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KidKrappie
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From the bank you really only have a window from November till about now. Most of the fish are transitioning the their deeper summer pattern. The creeks at joe pool are usually good during that time
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/24/17 10:52 PM
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ERNEST PATY
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For the biggest bang for the buck get a float tube & some waders. Concentrate on bridges. Places like Buck Creek ramp offer some good fishing close by. Two bridges. Little Elm ramp at Lewisville works. Also most of the lakes in the area have areas or bridges convenient for tubing. It's great in the summer, cool and shady on the bridges. Beats the bank.
Ernest Paty 214-202-7866
catchcrappie@aol.com
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: KidKrappie]
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04/24/17 11:58 PM
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The creeks at joe pool are usually good during that time went out to JP the other day near the railroad tracks and didn't catch a thing... where are the creeks? Thanks!
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Re: How to catch crappie?
[Re: OffshoreAg]
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04/25/17 12:51 AM
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KidKrappie
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It is a bit late and they are probably done right now. That creek is pretty good in January- march
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