Hunting
July 2015
Bass Fishing
Oldies but goodies — Antique lures that still catch bass
Like Babe Ruth pointing beyond the fences in Yankee Stadium, or Michael Jordan signaling a swish after releasing a 3 at the buzzer, Pete Ponds called his shot.
The FLW Tour angler looked at a fallen treetop and made a bold prediction.
“Get ready,” he said, “this is where it’s gonna happen. Watch this old lure work its magic.”
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Summertime magic — Fishing tips for Lake Mary Crawford’s panfish, bass and cats
As summer peaks and outdoor enthusiasts look for locations to get away from the crowds and enjoy great fishing and camping opportunities, it would be hard to pick a better destination to celebrate the Fourth of July than Lake Mary Crawford.
Hunting
Plan your fall hunts now
It might be the dire-straits heat of July, but now is a great time to sit back in the air conditioning at home thinking, dreaming and planning upcoming fall hunting trips.
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Bluegill fishing on Lake Chotard and Eagle Lake
Those of us dragging 65 or more years behind us remember when fishing at Lake Chotard meant double-checking river gages, crossing the Little Sunflower River and Steele Bayou on a barge ferry powered by a Ford Model A engine, and dodging potholes along a muddy road to reach Laney’s Fish Camp.
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Cover: July 2015
Hunting season is right around the corner, but growing monster deer is a year-round endeavor. Learn how to ensure your herd has what it needs to produce trophy bucks. […]
Fishing
Plano Marine Trunks
Plano’s new Marine Trunks help anglers stay organized so they can focus on catching fish. These trunks were designed to take a beating from the water, salt and sun and can withstand the rigors of real-world use. […]
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Natural growth — Native browse is important to deer
Every deer hunter wants to grow more deer, specifically more bucks, and, in particular, bigger bucks.
The truth is if you want to grow more bucks, then you also have to grow more does, since the antlerless deer contribute just as much to the genetics of the bucks as the male deer component of the breeding process. Ironically, some research suggests that the doe has an even greater genetic role than the buck. Either way, you have to have the does to get the job done. So, if you work to grow more deer, even does, then the result should statistically be more bucks as well.
Field Notes
How to remove a hook on the water
How to perform the string trick to remove a fishing hook from your body while still on the water so you don’t miss any great fishing. […]
Crappie/Bream
Top 8 tips for more bream
Veteran angler Freddie McMullen has learned how to up his odds of success. Here are his tips to fill that cooler with slab-sized sunfish. […]