Panfish rod options: What open-water rod to pick?
March 22, 2021
So many options out there, and so many will work just fine, but here is a rundown of the various “must-have” setups for open-water panfish.
Crappie
Indiana Fishing Report – March 19, 2021
March 19, 2021
On Lake Michigan, recent winds stirred up the lake and likely disrupted existing patterns. Mixed bag of coho, a few browns and lake trout have been caught.
Iowa Fishing Report – March 18, 2021
March 18, 2021
The ice is all but gone from waters across the state. And the fishing? Depends on the species and fishery you’re targeting. Check out what’s what here.
Ohio Outdoor News Fishing Report – March 18, 2021
March 18, 2021
Walleyes in early stages of river spawn runs. On inland waters, crappies are the name of the game.
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Fishing Report – March 18, 2021
March 18, 2021
Early spring crappie fishing is heating up, especially on lakes such as Blue Marsh, Foster Joseph Sayers, Hammond, Ontelaunee, Wallenpaupack, Wilhelm, Glendale, Cross Creek, Green Lick, Kahle, Keystone, Stevens, Wilmore, Wilma, Mammoth and Briar Creek.
Ice-out panfish tips: Early season open-water tactics – Video
Site Staff
March 18, 2021
Tactics and presentations for ice-out panfish – some options for fishing crappies and bluegills during the first few weeks of open water, and some important factors to consider.
Ohio Lake Profile – Kiser Lake, Champaign County
March 18, 2021
Bluegills and pumpkinseeds are also excellent target species here.
Minnesota Outdoor News Fishing Report – March 16, 2021
March 16, 2021
The number of people going out continued to diminish over last weekend and throughout this week. In addition, most panfish reports have been a bit off, but tullibees remain active. Look shallow for crappies or
Minnesota Lake Profile – Franklin Lake, Otter Tail County
March 16, 2021
And Franklin’s walleye population benefits from DNR fry stocking during even-numbered years and fingerling stocking by a local lake association in years the DNR doesn’t stock fish.
