December magazine almost complete

Deer hunting, duck hunting, crappie fishing featured in this issue.

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and we know the hunting camp is calling. That’s why the Mississippi Sportsman staff is preparing to finish up the December issue this afternoon (Nov. 13) so it can get shipped to subscribers and newsstands across the state next week.

Find out how to use rub activity to your advantage during the rut. And see why a group of young hunters don’t mind donning waders and trudging through water to shoot public-land ducks.

Here’s a look at the full lineup:

Crappie Hotspot Series — Grenada Lake Encore
Too good to pass up, here’s a look at a Grenada Lake most crappie anglers never knew existed.
By Phillip Gentry

Speck Specialist
Goose hunting might not be a major focus for Mississippi waterfowlers, but it should be. Follow these hunters’ tips to load up on tasty specklebelly geese.
By John E. Phillips

Magic Markers
When hookings and scrapes begin appearing, hunters know the best opportunity to bag mature bucks has arrived, but what drives this magic time of the season? Here’s what the research shows.
By David Hawkins

Barked
While some hunters choose to sneak around, these two veteran squirrel hunters take to the woods with the abandon of playground kids — and come home with plenty of bushy-tails.
By M.A. Fisher

The Rat Pack
While most hunters climb trees and sit in shooting houses, this group of buddies slog through water to shoot public-land ducks. Here’s how they do it.
By John J. Woods

Dog Days
The glory days of running dogs across wide-open land might be past, but the sport is still alive and well. Learn why these die-hards refuse to give it up.
By Chris Ginn

Also, don’t miss Bobby Cleveland’s monthly Outdoor Update containing the latest outdoors news from across the state.

And check back for the digital version of the December issue to be available in our online store soon.

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