Features from May 2021
Don’t miss exciting action on bluegills, shellcrackers as Carolinas’ bream season arrives in May- History Roanoke Island is a speckled trout hotspot when May arrives.
- NC bass wizard Reedy: Don’t ever put down a spinnerbait.
- Topwater bass baits hit their stride in May across the Carolinas. Here’s what they look like and how/when to fish them.
- Turkey season arrives in spring when Mother Nature is showing off her awesome power, with the full spectrum touching all senses. Hunters not only get a chance to take a long-bearded gobbler, but they get to be immersed in an exemplary part of God’s creations and can soak in the sounds, smells, and sights of a spring turkey hunting morning.
Columns - May 2021
- Late spring is great time to invade the shallows of almost any local lake, river or pond and tangle with some tasty, eating-size catfish.
- Santee Cooper’s flatheads are flourishing, even if anglers don’t notice.
- Grouper cakes are a great way to enjoy a popular, tasty bottomfish.
- Deer and other wild animals rely on their native terrain to obtain enough nutrients to survive.
- May brings out the best in topwater bass-fishing.
- Sight-fish for spadefish around nearshore reefs off the Carolinas.
Outdoor Update - May 2021
- The NCDMF's new limits on spots and croaker do nothing to address the real reason for the decline of both species, said CCA NC.
- The Bassmaster Classic is heading to Lake Hartwell in March 2022. It will be the fourth time Lake Hartwell has held the Super Bowl of bass fishing.
- Try to beat May for more and better fishing options in the Carolinas.
- North Carolina's hunters and anglers will have some new rules and regulations beginning Aug. 1, 2021.
Hot Spots - May 2021
- Lake Murray's bass are plenty active in May. Catch your share with these tips.
- Arrival of cobia puts North Carolina anglers on guard.
- Live bait is ticket to High Rock Lake’s flathead catfish.
- Jordan Lake fishermen have plenty of options in May.
- Look in main waterways around Little River for flounder in May.
- Big baits fished in deep holes will tempt Charleston Harbor’s black drum.
- Trolling or casting, Spanish mackerel are popular targets in May.
