February 2017 Archives - Page 3 of 4

Fully camouflaged layout blinds are a great option for hunters looking to hide from snow geese out in the open among decoys.

Full-camo, layout blinds or all-white are snow goose concealment options

As soon as duck season ends, a choice few waterfowlers will pack away their duck decoys and layout boats and unload masses of white decoy shells for the snow goose conservation season. […]

Chip Bragg prefers a better than hand-sized gizzard shad to weed out bites from smaller stripers.

Fill up your bait tank with big gizzard shad when targeting Lake Murray stripers

Phillip Gentry

Striper fisherman Chip Bragg confesses catching big gizzard shad might be as tough as catching big stripers on those same shad. […]

Don’t take a chance lifting big crappie over the gunwales. Use a landing net.

Seven tips to better long-lining

Phillip Gentry

Finding success in long-line trolling takes dedication in order to get a system that works. Once you’re comfortable with your system, these tips will help you become a better long-liner. […]

February is prime time to amp up feral hog control

Jeff Burleson

February is a cold, brutal month for wildlife. The scarcity of natural foods makes this a great month to lure in big numbers of wild hogs. […]

Kayak anglers looking to compete in bass tournaments on local, regional or national levels now have a real chance to do so.

Kayak tourneys spread

Phillip Gentry

The Bassmaster Elite Series and FLW Majors don’t have anything on bass anglers who fish from plastic boats, thanks in large part to two groups that have organized local, regional and national tournaments that provide a competitive outlet for kayak bass anglers. […]

Redfish, especially bulls, are one of the main species that use jetties as winter feeding spots.

Time to head for the rocks

Brian Cope

This time of year, many saltwater anglers spend their free time catching up on household chores, doing annual maintenance on their boats and fishing gear or watching fishing shows, longing for a break in the weather so they can get out on the water, hoping to feel a tug on their line. […]

Seafood lasagna uses the meat from three tasty shellfish: shrimp, crab and scallops.

Seafood lasagna fills bill

Jerry Dilsaver

Last February, I deviated a little from the usual, fin, fur or feather recipes and offered a recipe for oysters. Many of you took the time to let me know you appreciated it, so I’m going to do it again. […]

A low-intensity, controlled fire can greatly improve soil conditions entering the planting season, as well as clear out unwanted brush and small trees.

Controlled fire is a tool

Jeff Burleson

Fire has a bad connotation when it’s discussed, possibly because so many lives and so much personal property have been lost to it. When not contained or controlled, fire can be devastating. […]

For ice pop speckled trout in estuaries on either side of the North Carolna/South Carolina border, the key is looking for warm waters.

Ice pop specks – To catch cold speckled trout, get warm in a hurry

Jeff Burleson

By February, Old Man Winter is making his mark on the Carolinas, and one great thing about living along the coast of North Carolina or South Carolina is the predictable, pleasant days. […]

Carhartt Fishing Gear

Carolina Sportsman

The Force Extremes Shoreline Angler Jacket and Bib are made from a 2.5 layer, 100 percent nylon canvas with a 37.5 technology laminate. The 37.5 technology is engineered into the Force Extremes fabric and uses the body’s energy to speed up the conversion of moisture to vapor, keeping you dry and comfortable throughout the day. […]