Casting Wins Out Over Rigging on Beaver Lake

Quiet Day Turns into a Catch: Crappie Success with B'n'M Fishing and PICO Lures

Crappie Fishing

<p>Lance Hughey Crappie Guide Service offers professional, family-friendly guided crappie fishing on Beaver Lake, AR. Owned and operated by Lance Hughey, a dedicated local angler with years of experience chasing crappie, this service is ideal for both beginners and seasoned fishermen. If you're looking to book a crappie fishing guide on Beaver Lake, Lance provides a fun, safe, and productive trip focused on helping guests catch fish and learn techniques that work. All Beaver Lake crappie fishing trips for hire begin at Sonora Baptist Church, an easy and accessible meeting location for anglers coming from near or far.</p><p><br></p><p>Trips are conducted aboard a well-maintained 19-foot fiberglass Ranger boat, built in 2008 and powered by a dependable 150hp John Deere engine. With speeds up to 65 mph, the boat makes quick work of covering water to find active fish. It comfortably seats up to four anglers and is equipped for both casting and guided trolling trips on Beaver Lake, AR. Whether you're chasing spring slabs or summer brush pile bites, this affordable fishing guide on Beaver Lake knows where the fish are and how to get them biting.</p><p><br></p><p>To ensure a great day on the water, guests must bring a valid fishing license, a packed lunch, and plenty of drinks—but please note, alcohol is not permitted on board. A $100 deposit secures your trip, with a full refund offered if you cancel at least 7 days in advance. Cancellations within 7 days will result in a forfeited deposit. If you're ready to hire a fishing guide on Beaver Lake, AR, or are looking for a trusted crappie guide service on Beaver Lake, Arkansas, Lance Hughey is ready to deliver a fun, skillful, and memorable fishing adventure.</p>

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I’ve been fishing different methods the past few weeks.  Rigging and casting.  Out of the two, casting has been more successful….  Rigging I’m just not seeing many fish roaming.  They so scattered it makes you wonder if there’s even any in the lake.  I’ve had to rig over trees to pick them off because that’s the only way I’m finding them right now.   Greg and I went together the last couple weekends and fished brush one trip.  The other we cast at roamers.  We had success each time but casting to wood was more successful.  Best bite was in 17-23 fow casting.   
I haven’t cast to them in a while.   It’s been a fun change up the past couple weeks.   I need to do that more often on my own. 
WT is 78.  Lake elevation is coming down 1121.8. Water clarity is pretty clear for the river arms.
I’m gonna try a different area that I don’t traditionally fish this time of year.  I use to a few years ago when they kept the lake at higher levels and would do pretty well.   I’m going on a hunch that’ll be able to catch them rigging there.   
I rather rig to know how that bite goes because in the coming weeks I’ve got folks booked and it’s much better experience if I can catch them rigging.  
Rigging setup is 16ft BnM  PST’s with 1oz double minnow rigs, that I tie up using Pico Lures/Vanguard Tackle 
Casting setup has been BnM sharpshooter six with a 1/16oz Jighead and a size 5 spit shot above it.  Color have been natural colors.  Pepper pearl, monkey milk 
Not much to report on.  I’m just ready for the water temperature to start dropping.  We hit mid 50’s for morning lows this weekend.  But, don’t get your hopes up.  Back up into 90’s next week.  First fall tease.  It’ll be summer one day and turn winter the next.  Then stay winter…. Good fishing Lance 
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Four white crappie fish caught while fishing in Rogers

Came up here expecting to do whole lotta nothin, but I’m doin pretty good I think… 
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<p><div><br></div><div><p class="p1" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;">Last time out Greg and I hooked up again to go fish a different area on our quest to “eliminate water”… lol </span></p><p class="p2" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 22px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"></span><br></p><p class="p1" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;">We got started about 6:30 minnow rigging a main river flat. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>He caught 2 right off the bat… Keeping size crappie were very bad scattered but the 52 shorts kept us entertained the whole time.  </span></p><p class="p2" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 22px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"></span><br></p><p class="p1" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;">The best bite for the most part was in 20-15 fow at about average 10-13 feet deep. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>We got on a good run towards the end of the morning once we made it to a flat off a channel swing. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>These fish were in 13 fow for the most part…. We ended the day with 19 keepers. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Good quality fish too.  </span></p><p class="p2" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 22px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"></span><br></p><p class="p1" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;">WT was 65. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>With the heat wave this week that likely rose it up to the low 70’s. That’ll help the post spawn bite hopefully. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Lake elevation was 1128.5 and water clarity was stained. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Normal river color to me for Beaver Lake.</span></p><p class="p2" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 22px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"></span><br></p><p class="p1" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;">Setup was rigging 16ft BnM BGJP’s and 1/2oz rigs minnow rigs. </span></p><p class="p2" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 22px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"></span><br></p><p class="p1" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"> Caught a lot. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Hopefully this heat will improve things. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Expecting a total different pattern this week </span></p><p class="p2" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 22px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"></span><br></p><p class="p1" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;">Good fishing Lance </span></p><p class="p2" style="margin: 0px; font-width: normal; font-size: 17px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 22px; caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"></span><br></p></div></p>

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4 white crappie and largemouth bass caught in AR

It was a bad day to be a minnow.  71 fish caught 

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Fishing in Greg’s new boat

<p><p><div>Dare I say it!!  We finally get a week with no flooding amounts of rain…  Hopefully the lake can start to stabilize…</div><div><br></div><div>Last time out I jumped in my friend Greg’s new boat.  The night before we got it outfitted for rigging and planned to fish that method the next day.   </div><div><br></div><div>We got launched about 5:30 heading to a feeder creek.  We fished in there for about 2 hours and wasn’t doing much good.  We caught several shorts but just wasn’t seeing many keeping size fish.  I told Greg this is what us professional guides call “ eliminating water”  lol… </div><div><br></div><div>Let’s go eliminate some more lol..</div><div><br></div><div>We decided to make a move to another feeder creek.  Once there we caught a keeper right off.  Catching immediately picked up.  Just still not many keepers.  We stayed at it searching and covering water.  We catch a keeper here and there.   The little ones kept us busy in between keepers.  We got on a decent pattern and started picking keepers off once we moved out deeper closer to the creek channel. </div><div><br></div><div>Lake elevation was 1129.3.  Water clarity was stained in the creek arms and mud in the river.  WT was 65.  Best bite was in 22-25 fow at about 6-13 feet deep.  </div><div><br></div><div>It’s a grind out there.  They pretty scattered but stick with it and you’ll catch at least a limit or close to it.  We caught 55 total crappie with 13 of them being keepers.  </div><div><br></div><div>Good fishing Lance </div><div><br></div><div>B'n'M Fishing</div><div>PICO Fishing Lures</div><div>Bubs Daddy Store</div><div><br></div><div>#bnmpoles #picolures #crappie #fishing</div></p></p>

I think that smile says it all. Great time spending the morning on the water with Jay and Myles.  Great job gents. Thank you so much.

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Five crappie fish caught in Rogers, Arkansas

Three crappie fish caught while fishing in Rogers

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White crappie fish caught in Rogers, Arkansas

3 fish caught by angler in Rogers, fishing

Three fish caught while fishing in Rogers

<p>Guided Crappie fishing in Beaver Lake</p>

<p>Lance Hughey Crappie Guide Service provides a top-tier fishing experience on Beaver Lake, AR, specializing in guided crappie fishing trips. Owner and guide Lance Hughey offers his expertise to anglers of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned pros. His deep knowledge of Beaver Lake’s fishing hotspots ensures that every trip is both fun and productive. Whether you're hoping to catch your first crappie or refine your fishing techniques, Lance's personal approach makes for an enjoyable and educational outing on the water.</p><p><br></p><p>The service offers 6-hour fishing trips, designed to maximize your chances of landing quality crappie. Lance ensures that each guest has a relaxed and rewarding experience, focusing on providing the best fishing techniques, equipment, and local knowledge. With trips accommodating up to three anglers, Lance Hughey Crappie Guide Service is perfect for family outings, friends, or solo anglers looking to make the most of their time on Beaver Lake.</p>

<p>Lance Hughey Crappie Guide Service offers a top-tier fishing experience on Beaver Lake, located in the heart of the Ozarks in Northwest Arkansas. As a professional guide with over 13 years of year-round fishing experience, Lance is known for delivering trips that are fun, educational, and packed with unforgettable moments. While catching crappie is a key part of the adventure, Lance's true goal is to provide guests with a laid-back, enjoyable day on the water filled with laughter and learning.</p><p><br></p><p>Lance specializes in slow vertical trolling, also known as spider rigging—a method that involves pushing 6 to 8 trolling rods out the front of the boat to cover more water and increase catch rates. It’s a technique he’s refined over the years to consistently land large crappie. During each trip, Lance teaches his guests how the method works, offering helpful tips that anyone can use, whether they're just starting out or looking to outfit their own boat for future fishing success.</p><p><br></p><p>Guests fish aboard what Lance proudly calls “The Boujee Boat,” a 19-foot Ranger fiberglass vessel fully equipped with the latest in electronic fishing technology. With room for up to three additional anglers, the boat offers comfort and stability, making it ideal for both novice and experienced fishermen. Every trip with Lance is a chance to experience the best of Beaver Lake crappie fishing with a guide who truly loves what he does.</p>

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<p><em><u>Common Questions:</u></em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What type of fishing trips do you offer on Beaver Lake?</strong></p><p>Specialize in guided crappie fishing trips, utilizing techniques like slow vertical trolling (also known as spider rigging) to target crappie effectively. These trips are designed for anglers of all skill levels, focusing on education and fun.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>How long are the fishing trips?</strong></p><p>Each trip lasts approximately 6 hours, providing ample time to learn fishing techniques, enjoy the lake's beauty, and catch crappie.​</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What should I bring on the trip?</strong></p><p>Please bring a valid Arkansas fishing license, drinks, and a packed lunch. Note that alcohol is not permitted on board. All fishing gear is provided.​</p><p><br></p><p><strong>How do I book a trip with Lance Hughey Crappie Guide Service?</strong></p><p>Bookings can be made by contacting me directly at 479-236-4105 or visiting website</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What is the cancellation policy?</strong></p><p>A $100 deposit is required to reserve your trip. Cancellations made 7 days or more before the trip receive a full refund; cancellations within 7 days will forfeit the deposit.​</p><p><br></p><p><strong>How many people can join a trip?</strong></p><p>Trips can accommodate up to 3 anglers, ensuring a comfortable and personalized experience.​</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Do I need prior fishing experience?</strong></p><p>No prior experience is necessary. I provide instruction on fishing techniques, making the trip enjoyable for beginners and experienced anglers alike.​</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What type of boat do you use?</strong></p><p>A 19-foot Ranger fiberglass boat, equipped with modern electronics, to navigate Beaver Lake efficiently and safely. ​</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What is the best time to fish for crappie on Beaver Lake?</strong></p><p>Crappie can be caught year-round on Beaver Lake, with peak fishing seasons typically in spring and fall when fish are more active.​</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Can I learn fishing techniques during the trip?</strong></p><p>Absolutely. I focus on educating anglers, teaching techniques like slow vertical trolling, to enhance your fishing skills during the trip. ​</p>

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