February 2019 - Page 2 of 2 - Mississippi Sportsman

Sheepshead are a great February target around pilings under the US 90 bridge over the Jordan River in Bay St. Louis.

5 February fishing hot spots

February 12, 2019 Bobby Cleveland

While most waters in Mississippi can produce outstanding fishing action in February, these five hot spots are proven producers worth a trip. […]

Alligators at Shallotte River Swamp Park prefer to stay in the water when it freezes. (Photo by Swamp Park)

Live frozen gators spotted at North Carolina nature park

February 11, 2019 Brian Cope

Alligators don’t often have to worry about the water freezing around them, but they don’t seem to mind it one bit. They just freeze themselves in, but keep their noses above the surface so they can breathe just fine. […]

Planting and cultivating a buffer of thick trees or bushes around a popular feeding area for deer can give animals a little more security to venture into the picture during daylight hours.

Make deer feel more secure

February 6, 2019 Jeff Burleson

Deer hunters can improve their chances with a little buffering and protection around attractive sites on their properties. […]

Several WMAS will offer draw hunts during Mississippi’s 2019 spring turkey season, but the application deadline is Feb. 15.

Turkey hunt draw deadline Feb. 15

February 6, 2019 Bobby Cleveland

The deadline to apply for turkey hunts on several Wildlife Management Areas operated by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is Feb. 15. […]

The author gets together with a group of anglers every spring on Michigan’s Lake St. Clair. Everyone travels at least 600 miles for the event. Although they can’t claim ancestral fishing rights, this annual trip has great value to their small tribe.

The value of fish and fisheries

February 5, 2019 Hal Schramm

It is a good time to think a little deeper than just about fish biology or catching them. […]

Beagle music: a harmony you won’t soon forget

February 4, 2019 Bobby Cleveland

There is nothing more pleasant to the ears than the sound of a pack of beagles in pursuit of a rabbit. […]

Latest CWD whitetail discovered in Marshall County

February 2, 2019 Bobby Cleveland

A 1½-year-old, free-range buck collected in Marshall County is Mississippi’s fourth confirmed case of chronic wasting disease. […]

Reservoir trash rule causes confusion

February 1, 2019 Bobby Cleveland

A new trash regulation has gone into effect for bank fishermen on Ross Barnett Reservoir near Jackson. […]

Meet Mississippi’s big bass buster

February 1, 2019 Michael O. Giles

Brandon angler Bill McKay, who has honed his big-bass skills for years, says targeting lunkers takes special tactics. […]

Cold catfish tricks

February 1, 2019 Phillip Gentry

Don’t give up on catfish in the winter. Blues, flatheads and channels will all bite, if you change tactics to account for the cold weather. […]

Action can be fast and furious when crows fly in to investigate calls.

Don’t miss out on a great wingshooting experience: crows

February 1, 2019 Bobby Cleveland

Want to give your shoulder and ears a workout? Add to your wingshooting enjoyment by blasting away at a hundred of so Mississippi crows. […]

The author shows off a pair fox squirrels (black color phase) and one gray killed with a shotgun near the Mississippi River. The black phase it more prevalent in the Delta Counties.

Bushytail bonanza – Find the food and find late-season squirrels

February 1, 2019 David Hawkins

Hit the hardwoods and finish your hunting season with a limit of Mississippi squirrels. […]