Crappie/Bream

Brush up on summer slabs

Just because the spring crappie spawn is over doesn’t mean you can’t catch plenty of slabs. They are congregating around deep brush piles, and more predictable now than at any other time of year. […]

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Time to trap a redfish

Like baseball and apple pie, lipless crankbaits like Rat-L-Traps are part of a fishing tradition spanning decades. Originally pigeon-holed as bass lures, the rattle and vibration that makes them irresistible to largemouths also draws attention from saltwater predators like redfish. […]

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Day of the dolphin

The dolphin bite is great off the coast of the Carolinas in June. Finding temperature breaks and having plenty of baits pre-rigged are keys to catching them this time of year. […]

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Gator getting’ time

Like Shearon Harris Lake and its magnum-size largemouth bass, the New River in Onslow County continues to hold the top rating as North Carolina’s mecca for “gator” spotted seatrout. […]

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Late can be great – Late-season turkey hunting tactics

Tactics for tagging a gobbler in the waning days of the season is often dramatically different than strategies for early season success. Late-season hunting typically requires a diverse skill set that includes patience, stealth, diversity in calling capabilities and mental toughness to commit to strategy. […]