| Catching Crappie at night can offer several | | | | This way, you will be sure you have a full charge by |
| advantages to fisherman. During the summer, you will | | | | the time you leave. Make sure to pay close attention |
| not have to worry about the hot sun beaming down | | | | to your boats battery, as a low battery at night will |
| on you risking sunburn, it is cooler, the Crappie are | | | | cause many more problems then during the day. |
| actually more shallow, and All the day fisherman are | | | | 3) Make a checklist of all the items you will need, and |
| nestled safely in their beds at home. If you are | | | | check off each item as you place it on your boat. |
| properly prepared, when morning comes, you may | | | | Your checklist should include items such as plenty of |
| have a live well full of Crappie. | | | | flashlights with extra charged batteries, bug spray |
| The only negative issues arising from fishing at night | | | | (your light will attract bugs), any drinks or snacks you |
| is the fact that it is, indeed, dark, and you may need | | | | need, safety items (A whistle, life jackets, flares, |
| to use a light of some sort. The light you use may | | | | etc), and type of tackle that you will need. |
| cause a swarm of bugs, especially in the summer. | | | | 4) Hook you boat up and have it ready to go. |
| However, these obstacles are small compared to the | | | | Attaching your boat to your truck at night may be |
| advantages. | | | | an adventure you do not want to go through. |
| Getting Ready For A Night Trip | | | | Optional Equipment |
| You should start getting your boat ready for the | | | | A few types of equipment, though not necessary, |
| night trip while the sun is still up. This will ensure that | | | | may improve your night trip experience. |
| you have everything you need before venturing out. | | | | Bugs will be an issue at night, especially during the |
| Follow these few simple steps to ensure you night | | | | summer. Instead of using a typical lantern or light, |
| trip will be a success. | | | | you may want to consider investing in a black light or |
| 1) Move all gear and tackle that will not be used | | | | red light. These light put out a substantial amount of |
| either off the boat or completely out of the way. | | | | light, without attracting nearly as many bugs. Lanterns |
| You would be surprised by how little you will be able | | | | that burn are not recommended for fishing on boats, |
| to see at times, and you do not want to be tripping | | | | as it presents many unseen dangers. If you prefer a |
| over anything. | | | | lantern, a battery powered lantern may be a better |
| 2) Start charging any batteries you will be using early. | | | | idea. |