slows, experiment with lure size, type and shape. Another advantage is the ability to swap out artificial lures with a live earthworm or mealworm. Live bait can help produce during a difficult bite and is great for younger anglers. A secondary benefit to targeting panfish is the great learning opportunity it allows for young I was armed with a few basic lures, 6-pound-test line and less tackle than I have ever had on hand anglers. The heading to a lake or river. frequent action keeps children anywhere. Panfish are generally shallow and often just off interested and involved. Action is always a plus. This is the shorelines. where many well-intentioned anglers go wrong. Short trips For more information on panfish fishing, visit with a high catch probability will help when introducing Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission's website at young children to fishing. www.fishandboat.com. Many of Pennsylvania's lakes have This type of panfish action can be repeated on almost open areas and designated fishing platforms to provide any lake or pond in Pennsylvania. Panfish are plentiful easy access for fishing. If you have not targeted panfish for and one of the most common fishes in the state. The several years, it is time to give it some consideration. tactics used on this lake in central Pennsylvania will work Bluegill Green Sunfish Pumpkinseed Redbreast Sunfish www.fishandboat.com Pennsylvania Angler & Boater * November/December 2019 23http://www.fishandboat.com http://www.fishandboat.com