August 2, 2026

Cover: April 2018

Carolina Sportsman Bass Fishing, Content

April is a big-bass month across both Carolinas. Tune in for tips on baits and learn which North Carolina lakes are trophy destinations. Photo by Jeff Burleson

Capt. Sam Jones shows off some nice summer trout his clients caught at Lake Jocassee.

Lake Jocassee August fishing report

Fishing Hotspots

When the calendar turns to August, Sam Jones of Jocassee Charters said some anglers turn to fishing at night in 60 to 80 feet of water. […]

August fishing report for southeastern North Carolina

Fishing Hotspots

For Capt. Jot Owens of Jot It Down Fishing Charters in Wrightsville Beach, sheepshead are worth pursing in August for more than one reason. […]

The River

Features

Along with summer heat and humidity, anglers temporarily lose the solitude the river provides this time of year and are forced to share it. […]

Are you using the correct hook size?

Features

Many anglers unknowingly miss out on catching fish because they aren’t using the proper hook size. These tips will help. […]

Cross it up: Don’t overlook crossbows

Deer Hunting

For many deer hunters, a crossbow represents much more than simply another piece of hunting equipment. […]

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