“I Got One!” Or should I say? “Two”
great crappie fishing events!
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43rd Annual Lake Minnetonka Crappie Contest
Many of us have fished the Annual Crappie Contest on Lake Minnetonka.
Gander Mountain is no longer a major sponsor to this event, but the folks
at Lord Fletchers will continue to hold-the-net until they receive support.
This is one of the largest fishing events in Minnesota!
Event Times:, Saturday, April 24 at 12 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fish must be submitted before 2:00 p.m. $5 pre-registration/$8 event day registration
On-site registration for the contest will be conducted between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m.
11th Annual Crappie Contest Tournament on Prior Lake
Somewhat new to the waters, when you consider Minnetonka has 32-years
of experience — but don’t let that stop you! This event is full of prizes!
Local businesses stepped forward and contributed a wide variety of donations
in support of this community event! Now that”s what I’m talking about!
The contest will be held at Captain Jacks. Event Times: Sunday, April 25,
Registration 7 – 9 a.m., Fishing begins 9:00 a.m., Final weigh-in at 2:00 p.m.
$30 per boat, Maximum of 2 adults per boat and as many kids as you like.
Each boat will be allowed to weigh-in 10 crappies.
$ for Top positions, $ for biggest fish and FREE Grab bag for kids!
Tips for catching crappies
OK, here is my famous rig for catching crappies:
- 4 Ib. monofilament leader
- Snap swivel
- Bobber stop & bead
- Weighted slip casting bobber
- 1/64 oz. Black/White Lindy Little Nipper
Add Crappie Candy and….Woo-Doggie!
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