Inshore Fishing

The Matrix Shad

There are sound reasons behind the growing success of one of the hottest soft plastics for saltwater and, even, freshwater fish from Biloxi, Miss., to Houma and beyond in the Sportsman’s Paradise. […]

Deer Hunting

Field judging a buck’s age, Part II

In the March installment of Happy Trails, we looked at the topic of “aging bucks on the hoof,” paying particular attention to the possible use of certain visual geometric clues regarding the relationship of the tips of the antler beams to the eye and/or nose when viewed from the side as a way to reliably judge a given buck’s age in the field. […]

Crappie/Bream

The theory of white

T. J. Stallings has come up with his “theory of white” after fishing in the Alabama River. The water is very dark in an area where the Coosa River ends and the Alabama River begins, and Stallings catches spotted bass and crappie on solid-white lures.

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Fishing

Jackson Kayaks

Jackson fishing kayaks are designed by fishermen, for fishermen. Innovative designs make gear handling and storage ultra convenient. Comfortable seats, stable hulls and unique colors make Jackson a leader in the kayak fishing market. […]

Freshwater Fishing

Crappie on the rocks

Jimmy McGuire pitched a couple of jigs out just off the dam and let them sink a few feet before jigging them slightly. McGuire whipped his rod back and set the hook a split second after a crappie struck his offering.

After a short battle he landed not one, but two crappie on one cast. […]

Fishing

Ocean Kayak

Ocean is a pioneer in the world of sit-on-top kayaks. With a fleet of specifically dedicated fishing kayaks, Ocean brings decades of kayak manufacturing innovations to anglers. Ocean strives to make your kayak fishing adventures more comfortable and successful. […]

Fishing

Pelican

The new Pelican Premium line was designed for anglers who want to invest a little more in their kayak but expect the same incredible value that is synonymous with the Pelican brand. The Strike Angler models are designed for the kayaker seeking a mid-level performance fishing kayak at a reasonable price. […]