Keep your head up. I find the spawn to be the least predictable time of the year for slabs. I can definately say that I've had more zeros in the spring than any other time of the year. Post-spawn can be fantastic 'till about the end of July. But I've found the absolute best time of the year to be January through March with November through January running a close second.

Catching crappie consistently is tough in itself. Pay attention to reports, do your homework, and be in the right place at the right time. You will find 'em...