2015 Bigeyecrappieman Crappie Fishing Events

Hope all you Crappiemasters had a Great Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Its Time to get ready to get at it again if you ain't already!
Come on out and Join us on and beside the Water for Great Fellowship !
and Some Fishing!

2015 Bigeyecrappieman Crappie Fishing Events

FEB 7 Jordan Lake- Farrington Boat Landing
FEB 14 Jordan Lake- Farrington Boat Landing
FEB 21 Jordan Lake- Farrington Boat Landing
MAR 14 High Rock Lake- Hills Minnow Farm
MAR 28 Harris Lake- Holleman Landing
April 4 Jordan Lake- Farrington Boat Landing


Registration is from 5:30am till 6;30am at the above listed locations the Morning of the Events.
The Entry Fee is $25.00 and is 100% Payback
Big Fish is Included
Team may consist of the Amount of People your Boat is Rated For.
7 Fish Limit - 1 Dead Fish is allowed with a 1/4 Pound Penalty
Live Wells Checked morning of the Event
Look forward to seeing Everyone this year! Remember to Bring a Guest.

High Rock Tourny will also be for helping Terry at Hills Minnow Farm collect fish for his tagging tournament.

We may have a tourney on March 21 if weather Cancels an earlier Event. Further Details will be provided about March 21 - Possible Trailer Tourny- or Super Fish Tourny

any Questions you can Email me at [email protected]

God Bless see You Soon !
The Bigeyecrappiman

Can't wait!! Looking forward to another good season on the water. I hope we get to see a lot of new faces this year. It's a great opportunity to enjoy some time on the water and to meet a lot of the folks that you read about on Crappie.com. It is also a good time to learn from some of the best crappie fishermen around here.

Would not mind fishing in a couple of these Tournies. my boats not really set up for them an i'm still learning . If anyone has a open seat i'm willing to split the cost of the entry fee, gas an bait
Only one i cant make is Feb-14th

I am ready to get going! Hope to make all of the events this year! Look forward to seeing everyone I haven't seen since last year!

Hey Guy's don't forget to check your Batteries and Trolling motor and Fire Extinguisher before hitting the Lake!

Sorry I'm going to miss em this year my boats going to the manufacture next Saturday for some repairs on the front and rear decks.

What time is weigh in and how is money paid out.

In the past it was stop fishing by 3:00 and be weighed in by 4:00. Early in the season a number of us will register at Farrington and then drive down to Ebenezer to launch. Rod has a formula for dividing up the money for top finishers.

JL,

Thanks. Very helpful as always. Its great that he'll let you drive down to Ebenezer to launch.

Looks like I won't get to make any this year, y'all have fun. If some of y'all have wanted to fish tx's but have been hesitant for whatever reason these are great to get your feet wet, you'll have a good time, everyone is down to earth and friendly.

I have not ever fished in the tournaments before but would like to start. I just need to know what yall's tricks are for keeping the fish alive for a long period of time while on the water?

This time of the year, you shouldn't have much issue as long as you have some fresh water on them. We had 25-30 in my boat last weekend, with just the livewell open to where water could run in and out, and every fish we had was alive. If you move to another spot, just remember to plug or close it off.

As the water warms you can run an aerator and either freeze drink bottles to cool the water, or add small amounts of ice.

Jack's right--just about anything with water will keep them alive. Come join us for a few of the tournaments. It's been a great learning experience for me along with meeting/making good friends.

What do you guys do this time of year when you catch crappie deep then float when you put them in the livewell?

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Originally Posted by Skiff218

I have not ever fished in the tournaments before but would like to start. I just need to know what yall's tricks are for keeping the fish alive for a long period of time while on the water?

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Keep the water in the livewell fresh.

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Originally Posted by turkeyfootnc

What do you guys do this time of year when you catch crappie deep then float when you put them in the livewell?

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They make those checkers now with a hole so you can deflate the bladder. I've never tried it, or seen it done other than a commercial demo.

Thanks guys. Maybe I'll get a chance to get out there this weekend. Good luck to all

The fish were biting yesterday and should be biting this weekend. Even if you are new, come on and join us. There were several times the first couple years that I participated that I did not even weigh in one fish. There's one thing in life I know: if you hang out around people that know what they are doing, and especially fishing, you will learn and get better. I'm living proof that by watching and listening to people like Rod, Freddie, Jeremy and a number of other winners, you will become a better fisherman.

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Not trying to hijack this thread but I have one of those checkers but it starts at 10 inches (which is fine at Jordan, but not at an 8" limit)and I really don't like the location it gives plus you need a long needle.

Question is even though the fish is still alive but more like paralyzed in this way, does that count dead or alive in a tournament?

If you know or think he is alive bring him to the scales and let me take a look at him I will let you know. Put him in a bucket by himself in water

Hey Rod still use 16 rods correct?

I heard a rumor that REDBOAT is coming... Don't tell anyone though its all hush hush.....

I have a question for those of you who fish these tournaments. I have participated for years but haven't found a way to maser the logistics quite yet. It's a good 12+ hr day once you get up at 4:00 am to get ready and be at the lake by 5:30 am, fish 8 hrs, weigh in and then closing comments and awards. So how do you all plan for bathroom breaks? Food? Anyone one have pets who get left inside alone for this length of time? I would appreciate any tips you pros have come up with!

well I have a great Wife who helps me to look after my dog if I don't take him. I will just stop fishing and go use the rest room. and after 12 hours I am beat. it is not easy. but its a time of fellowship the Fisherman love and need, Bonding with fellow man. all things cost something. We invest in people. Hope this helps.

Last forecast I saw showed winds around the 20 mph range for Saturday, that's going to make it rough on Jordan if that's the case.

Who's fishing the tournament tmw?

The "Beast" and crew will be on the water by 6:30 AM.

I will be there

Did anybody fish the tournament yesterday and if so what were the results