July 2013 Archives - Page 4 of 7

A lot of Broad River smallmouth fishing is done by wading once you paddle into a productive area.

On your feet, fisherman!

While most fishermen agree that canoes and kayaks are the best ways to enjoy a day of smallmouth fishing on the Broad River, that doesn’t mean they stay cramped on their duffs all day. […]

An ‘old drum rig’ baited with a steak of cut mullet is a common bottom rig for adult red drum.

‘Old drum rig’ is required in summer

Mike Marsh

When fishing for red drum in the Pamlico Sound and its tributaries south of the Albemarle Sound between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m., from July 1 through Sept. 30, anglers must use an “old drum” rig. […]

A soft-plastic crawfish imitation, rigged Texas-style, is a great bait for topwater situations on the Broad River.

Weighted soft plastics for topwater bass? They’re the ticket

Brian Cope

One of guide Mike McSwain’s favorite techniques for catching smallmouth bass on the Broad Rivers involves weighted soft plastics, but he doesn’t fish them primarily on the bottom. […]

Steaks cut from fresh or frozen mullet are among the preferred baits to soak on the bottom for adult red drum in the Neuse River.

Catching or buying bait big red drum cruising in the Neuse River is not difficult. They will eat any kind of fish cut into chunks or steaks and will strike small whole or live fish, including menhaden. […]

The other WNC fish

Robert Satterwhite

Western North Carolina streams may be best known for trout, but many of the larger ones offer another excellent and often overlooked fishery: smallmouth bass. When it comes to action, few fish can match the fighting ability of a smallmouth, and to hook one using light spinning tackle or a fly rod has to be the angling equivalent of paradise. […]

Stewart Venable finds plenty of striped bass in the fast water of rivers below hydro dams.

Take it to the river

Phillip Gentry

July is a headache for most anglers. Although there’s some good fishing to be found — usually in the deeper, more wide-open areas — you’ll also be sharing your fishing locations with skiers, pleasure boaters and the like. […]

Applying fertilizer when the soil is holding the proper amount of water will greatly enhance the crop.

Moisture is fertilizer key

Jeff Burleson

Plants convert energy from the sun through chlorophyll and photosynthesis, but they must extract a unique elemental cocktail from the soil to produce strong roots, lush foliage and an overall successful crop. […]

Robbie Hall admires a puppy drum he caught in the marshes behind Swansboro.

Swansboro Drum Beat – Summer reds’ numbers are best in years, according to Swansboro guide

Craig Holt

The water in the creeks and bays behind Bear Island sparkled in the sunlight as Swansboro’s Robbie Hall cruised by in his bay boat. […]

Gneaux More Gnaughty Gnat Repellent

South Carolina Sportsman

After extensive testing, Gneaux More Gnaughty Gnat Repellent from Marina Cottage Soap Co. has proven itself to repel gnats and allow sportsmen to enjoy outdoor activities. […]

Wicked Audio

South Carolina Sportsman

Wicked Audio’s Helix line of dual-color headphones allow you to be as active as you’d like without worrying about the earbuds falling out. […]