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August 31, 2026

When things gets tough, scratch out a tom

March 15, 2018 Terry Madewell

Scratching in the leaves while calling quietly is a great tactic to give an approaching gobbler a sense of security. […]

The pros and cons of turkey decoys

March 15, 2018 Pete Rogers

Most hunters agree that decoys can, at times, make a reluctant gobbler commit and close the distance to within shotgun range. […]

Many different turkey loads — 31/2-inch 12-gaunge, 3-inch 12-gauge, 3-inch 20-gauge — can be effective in the right hunter’s hands.

Comparing shotgun loads for turkeys

March 15, 2018 Pete Rogers

One well-known turkey hunter once discussed different shotgun loads for gobblers this way: “The only reason I don’t shoot 4-inch shells is because they don’t make them.” […]

Patterning your shotgun

March 15, 2018 Pete Rogers

One of the most-overlooked aspects of hunting with a smoothbore is the act of getting a good pattern for your shotgun. […]

What do hunters see in blinds?

March 15, 2018 Terry Madewell

Hunting from a blind is a great way to get an edge on a wary gobbler, but good blind strategy will improve your odds, too. […]

Mechanical broadheads have several advantages for hunters who want to take a gobbler with archery equipment.

Broadheads for turkeys

March 15, 2018 Pete Rogers

Having the right gear is part and parcel to using archery equipment to take a turkey. […]

Part of a young hunter’s training is learning during a hunt. Scott Ellis uses the time to point out different signs, explain strategy and give calling tips.

Calling instructions for the champ

March 15, 2018 Michael O. Giles

Scott Ellis is a three-time Grand National Champion turkey caller who has beaten all comers in practically every venue. More than a champion caller, he’s a tremendous turkey hunter, as evidenced by the gobblers he has killed all over the country. […]

A total of 128 deer from six counties in the 25-mile buffer zone have tested negative for CWD.

Second round of CWD tests all negative

March 13, 2018 Bobby Cleveland

Mississippi wildlife officials have now tested 128 deer — two sets of 64 each — since the state’s first case of the deadly deer disease was confirmed in a buck in Issaquena County on Feb. 9. […]

The MDWFP will host its second public meeting at the Vicksburg Convention Center on March 19 to discuss CWD and its response plan.

MDWFP sets CWD meeting in Vicksburg

March 12, 2018 Bobby Cleveland

State wildlife officials and representatives of other agencies will meet with the public March 19 in Vicksburg to discuss the latest information related to Mississippi’s first case of Chronic Wasting Disease. […]

The MDWFP will continue to monitor the CWD situation and collect deer for sampling.

CWD testing finds no new cases

March 7, 2018 Bobby Cleveland

Tests on 64 deer taken from the five-mile Chronic Wasting Disease containment zone in Mississippi’s South Delta were all negative for CWD, state wildlife officials said on Tuesday. […]

2018 turkey season forecast

March 7, 2018 Bobby Cleveland

Mississippi turkey hunters who had a good season last spring will enjoy the forecast for the 2018 season, but those who did not will not be so enthusiastic. […]

Over 60 samples from the containment area were sent to be tested, and the MDWFP expects results back this week.

MDWFP relying on other CWD states

March 6, 2018 Bobby Cleveland

Biologists say there are two kinds of states, those that have confirmed Chronic Wasting Disease in deer, and those that will. […]