Thread: new fisherman here!!

Thanks for the link Mike. Oh, I understand now. It makes sense that the one that you can see is the hardest one to catch. Can you tell me the lure size to catch crappie? I was thinking the smallest size 1/32 because crappie is small. I was looking at the panther martin spinner 1/32, will this work on crappie? I saw this one panther martin kits with only 1/4 size, I am wondering if that's too big for crappie. Can someone tell me some good lure brand? All I know is panther martin, since I read other post on this forum that said panther martin is good.

Thanks,
Tai

Tai,
For crappie this time of year I used a 1/32 oz jig with plastic. Most of the guys I fish with use crappie magnets. These are suspended under a bobber a few feet ( this depends on how deep the crappie are holding). Crappie will usually move up to take a lure. Very seldom will they move down. The fish move into the shallow water in spring to spawn where they are the easy to catch near fallen trees or other cover. Just as with any other type of fishing locating them is trial and error. Look for coves that get the most sun with dark bottoms these areas will warm up first. I have a couple of favorite spots I try every year. Some years they hold fish then others they don't. Just keep moving once you catch one there should be more nearby.
Others on this site will have different technics that work well. Keep a positive attitude and read all you can the fish will come.
Good Luck
Mike

Welcome aboard , Mike hit it on the head he said just what I would say to you also good luck. When its cool slow is best.

Thanks again Mike and everyone else. What's a good time to go fishing? Early morning, afternoon, evening or night?