Crappie In Ponds

About this episode

Joe and Drew discuss crappie fishing and its relevance to pond owners in spring.

Crappie fishing is one of the first signs that spring has arrived for many pond owners. Join Joe and Drew as they discuss different types of crappie, why we fish for them earlier than other fish species, and things to consider when deciding if crappie are a good fit for stocking in your pond. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Program at Kansas State University. Find out more about the program at http://hnr.k-state.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/wildlife-outdoor-management.html Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@KSEWildlife

People in this episode

Hosts: Dr. Joe Gerken, Dr. Drew Ricketts

Topics covered

• crappie fishing
• pond management
• fish stocking
• spring fishing
• wildlife management

Keywords

• crappie
• ponds
• fishing
• stocking
• wildlife management
• Kansas State University

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Organizations: Kansas State University

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