While Louisiana enforcement officials have said they will not enforce federal red snapper fishing regulations, it was made clear this weekend that Mississippi Department of Marine Resources’ Marine Patrol are onboard with the feds — despite their own governor signing an open letter to Congress demanding state management of the fishery. […]
Friday was sort of an anniversary for me. The date itself, April 26, has absolutely nothing to do with it. It just happens to be the day on which the full moon falls this year in April. […]
There are sound reasons behind the growing success of one of the hottest soft plastics for saltwater and, even, freshwater fish from Biloxi, Miss., to Houma and beyond in the Sportsman’s Paradise. […]
All over Central and North Mississippi, there is one question on the minds of crappie fishermen — “Has the spawn come and gone, or will there be another run?”
The answer probably varies from lake to lake, but most crappie experts are saying — and the reports coming from on the water offer supporting evidence — that the best action is still ahead. […]
In the spring, according to Kyle Perry of Biloxi, the trout move from the bays and bayous to the front beach. And that means it’s easy to put some fish on the table — even for those anglers who are boat poor. […]
The first report of spawning crappie came Monday afternoon (April 15) on one particular spot on Barnett Reservoir. By Tuesday afternoon, it was over in that honey hole and Wednesday bites were tough to come by. “But we found them again, in a very similar area, about a mile up the lake,” said Joe Alford of Brandon, who fished with his son Jace. “I was in on that tremendous run between the islands Tuesday but it was over on Wednesday. […]
Ron Garavelli and I had 10 crappie from two hours on our first fishing spot at Barnett Reservoir Tuesday (April 16), a mix of dark black males and fat female chunks. […]
It looked like a Foot Locker employee convention swimming around the reef near Ship Island as Capt. Travis Paige of Goin’ Coastal Charters quietly trolled up to the structure. […]
Jackson fishing kayaks are designed by fishermen, for fishermen. Innovative designs make gear handling and storage ultra convenient. Comfortable seats, stable hulls and unique colors make Jackson a leader in the kayak fishing market. […]
Ocean is a pioneer in the world of sit-on-top kayaks. With a fleet of specifically dedicated fishing kayaks, Ocean brings decades of kayak manufacturing innovations to anglers. Ocean strives to make your kayak fishing adventures more comfortable and successful. […]
The new Pelican Premium line was designed for anglers who want to invest a little more in their kayak but expect the same incredible value that is synonymous with the Pelican brand. The Strike Angler models are designed for the kayaker seeking a mid-level performance fishing kayak at a reasonable price. […]
T. J. Stallings has come up with his “theory of white” after fishing in the Alabama River. The water is very dark in an area where the Coosa River ends and the Alabama River begins, and Stallings catches spotted bass and crappie on solid-white lures.
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