It’s already that time again. The annual crappie length restrictions and bag limit changes go into effect on Monday. To be ...

Crappie fishermen headed to Lake Fork and Lake O’ the Pines in eastern Texas between now and Feb. 28 are reminded of a special “no cull” regulation that is now in effect on those two impoundments.

Chasing crappies is one of my favorite things to do. Crappie are abundant in lakes all over the country, aggressive biters, great sport on light tackle, and excellent table fare. From ice fishing to ...

REND LAKE — When the third or fourth slab crappie hit the bottom of Rick Eskew’s livewell, the veteran Rend Lake fishing guide said for anyone to hear, “Not all bushes are created equal.” Although a ...

For about a decade Tim White has fished Virginia’s Occoquan Reservoir, where he owns a lake house near the town of Woodbridge. He regularly catches catfish and bass, along with some giant crappies ...

Crappie fishing is a signal spring is upon us. When “slabs," as big crappie are called, are found close to shore, you should also expect turkeys gobbling and morel mushrooms popping. I’ve often said ...

Sept. 22 marks the official beginning of fall. It’s feel good time of year that always ushers in cooler weather and brings a gradual chill to the water — a one-two seasonal punch that almost always ...

Cole & Jay celebrate a fresh crappie fry after she landed slab fish at the spillway.

How he wound up guiding crappie trips at Lake Fork after growing up in Oklahoma is a story in itself. The subject for the day, however, is what he does to make the fish bite if the mood suddenly turns ...