As we transition into August and the pre-season, there are numerous tasks that we as outdoorsmen should be busily engaged in. The topic “pre-season priorities” covers everything that needs attention, from right here at home on out to our hunting property. […]
Mother Nature has set a near-perfect table, and the Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks has set the dates, now we’ll have to see if the 2012-13 duck season meets the expectations of Mississippi hunters.
On Wednesday, the Commission proposed a 60-day statewide duck season, the maximum allowed under federal frameworks, divided into three segments. Hunters get two three-day weekends early, Nov. 23 – Nov. 25 and Nov. 30 – Dec. 2, before the main 54-day split opens Dec. 5 and runs through Jan. 27, the last day allowed. The youth weekend is Feb. 2-3. […]
Deer camps are great fun. That is, at least until all the work starts. […]
A sure sign that hunting season is approaching is when the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks begins its application process for limited “draw-type” hunting opportunities around the state. […]
Ok, it’s hot as the dickens. August in Mississippi has got to be about the worst time of year for hunters except for the Wildlife Extravaganza outdoors kick-off show the first weekend. At least that event helps get us in the mood for the coming hunting seasons. […]
With the most accurate and consistent fletching available and slimmed down from other Spectrum models, the NuFletch Spectrum Light bodies can accommodate Easton Full Metal Jacket or Epic Series arrows requiring hidden insert technology (HIT). This smaller size allows for better arrow flight and increased penetration. […]
Super Plot from Wildwood Genetics is an economical, three-way blend of wheat, oats and winter peas that allows you to plant a quality plot that will draw wildlife in during the fall and on through the spring. […]
Deer camps are great fun. That is, at least until all the work starts.
Even then, sweat equity ought to be considered an investment in the value of the property, if not a major component of enhancing the quality of the annual hunting experience. […]
It’s an unfortunate fact that prepping a deer camp for the coming hunting season costs money in addition to time and sweat. […]
The work required for deer camp prep has to be a team sport. Regardless of how many owners, lease-holder partners, club members, family or friends a deer camp might have, nobody can do it all. […]
The rut is on. Mature bucks, if not pursuing does, are tending and breeding estrous females. […]
It’s time to head to the camp for work days in preparation for the 2012-13 hunting season. […]
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