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July 22, 2026

The Alabama bass was recognized as a separate species after genetic analysis revealed that it was not closely related to the spotted bass. […]

According to Paul Elias, June is the best month to fish ledges for bass at the Tennessee River’s Pickwick Lake. […]

The problems surrounding wild pigs is nothing new. But these problematic critters can be quite the treat around the dinner table. […]

The blue marlin is one of the most highly sought after gamefish on the planet. They can reach great size, and their meat is excellent. […]

Redfish Ceviche is a light, healthy and delicious recipe. It calls for a few vegetables, some lime and lemon juice and fresh fish. […]

NetBait’s B Bugs have a leg, or tail, up on other beaver-style soft plastics. They are more buoyant than similar products. […]

Not only are catfish fun and relatively easy to catch, but they also make for excellent table fare. Try out this Catfish Piccata recipe. […]

Hand fishing has a long tradition in Mississippi and is still practiced by anglers that want to add extra excitement to their catfishing. […]

In May, the bass at Ross Barnett Reservoir will be over the spawn, and you can catch large numbers of them. […]

You can train your hunting dog yourself or send the dog to a professional trainer. We’ll take a look at both. […]

It took four to five months to design and tweak the lure, but today the Ike’s Mini Flip Jig is a favorite among bass fishermen. […]

Avoiding the potential adverse effects of increased catch and size selectivity of bass that can result from increased technology. […]