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March 29, 2023
HomeAuthorsPhillip Gentry

Articles by Phillip Gentry

About Phillip Gentry
Phillip Gentry is a freelance outdoor writer and photographer who says that if it swims, walks, hops, flies or crawls he’s usually not too far behind.
Bass Fishing

Essential tips for kayak fishing

January 28, 2023 Phillip Gentry

Regardless of your commitment to the sport, learning ideas that will further your kayak fishing experience is always a good thing. […]

With so much bait accumulating during fall migrations, matching the hatch is often the best strategy for kayak anglers. (Photo by Phillip Gentry)
Field Notes

Live bait is tough to beat

October 23, 2022 Phillip Gentry

Kayak fishing with live bait requires special arrangements, especially live baits that live in the water and need water to remain alive. […]

Catfish

Fall catfishing strategies

September 22, 2022 Phillip Gentry

As the weather begins to cool in the fall, catfish transition from summer patterns to winter. Try one of these strategies to catch them. […]

Bass Fishing

Tackling Barnett striped bass

August 25, 2022 Phillip Gentry

Kyle Thompson and Zachary Young experiment with techniques and baits to gain insight on fishing for striped bass. […]

Deer Hunting

Avoid stinging, biting insects while hunting

July 21, 2022 Phillip Gentry

Avoiding insects is all part of taking to the woods when hunting season arrives. Here are the creatures awaiting your arrival. […]

Crappie/Bream

Summer crappie in submerged timber

June 23, 2022 Phillip Gentry

It’s no secret that July weather makes it tough to fish, but below the surface, crappie are adapting and finding suitable refuge. […]

Some anglers can overdo it, taking so much stuff with them that it’s all in the way once on the water. (Photo by Phillip Gentry)
Field Notes

Take your kayak fishing game to the next level

June 20, 2022 Phillip Gentry

Kayak fishing can be as simple or as complex as you want to make it. You can’t do it right or wrong in this sport, only what’s right for you. […]

Crappie/Bream

The crappie fishing after-party

May 19, 2022 Phillip Gentry

“Crappie season” is not over just because crappie have completed the spawn. Here’s some tips on what your next move should be. […]

Catfish

Finding flathead catfish

April 20, 2022 Phillip Gentry

Flathead catfish exist in many reservoirs and small lakes across the state of Mississippi, but seem to do better in areas with moving water. […]

Crappie/Bream

Locating spring crappie

February 17, 2022 Phillip Gentry

When the calendar rolls over to March, anglers can expect to catch crappie in a number of different ways. Here’s some tips to help. […]

Kayak anglers can extend their season into the winter as long as they layer up for warmth. (Photo by Phillip Gentry)
Field Notes

Layer up for wintertime kayak fishing

February 7, 2022 Phillip Gentry

Don’t stop kayak fishing just because its winter. Layer up to stay warm and safe while reeling in cold-weather fish. […]

Crappie/Bream

Long-lining with the Duck Dynasty’s crappie wizard

July 22, 2021 Phillip Gentry

Duck Dynasty’s John Godwin knows his stuff when it comes to crappie fishing, and one of his favorite ways to catch them is long-lining. […]

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