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June 23, 2026

Understanding trout

Speckled trout are a unique and popular fish among inshore anglers, and in the overall scheme of fishing, they may be the most “normal” of the coastal species. […]

Docks may have a number of different features that make them attractive to bass, including shade, multiple posts and brush.

Docks? Learn to take your pick

Phillip Gentry

Andy Montgomery is more concerned with what’s under a dock than what is above it, most of the time, but said there are some visual clues that he can identify a structure that might convince him to sling a jig or Texas rigged plastic under it. […]

The Neuse River and its tributaries downstream from New Bern provide excellent habitat for both speckled trout and the saltwater buffet they eat: crabs, shrimp and baitfish.

The Neuse and its creeks have spec-tacular habitat

Jerry Dilsaver

The Neuse River flows from Falls of the Neuse Dam near Raleigh to the Pamlico Sound. From around New Bern downstream, it becomes speck -tacular. […]

A good, high-definition depth finder is crucial to being able to locate the outside edges of the Little River jetties where redfish lurk this month.

Picture the bottom

Jeff Burleson

From fishing in 8 inches of water for tailing redfish to deep-dropping for swordfish in 750 feet of water, knowing and understanding what is down below is crucial on a fishing trip. […]

Xpress Boats H22 Bay

Jerry Dilsaver

The Hyper-Lift Bay Boat series by Xpress is part of the company’s all-welded offerings, and this high-performance pad hull is the foundation for the H22 Bay. […]

Warm days in late winter and early spring can not only bring out comfortable clothing, but active feeding in redfish.

Weather is a key factor in catching jetty redfish

Jeff Burleson

A nice, sunny spring day on the water feels good to the fishermen, but even more important, a warming trend can actually improve fishing, especially at the jetties that line Little River Inlet. […]

Excel Boats 220 Bay Pro

Jerry Dilsaver

The 220 Bay Pro is the latest model offered from Excel Boat Company, which has deep roots in Arkansas flooded-timber duck hunting. […]

Raccoons and other egg-eaters are the primary reason for poor reproduction of wild turkeys.

Predator control: Safeguard the nest

Jeff Burleson

Over the next 60 days, the turkey population will receive its annual hit from the thousands of hunters out there looking to fill their tags. […]

SeaArk Boats Bay Extreme

Jerry Dilsaver

The new Bay Extreme from SeaArk Boats can’t bait a hook, cast a lure or fight a fish, but it does everything else well. […]

Clearing fallow fields or other areas provide turkeys with food and places to strut their stuff.

Open things up to improve your turkey-hunting odds

Jeff Burleson

With turkey season on the immediate horizon, it is time to do some last-minute habitat alterations to improve hunting while staying within the law. […]