Fishing Archives - Mississippi Sportsman

September 3, 2026

The Mississippi state recreational fishing season for red snapper will open in Mississippi territorial waters on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026. […]

The Matrix Shrimp arrived in July to the delight of saltwater fishermen, particularly those who fish deep, moving water. […]

The recreational fishing seasons for Gag and Greater Amberjack will open in Mississippi territorial waters on Sept. 1, 2026. […]

The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is hosting a photo contest, and selected photos will be used in the agency’s 2027 calendar. […]

Ben Cain of Lexington, Miss., set the record for Bonnethead Shark (Sphyrna tiburo) with a fish weighing 10 pounds, 13.44 ounces. […]

Many bass drop deeper to find more comfortable temperatures, but some bass stay shallow all year long, like at Ross Barnett Reservoir. […]

Whether you choose to directly target catfish or not, do not overlook the fun and food they provide kayak anglers throughout the state. […]

Mississippi’s red snapper season will re-open Labor Day weekend for private recreational anglers and state for-hire vessels. […]

The Bobby Garland Crappie Baits Slab Stalk’R will catch slabs if finicky crappie aren’t eating the Baby Shad. […]

Jackson Callender of Vancleave set the record for Bonnethead Shark with a fish weighing 8 pounds, 11.2 ounces. […]

The recreational fishing season for gray triggerfish will open in Mississippi territorial waters on Aug. 1, 2026. […]

The Evolution Fishing Creature Keeper Case is intentionally designed to protect, organize and maximize urchin baits. […]