Crappie

Crappie fishing around Lastrup, Minnesota, can be quite rewarding if you know where to look. The smaller lakes and ponds in the area often hold good populations of these panfish. Spring is undoubtedly the best time to target crappie, as they move into shallow bays and weed beds to spawn. Look for them near submerged timber, docks, and other structure. A simple jig tipped with a minnow or waxworm is a classic and effective presentation. Summer can still be productive, but you'll need to adjust your tactics. The crappie will often move deeper as the water warms up, so try fishing around deeper weed edges and submerged structure. A local tip: many of the lakes around Lastrup have limited public access, so be sure to research access points before you go. Also, pay attention to water clarity, as crappie tend to prefer slightly stained water. The crappie in these lakes often school tightly, so once you find one, you're likely to find more.