Field Notes Archives - Mississippi Sportsman

January 22, 2026

The pros of a deer sled

January 18, 2026 Ricky Aucoin

The sled is a very inexpensive, economical, durable, multi-use piece of equipment that will help you transport deer and hogs. […]

Winter kayaking essentials

January 13, 2026 Chris Holmes

Winter is in full swing here in the Deep South, but kayak anglers can still find a few days where they can have success and fish safely. […]

Round balls are viable options for air gunners, but they do have limitations.

Round balls vs. skirted pellets

January 7, 2026 Hunter Cook

Air rifles have long been associated with diabolo pellets, yet round balls, which are simply small spherical projectiles usually made of lead, remain an option for many shooters, including small game hunters under the right

Teaching someone the basics of wade fishing

December 29, 2025 Christopher Harp

Peyton Fisher made her first fishing trip with her husband, Jonathan, and Capt. Bruce Baugh in the summer of 2021. […]

FTA Trappers College

December 28, 2025 Jason Thornton

The Fur Takers of America Trappers College is aimed at those involved in or interested in professional and recreational wildlife trapping. […]

Sheepshead are among the most challenging inshore species to catch, but it’s a challenge worth taking.

Winter teeth

December 23, 2025 Brian Cope

Inshore anglers can catch plenty of sheepshead with these tips. December offers steady action and the chance at some large fish. […]

Clarkco State Park

December 22, 2025 John N. Felsher

Clarkco State Park covers 815 acres of mostly forests about 20 miles south of Meridian near the Mississippi-Alabama state line. […]

The Tentsile UNA is a lightweight, one-person tree tent that gets you off the rugged ground for a night of awesome sleep.

Suspended freedom

December 21, 2025 Hunter Cook

Getting off the grid is all about freedom, and that’s the feeling you’ll get when sleeping in a tree tent. […]

Trolling and drifting are excellent techniques for winter kayak fishing

December 14, 2025 Chris Holmes

Two techniques that all kayak anglers should employ this time of year are trolling and drifting. Kayaks make excellent platforms for both. […]

Coyotes stay on the move during December, offering opportunities for hunters armed with air rifles.

Air power for predators

December 9, 2025 Hunter Cook

December coyote hunting with an air rifle requires patience, preparation, and a strong understanding of both equipment and animal behavior. […]

Kayak fishing gets a little trickier this month, but it’s still a great month to fish. (Photo by Brian Cope)

Stay safe, catch fish

December 2, 2025 Brian Cope

Kayak anglers face challenges during the winter months, but the fishing is still just fine. Stay warm, stay safe and respect the cold water. […]

Multi-species fishing

November 24, 2025 Brian Cope

When it comes to multi-species freshwater fishing, this rod-and-reel combo is tough to beat this time of year. […]