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July 2, 2026

This 10-point stepped out of a public woods pine thicket 300 yards away from Josh Hawkins, who took it with a 6.5 x 47 Lapua in a McQuirter custom rifle.

Barnett Reservoir draw in August

July 15, 2014 Bobby Cleveland

Expanded hunting opportunities are included in Year 2 of draw deer hunting at Barnett Reservoir, the Pearl River Valley Water Supply District announced. […]

Bow hunter Randy Pearcy regularly hunts public lands and knows going in that he will have to work for big bucks, like this one taken at Hillside National Wildlife Refuge.

Research hunting pressure on WMAs

July 15, 2014 John J. Woods

Hunting pressure is a prime concern of deer hunters looking for a decent buck on public lands. […]

The information hunters must give at WMA check stations before and after each hunt is vital, in that it helps wildlife biologists analyze the many aspects of hunting. It is included in the annual Deer Program Report, which is a good tool for all deer hunters.

Annual Deer Program Report, when available, is important tool

July 15, 2014 John J. Woods

As valuable as any accessory to Mississippi deer hunters who concentrate their efforts on state wildlife management areas is the annual Deer Program Report. It is a must read. […]

Hunters like Tommy Hoff know there are more than enough quality open public land options in Mississippi.

Extensive Information Source

July 15, 2014 John J. Woods

As stated, this document is good tool for all deer hunters in Mississippi regardless of whether they exclusively hunt private lands or on state wildlife management areas, but is an absolute must for WMA deer hunters. […]

Public lands will have hunter check-in and out stations where harvest data is collected.

WMA Hunting Data Insights

July 15, 2014 John J. Woods

At the top of that list is the most important for WMA hunters. If they read nothing else in the entire report, they should be certain to study the data for the WMAs they hunt. […]

Many people consider public land to be void of good deer, unless it’s one where draw hunts are held. Charles Allen of Lake might argue that point. He took this 10-point on the Caney WMA just a few hours after dogs and hunters made a drive through the area during the 2013-14 season.

Draw Hunt Checklist

July 15, 2014 David Hawkins

Apply for WMA permits during the month of August. If you are selected, you will be notified by email. […]

Dove hunters will get 20 extra days of shooting this season, but will not be able to hunt Labor Day weekend.

Commission confirms 90-day dove season

July 15, 2014 Bobby Cleveland

Mississippi’s 2014-15 dove season structure, which includes both good and bad news, received final confirmation from the state’s Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks. […]

It is normal behavior for does to leave their young bedded most of the day.

Warning: Leave fawns alone

July 9, 2014 Bobby Cleveland

It’s summer in Mississippi, and with it comes the annual warning from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks:

Leave deer fawns alone! […]

When a hog attacks, the result is often a trip to the hospital to have a wound dressed and stitched up.

Video: When wild hogs attack

July 8, 2014 Andy Crawford

Hunting is often described by the unitiated as an act perpetrated on innocent animals. And, well, we do hide in trees and wait for deer to meander into our sights. Fun and productive, but it’s not all that dangerous to the hunter, unless he happens to fall from his perch. […]

Duck numbers up 8 percent

July 3, 2014 Bobby Cleveland

Duck numbers are up for eight of the 10 most popular species, including the oh-so-important mallard, according to the 2014 breeding population survey released Wednesday by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. […]

Speed Reed

July 1, 2014 Mississippi Sportsman

Camo Unlimited Speed Reed synthetic grass panels provide long lasting boat/duck blind and pit cover solutions. Features include flexible realistic strands that will not break, materials that can be painted to match your environment and strong mounting points for any application. […]

Mud Buddy Sport V

July 1, 2014 Mississippi Sportsman

The new Mud Buddy Sport V Shallow Water Marine Outboard is the toughest, fastest and most powerful mud motor built today. […]