Field Notes
Modern fishing lines 101: Monofilament and fluorocarbon
Fishing lines are divided into three major types. Here’s what fishermen need to know about nylon monofilament and fluorocarbon. […]
Newsletters
Bass Fishing
Catch Ross Barnett’s May largemouths
You’ll have numerous choices of lures and tactics for bass at Ross Barnett Reservoir in May, a post-spawn month. […]
Fishing
May is a rich month for anglers
Despite a limited amount of hunting opportunity, May truly is an excellent month to be a Mississippi sportsman. […]
News
MDMR seeking public comment for Oyster Management and Recovery Strategic Plan
The MDMR is seeking public comments from stakeholders on the draft document, “Oyster Management and Recovery Strategic Plan.” […]
Field Notes
Hunting club honey-do’s
Now is a great time to patrol your hunting grounds, you may find that your place is in need of a little TLC. […]
Crappie/Bream
Crappie smashes into truck windshield
An unlucky crappie crashed into the windshield of a Ward Transport truck after being caught, then dropped, by an osprey from Randleman Lake. […]
News
Recreational season for greater amberjack reopens May 1
Officials with the MDMR announced on April 22 that recreational harvest for Greater Amberjack will open on May 1, 2021. […]
Columns
Species Spotlight: Longnose gar
Longnose gar are found almost everywhere. They are one of the most prehistoric fish swimming in North American waters. […]
Field Notes
Tips to preserve fish for mounting
Larry Matherne, owner of DeeDee’s Taxidermy, offers some tips for preserving a freshwater or saltwater fish for mounting. […]
Crappie/Bream
Lake Mary Crawford set to reopen
Fishermen will soon have access again to one of the state’s storied hot spots when the Lake Mary Crawford at Monticello reopens. […]
Alligator
Alligator application period will open June 1
Applications for Mississippi’s public alligator season will be accepted June 1-8. Hunters will have 960 permits available for the 2021 season. […]
Bass Fishing
Gamakatsu’s Gika Rig is hybrid of finesse, power bass fishing
The Gika Rig is Gamakatsu’s latest offering in terminal tackle. It combines power fishing and a finesse technique. […]