Deer of the Year
Grandfather’s tip leads to Clay County trophy deer
Colby Latham of West Point had something better than game cameras to help him find and locate a trophy buck in Clay County — his grandfather’s keen eye. […]
Plains Region
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Urban wildlife refuge studied for Metro area
If all goes according to a plan announced by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Metro Jackson area could soon be home to a new urban National Wildlife Refuge. […]
Deer of the Year
Third stand location produces Claiborne trophy
Blake Andrews had to adjust his treestand location three times, but the third one was the proverbial charm that led to a massive 12-point Claiborne County trophy buck on Oct. 24. […]
Deer of the Year
Smith arrows speed-walking buck
“I knew the deer already and was specifically looking for his sheds,” the hunter said. “I found one of his sheds in March but never found the other. At this point, I knew he was going to be high on my hit list for this season. My pursuit of the animal became a lot more personal once I had a piece of him to hold. I like making my hunts as personal as I can.” […]
Bass Fishing
Arrest made in fisherman’s shooting death
A Jackson teenager has been arrested and charged with capital murder in Sunday’s shooting death of a fisherman in town for this week’s Bassmaster Central Open at nearby Barnett Reservoir. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Making the float
Kayaks and canoes are the recommended craft for fishing the Chunky River, but short flat-bottomed boats also work. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Scenic opportunities
While not offering a put in or take out, Dunns Falls is located on the lower end of the Chunky. The site sits on a high bluff and is the replica of a grist mill that once was on the site. […]
Bass Fishing
After Jackson tragedy, will B.A.S.S. ever come back?
The City of Jackson, Barnett Reservoir and all of Mississippi have a long history with the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society, and its Bassmaster tournament circuit. […]
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Fall catfish bite has finally arrived
Moderating water levels and falling water temperatures have provided the combination of conditions that Bob Crosby of Blue Cat Guide Service (601-953-5767) loves to see on the Mississippi River. […]
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Charming the Chunky — Fishing tips for the Chunky River
The Chunky River is a quiet anglers dream. Slow enough to allow plenty of fishing time, fast enough to make the ride interesting and diversified enough to make the trip well worth an angler’s time. […]
As Big As they Grow
Focused on fall fishing
Writing a column about crappie fishing in August is a tough assignment for me. Y’all know I don’t like fishing in hot weather, and August is about as hot as it gets around these parts. Even under the shade tree at Ross Barnett’s Fannin Landing, temps after mid-morning are intolerable to me. […]
Bass Fishing
Plenty of ways and places to catch August bass at the Rez
Just like everywhere else in Mississippi, August is a very tough month to catch bass on the Rez. […]