Freshwater Fishing
Bonus Spot
Even with the numerous natural brush in Ross Barnett, savvy crappie anglers continue to build man-made cover in the lake — and they continue to catch fish on them. […]
Articles by Phillip Gentry
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Crappie Hotspot Series: Ross Barnett Reservoir
Providing a list of the 12 hottest crappie locations in the state sounds easy in theory, but becomes difficult in practice. It’s not because they’re hard to find, but just the opposite: The Magnolia state is chock full of great crappie fishing waters. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Dam sweet spots
Embankment dams are the most commonly built dams in the United States. Massive structures made of earth and rock, embankment dams rely on their heavy weight to resist the force of the water. Several key ingredients, both natural and man-made, will dictate how crappie relate to them as water levels drop during winter drawdowns. […]
Freshwater Fishing
DIY crappie jigs
Making your own crappie-fishing jigs can be a rewarding hobby. By making your own tackle, you can create lures found nowhere else. It’s easy and inexpensive to make your own tackle; just follow these simple steps: […]
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Dam Good Fishing
Kent Driscoll kept his head down as he slowly motored across the face of the Sardis dam. It wasn’t because the weather was all that cold. It also wasn’t because wind was whipping in his face. […]
Deer Hunting
Above and Beyond: How to track down deer in some of the best habitat in the South
The hunting terrain across North Mississippi is some of the most varied in the state. Hunters have an option of taking deer from the lower reaches of the Appalachians to the deep, rich soils along the Mississippi River. […]
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Need an extra hand? iPilot to the rescue
Advancements in technology continue to make fishing easier for anglers willing to give the latest technology a try. One of the many applications designed into the new wireless GPS trolling system for Minn Kota trolling motors is a feature called “Spot Lock.” […]
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Cold Crankin’
Have you ever stayed up late and watched one of those high-pressure infomercials on cable TV? The guy with the big teeth and the slick hair and the fast talk tries to convince you that this contraption right … HEEERRE … can do everything from grow hair on your bald head to save you money on your car insurance. […]
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Tips for catching more crappie on long lines
Finding success in long-line trolling takes dedication to the tactic in order to get a system that works for your boat and your setup. Once you’re comfortable with your system, these tips will help you become a better long liner. […]
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Pushin’ & Pullin’
Before the West was won, Native American tribes roamed the high plains following vast herds of buffalo. The buffalo were sustenance for the Indians, and their customs, heritage and culture reflected that. Wherever the buffalo roamed, Indians were not far behind. […]
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Cast net for more crappie bait
When it comes to live bait fishing for crappie, most of the time the options are severely limited to only the commercially available minnows found at the local bait shop. Late summer crappie can be finicky at times when it comes to feeding. Although their metabolisms are high from elevated water temperatures, many times the fish can be sluggish due to the heat, and oftentimes show a preference for natural baits over store-bought baits.
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Thermoclines drive late-summer crappie action
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. […]