Catch More Fish This Spring—Two Trolling Systems That Work

Catch More Fish This Spring—Two Trolling Systems That Work

April 15, 2026

Most anglers think catching more fish means more effort.

These two guide-tested trolling systems prove it’s really about coverage, control, and setup.

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The Planer Board System That Produced 35,000 Walleyes

Two Trolling Systems That Work

Most anglers think running more lines just means more chaos. Captain Ken Clark has spent 30+ years proving the opposite—turning a multi-rod spread into a controlled, repeatable system that’s produced over 35,000 walleyes. In this breakdown, he shows exactly how it works—and why it’s simpler than you think.

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How Planer Boards Changed the Way I Catch Crappie

When summer crappie get pressured and boat-shy, most anglers struggle to stay on fish. Mississippi guide Ronald Holt found a simple adjustment—planer boards—that helped him go from tough days to consistent limits by reaching fish others miss.

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Two different fisheries. Two different approaches.
Same outcome—more fish in the boat.


Now we want to see how you’re doing it.

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a Full Church Tackle Trolling Package

Every angler has that moment—the one where everything finally comes together and you start putting fish in the boat.

We want to hear your story!


How to Enter

Shoot a quick 15–45 second vertical video on your phone. Keep it simple—you can film:

  • In your boat
  • At the lake
  • In your garage or tackle room

Bonus if your footage is while catching a fish(but not required).

In your video, tell us:

  • What wasn’t working before Church Tackle
  • What you changed
  • What happened next

And be sure to include your favorite Church Tackle products in the shot VIDEOS MUST BE SENT NO LATER THAN MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026 (11:59 pm PST).

 

What You Can Win

  • Grand Prize: Full Church Trolling Setup ($250+ value) & 4 TX-12 Mini Planer Boards, 2 TX-007 Stern Planers, 4 Size#1 Stingray Diving Weights, 4 Size #2 Stingray Diving Weights, Church Tackle Hat, & Stickers)
  • 3 Runner-Ups: Church Tackle Hat & Stickers

Featured Anglers: Get highlighted on Church Tackle channels Official Rules & Disclaimer


No purchase necessary to enter or win. A purchase does not increase your chances of winning.
Open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Void where prohibited.
Entries must be received by Monday, May 4, 2026 (11:59 pm PST). Winners will be selected based on submission quality and notified via the contact information provided within 30 days of the contest closing.
By submitting a video, you grant Church Tackle Company a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, reproduce, edit, publish, and distribute your submitted content in any media, including but not limited to social media, advertising, email marketing, and website content.

By entering, you confirm that:
You are the original creator of the submitted content
You have permission from any individuals appearing in the video
Your submission does not infringe on any third-party rights
Church Tackle Company reserves the right to disqualify any entries that are incomplete, inappropriate, or do not comply with these rules.
Prizes are non-transferable and may not be redeemed for cash. Church Tackle Company reserves the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value if necessary.
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