Bessey Fish Pond is a popular fishing destination in Nebraska, USA, that offers great fishing opportunities for various fish species. The most prevalent fish species in the pond include largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish.

For visitors who want to explore other nearby activities, the Bessey Recreation Complex provides ample opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing.

Fishing tips for Bessey Fish Pond include using live bait for catfish and bass and fishing along the weed lines for bluegill and crappie. Additionally, it is recommended that visitors use lighter tackle to increase their chances of catching more fish.

The best time of year to visit Bessey Fish Pond is during the summer months, between June and August, when the average temperature ranges from 70-90°F. During this time, the fish are more active, and the weather is ideal for outdoor activities.

Overall, Bessey Fish Pond is a great location for fishing enthusiasts looking to catch a variety of fish species while also enjoying the natural beauty of Nebraska's wilderness.

Featured Fish - Black Crappie

It is an abundant species and is important both commercially and as a sport fish. Black crappies are easily caught, often as fast as the hook can be rebaited. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: Though they show a definite family resemblance, they are distinctive enough that they shouldn’t be confused with any other species. The black crappie and the white crappie are most often confused with each other. Despite their common names, both species are the same color (dark olive or black dorsally with silvery sides) and both have spots on the sides. However, the pattern of the spotting is distinctly different. In the black crappie the spots are more or less irregular and scattered while in the white crappie the spots may be more vague and are clearly arranged into 7-9 vertical bars on the sides. Another distinction; the black crappie has 7-8 dorsal spines while the white crappie has only 6, the same number as in its anal fin. In body shape the black crappie’s is somewhat deeper than the white crappie.