Crappie Seminar in Springfield

Crappie are one of the most popular catches for Missouri anglers. People can learn more about how to catch this fish at a Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) "Crappie Fishing for Beginners" program March 24 at MDC's Springfield Conservation Nature Center.

Free program at Springfield Nature Center offers tips for hooking this popular fish.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – In Missouri, crappie fishing is an activity that’s as near and dear to many anglers as any other outdoors pastime. Angler surveys show crappie are among the most fished-for sportfish in the state.

People can learn more about how to hook this popular fish at the free Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) program “Crappie Fishing For Beginners” on March 24 from 6-8 p.m. at MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center. MDC Fisheries Biologist Shane Bush and MDC Outdoor Skills Specialist Greg Collier will discuss crappie characteristics, lure options, and fishing techniques for different seasons of the year. The program is for ages 10 and up. People can register for this program online at:

https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/172742

For more information about this program or other upcoming events at the nature center, call 417-888-4237. MDC’s Springfield Conservation Nature Center is located in southeast Springfield at 4601 S. Nature Center Way. More information about other upcoming events at the nature center or other MDC facilities can be found at www.mdc.mo.gov/southwestevents.

People can also get information on crappie fishing in Missouri at huntfish.mdc.mo.gov/fishing/species/crappie.