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  1. 03-13-2022, 02:20 PM #1
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    Hi guys:

    Started a thread in another part of the forums and they suggested I post it here. Here’s the original: https://www.crappie.com/crappie/begi...r/#post4237767

    I have a 12’ semi-V and just ordered a Helix 7 Mega-SI and have been watching videos about how to use it. I’m thinking about heading out next weekend to some local lakes to see if I can get some areas charted and possibly catch anything. Is it too early to expect any action from perch or crappie?
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    No it’s not too early. Panfish bite all year. Check deep first and work your way shallower. I start in 20ft and work to 4ft searching for them. They may even be 4ft deep in that 20ft water if the sun is bright. Late afternoon is better this time of year but they’ll bite all day long when you find them.
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    Quote Originally Posted by chaunc View Post
    No it’s not too early. Panfish bite all year. Check deep first and work your way shallower. I start in 20ft and work to 4ft searching for them. They may even be 4ft deep in that 20ft water if the sun is bright. Late afternoon is better this time of year but they’ll bite all day long when you find them.
    Awesome! Thanks for the reply chaunc! Any suggestions on lures/bait this time of year?
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    Minnows work well any time of year. Jigs as well. Add some Slab Sauce and your all set!
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    Float and jig works well to cover some water
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    Quote Originally Posted by xpauliber View Post
    Awesome! Thanks for the reply chaunc! Any suggestions on lures/bait this time of year?
    I would subgest using 1/6 or 1/32 oz hair or marabou jigs with Margot’s or crappie babblers or minnows could tip the jig with them. Cover the water column north side of lake , around docks or cover that will make heat to warm water. Have fun !Newbie looking for some adviceNewbie looking for some adviceNewbie looking for some adviceNewbie looking for some advice


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    Xpauliber, Welcome to the site, and the Pa board. What lakes will you be fishing?
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    Quote Originally Posted by S10CHEVY View Post
    Xpauliber, Welcome to the site, and the Pa board. What lakes will you be fishing?
    Thanks for the welcome. I live near Curwensville Lake so that will be my main target. I camp several times a year near George B. Stevenson Dam as well as Pymatuning so will be hitting those two as well.
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    You should try Shenango Lake also, the camping there is cheaper.
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    Quote Originally Posted by S10CHEVY View Post
    You should try Shenango Lake also, the camping there is cheaper.
    Thanks for the suggestion…I’ll give that a look!
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