This is all the equipment needed to hunt crappies. Rig one rod with a slip bobber and minnow presentation. Fish the bobber rod in a deeper hole near your chosen area. This is how to cover water. If you can see fish on your electronics but they won't bite, switch bait or lures a time or two before moving to the next spot.
Crappies seem to prefer waxies during the day and minnows at dusk and after sundown.
This is only a guideline. Try both baits to see which is working better on your lake Real Story. March 15, 1999. We are on a crappie hunt. This is a noted crappie spot on top of a weedflat that connects directly to deep basin area.