Another Nice Swampcracker…..8/24/2024
"Great to hear Dick…..we’re doing great, healthy…..had an above average fishing year so far…….what else could you want…..😂"
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Jeffrey D. Abney
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- Elizabeth City, NC
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Jeffrey D. Abney's Discussions
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 Jeffrey D. Abney Mar 11.
What state would you choose to fish Bluegill if you could only pick one?
264 Replies
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 Jul 9, 2023.
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 Apr 5.
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, 2019.
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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Started this discussion. Last reply by DAVID L EITUTIS Sep 21, 2012.
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Latest Activity
Another Nice Swampcracker…..8/24/2024
"Yes Jeffrey I'm doing good Got a new gal and enjoying life again. I've been working on a couple of heavy-duty fish measuring boards. I hope all is well with you and yours."
Labor Day Weekend Crab Boil….9/2/2024
"Thanks Dick…..it’s been a great summer in North Carolina for crabbing……..these were very tasty and we’ve already enjoyed both crab cakes and cream of crab soup from the latest batch of jumbos……"
Labor Day Weekend Crab Boil….9/2/2024
The North Carolina blue crab harvest has been above average this year….and the overall quality is crazy….this large male or “Jimmie” as it’s known to watermen..has a spread of 22”…this is truly a jumbo!
This One a Little Lighter Than Most on This Day…8/19/2024
"Thanks, Jeffrey good to be back with you guys. I see you are still landing-nice size gills---congrats"
More From Shellcracker Frenzy on the Albemarle……8/17/2024
"I’m very grateful to live here Troy…..these waters are vulnerable with so many wetlands adjacent to the rivers but we have enjoyed wonderful fishing for over twenty years……I never take it for granted……"
This One a Little Lighter Than Most on This Day…8/19/2024
"It’s a hard argument to go against……I know my adrenaline gets pumping when I’m on a good Shellcracker bite….the fight is unmatched…"
Got Into Citation Swamp Crackers Right Away This Morning…8/17/2024
"Thanks Tooty….I still can’t believe my best fishing trip of 2024 occurred in August….."
Had to Share Since I’ve Fished Toledo Bend Most of my Life……7/15/2024
"Isn’t it Tooty….hard to believe a freshwater fish can achieve this size…."
"Welcome back Bill..looking forward to your posts…."
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I hope everyone has a great 2024 fishing season…..
Jeffrey D. Abney's Photos
Crab Feast
Added September 2, 2024 at 9:14am
Summer Winding Down on the Albemarle
Added August 24, 2024 at 10:18am
August Cool Down Behind Sturgeon Moon
Added August 24, 2024 at 9:18am
August Winding Down
Added August 24, 2024 at 8:55am
Foods of North Carolina
Added August 19, 2024 at 3:38pm
Waiting for a Panfish Tournament
Added August 19, 2024 at 3:01pm
Fun With the Crackers
Added August 18, 2024 at 6:36am
Ahead of Sturgeon Moon
Added August 17, 2024 at 7:46pm
Coppernose Ahead of the Sturgeon Moon
Added August 17, 2024 at 3:29pm
Shellcracker Crazy…..2024
Added August 17, 2024 at 11:56am
Friends of Tidal Crappie
Added August 13, 2024 at 4:43pm
August Panfish
Added August 13, 2024 at 3:03pm
August Behind the Storm
Added August 13, 2024 at 2:58pm
Good Food
Added July 31, 2024 at 2:46pm
Memories
Added July 30, 2024 at 1:49pm
Comment Wall (129 comments)
- At 10:44am on April 28, 2022,
james holloway said…
Been lurking for a long time and decided to join. My wife and fish for bluegill all over West Tennessee. Reelfoot being our favorite.
- At 9:31pm on October 26, 2021,
Jim Gronaw said…
Yes indeed it was great to catch up! Maybe in the spring we can get a few! Thanks again!
- At 10:53am on October 25, 2021,
Hey Jeffrey...I sent you a message...I left my contacts there. If you get a chance please give me a call or shoot me an email! Thanks!
- 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,
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 M 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,
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.
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
Latest Activity
Another Nice Swampcracker…..8/24/2024
"Great to hear Dick…..we’re doing great, healthy…..had an above average fishing…"
Another Nice Swampcracker…..8/24/2024
"Yes Jeffrey I'm doing good Got a new gal and enjoying life again. I've been working…"
Labor Day Weekend Crab Boil….9/2/2024
"Thanks Dick…..it’s been a great summer in North Carolina for…"
SAME DAY DIFFERENT FISH
"Photos - Bluegill - Big Bluegill (ning.com) Bill Trussell check out the Green Sunfish photos,…"
"Bill, yeah, a big smallmouth would be a great fight, The tenacity of Smallies is amazing!"
"John
The largest fish I have ever landed using the fly rod- my only regret is it not being a bass,…"
"Bruce
Yes, it's quite a challenge using my 3 wt."
"That had to be a lot of fun on the fly rod."
"Wow, great fight .Especially on a 3 wt. Fly Rod! They are powerful Fish!"
"Tracy
I never use a six or five wt. in this lake because I never land a fish worthy of a heavier…"
"Jeffrey
I didn't keep the fish, I gave it to the guy you see in the background pic. I have a…"
"very nice play on a 3wt. i use a 6wt for my bluegill fly fishing. i tangle with a few…"
Catfish on the Fly
Guys, I landed this catfish in April of this year using my 7 1/2 ft. 3 wt. fly rod. I have only…See More
SAME DAY DIFFERENT FISH
"James, it's good to be back with you guys; I assume a greenie is a type of bluegill. "
Labor Day Weekend Crab Boil….9/2/2024
The North Carolina blue crab harvest has been above average this year….and the overall quality is…
This One a Little Lighter Than Most on This Day…8/19/2024
"Thanks, Jeffrey good to be back with you guys. I see you are still landing-nice size…"
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