Field Notes Archives - Page 9 of 47 - Mississippi Sportsman

July 16, 2026

Spinning-wing decoys, such as this one from Mojo Outdoors, create a strobe effect that looks like wings flapping. Birds can see that flash from a long way off. (Photo courtesy Mojo Outdoors)

Bring more doves in range

August 18, 2024 John N. Felsher

Hunters can try these helpful tricks to fool more doves and bring these swift fliers closer for better shots at them. […]

Heading offshore alone, even with all the advancements in today’s equipment, is a dangerous game. (Photo by Chris Burrows)

Think before heading offshore alone

July 28, 2024 Chris Burrows

It can be fun to fish offshore alone, but solo trips are inherently more dangerous than fishing with others. […]

Out of State Destinations: The Elk River

July 22, 2024 John N. Felsher

Louisiana sportsmen might catch three wild freshwater trout species in the Elk River where none should exist. […]

Managing land properly attracts and holds doves

July 20, 2024 John N. Felsher

For many landowners, dove season begins months before the shooting starts as they prepare their lands to attract and hold birds. […]

Handling catfish in the tight confines of a kayak can be a little dicey. Using a net and/or lip-grip keeps the fish under control and lessens the chances of getting stuck by the fin spines.

Don’t discount catfish

July 16, 2024 Chris Holmes

Catfish provide great sport and have become common catches for kayak anglers fishing in all the traditional saltwater areas. […]

Jugging for cats

July 14, 2024 Ricky Aucoin

If you want to experience an exciting type of catfishing, try your hand at jug lining. Quite often you will catch large catfish. […]

How to properly net a fish

July 1, 2024 Brian Cope

Netting a fish properly isn’t too difficult, as long as you follow a few simple rules. These tips will help. […]

Summertime sleigh riding

June 29, 2024 Phillip Gentry

If a sleigh ride is on your bucket list, there’s a couple of things you can do that will make that experience a more enjoyable one. […]

Russell Jones with Alabama Guide Services shows off a couple spotted bass he caught on an Alabama Rig holding swimbaits while fishing on the Black Warrior River near in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (Photo by John N. Felsher)

Out of State Destinations: Black Warrior River

June 24, 2024 John N. Felsher

The Black Warrior River offers some of the best trophy spotted bass fishing in the nation. Visitors can also find loads to do in Tuscaloosa. […]

The June equation

June 21, 2024 Davy Hite

According to Davy Hite, mapping software, electronics, and the right combination of lures are essential to bass anglers in June. […]

Time for some boat maintenance

June 18, 2024 Justin Adkins

Neglecting boat maintenance can lead to frustrating breakdowns and costly repairs, putting a damper on your summer adventures. […]

Numerous species of fish fall for this artificial lure/live bait tactic. (Photo by Brian Cope)

Lure/live bait combo is deadly

June 2, 2024 Brian Cope

Anglers often disagree on whether it’s best to use live bait or artificial lures to catch fish, but for Willis Trapp of Camden, SC, using both of them together is the way to go. But