But bluegills belong to that unscientifically defined family of “panfish,” which ... Fathead minnows—sometimes labeled rosy reds—are one of the most common live bait options in tackle shops across the ...

Indiscriminate feeders, bluegill readily eat live crickets and various earthworms. The local tackle shop is a good starting point for bait, but if time permits, involving young anglers in digging ...

The anglers were flipping topwater baits near the grass lines, reports Jim Childress of Big Bass Bait & Tackle (352-207-7520). Bass remains king for now as the shellcracker and bluegill bite ...