Features from May 2026
The arrival of May signals one of the most anticipated panfish opportunities of the year: the shellcracker bite.- Mention Spanish mackerel to Ralph Mason, and his eyes light up. The month of May is his time of year for these fish.
- When May arrives in the Wanchese area, so do the cobia, said Capt. Randy Thornton of RipTide Charters (252-331-3248).
- Tell your favorite bait store about Carolina Crickets, and let them know you’d like them to stock Acheta crickets.
Columns - May 2026
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Outdoor Update - May 2026
- The 7th Annual Brody Bates Youth Redfish Open saw a record number of Lowcountry teams participate in the event.
- SCOPE is partnering with the Hampton Wildlife Fund and SC Wildlife Magazine to sponsor the 2nd annual SC Youth Outdoor Writing Competition.
- South Carolina’s preeminent wildlife conservation non-profit organization will hold their annual Fort Mill banquet on May 16, 2026.
- The Berkeley County, SC boat landing formerly known as Atkins Landing will reopen soon as a much bigger, full-featured boat landing.
Hot Spots - May 2026
- It’s not the closest lake to his house, but High Rock Lake is Chris Love’s choice for bass fishing in May.
- Lake Tillery in North Carolina really comes into its own during the month of May, thanks to warming water temperatures and longer daylight.
- In May, Lake Jocassee becomes a focal point for trout anglers seeking both consistency and trophy potential. It is usually one of the most productive periods of the year.
- May along the Outer Banks marks one of the most productive transitions of the year for numerous species of fish.
Field Notes - May 2026
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