July 2015 - Page 4 of 5 - Mississippi Sportsman

Live bait logistics

July 13, 2015 Sam Davis

Live bait can make a world of difference during the summer. The favored option for coastal anglers is live shrimp under a cork or on a Carolina rig. […]

Keeping that favorite knife in good condition includes coating it with a light sheen of oil after cleaning.

What to look for in a new knife

July 10, 2015 Patrick Bonin

Choosing a new knife is like walking down the bass lure aisle — there are so many shapes, colors, sizes and options that it can be tough to make a decision. […]

What was once a public boat ramp is now private property.

The Rez — Public or private?

July 9, 2015 Paul Johnson

Recently, a crappie fishing buddy of mine called to express his dismay and disappointment that the one ramp on The Rez he is able to use had been closed. […]

Blue-winged teal numbers remain high above the long-term average, and if their early migration lines up with Mississippi's Sept. 12-27 season, hunters should have some fun.

Last week, federal waterfowl officials announced another banner year of blue-winged teal production, estimating over 8.5 million birds in the population, representing a slight increase over last year and 73 percent higher than the 50-year average. […]

Mississippi dove hunters will enjoy a four-day opening Labor Day weekend, as part of a 90-day season announced Tuesday by the Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks.

Doves: 4-day opening weekend

July 8, 2015 Bobby Cleveland

This time last year, Mississippi dove hunters were mourning the loss of a traditional three-day opening weekend because Labor Day Monday fell on Sept. 1, and by treaty no migratory bird hunting is allowed prior to that date. […]

Redfish Sauce Piquant

July 7, 2015 Jerald Horst

The Redfish Sauce Piquant is unique because few sauce piquants are made with fish. The sauce is smooth and won’t bite your tongue. […]

Catfish have an amazingly developed sense of smell, so stink baits definitely work. But how much should you use?

Do stink baits really catch more catfish?

July 6, 2015 Hal Schramm

For many catfish anglers, at least those pursuing channels and blues, success follows those in the right place at the right time with the right smell. […]

Mississippi anglers will be able to fish in saltwaters without a license on Saturday, July 4.

Fourth of July is Free Saltwater Sportfishing Day in Mississippi

July 2, 2015 From News Reports

The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources wants to remind anglers that Saturday, July 4, is designated as “Free Saltwater Sportfishing Day” on the Coast. Any person may sport fish in saltwaters, which are waters south of Interstate 10, without a license. […]