SUFFIELD, Ohio -- Local anglers enjoyed a productive day of fishing Sunday, the first day of spring.
Springtime fishing in Ohio, just like the weather, is hit and miss. Funny thing is, sometimes when one misses, one hits!
That was true Sunday, when the weather was cold, snowy and windy. The fishing, on the other hand, was hot!
Crappies are in their pre-spawn feeding pattern, and if you can find them, it can be some of the hottest fishing action of the year.
WKYC Photojournalist Carl "Big Daddy" Bachtel found these fish at Mogadore Reservoir, but crappies do the same in lakes all over Ohio.
Look for coves and fish the mouths of them. As the water temperature goes up, the fish will move shallow. If the weather changes and temperatures drop, fish deeper in front of the cove.
Crappies are America's favorite panfish and are a tasty treat when caught out of cold water.
There is a nine inch length limit and 30 fish possession limit in most Ohio lakes. Also, don't forget to get your fishing license!
