"Absolutely John........we rarely catch just one sunfish species but normally a pattern is developed that targets the best fish on a given day......Saturday was clearly dominated by husky shellcrackers so we took the bait literally and went with…"
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Jeffrey D. Abney's Discussions
What state would you choose to fish Bluegill if you could only pick one?
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We are fortunate to have members from all over this great nation...One of my favorite things about Bigbluegill.com is the instant connection…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeffrey D. Abney Aug 6, 2016.
Jig Fishing Under A Float.....Things to Consider and Other Recommendations
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Here's just a couple jigs I like to fish. Some micro and some regular sizes.…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by David, aka, "McScruff" Jun 6, 2018.
The Phenomenon of the color PINK in Brackish Waters for Sunfish......
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As an active member of Bigbluegill.com the last several years, I have learned a lot and shared many ideas that have proven successful for Sunfish in the waters I fish. Prior to becoming a member I had several secrets that remained in my pocket and…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeffrey D. Abney May 7, 2018.
A Prosperous 2014 Panfish Season To Date
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Not sure what all the contributing factors are but 2014 has been an amazing panfish season to date in Coastal North Carolina......Despite getting hit by a wave of tornadoes in late April and a brush by a CAT 2 hurricane on the 4th of July......this…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeffrey D. Abney Jul 6, 2016.
Memorable Fishing Trips.
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As excitement is generated with the upcoming Bluegill peak in many areas, I was just wandering if there were any members that would like to share a favorite fishing trip they take every year or used to go as a child that has created a lifetime…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by dick tabbert Mar 8, 2012.
A Little About The Numbers in 2015.......75 Days on the Albemarle..........
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As most are aware I keep very detailed fishing logs mainly used to look back on for planning purposes.......It has been another rewarding season on the Albemarle which included another successful family vacation covering from May to late June this…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeffrey D. Abney Jul 20.
Tannic Water Bluegills and Their Distinct Dark Colors
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I have often been amazed at the many adaptations that nature has made for the survival of individuals and species alike. One of these that…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Nathanael Deloach Feb 10, 2015.
2012 NORTH CAROLINA COPPERNOSE CALENDAR
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JANUARYFEBRUARY…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by John Sheehan Dec 19, 2013.
Swamp People
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If anyone else enjoys this program the new season begins on February 9th..."Shoot im' Liz bith!"Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeffrey D. Abney Feb 28, 2013.
Lepomis Miniatus- Red spotted Sunfish
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"Nice male and female shot............so many people would love to have 9s getting in the way! LOL great job and nice photos as always......."
My Wife and I Caught a Solid Bushel of Blue Crabs Today......8/18/2019
"Thanks TK.......looking forward to it........it's a little sweeter when you catch your own......the market price for the best crabs is $40.00 a dozen right now so we caught about $120.00 worth.......late summer through Halloween is peak for the…"
"That's what I like Multi-Species.There are generally around 9-11 or so Species available to catch in the 3 or 4 lakes I usually fish here in NJ .It's a great day when 5 or more are caught !"
My Wife and I Caught a Solid Bushel of Blue Crabs Today......8/18/2019
"ohhhh my Jeffrey that's going to be some good viddles !"
My Wife and I Caught a Solid Bushel of Blue Crabs Today......8/18/2019
"Thanks Ronald.....we'll eat a few boiled and use the rest for crab cakes and "she crab" soup..........we love blue crabs around here!"
"We were socked in early today but the rains ended and the wife and I headed out for some blue crab fishing....got a nice bushel of Jimmies!"
"John it's an amazing fishery.........we caught eleven largemouth, white perch and yellow perch the first thirty minutes of the day before moving back in the swamp.......but the creeks hold too many species to mention here.......we caught…"
"How many species are there or have you caught there Jeff?"
"We're very fortunate along the estuary John.......it is such a fertile body of water you never really know what you're going to catch on a particular day.......I knew I might catch a few shellcrackers today but 85 quality crackers was a…"
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- North Carolina
I hope everyone has a great 2019 fishing year!
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Comment Wall (126 comments)
- At 8:55am on February 2, 2017,
Jack Sandlin said…
I live about 10 minutes from the NE Cape Fear and 20 minutes from Black River, however I fish the Trent and Neuse rivers more frequently when I'm not fishing the crappie tournaments.
- At 4:35am on August 6, 2016,
David Devine said… Hi Jeffrey, I haven't. Been to rice lake since they started the new regulations 2010 my son married a local girl 25yrs ago so we all go. To one of the resorts for a week. We have been going to Bobs lake near by, less pressure and the gills willing. You should try it, you can actually get tired of catching bluegills.
- At 6:41am on July 29, 2016,
Frank Manuele said…
I'm sending these today.
Frank
- At 10:09am on June 17, 2016,
June bug said…
awesome gill's, love the color
- At 4:10am on January 1, 2016,
Mark Sleeper said…
Thanks and wishing you the best
- At 8:06pm on December 31, 2015,
wow nice pic and fish kudos
- At 6:32am on February 19, 2015, Mo Fish said…
Hey Jeffrey, do those big gills bite all year in those dark water swamps? My wife and I will be relocating to the Charlotte area. I wonder if Norman and Wylie are good panfish lakes? I am sure they are. I want to take a ride out to your waters and maybe down to Santee Cooper also when we get there. Have you fished any of those lakes? I heard SC has some big bream.
- At 4:30pm on February 5, 2015,
Derrick Bustle said…
Will do.Hope for an early spring this year
- At 4:13pm on February 5, 2015,
Hey Jeffery..I catch Blue gill from time to time but you know my realy passion. I just got back from a Florida Business trip a few days ago and I could watch the fish just swimming around. I didnt have the time to fish. To much to do in such little time.
- At 9:41am on January 8, 2015,
Robby Best said…
Thanks Jeffrey! this is the only site ive seen where people respond to you and share info
Jeffrey D. Abney's Blog
Best Of October 2017....Tidal Crappie on The Albemarle
The month started on the Coastal Marsh with some solid fish on shallow cover.......
All of these ventures are on pole and line........I loved this technique as a kid and go back to it every year.......…
ContinuePosted on October 29, 2017 at 5:15pm — 8 Comments
Bluegill Dreams: A cool Article About Childhood Dreams By James Prosek
Ran across a cool short story by writer James Prosek and his childhood dreams about bluegill fishing.......It caught my eye when he said he found bigbluegill.com while browsing one night while working in the museum in Raleigh......
Go to gardenandgun.com/article/bluegill-dreams for a cool short story.
Jeffrey
Posted on January 16, 2017 at 3:30pm — 2 Comments
Sunfish 2016 by The Numbers.........Six Species Breakdown
Closed out 2016 yesterday with a total of 5,921 sunfish for 2016 with six total species caught on the Albemarle. Here is the breakdown by species during another great year.....
Coming in at Number Six for the year is the REDBREAST Sunfish: Not as abundant on the Albemarle as other species but still doing well in several locations..........I release the ones I catch here hoping they will increase in numbers because they are very fun to catch.…
ContinuePosted on January 1, 2017 at 10:01am — 16 Comments
Field and Stream Outdoor Store
Has anyone shopped at one of the Field and Stream Outdoor Stores? How's their fishing department? Grand opening this weekend about an hour from me ...........Looks alot like Bass Pro...
Posted on August 25, 2016 at 4:19pm — 5 Comments
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"Absolutely John........we rarely catch just one sunfish species but normally a pattern is developed…"
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"Nice male and female shot............so many people would love to have 9s getting in the way! …"
My Wife and I Caught a Solid Bushel of Blue Crabs Today......8/18/2019
"Thanks TK.......looking forward to it........it's a little sweeter when you catch your…"
"That's what I like Multi-Species.There are generally around 9-11 or so Species available to…"
My Wife and I Caught a Solid Bushel of Blue Crabs Today......8/18/2019
"ohhhh my Jeffrey that's going to be some good viddles !"
My Wife and I Caught a Solid Bushel of Blue Crabs Today......8/18/2019
"Thanks Ronald.....we'll eat a few boiled and use the rest for crab cakes and "she…"
"We were socked in early today but the rains ended and the wife and I headed out for some blue crab fishing....got a nice bushel of Jimmies!"
"John it's an amazing fishery.........we caught eleven largemouth, white perch and yellow perch…"
"How many species are there or have you caught there Jeff?"
"Funny you should say that Allen ! The other day ,we were catching most of our Pickerel and the one…"
"GPS is nice when you can take your unit out during warm weather (NOW), and mark various waypoints…"
"We're very fortunate along the estuary John.......it is such a fertile body of water you never…"
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