Bass Fishing
Getting the best jig fit
Legendary bass pro Denny Brauer has plied his craft all over the country, developing a reputation as one of the best jig fishermen ever. […]
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Freshwater Fishing
Mark that target
When guide Wendell Wilson sees what he likes on his depth finder when fishing for multiple species, he immediately drops a marker buoy, tossing it off to the side of the spot so it won’t spook the fish but will give him a reference point. […]
Inshore Fishing
What makes a winter redfish haven?
Brunswick County, the southernmost County in North Carolina, has a lot going for it as far as holding redfish during the winter, especially from the Shallotte River to the South Carolina line. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Russell’s unique fishery for yellow perch
Guide Wendell Wilson said the most-unique fish he catches is the yellow perch, and winter is a good time to catch a bunch of these fish on any given day. […]
Inshore Fishing
How regs change at the state line
Fishermen who move around the waters south of Shallotte on a regular basis often ride through South Carolina waters, especially to access the Calabash River. […]
Freshwater Fishing
A typical multi-species February day on Russell
Guide Wendell Wilson said when fishing for multiple species in February, there’s no need to get out early. The mid-day is just as good because the fish are so deep. […]
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Take care to know all tuna regs
Anglers need to be aware that bluefin tuna are the most-highly regulated species of fish in the world. When targeting bluefin, it is mandatory that you have an HMS (Highly Migratory Species) permit for the vessel. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Big baits for big February catfish
Jason Knight said he is a big believer in big bait for big fish year-round, especially in February. […]
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Tell a tuna to go fly a kite
When the fish spread out and the bite slows down, which can happen later in the day, Capt. Brant McMullan has another trick to hook up. […]
Freshwater Fishing
February’s big-cat data
According to Dieter Melhorn of the Catawba Catfish Club, the ”perfect storm” situation for big catfish occurred in February 2010 in a tournament at Lake Wateree. Three of the club’s biggest catches ever were made in that tournament. […]