Columns
Electroshocking gives a thorough, accurate look at most fisheries
A closer look at the efficiency of electrofishing and how well samples represent what is actually in the water. […]
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Catfish
Targeting catfish around Big Muddy’s wing dikes
Mississippi River catfish gang up around these man-made, current-directing structures, making them great fishing holes year-round. […]
Catfish
Trotlines for catfish
Trotlining is an effective way to catch catfish — blues, channels, and flatheads. A study finds the effects on gamefish to be minimal. […]
Catfish
Species spotlight: Blue catfish
Blue catfish are highly adaptable and live in almost any type of freshwater; lakes, ponds, creeks, swamps or rivers. […]
Fishing
Mississippi’s top 5 February fishing trips
Try Barnett Reservoir, Eagle Lake, Okhissa Lake and the Tenn-Tom Waterway for great Mississippi fishing in February. […]
Catfish
Rigging your catfish boat
Want to rig your boat for frequent bouts with catfish? Here’s how to outfit and rig the hull to make fishing a breeze or a battle. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Try these five hot spots for January fishing in Mississippi
Our five recommendations for January fishing hotspots in Mississippi include spots for crappie, catfish and bass. […]
Fishing
Five holiday fishing hot spots to try
While Mississippi is loaded with great cold-water fishing holes, these five are proven hot spots that are worth a visit during December. […]
Catfish
Winter catfish on the Mississippi River
Winter fishing on the Mississippi River requires a little different approach, but there are catfish to be caught, and nice ones, too. […]
Fishing
Top October fishing spots in Mississippi
Mississippi has plenty of hot fishing for October’s cooling weather. Try these five fishing trips to start your fall fishing excursions. […]
Fishing
September’s top fishing spots
Looking for a place to fish this month in Mississippi? From catfish to slabs, bream, bass and redfish; Mississippi has plenty to offer. […]
Catfish
Tie on these rigs for Mississippi catfish
Depending on where and how you’re fishing, and what catfish you’re targeting, you’ll need to tie on one of several different kinds of terminal-tackle rigs. […]