Freshwater Fishing
Double down
When fishing a slip-float rig near a dock, a pair of anglers should begin by fishing their minnows at two different depths. […]
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Inshore Fishing
2011 Spanish fishing was unbeatable. What role did lack of kings play?
On both sides of the North Caroliia-South Carolina border, anglers reported that 2011 was one of the best years on record for catching Spanish mackerel. […]
Inshore Fishing
Sling bling at ling
A cobia by any other name — they’re also known as lemonfish and ling — still looks like a big, brown catfish. He may be ugly, but he likes his “bling.” […]
Inshore Fishing
Throttle down!
Traditional bluewater trolling methods, gear and lure selection rarely allow for trolling speeds over eight to 10 knots. […]
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Prime Piedmont tactics
Tommy Kirby of Willow Oaks Plantation in Rockingham County is on the same page with his boss, Arthur Dick, when it comes to cutting down on the amount of calling a turkey hunter does and paying more attention to location. […]
Inshore Fishing
Get an early start
Whether inshore, offshore or in a freshwater environment, 90 percent of fish become more active as dark turns to daylight, and seas. […]
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Ghost Hunting calls and lures
Guide Israel Gibson of Rivers Edge Outfitters in Spruce Pine is a big fan of Ghost Hunting Calls and Lures in Marion, especially the company’s friction ones. […]
Inshore Fishing
Prevent break-offs
The sound of a big reel burning off drag will quickly energize a crew on a bluewater excursion, but the instantaneous pressure release and a limp rod will discourage even the most-patient angler when the line is severed for one reason or another. […]
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Willow Oaks’ role in preparing future hunters
Judy Gardner, vice president of the North Carolina State Chapter of the Quality Deer Management Association, praised Arthur Dick at Willow Oaks Plantation for their commitment to helping nurture the next generation of hunters. […]
Inshore Fishing
Good ‘flat characteristics’
After a few years searching for redfish, experienced fishermen intuitively figure out what a good redfish flat looks like, but keeping a journal and cataloging their characteristics shortens the learning curve. […]