Features
Run, rabbit run! Beagles — and hunters — can have plenty of fun in the Carolinas
If Alex Trebek unveiled this clue on his TV quiz show, Jeopardy, would you come up with the correct question? […]
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Crappie/Bream
Top to bottom winter slabs
Crappie, just like anglers, are looking forward to the spring weather. But that doesn’t mean they won’t bite now. Anglers can catch a pile of slabs in February, especially if they follow these tips. […]
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Cold yaks, hot reds
Approaching the mouth of a creek, Noah Lynk warned a handful of kayakers that the water would be shallow, that they might bump bottom a time or two, and that they would have to wade back across it when the left — but he was certain the fishing would be worth it. […]
Bass Fishing
J&J joy on Tillery – Double your bass-fishing joy by fishing the “J&J” baits on Lake Tillery this month
If February 2018 is anything like February 2017 — with its unseasonably warm weather — bass fishermen can expect to encounter a good number of trophy fish. The key is water temperature; once it climbs into the lower 50s, big female bass migrate in numbers into shallow staging areas before they even think about spawning. […]
Ducks
See about sea ducks – Waters off Georgetown, S.C., fill up with sea ducks in January
Most South Carolina waterfowl hunters cut their teeth chasing wood ducks in century-old cypress sloughs or maybe a gaggle of greenheads in acres of flooded grain, but available duck-hunting opportunities are now in high demand. […]
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The cold truth – January saltwater fishing in the Carolinas
Fishing during the winter months can be tough, but following some expert tips will help you catch plenty of groceries during cold weather. […]
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Something to crow about
A lot of people ask me, “Why would anybody hunt crows?” I usually answer. “It’s fun.” Hunting crows is a great way to polish your wing-shooting skills for duck or dove season, and it is pure fun. […]
Crappie/Bream
These four lakes are great for cold weather crappie
January may be cold in terms of weather and water temperatures, but many crappie fishermen expect to catch quality and quantity of crappies this month. […]
Bass Fishing
Beat the cold for winter bass in the Carolinas
Anglers in the Carolinas battle a mixture of conditions throughout the year, from freezing winter temperatures to sweltering-hot summer dog days. While most states experience a steady seasonal climate, the Carolinas often experience the yo-yo effect, where cool and warm days routinely bookmark each other during the winter. […]
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Stem the furry flood – Watch the wind, change calls and carry the right equipment when targeting coyotes
Some North Carolina hunters believe a mature whitetail buck is the most difficult game animal to hunt. Others think a wild turkey gobbler is a tougher challenge. […]