Using Side Imaging To Catch Crappie Under Docks On Lake Of The Ozarks #14 (11-25-17)

Instructional video on how I use side imaging to locate fish under docks and then how to catch them using a dock shooting technique.
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[@paulhai2565]

You are a professional crappie fisher. God bless you and your family. I enjoyed it.

[@moore6490]

The best dock shooting videos I have seen. The great instruction is what sets them apart. Keep up the great work.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Thank you!

[@KilldeerSurvival]

I live at the Lake of the Ozarks, in Gravois Mills. Love your channel.❤❤❤👍

[@jeffschwent3447]

Great videos as always. Keep up the "how to find fish" videos. That seems to be the hardest part for me.

[@kevinlynch6799]

Watching this video reminded me that you are one of the best "Shooters" out there. Have to learn more. Really enjoyed the video and appreciated the fact that you appreciated your own "shots" when you made a good one. Kinda feel like I deserve a shot at a fish whenever I make "the perfect cast" too. Be well.

[@davidtreichler5616]

Really enjoyed this video, you did a great job of explaining and showing how you went after the fish! Keep it up!🙂

[@sdm650]

Always enjoy watching your videos

[@celestehall6931]

I’ve loved watching you catch crappie. Thank you for sharing.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Celeste Hall you are welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@wirebender5822]

Great video Mike! Thanks for sharing your tips and tricks.

[@mburke1211]

High quality video and instruction! Thank you!

[@electriccowboy]

Enjoying the videos. I live on Keystone lake Oklahoma. Been wanting to try this. Thanks for the info.

[@nicholasfollmer6978]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and wisdom!

[@5bitesrods]

New subscriber and fellow Ozarks resident. Great video. I hope to see more content in the future!

[@chrisj743]

Another hit Mike!!! Great job!!!

[@dmize72]

Great video - glad to hear there are more to come.

[@denhaire]

Enjoyed the video particularly the info on side imaging, a technique I am just learning. I subscribed and look forward to more. Dennis

[@blackdogexcavator21]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I'm going to try this.

[@ricklovall6430]

You make shooting docks look easy!

[@jdsweet1083]

Another great video, Thanks Mike!

[@fuzzyfultz]

Another good video Mike. Thank you.

[@gurugolf7438]

Retiring in 2 months to where you are, but not sure what I'm going to do... except fish. Cannot wait. Nice vids and nice boat.

[@rusharley134]

I retired July 1st 2018. Live on the lake and fish every day. Awesome!

[@BobBohner4851]

Love it. Great lessons. Thank you

[@Mrsouthernsurvivor]

Hey Mike. Great video. I have shot docks for years and it's a great way to catch crappie. I have friends that carry a 12 ft. rod with them so when the crappie get finicky, they will vertical jig under the dock floats with the long rod. Absolutely deadly technique after you catch 2-4 fish out from under the dock. I have also noticed that the bigger fish that are caught are on the longer rod with the slower presentation. Hope this helps. Thanks again for the videos.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

I use that technique as well. Great way to get into some tight spots you can’t shoot to.

[@terryrichardson419]

Good seeing a good old boy from Kennett fishing and filming in the Ozark. Hate to see you haven't uploaded in he last year. Tell Billy Don Hi from me. Look forward to more videos in the future.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Thanks for watching Terry. Hope to be posting a new video today!

[@jerryrouth6115]

Another great video, Thanks for sharing.

[@tcbridges]

Love the sling shot moves. Never thought of it. What was the kind of jig where you using with looks like a white grub or bait.Thanks for the great video

[@harveyrousejr.2069]

Awesome video and I really like the Bass Cat.

[@hodge726]

Excellent info! Thanks!👍👍

[@williamludwig149]

Great video. Excellent info on side imaging. Now.........get ya a chair on the front deck and a cooler beside ya for a live well and get serious on them.

[@Zara.19166]

Thanks mate great technique!! From Australia ill try that bait flicking/slipping 👍👍😁😁

[@stevefulkerson3545]

The stringer idea is genius! Not having to fish them out of the well in cold temps and knowing your limit! Genius!!!

[@RickeyMcDaniel]

Thanks for sharing. Nice work.

[@jackdotzman2908]

Just recently stumbled on to your You Tube site. You do a great job of sharing your fishing skills with your viewers, beautiful. Having lived and fished LOTO then moving closer to Truman and fishing there I really appreciate how much the weekend anglers can learn by watching your fishing videos. Even an old guy like me can and does learn something, thank you. JD in Leeton,MO

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Thanks for the nice comments and for watching.

[@discoveryoutdoorskcfishing236]

I'm going to be shooting several segments right there in your neck of the woods in the next couple weeks. I'll have to try this with my side view.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Good luck.

[@OFFFishing]

Good tips and great video👍👍

[@FGKFishing]

Nice video!! Keep it up, I'll keep watching!!

[@gurugolf7438]

Hope you will be able to make more videos this year. Hope all is well. If you are done with the videos. Thank you for the ones you made.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

I hope to make more videos this fall after the tournament season is over. Thanks for watching.

[@DavidSmith-cx8iq]

Awesome video man

[@Branson4fun]

Heard you say it come right out! DULL HOOKS!

[@twinstone7509]

Nicely done, thanks, subbed.

[@gofishingwithrichardfaulk9056]

Very nice video, thanks

[@darrickmoody1668]

Hope to see more videos from you and all is well

[@lakelife1350]

Hope to see you on the water. Would love to learn a little to pass to my son. He will be on the boat with me. We’re on the bottom side of lake valley golf club

[@rshotrod1965]

Great video like always. Do you ever troll for crappie in the winter time like you do in the hot summer months?

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Rarely on Lake of the Ozarks. Can't seem to stay away from the dock shooting that time of year.

[@tomford6734]

Great Video. I'd like to see a video about how to clean and prepare crappie for eating.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

I would be happy to do one but there are a lot of videos on that topic out there. Just go to KZbin and search "how to clean crappie" or "how to filet crappie".

[@Winkiedoodles]

Very nice, Mike. Love the 15 clip cable stringer idea. Were you using 1/16 oz crossfire heads? Don, Jeff City

[@MikeBakerVideos]

I/16 oz round ball heads I paint myself.

[@Winkiedoodles]

Thanks Mike. Don

[@shawndeer9485]

Mike great video, looking for recommendations, on the best set up for shooting docks. Rod and reel, line, and jig weight. Thanks

[@MikeBakerVideos]

A great setup without breaking the bank would be a B & M Sharpshooter rod, Pflueger reel and 6 lb. high vis yellow line. I use a 1/16 or 1/32 oz. jig.

[@shawndeer9485]

Mike Baker Videos thanks for the info definitely going to get the gear and give it a go. 👍

[@wesleyhughes363]

Just subscribed. Really enjoyed you showing the side imaging on sonar under docks and sharing why you chose the docks you chose to fish.Great information. The "how to" is much appreciated. Could you tell me what brand, model, and length of your favorite dock shooting rod(s) and reel (s)? I have a 6 foot B&M sharpshooter rod, but would like a 6.6 foot or maybe a 5.5 foot rod and reel to along with the one I have. I will be using exclusively for dock shooting for crappie. Thanks.

[@DrZiggyzoo1]

When shooting docks I like to use a shorter rod in the 5' to 5.5' range. 6' is definitely my max for shooting docks. It's much more manageable when you're up close to the dock. With a long 7' rod, the rod tip likes to dance left or right when you pull it back. I alternate between a light or ultralight action. I like shooting with the light action more since it's a bit more rigid and the tip doesn't move left or right as easily when pulling back. You can use an ultralight if the bites are really light. For me, line watching is the best way to catch the light biters. If it's windy I use the ultralight since the line likes to dance in the wind. I'm not super specific on my rod brand with crappie rods. I have Crappie Maxx rods and Bass Pro Micro Lite rods. I've been wanting to get an Ozark Rod Dock shooter or an ACC Crappie Stix. I'm leaning more toward the ACC because it's a 5' 5" instead of 6ft. However, I'm picky with bass rods! As far as reels, I like using a Shimano Sahara 1000. I own three of them and have loved them. Some people prefer using underspins when shooting docks because you don't have to flip the bail all the time. To me it's no big deal. Another important thing for me, is using HiVis line. I used to use clear, but now I always use HiVis with crappie. I normally get 4lb Crappie Maxx Super Vis line from Bass Pro. It's like $8 for 3,000 yds which is plenty!

[@MikeBakerVideos]

B & M have some nice dock shooting rods. I use a 6' rod for heavier baits but I have some older 5'5" Allstar rods I use for smaller baits that I love. I can control the shorter rods better, especially in tight situations. With that said, I know fishermen who are deadly with longer rods. It comes down to experimentation and time on the water to find out what you are comfortable with and what works best for you.

[@fishin-impossible2992]

Good video , I really enjoyed it thanks. What kind of camera do you film with

[@MikeBakerVideos]

A Go Pro for the most part.

[@fishin-impossible2992]

Thanks Mike , ive got 2 of them but I sound like a hick when I talk on it, I have a channel but just haven't put but a few videos on it. Thanks , keep posting ive learned a lot. Do black Crappie hit the plugs when your trolling

[@blackdogexcavator21]

Looking for advice. In my area I have 3 municipal reservoirs to fish. We don't have the docks and such to shoot like in this video. The lakes are mostly flat bottomed with the only structure being the natural contour of the land, ie creek channels, rip rap around bridges, bridge pillars, and natural points. For the most part the water is anywhere from 6-30 deep. What would you say would be the most productive method for fishing for crappie in these types of lakes and what baits would you think would be best? Thanks for the help and I love your channel.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Many methods could work, depending on the time of the year, water temp, etc. Long line trolling of jigs or crankbaits with higher water temps. Slow trolling (spider rigging) can be good year round. An old fashion jig and bobber or minnow and bobber are hard to beat. If you find the bait fish you will find the crappie. Study the natural structure like drop offs, even if slight, and edges of any natural creek channels. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@zebraallday8332]

That flick of the wrist cast is amazing

[@385nol1]

Nice video, can I ask what type of rod you are using, and there lenght. Also what pound test are you using. Thanks

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Either a 6 ft. B & M or a 5 1/2 ft. Allstar .6 lb. line.

[@robertimussey5956]

Great videos Mike. Going to try shooting the dock. what lb line do yo use for shooting

[@MikeBakerVideos]

6 lb.

[@robertimussey5956]

Thanks Mike , would love to come south and get some of those larger crappies. Keep them videos coming. Also could not believe the great fall fishing.Have to try it, to much hunting.

[@spencerplummer8002]

Great video. But I think you oughta invest in a good pair of shades ;)

[@Fishing4Reel]

I have a detachable sonar/down imager for my kayak. I can adjust the transducer to shoot off to the side instead of just straight down. Would this work is a makeshift side imager?

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Don’t know. Possibly. Give it a try.

[@fatfred1234]

Great!

[@quikcarl61]

Mike I have a question, I noticed when you came up on the first dock that you had to reverse with the trolling motor, do you think the current it puts off bothers the fish, thanks

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Some say yes, some say no. I think it is best if you don’t blast right into them.

[@donkohlman1531]

so, are you done with this video series? love the videos

[@MikeBakerVideos]

No! However, work, life and tournament fishing got in the way this past year. Hope to do more soon. Thanks for watching.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Hope to do more soon.

[@ctmoboctmobo5061]

Good job,video and catching. In joyed the side imaging. What kind of Jig and weight were you using ? Thanks Mark at 12MM Osage.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Round head jigs I pour myself with #1 red sickle hooks. Paint them orange. Usually use a 1/16 oz. but will go to 1/32 if slower fall is needed or 3/32 if faster fall is needed. Thanks for watching.

[@ctmoboctmobo5061]

@@MikeBakerVideos Ok Thanks

[@michaelbuckingham3923]

Hey Mike hope all is well, havnt seen a video in a while. Crappie should be chasing those cranks right about now. Stop holding out on us. Lol

[@MikeBakerVideos]

You are right. Wish I had time to pull some cranks at LOZ. Have been busy fishing the Crappie Masters trail this year. Will probably be later in the fall before I have time to do any more filming.

[@casey10614]

Can you do a video on how you set up your Bass Cat for trolling cranks?

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Yes, the next time I shoot a trolling video.

[@johndruckenbroad9752]

Mike what rod length and action do you use? Also line type and lb. test?

[@MikeBakerVideos]

I use various rods in 5.5 or 6 ft in length. B&M sharp shooter rods are good dock shooting rods. I use 6lb high vis line.

[@boashna]

If those leaf where $100 bill you would be a millionaire . My channel upload does not come out as sharp. what format do you upload to KZbin (mpeg3 or wmv or av) and what do you use to edit your video.

[@jonahlawrence2797]

Do you ever fish Stockton lake if so what part and do you have a lure color you prefer that lake and pomme I fish

[@MikeBakerVideos]

I haven't been on Stockton in a few years and when I was there last it was to fish for Walleye. Never fished it for crappie.

[@Smalltechguy]

what is your set up??? I figure if the bass aint biting better change up to keep my interest.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

What do you mean by “set up”? I try to explain what I am doing but happy to try to answer any specific questions you may have.

[@Smalltechguy]

@@MikeBakerVideos I was referring to line size and rod length. All my rods are for bass...thanks. I can't skip so shooting them under is the way to go.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Paul, I usually use a 5’6” Allstar rod or a 6’ B&M Sharpshooter rod. I use 6lb high vis line.

[@wesleyhughes363]

I went out to local lake today to try to use side imaging to look under docks just as you did on this video. I actually have the same unit you used. I cannot figure why I can't see under docks as you do. I had it set for 50' on right only. Only difference was the docks I went by were in only 7 to 14 feet of water - more shallow than docks you were examining. When I go by bridge pilings, I see the pilings and whatever is around them, but nothing under the docks. I know some of the docks that I was looking at has wood connected to the dock underneath - in water, but I don't see anything, but as already stated, I can see the bridge pilings very clearly. Could it be the type of dock? Does this make sense - any suggestion(s)?. I went back and looked at the side imaging pictures from your video again before sending this long comment/question Any help would be greatly appreciated!

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Wish I could help but I am certainly no expert on setting up the side imaging. Search for this topic on KZbin as there are a lot of videos out there that should help. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@dwightpierce4427]

Could you give me a little instruction how you shoot the jig with the spinning rod and reel? Please sir

[@MikeBakerVideos]

I have videos on it. Watch my “Baker Bits”.

[@lonniehall9006]

What bait are you using, show it. Thanks, Lonnie Hall in Kentucky

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Bobby Garland Baby Shad. Blue Ice is one of my favorite.

[@randy1ization]

did u know u can turn the readouts off on the left side

[@DSTRENGDDS]

Are you on 455 or 800khz? Thx.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Not sure. Whatever the factory default is.

[@shaney3116]

Is this hartwell?

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Is what hartwell? What is hartwell? If you are referring to a lake, this video was shot on Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri.

[@timothythomas3820]

Hello ! Mr. Mike Baker. I am a big fan of your KZbin video’s. I’m a 58 year old man and I lost all my crappie fishing equipment due to a storage house fire and I lost my job that I had for 25 years due to someone had the virus on the job and it shut down for good and I have no money to purchase anymore fishing equipment. Mr. Baker. Will you please help me out with a crappie spinning rod. My church pastor gave me one of his crappie spinning reel ? I am praying that god touch your heart to help me please. God bless us for we can help others who are in needed. Thank you so much and may god be in your heart to help me Mr. mike baker please 🙏🙏

[@FishinNStuff]

Very informative brother great video I'm subscribed ima check out the rest of ur content, check us out sometime if u get a chance I'll be watching

[@PureLivingForOutdoors]

Are you still doing the youTube thing?

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Yes. When I have time. I have been busy this year with tournaments but hope to shoot some more videos in the next few months.

[@PureLivingForOutdoors]

Mike Baker Videos I enjoy these crappie videos! Where you at on lake of the Ozarks? I’ve only been to that lake once and it wasn’t to fish. Lol

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Lower lake area in this video.

[@TheSilverSurfisher]

(@ 10:29) "What time is it?" .....DINNER......

[@andretullier3469]

Use your spot lock

[@robertbrown7342]

Showing 4 docks all with fish in side imaging doesn’t show much about side imaging. Show what it looks like with empty docks in imaging etc. I love dock shooting and use these techniques. Video should have been called watch me fish though, not a lot of hummingbird content

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Sorry you didn’t enjoy it. A dock with no fish looks like these docks without the fish. I have filmed many docks without fish and have more Humminbird content in some of my other videos.

[@robertbrown7342]

Mike Baker Videos I enjoyed it. I love dock shooting the Ozarks. I was just looking for hummingbird tutorials for the new T3 series I put on my Lund. Have a good season

[@PickinPins]

haha I couldn't be bothered keeping and cleaning that many fish.... Ridiculous

[@chadpalmer6557]

Will you adopt me

[@MikeBakerVideos]

I love it! Sorry, no. I have plenty of mouths to feed as it is. Thanks for watching.

[@livin4life]

Get outta my yard

[@kellywoolverton6072]

Great video Mike. I’ve been wanting to try this since I watched your first dock shooting video. My wife and I finally got out and tried this wkend. It’s much harder than you make it look. We ended up with twelve keepers and had a blast doing it. One question, how long does this pattern usually last? Thanks for the info.

[@MikeBakerVideos]

Keep practicing, it gets easier. Pattern should last all winter into late spring. During the spawn the fish will move up behind the docks. Shoot under the dock cables, reel in and hold on.