Indiana Slab Masters
Established in November 2010 For Fun And Friendly Competition in a Club Environment
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Sponsors Websites
Makers of the finest Crappie fishing poles on the market
Posted December 1, 2010 at 8:33 AM
All American Made products
Posted December 9, 2010 at 2:22 PM
Cumberland Crappie Custom Rod Holders
Custom made products such as rod holders and double seat bases.
Posted January 5, 2011 at 2:42 PM
Frogg Toggs/Mike Wilson Enterprises
Mike Wilson is sponsoring our club this year with Frogg Togg products as give a ways at the weigh-ins
Posted December 3, 2010 at 12:56 PM
Makers of the Live baby shad crappie bait. Made in the USA.
Posted November 30, 2010 at 9:31 AM
https://www.adventureproducts.com
Check out the award winning S2 Slider
Posted August 7, 2011 at 8:50 PM
Maker of quality hair jigs and other fine products. This is an Indiana based company.
Posted February 7, 2014 at 10:27 AM
Maker of quality boat and electronic cleaning products. Keep your boat looking like new!
Posted February 7, 2014 at 10:47 AM
This is a new no rinse hand cleaner and deoderizer that really works!
Posted February 7, 2014 at 10:51 AM
grizzlyjig.com/
The nations's largest crappie store!
Posted February 7, 2014 at 10:53 AM
stores.crazyanglertackle.com/
Get high quality plastics and jig tying material here.
Posted February 7, 2014 at 11:03 AM
Indy's finest bait shop and big supporter of the Indiana Slab Masters.
Posted February 7, 2014 at 11:15 AM
High quality rod holders for any technique.
Posted February 7, 2014 at 11:18 AM
bobbygarlandcrappie.com/
Very popular soft plastics can be found here!
Posted February 7, 2014 at 11:38 AM
hydroforcemarine.com/
High Quality Marine Lubricants from Lucas Oil
Posted July 22, 2014 at 9:30 AM
This long time bait company is a proven fish catching bait.
Posted February 24, 2015 at 10:24 AM
Magic Bait has baits for all species of fish. Check them out you need crappie bites or catfish bait!
Posted February 24, 2015 at 10:27 AM
These are the lightest weight most comfortable shoe you can get for wearing around the water and on the boat.
Posted February 24, 2015 at 10:35 AM
Tournament Lodging
Lodging for Tanner's Creek area fishing and tournaments
Posted February 7, 2014 at 11:44 AM
patokafishermensvillage.com/
Stay here for the Patoaka Lake Tournaments
Posted February 7, 2014 at 11:46 AM
www.daysinn.com/hotels/indiana/cloverdale/days-inn-cloverdale-greencastle/hotel-overview
Lodging for the Cataract and Raccoon tournaments
Posted February 7, 2014 at 11:54 AM
www.knightsinn.com/hotels/indiana/wabash/knights-inn-wabash/hotel-overview
Stay here for the Missy/Sally tournament this year.
Posted February 7, 2014 at 12:36 PM
www.econolodge.com/hotel-rockville-indiana-IN387
Stay here for the Raccoon Lake tournaments
Posted May 6, 2014 at 11:10 AM
Host Bait Shops
The Fishin' Shedd is Lake Monroe's premier tackle and bait shop! Stop in and pick up some of those large shiners and catch some big crappie!
Posted September 10, 2014 at 7:46 AM
schwartzbaitandtackle.com/
Schwartsz's has a great selection of crappie and bass tackle and gear and offers float trips on the White River. Stop in and say hi!
Posted September 10, 2014 at 7:51 AM
www.yellowpages.com/eckerty-in/mip/poor-boys-country-store-12737618
Poor Boys is a proud supporter of ISM and always has a good selection of live bait and crappie tackle and don't forget about the made to order breakfast before you hit the water.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 7:59 AM
Bozarth Campground and Recreational Resort
Undoubtedly North Central Indiana's finest selection of fishing tackle can be found here. They also have a great selection of camping equipment and a full service kitchen for breakfast before you fish and sandwiches when you're done. Check them out.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 8:03 AM
www.yellowpages.com/mc-cordsville-in/mip/capn-hook-sports-4918040?lid=4918040
Get your live bait and tackle here when you plan a trip to Geist Lake.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 8:29 AM
www.yellowbook.com/profile/jays-midlake-bait-and-tackle_1867645929.html
Just a mile from the ramp we use for the tournaments, Jay's is a great place to get bait, tackle, snacks and drinks before you launch.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 8:39 AM
Fishing magazines
www.onlineoutdoorsmen.com/online-fishermen.html
"December 1, 2010 To: The Mr. Hankins and the Indiana Slab Masters, Everyone here at the "OnLineFishermen" would like to welcome all of you to our site. We are very excited about the Indiana Slab Masters tournament trail joining forces in what we feel is the premiere online fishing publication. Together we will continue to grow this great sport and make this industry stronger than ever. We would like to invite each and every one of you to sign up for the FREE publication. Larry Thornhill Editor & Chief OnLineFishermen"
Posted November 30, 2010 at 9:29 AM
Covers Indiana on all species of fish.
Posted November 30, 2010 at 9:34 AM
Indiana outdoor magazine with articles written by ISM's own Ron Bilbrey!
Posted February 7, 2014 at 10:17 AM
Good articles in this publication
Posted February 7, 2014 at 12:11 PM
In-Fisherman on Crappie Biology
www.in-fisherman.com/2012/04/13/crappie-science/
This is a good read on the biology of our favorite panfish!
Posted February 7, 2014 at 1:16 PM
dongasaway.wordpress.com/2014/06/27/3135/
Great article on the "4 kinds of crappie". This article explains what a hybrid crappie is.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 8:45 AM
The leader in multi-species angling.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 12:38 PM
Catching Transitioning Crappie
www.wired2fish.com/catch-transitioning-crappie-now/
Learn some techniques to catch crappie when they are going from a summer pattern to a fall patter.
Posted September 23, 2014 at 9:05 AM
Catfish club
Indiana Catfishing club
Posted December 13, 2010 at 1:47 PM
Recommended Websites
A website that is loaded with great info about crappie fishing.
Posted June 14, 2012 at 2:33 PM
Check out the nation's largest crappie forum. Lot's of great information here!
Posted February 7, 2014 at 10:58 AM
Look for bait shops and sporting goods stores by state and county here.
Posted February 7, 2014 at 11:58 AM
www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?board=6.0
Look here for ice conditions and ice fishing info
Posted February 7, 2014 at 12:00 PM
www.netknots.com/fishing_knots/
Great website to learn how to tie all kinds of knots!
Posted February 7, 2014 at 12:07 PM
www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/2347.htm
This is the DNR fishing guide publication.
Posted February 7, 2014 at 12:34 PM
Indiana Invasive Water Species
Check out this website to learn more about how you can help prevent the spread of invasives.
Posted February 7, 2014 at 12:39 PM
www.cooks.com/rec/search/0,1-0,crappie,FF.html
Try some of these recipes the next time you have a mess of tastey crappie!
Posted February 7, 2014 at 12:42 PM
Crappie Fishing Forum
Posted February 10, 2014 at 1:48 PM
Fishing and Hunting Destination on Reelfoot Lake
Posted March 6, 2014 at 11:40 AM
Fishing and Hunting Destination on Reelfoot Lake
Posted March 6, 2014 at 11:42 AM
Quality hand poured plastics and proud sponsor of the artificial bonus for the high stakes open!
Posted March 6, 2014 at 11:46 AM
www.fishhound.com/best-crappie-fishing-lakes
Crappie Fishing Reports From Around the Country.
Posted March 6, 2014 at 1:45 PM
Minn Kota and Humminbird Pro Staffer
www.dougvahrenberg.com/Videos.html
Great videos on how to use your Humminbird electronics more effectively.
Posted March 6, 2014 at 1:48 PM
Please don't forget to pass the sport and love of fishing to the next generation!
Posted September 10, 2014 at 11:36 AM
Jim "Moose" Carden Kids Fishing Clinic
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jim-Moose-Carden-Kids-Fishing-Clinic/115854261785159
If you have never heard of this event please take the time to read about this. Click "About" on the FB link and learn about this National Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame program that started right here in Indiana.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 11:41 AM
Indiana Boating Laws and Responsibilities
www.boat-ed.com/indiana/handbook/
If you are unfamiliar with this boating laws and regulations of Indiana please browse this website.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 11:45 AM
The Ten Commandments of Crappie Fishing
www.bnmpoles.com/news.aspx?showarticle=155
A good read for you tournament and pleasure anglers.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 12:22 PM
Great resort on a beautiful lake!
Posted January 12, 2015 at 12:40 PM
Lake Levels
www.lrl.usace.army.mil/Missions/CivilWorks/Recreation/Lakes.aspx
Lake levels for the Louisville District flood control reservoirs
Posted March 10, 2011 at 4:41 PM
Lake levels Morse, Geist and Eagle Creek
ciceroweather.net/lakelevel.htm
Lake levels for Indianapolis Water controlled lakes
Posted March 10, 2011 at 4:43 PM
cumberland.uslakes.info/Level.asp
A great place to stay for Cumberland Lake Crappie USA tournaments
Posted September 11, 2014 at 7:48 AM
Other Tournament Trails
Videos
Kyle Schoenherr Fizzing a Crappie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3LtR1M350k
How to deflate the air bladder of a crappie from deep water.
Posted March 6, 2014 at 12:17 PM
Driftmaster Crappie Stalker Rod Holders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_BirdsY9yE
Good video showing the importance of individually mounted rod holders.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 11:55 AM
Cumberland Crappie 360 Rod Holders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SF1-0VHPds8
See how easy these are to adjust!
Posted September 10, 2014 at 12:01 PM
Any Time, Any Place, In Any Water Video Series
www.bnmpoles.com/c-19-book-and-video-library.aspx
Learn about just about every crappie fishing technique known to man! If you haven't seen these videos from B'n'M you need to order them and pay attention. They will make you a more versatile crappie angler.
Posted September 10, 2014 at 12:12 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJ5x1ZQrNrs
Check out the S2 Sliders features!
Posted September 11, 2014 at 7:34 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wt2SMyGWFeY
Lake Fork now has these available for rods up to 16' long.
Posted September 11, 2014 at 7:38 AM