I have to agree with Chief, and CrappieTuttle. Some of the most "successful" days, I never put a fish into the cooler. I normally put the fly rod into the boat anytime I go fishing, except when its cold. If I don't find a crappie, I usually revert to the fly rod and always seem to draw some attention from some kind of fish.
Successful ? Not sure, but we always have a great time, fish or no fish.

Chris