How to find and catch spawning crappies in shallow water this spring using these proven tips, baits, and locations to maximize your early-season crappie bite.

Bluegills will be found shallow until water temperatures push into the upper 70s, usually in early June. Then bluegills retreat to cooler, deeper or shade-covered waters.

Fishing duo Cole and Jay catch crappie and bluegill for an easy spring lunch from a local fishing spot.