Jeff Collum worked a shallow bank picking apart the isolated cover like a skilled surgeon. Without hesitation he flipped, pitched and worked every piece of cover on and off the bank. Suddenly a bass struck his jig. Collum reared back and slammed the hook into the old sow’s jaw.
Staring directly into the sun on the last day of August is enough to drive you insane. However, flip the calendar, and you begin to notice some tiny cracks in the heat wave that beams down on the water beginning the first day of September. Though it may seem far away, the approach of fall is imminent. […]
When most Mississippi anglers hear the word “crappie,” they immediately think of Grenada, Sardis and Arkabutla, all located in the Delta region in the state’s northwestern section. Although these lakes have reputations for producing extraordinary crappie in both numbers and size, other lakes in Mississippi also hold great crappie populations that don’t receive as much fishing pressure as the Delta’s glamor lakes. […]
Bruce Roberts quietly settled into his bow stand just after 1 p.m. last fall. Roberts had located an area chock full of big buck sign deep in the East Mississippi woods, and his anticipation was heightened by the knowledge of the trophy deer that had been seen recently in the area. […]
The Mississippi River decided to flex its muscles this spring by pushing against the levees that for almost a century have kept it in check, and pushing its muddy fingers into tributaries like the Yazoo River. Hunters who spend most of their off time prowling the woods of the Delta watched anxiously as deer and all manner of wildlife flowed out of the way of the rising waters.
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Streaking down out of the sky like the legendary Flying Tiger fighter pilots of World War II, the doves rolled, darted, pitched and turned to avoid the lead in the sky, seeking the sunflower seeds scattered over the ground. […]
Every successful hunter has certain items or gear that are crucial to his success, and Bruce Roberts is no exception. After years of bowhunting with primitive gear, and killing average bucks, Roberts upgraded his gear, expectations and hunting areas. […]
Come fall, you have to be serious to be successful in the deer woods. One of the most important elements to your success is the equipment you choose to take you there. Well look no further than the Millennium M100R Camo stand that is designed with you, the serious hunter, in mind. […]
Duck hunters will fire their first shots in September when the early teal and Canada goose seasons open. Canada goose season is first up, running from Sept. 1-15, the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks reminded hunters. Teal season opens up on Sept. 10 and closed Sept. 25. […]
MINNEAPOLIS, (Jul 20, 2011) – Starkey Laboratories, Inc., one of the world’s leading hearing technology companies, is excited to introduce SoundGear™ by LaPierre, a brand new category of electronic hearing protection. SoundGear combines the instant fit convenience of a behind-the-ear device with the comfort of a customized device. […]
Valhalla, N.Y., (August 1, 2011) – Balance Bar, one of America’s original nutrition/energy bar leaders, has improved its Bare product line comprised of two popular flavors: Sweet & Salty Chocolate Almond and Sweet & Salty Peanut Butter. […]
Hunter’s Specialties® has introduced their line of highly effective Scent-A-Way™ TEK 4 odor control clothing to the tactical, military and law enforcement community. […]
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