Fishing Archives - Page 19 of 342 - Mississippi Sportsman

June 2, 2026

Cast nets are great for catching your own live bait. They can easily be learned to throw from land or docks. However, if using in a kayak or wading, it takes a bit more practice to get proficient, but it can be done.

Shrimp are what’s for dinner

May 18, 2024 Chris Holmes

Kayak fishing provides some challenges for anglers wanting to keep a healthy supply of shrimp or other live bait along for the day’s trip. […]

Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery VEC Fishing Rodeo

May 16, 2024 From News Reports

The MDWFP is excited to welcome the community to join them this Saturday, May 18, 2024 for the Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery VEC Fishing Rodeo. […]

Brad Chappell, a fishing guide from Ridgeland, Miss., shows off a crappie he caught while using jigs tipped with soft-plastic trailers on a stormy day at Ross Barnett Reservoir near Jackson, Miss. (Photo by John N. Felsher)

Crappie, catfish both holding tight to woody cover at Ross Barnett

May 14, 2024 John N. Felsher

As summer approaches, anglers fishing Ross Barnett Reservoir near Jackson might need to search harder for crappie. […]

Elvis Presley Lake reopens May 22

May 13, 2024 From News Reports

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks has announced the reopening of Elvis Presley Lake in Tupelo on May 22, 2024. […]

Wahoo Poisson Cru

May 13, 2024 Nathan Judice

Wahoo Poisson Cru, also known as Tahitian-style ceviche, is a delicious and refreshing dish originating from the islands of French Polynesia. […]

Mississippi angler Alfred Williams’ childhood passion for fishing led to a lifelong tournament career and a role as an admired leader in the bass-fishing community. (Photo by Kory Savage)

Alfred Williams casts historic line as first African-American inducted into Bass Fishing Hall of Fame

May 12, 2024 From News Reports

Alfred Williams of Jackson, Mississippi, is the first African-American to be inducted into the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame. […]

Trace State Park Fishing Rodeo

May 7, 2024 From News Reports

The MDWFP invites you to grab your fishing poles and enjoy a fun day at Trace State Park on Saturday, May 11, 2024 beginning at 9:00 a.m. […]

Lure Review: Zoo Pop

May 6, 2024 Don Shoopman

The Snag Proof Zoo Pop has given bass anglers like Cliff “The Cajun Baby” Crochet another weapon to use in grass, lily pads and duckseed. […]

Lemon pesto trout

May 3, 2024 Jerry Dilsaver

This lemon pesto trout recipe is almost as easy to make as it is delicious. Eating fresh fish prepared this way makes the meal special. […]

Bob M. Dearing Natchez State Park Lake reopens May 6

May 3, 2024 From News Reports

The MDWFP is excited to announce that Bob M. Dearing Natchez State Park Lake will reopen for fishing and boating on Monday, May 6 at 6:00 a.m. […]

Saltwater takes a toll on aluminum propellers, but sometimes it’s the best material for the job. (Photo by Chris Burrows)

Mad props

April 28, 2024 Chris Burrows

Stainless steel props are considerably stronger than aluminum ones, but if your prop hits a solid object, that strength can lead to a problem with other components of your outboard engine. […]

Bream base ahead

April 23, 2024 Kinny Haddox

People who want in on a lot of action can find it with bedding bream. Finding a bream bed is like hitting the jackpot. […]