October 2015 Archives - Page 3 of 3 - Mississippi Sportsman

This feisty bass hit this crankbait in a cut under a bank just south of the Highway 11 Bridge at Petal.

Float plan — Fishing the Leaf River

October 1, 2015 David Hawkins

A fallen log with a root ball still attached and a gravel bar worked to form a deep hole right along the bank.

To the right was the rock bar. […]

Assault plan — Expert shares bowhunting tips for opening-day success

October 1, 2015 Michael O. Giles

Shane Easterling was brimming with anticipation as he secured his climbing tand high up a tree and prepared for the afternoon bowhunt in one of his favorite places. […]

Deer pattern hunters, often waiting to move around until the middle of the day, after the crowds have returned to the camp. That makes the ability to stay on the stand longer vital to success

Staying put — Wander less for more deer

October 1, 2015 John J. Woods

Time on task is the No. 1 contributing factor to deer hunter success, yet it is that exact time quotient that often restricts most hunters from getting quality hunting afield. […]

Cover: October 2015

October 1, 2015 Mississippi Sportsman

Opening day has finally arrived, and we share some tips on how to ensure success when that unsuspecting buck steps out. […]