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Crappie University instructors and topics change annually. Even if a Crappie U class was held at the same location last year, an all-new curriculum is slated for this year. Please see current locations, instructors and topics here.
Garmin LiveScope and other forward-facing sonar units have changed the game in finding and catching crappie. This is an accelerated-level class around use of such units, including optimal sonar settings, understanding transducer “view” and perspectives, dialing-in on seeing your jig, and how to put your lure in a crappie’s face and trigger strikes. Explore common myths about forward-facing sonar technology can and can’t do, and lessons learned from instructors troubleshooting some of the most common problems. Q&A session. Registration includes a lure sample pack and entry into prize drawings.
$69 registration fee includes instruction, a lure sample pack, break-time snacks and entry into door-prize drawings.
No matter your skill level, you will discover everything you need to know on how to catch crappie in Oklahoma. You will learn about proven gear – lines, knots, lures, jigheads, rod and reels, sonar and techniques – and all the lingo that goes along with each. You can sign up for any one of the three classes individually, or take advantage of a discounted rate for cost savings when you select to attend all three nights. The course is designed to help shorten the learning curve on catching crappie throughout the Sooner State.
Instructor: Tommy Biffle, professional bass angler and avid crappie fisherman
Tommy takes you through every step of his gear selection for crappie, from fishing line to sonar setup on his boat, explaining his choices for each. He talks about why crappie fishing helps improve your skills of pursuit for any fish species you go after, using examples from his lifetime of fishing on Fort Gibson Lake. Tuition includes a lure pack and nightly entry into prize drawings.
$35 for this Session only, or $90 for all three Sessions:
Instructor: Robert Ratliff, Co-owner R&B Crappie Creations
Oklahoma is one of the top-rated crappie fishing states in the country. Robert is a local crappie lure designer and manufacturer with intricate knowledge about the species, the sport and Oklahoma’s crappie fisheries. He’ll break down the details you need to know about the best times and ways to catch crappie in the region, including from boat, bank and dock, with lots of tips about finesse fishing from docks. Tuition includes a lure pack and nightly entry into prize drawings.
$35 for this Session only, or $90 for all three Sessions:
Instructor: George Toalson, lure designer and avid crappie fisherman
Having the latest and greatest sonar is one thing but understanding how to use it is another. George Toalson is an Oklahoma expert with countless hours spent fishing for crappie on Fort Gibson, Hudson, Grand and Oologah lakes while using his electronics to look for and catch the species. He’ll simplistically explain what he does to make the most of using sonar for catching success, whether you have basic 2D technology or the finest in forward-facing equipment. Tuition includes a lure pack and nightly entry into prize drawings.
$35 for this Session only, or $90 for all three Sessions:
