Deer Hunting
Thinning vs. clear-cutting
At a point in the life cycle of the pine forest, loggers may return to thin out the crop. Thinning cuts the number of trees back so the remaining mature left have better long-term growth. […]
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Deer Hunting
Deer al a Carte at two new tracts
Tommy Hughes, a biologist with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, said adventurous hunters have the opportunity to check out new additions to two existing game lands this year by purchasing over-the-counter muzzleloader season permits. […]
Deer Hunting
Long-distance shooting
One added benefit of clear-cutting activity for deer hunters is the ability to see longer distances. […]
Deer Hunting
Insect repellents are imperative
Mesh “bug” suits and chemical repellents are necessities that turn muzzleloader hunts in southeastern North Carolina into good experiences. […]
Deer Hunting
Game Lands Depot Contact Info
A. Marion Depot: Green River, Pisgah NF, 828-652-9974 […]
Freshwater Fishing
A jig is a jig is a jig, right? Wrong!
A fishermen could get overwhelmed or confused looking at the selection of crappie jigs in a tackle shop — or in Danny Sisson’s tackle box. […]
Inshore Fishing
ICAST — Another kayak victory
Something historic happened in July at the ICAST show — the show that brings manufacturers of fishing tackle and accessories together with retailers and the media. […]
Inshore Fishing
Jazz it up! Customize colors, flavors
Redfish feed by using both their sense of smell and their. Even though manufacturers have developed almost endless combinations of colors, anglers are always looking for something new to put more fish in the boat. […]
Inshore Fishing
Rigging options
Using artificial and natural baits offers anglers several ways to connect with fish, but the way they are rigged can sometimes make a bigger difference in the number and quality of fish caught. […]
Freshwater Fishing
A bream doubleheader
Bluegills and shellcrackers are collectively lumped into the category of bream, and these are the favorite target of many Sparkleberry Swamp anglers. Even though these are two different species of fish, they do hang out together, and anglers often catch them both in the same area, especially in shallow water. […]