Anyone Hoping To Catch Some Crappie This Winter?
Winter officially starts Monday, December 21, 2020! What do you like to do in the winter? While some may prefer to stay indoors, others may prefer to take advantage of this prime fishing time! Our boat lift remote control system company is here to give you a few helpful tips for fishing for crappie this winter, in this week's blog. Remember, Get on the water FASTER, with Boat Lift Controls you can count on at Firstmate Controls! Visit our website at www.FirstmateControls.com for more information.
Anyone Hoping To Catch Some Crappie This Winter?
USE JIGS THAT TRAVEL AT A SLOWER PACE.
Because fish swim slower in the wintertime to conserve energy, it's important that you're using jigs that also move slowly. A lightweight jig will not sink as fast as a heavier one, so most anglers stick to the small ones in the winter. A heavier line will also slow your approach by causing more resistance in the water, and even a bobber will slow a jig. Float rigs are great for allowing the jig to be suspended underwater so you can work it at any pace. If fishing crappie at depths below six feet, a slip cork might be more practical than a traditional float rig.
USING A DIFFERENT BAIT MAY PROVE TO BE BOUNTIFUL.
Although most crappie anglers stick to jigs and minnows, wintertime crappie can be the finicky sort. Don’t be afraid to try different bait, including blade baits, tail spinners, soft plastic grubs, shad bodies, and even small bass spinnerbaits.
FISH NEAR UNDERWATER RIPRAP BANKS.
Although you’ll catch more crappie near underwater structures such as brush piles and standing timber, the trophy catches follow schools of shad into open water. Try fishing near underwater ledges, riprap banks or even near the bottom of the lake to catch bigger crappie. If you’re using a depth finder, watch for the dark horizontal bands that indicate a school of shad and then fish at that depth.
REMEMBER THAT PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE.
Crappie will generally not chase a fast-moving lure in cold waters, so it’s important to use a slow retrieve. Crappie prefer a slow or still meal so they can preserve energy in the wintertime. You might spend as long as two minutes on a single cast.
Firstmate Controls Wishes You The Best of Luck On Your Winter Fishing Endeavors!
All of us here at Firstmate Controls hope that you found this blog enlightening and helpful when it comes to you your winter fishing. If you'd like to get out on the water FASTER when it comes to fishing this winter, give us a call today and ask about our Boat Lift Remote Controls! We can be reached at 866-570-9707. You can also follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up t date on our latest announcements and products we are featuring.
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