How Do You Make Crappie Fishing Jigs?
The crappie is a favorite freshwater game fish of many anglers. Also known as slabs, crappies grow upwards of 2 lbs. or more and may be found in many ponds, streams, rivers, lakes and brackish back waters. Visit a local tackle store, and you will find dozens of crappie lures and baits; however, the jig is a traditional lure of choice for many anglers and can be easily assembled with only a few materials. Place a jig head hook in the jaws of a fly-tying vise. The hook should be positioned so the bend of the hook is held securely in place with the barb and point on the bottom. Load a thread color of your choice in the thread bobbin by placing the spool between the round tension arms on either side of the tool. Wrap the thread around the shank of the hook several times, starting just below the lead head of the jig and working the thread about halfway down the shank. Select the amount of feathers that will be used to add a life-like appearance to the jig. Divide the feathers in half. Place
