This time of year I have a flat bottom that very rarely leaves the back of the truck.Depending on how deep the pond or lake is (20-10ft) I will fish from the dam.If it is deeper than that,I`ll get the boat out and look for water around that deep and look for a drop or a channel next to it.Thats usally where I find crappie setting up this time of year.I havent found any fish on beds yet,but it aint far... JT