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While I travel across our beautiful
country, and to our neighbors in Canada,
April 2018 EDITOR/ SR. WRITER the one common denominator among
people is our love for the outdoors. No
matter background, heritage, income
IN MEMORIAM status, trade, etc., the outdoors is
something everyone experiences,
along with the desire to do more.
WRITERS Fishing is a major part of this outdoors experience.
Darl Black I travel with amateur-pros and pros. I meet people
Vic Attardo during shows, seminars, events, hotels and in parking
Ron Presley lots. Without exception, they all want to learn more on
Vernon Summerlin how to be successful catching fish and helping their
John Phillips children and grandchildren catch fish. I love hearing
Greg McCain about their experiences and getting to help them explore
John Felsher ways to help their youngsters catch fish.

Kayaks and small-water boats are available at a
fraction of the cost without the major expense of a high-
dollar boat and motor. Manufacturers are producing
products relating to these smaller boats to open the
experience up to everyone.
Having this option is necessary, as many lakes
and rivers in our nation are not accessible from shore,
especially the better spots to fish. I am asked where
they can fish from shore on our Alabama and Coosa
rivers, but there are very few options.
Many seasoned companies and new small
businesses are now producing products tailored to
families and children. Most of these products are very
easy to use and they take the guesswork out of trying
to decide on the right line, hooks, corks, etc.

© Copyright 2018 Along with our continued tips for all expertise levels,
CrappieNow will strive to put key information and how-
to tips into the hands of parents and grandparents. Also,
we will be a part of the movements for not-for-profits that
are focused on children and families including those
sponsored by the NPAA, Alabama Wildlife Foundation,
Kids Fishing and Education and others.
If you are an experienced crappie angler, I
challenge you to be part of this movement. You can
Cover Photo: reduce your stress by enjoying the beautiful outdoors
Charles Bunting with a March, and crappie fishing while providing a rewarding
high-water Grenada Lake experience for a youngster.
Crappie Clubs....34 crappie. Tim Huffman photo.
God Bless,
Dan Dannenmueller Sr.

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