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June 17, 2026

Banging crankbaits in Calling Panther’s deep timber is a good way to find bass in the summer.

Getting the most out of cranking

August 15, 2015 Phillip Gentry

Whether fishing a major impoundment or a private farm pond, crankbaits are among the bass catching-est baits that can be tied on a fishing line. […]

Patience is required to get a big plastic worm or lizards down to the depths of the timber, but the fish are there for those who can do it.

5 tips for deep timber summer bass

August 15, 2015 Phillip Gentry

When temperatures soar during the hottest time of the year, largemouth bass will seek out “comfort zones” in order to survive during Mississippi’s torrid summers. […]

Summer is also a great time to catch crappie at Calling Panther. Using single poles to jig deep in timber along the creek channel can produce big rewards.

Destination: Calling Panther Lake

August 15, 2015 Phillip Gentry

Directions: Calling Panther Lake, a 512-acre lake managed by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, is located in Copiah County, 5 miles west of Crystal Springs off New Zion Rd. The nearest street address is 1000 Gaddy Ln., Crystal Springs, MS 39059. GPS – N31.984 726, W90.475 823. […]

Keep it safe at night

August 15, 2015 David Hawkins

Safety is paramount when night fishing for any species of fish. Many of these points may seem mundane, but each bears repeating […]

Bassing at night calls for dark lures that move a lot of water and make a lot of noise. Black is the preferred color.

What to throw at night

August 15, 2015 David Hawkins

Weedless: Any of the myriad of plastic frogs or critter baits is a good choice in weeds, grass and lily pads. Techniques for day fishing can be used after sunset. Slowing down the retrieve just a little will keep the bait in the strike zone a little longer, giving the bass more time to strike. […]

Learning a new stretch of marsh can be overwhelming, but Capt. Ronnie Daniels said it’s a matter of looking at the trees and instead of the forest.

Expert shares how to learn new fishing areas

August 15, 2015 Andy Crawford

An intimate knowledge of a specific area can produce quick limits, Capt. Ronnie Daniels said. He simply knows where he should go given the specific conditions on a given day. […]

One of the best things about making the short run from Mississippi to the Biloxi Marsh is that you can keep Louisiana limits.

Louisiana fishing limits are OK when launching in Mississippi

August 15, 2015 Andy Crawford

The entire Biloxi Marsh is located in Louisiana, but what if you decide to launch in Mississippi? Do you have to abide by the 15-fish daily creel because you’ll cross Mississippi waters on the way in? […]