We Finally Warmed Up This Week……2/13/2026
Finally lost a lot of the skim ice on local rivers…..birds were feeling it today…….we’re getting closer…..
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Jeffrey D. Abney
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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 Frank M Jul 2, 2025.
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 Frank M Oct 14, 2024.
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 Frank M Oct 14, 2024.
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
Caught on the shiner/ice rigger setup
"Nice black crappie……looks like several species were taking the shiners….."
A Picture That Validates the River Guage…….2/5/2026
The normal water level would be the wet spot on the trunk…it clearly shows around five feet of water loss during the event….
echo Lake Reservoir Bluegill
"Classic summertime bluegill photo….we all want to get out real bad…..I’ve inventoried all my gear for several weeks and placed several orders that are trickling in ……the Full Snow Moon just passed and the Worm…"
Still Trying to Process This Reading ..2/4/2026
We often drop one to two feet during thunderstorms and cold fronts but down almost five feet is astounding to me…I haven’t spoken to anyone that has seen this before….I’ve tracked this information closely for 27 years but spoke to folks that have…
Cypress Reflection-8/30/2012
"I posted a picture in this area back in August of 2012……surface temperatures will easily exceed 90 degrees in this area in the summer, crazy extremes….."
"We’re finally beginning to thaw around the Estuary, the images of this winter/storm are characterized as “once in a lifetime”"
"That stinks John….I was hoping to see a few fish caught through the ice……and Phil said 6 more weeks….lets hope he was wrong again…..hope you get a break soon…."
It’s Cold. Everywhere This Winter But….2/1/2026
"Yes it is…..I can’t get used to it after seeing this area with water a thousand times…."
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- What state are you from? This can help us get together for fishing trips!
- North Carolina
I hope everyone has a great 2026 fishing season…..good luck!
Jeffrey D. Abney's Photos
Winter’s Grip
Added February 13, 2026 at 7:16pm
Mother Nature Rules
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Winter Storm Gianna February 2026
Added February 4, 2026 at 8:26am
Scenic North Carolina/ Winter
Added February 2, 2026 at 9:39am
Winter Storm Gianna
Added February 1, 2026 at 8:52am
My Hometown Bayou in Louisiana
Added January 26, 2026 at 1:09pm
Preparing for the Fry
Added January 26, 2026 at 12:45pm
Food
Added January 25, 2026 at 12:13pm
Food
Added January 23, 2026 at 5:45pm
Best of the Decade-2010-2020
Added January 23, 2026 at 10:06am
Best of 2010-2020
Added January 21, 2026 at 9:26am
Best of the Decade 2010-2020
Added January 20, 2026 at 7:33am
Scenic North Carolina
Added January 20, 2026 at 5:08am
Best of the Decade-2010-2020
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Best of the Decade-2010-2020
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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
We Finally Warmed Up This Week……2/13/2026
Finally lost a lot of the skim ice on local rivers…..birds were feeling it today…….we’re getting…
Tungsten Jig Mealworm got hammered
"The rod I'm holding has a pounder rig tied to it. It caught the pseeds and most of the…"
Caught on the shiner/ice rigger setup
"Nice black crappie……looks like several species were taking the shiners….."
A Picture That Validates the River Guage…….2/5/2026
The normal water level would be the wet spot on the trunk…it clearly shows around five feet of…
echo Lake Reservoir Bluegill
"Classic summertime bluegill photo….we all want to get out real bad…..I’ve…"
Still Trying to Process This Reading ..2/4/2026
We often drop one to two feet during thunderstorms and cold fronts but down almost five feet is…
Cypress Reflection-8/30/2012
"I posted a picture in this area back in August of 2012……surface temperatures will…"
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