September 2012 Archives - Page 2 of 3

During the rut, bucks are either looking for does or tending a moving doe.

2012-13 Deer Forecast: The best season ever!

September 1, 2012 David Hawkins

A hunter’s anticipation of the upcoming deer season is triggered by positive events. One could be a visit to the Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza, where a record number of high-scoring deer will be on display. Another could be the setting out and checking of a trail camera, and seeing the pictures that bring first-hand proof of the promise the new season holds.

Last, but not least, are the words you are about to read from the brightest deer minds in Mississippi, who in a unified voice say this may be the very best deer season in Mississippi — ever!

The 2011-12 deer season was definitely one of contrasts. Record-breaking mild weather, near-record mast crop, fewer deer sightings reported and hunter numbers continuing to fall. […]

Cover: September 2012

September 1, 2012 Mississippi Sportsman

Deer season is only a month away, so it’s time to plan your WMA hunts and learn how the deer season is stacking up. […]

Rachel Delinski shows off a redear sunfish she caught.

Go deep: Head to deep water to catch lunker summertime bream

September 1, 2012 John N. Felsher

Intently scanning his electronics, the angler maneuvered his boat offshore to scrutinize every patch of bottom, looking for just the right cover in the depths below. “Bingo!” he exclaimed, tossing a yellow marker over the side so he could maintain contact with the honey hole in open water. “This is where we’ll find the really big ones.” […]

Sure, worms and crickets will produce fish, but so will artificial baits like this Rapala.

Best fishing tactics for deepwater bream

September 1, 2012 John N. Felsher

Some anglers prefer the challenge of fooling bream with artificial baits. Reynolds vertically jigs tiny spoons to search for fish on breezy days. […]

Ameristep Chair Blind

September 1, 2012 Mississippi Sportsman

The new Ameristep Magnum Tent Chair Blind is compact, lightweight, durable and was designed with the archery hunter in mind. It is large enough to comfortably shoot a bow but can also be used for gun hunting. […]

Bluegill like this might be the most-recognizable species of bream, but there are many other varieties in the state.

Mississippi bream come in all varieties

September 1, 2012 John N. Felsher

Even the most-renowned professional anglers probably started fishing for panfish, but many can’t really tell the various species apart. Frequently, they simply lump them all together as “bream,” “perch,” “sunfish” or a dozen other names. […]

Maui Jim sunglasses

September 1, 2012 Mississippi Sportsman

A new collection of sunglasses from Maui Jim were designed specifically for fishing, marine and water sports enthusiasts. […]

In 2010, Joe Watts of Canton killed three different dove species in three shots within a matter of seconds: (from left) a mourning, Eurasian collared and white-winged doves.

Magnolia Missiles: Dove hunting allows outdoorsmen to brush off some rust

September 1, 2012 Bobby Cleveland

Dove hunting marks the official opening of the season, and there are new species in the mix. Here’s what you need to know to stay legal. […]

Carolina Cradle

September 1, 2012 Mississippi Sportsman

The Carolina Cradle can be affixed to the stock of your favorite turkey gun and allows you to work any 3 5/8-inch call with minimal movement. Your friction calls can be changed from slate, to glass, to any of the popular calls on the market today on a moment’s notice. […]

September 2012

2012-13 Deer Forecast: The best season ever!

Cover: September 2012

Go deep: Head to deep water to catch lunker summertime bream

Best fishing tactics for deepwater bream

Ameristep Chair Blind

Mississippi bream come in all varieties

Maui Jim sunglasses

Magnolia Missiles: Dove hunting allows outdoorsmen to brush off some rust

Carolina Cradle

2012-13 Mississippi dove-hunting seasons

Nikon Muzzleloading Riflescopes

Dove hunting dos and don’ts