Want to catch spring crappies from shore? Follow these tactics and gear tips from OL's fishing editor to load up on a crappie fish fry.

Fishing duo Cole and Jay enjoy an easy fall crappie session thanks to a smooth new boat trip.

Crappie fishing is a signal spring is upon. When “slabs”, as big crappie are called, are found close to shore, you should also expect turkeys to be gobbling and morel mushrooms to be popping ...

Crappie fishing is a signal spring is upon us. When “slabs," as big crappie are called, are found close to shore, you should also expect turkeys gobbling and morel mushrooms popping.

Crappie are renowned for their mild, delicate flavor, and many anglers consider them a true delicacy. While fall crappie fishing can be exhilarating, it's important to practice responsible angling.

Kris Nelson with Tandem Fly Outfitters agrees. An avid hunter, Nelson must balance his passion for hunting with his client list of anglers wanting to experience excellent fall crappie fishing ...

In our complete guide to crappie fishing, learn about the fishing tips, best fishing spots, and gear you need to learn how to catch crappie.

Fall crappie and ice fishing looking like a distant thought lead this sprawling raw-file Midwest Fishing Report.

Central Ohio’s public lakes and reservoirs are an excellent place to fish for saugeye, crappie, smallmouth bass, and catfish, according to ODNR.

The opening of Illinois’ fall trout season on Saturday leads this sprawling raw-file Midwest Fishing Report; but salmon fishing on the lakefront keeps on going, too, and crappie fishing will ...