Springtime is, arguably, the best time to be out on the water. Not just because of the beautiful weather, but for the ...

Crappie fishing on Chautauqua Lake is a rewarding and fun experience, especially during the spring months. The when, where ...

The Ideal Lake for Ice Fishing Crappie If I could pick the ... Success The next time you’re looking for mid-winter crappies (and bluegills), look to the deep holes or slots where plankton ...

Most crappie anglers know that finding the warmest, shallow water during spring up until the spawn is usually key. Warming ...

Wax worms and larvae are still favorites. Experiment with different depths and techniques until a pattern is established.

A lightweight hair jig fished below a slip bobber is a great choice for spring crappies. / Joe Shead Using slip bobbers is vital when fishing so shallow because without one, your jig would ...

Coho salmon and smallmouth bass action on the lakefront and the general spread of spring action inland around Chicago fishing ...

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Conservation Officers in Minnesota come across many similar violations every year. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON to highlight some common violations. He says a very common violation ...

Big Green Lake: Bluegills and crappies early in the morning from shore in Dartmouth Bay. Try working a jig and minnow beneath a float. Lake Puckaway: Walleye fishing is excellent in the upriver ...