Crappie

Crappie fishing near Pleasantville, NY, requires a bit of exploration, but the rewards can be worth the effort. While Pleasantville itself doesn't have a major crappie fishery, the surrounding Westchester County reservoirs and smaller lakes hold crappie populations. Kensico Reservoir, for example, can be a good option, but be sure to check the specific regulations for fishing there. Spring is the prime time to target crappie as they move into the shallows to spawn. Look for them around submerged brush, docks, and weed beds. Small jigs tipped with minnows or crappie nibbles are highly effective. A local tip: try fishing near the bridge abutments in some of the smaller reservoirs, as crappie often congregate around these structures. Early morning and late evening are typically the best times to fish. The crappie in these waters tend to be a bit smaller than in larger lakes, but they can be plentiful.