Its a good sign when the crappie start to hit on larger baits. It means they are becoming more active and easier to catch. I was casting with a large 3/4 ounce Cleo towards a small pile of branches expecting to pull out a northern or walleye but I was suprized with a nice sized crappie. I think I am going to pick up a couple dozen 2 inch fathead minnows and hook them in the back and see if I can catch enough crappie to make for dinner.