January 2014 Archives - Page 2 of 3 - Mississippi Sportsman

Filet mignon of the sky

January 15, 2014 Mississippi Sportsman

The tender red meat of a specklebelly goose is so prized by hunters like Jay Gunn that it has earned the nickname “filet mignon of the sky.” […]

Trout retreat to deep holes as water temperatures plummet.

January inshore fishing

January 13, 2014 John E. Phillips

In January, lot of fish can be caught in the bays, around the bridges and up in the rivers that feed the bays on Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Here’s some tips for success. […]

Randy Bouchilion and Joe Lowery caught these Chotard slabs on the bottom a couple of Januarys ago.

All I want for Christmas is a pair of 600-gram Thinsulate, waterproof boots. Yep, it’s after Christmas by the time you read this, but, right now, before Christmas, I’ve been asked several times by my family members what I want for Christmas. […]

Don’t think a fish can’t swim fast enough to snag your bait when the waters get chilly.

Lakes and ponds in winter

January 6, 2014 Hal Schramm

I hear anglers talk a lot about how a fish’s metabolism slows in cold water, that they eat infrequently or that it takes a slow presentation because the fish can’t swim fast. […]

Nuisance animal hunting is growing in popularity, especially since the state’s hog population has expanded.

Nuisance wildlife hunting

January 1, 2014 John J. Woods

With the deer hunting seasons quickly drawing to a close and some time remaining before thoughts turn to turkey hunting, many hunters look for additional opportunities to hunt. […]

Plano’s soft gun cases

January 1, 2014 Mississippi Sportsman

Plano has made several upgrades to their popular Gun Guard series of soft gun cases, including a full length, heavy-duty zipper for easy firearm placement and removal. These shotgun and rifle cases are protected by a tough, durable outer covering and feature a high-density foam lining on the inside. […]

Veteran crappie fishermen have learned the cycle, and have a good idea when and where the fish will be.

Too cold for crappie? Never

January 1, 2014 David Hawkins

Tommy Hemphill has the perfect answer for an age-old question: Does it get too cold to crappie fish? […]

Tink’s Predator Attractant Products

January 1, 2014 Mississippi Sportsman

Tink’s line of predator scent products offers a variety of lure options that have the power to trick even the smartest predators. Choose Tink’s Coyote Mist Predator Lure to help draw in shy coyotes, Tink’s Predator Smokin’ Sticks to give off a smell bobcats and coyotes can’t resist and Tink’s Hot Shot Predator Mist for a quick and convenient dispersal method. […]

Coastal bass on ice — Pascagoula River bass-fishing strategies

January 1, 2014 Sam Davis

Veteran fisherman Kyle Graham shares his winter bass-fishing tactics — and favorite biscuit stop — on the Pascagoula River. […]

Wiley X sunglasses

January 1, 2014 Mississippi Sportsman

As part of their Climate Control Series, Wiley X is releasing the new WX Knife. These sunglasses have removable Facial Cavity Seals that block out wind, debris and peripheral light. […]

Seaguar Smackdown

January 1, 2014 Mississippi Sportsman

Smackdown is the new amazingly strong, smooth-casting premium braid line from Seaguar. Made with eight ultra-thin, micro-weave strands in a round, smooth-casting profile, this sleek line is extremely sensitive, and provides exceptional knot and tensile strength along with unparalleled abrasion resistance. […]

The Yentzen

January 1, 2014 Mississippi Sportsman

Sure-Shot pioneered the duck call market with their patented double reed design. Today, the original “World Champion” Double Reed Duck Call created by George Yentzen and Jim “Cowboy” Fernandez back in the early 50’s is back. […]