March 2012 Archives - Page 2 of 7

The Gitzem jighead features a stiff mono weeguard that keeps a soft-plastic bait from wearing a ‘grass skirt.’

Shed that grass skirt

I can’t remember how many times I’ve have someone say, “I’d like to fish there, but there is just too much grass” or “I stay snagged all the time.” […]

Lowcountry gobblers like this double-bearded specimen are often overwhelmed by hens when the season opens in mid-March.

Heads-Up Head Start

Terry Madewell

Getting a 2-week jump-start on turkey season in South Carolina’s Lowcountry is certainly a bonus, but it does come with some issues that hunters must overcome. […]

A flooded redfish flat is a great place for a fly-fisherman to cut his saltwater teeth.

Fly-fishing adds enjoyment

Bryan Bowers

For years, saltwater fly-fishing was thought of as something different from “regular” fishing; viewed as a fanciful way of angling by some and elitist by others. […]

Burris Eliminator III

South Carolina Sportsman

The Eliminator III is a sleek, next-generation laser scope that is able to provide more accuracy, more range and a method of windage compensation. […]

Lunker bass are on the move this month from deep water to the shallows, becoming active and more likely to make a mistake and swallow your lure.

Big-bass month is here

Dustin Wilks

March is probably the best month for North Carolina anglers to catch a giant bass. We have so many good lakes with potential for double-digit largemouths. […]

Pure Hydration

North Carolina Sportsman

Rocky Mountain Survival Gear is now distributing Pure Hydration water purification systems that use no chemicals, have no wait time and can be filled from any natural water source. […]

North Carolina hunters are looking forward to another perhaps record-setting season in 2012.

Record harvests: Will they ever end?

Craig Holt

How long can North Carolina turkey hunters expect to see expanding spring-gobbler harvests? […]

Lake of the Month: Lake Marion

Jeff Samsel

No matter what species of freshwater fish you’re fond of chasing, you’ll find it biting at Santee Cooper’s upper lake this month. […]

ARGO Amphibious 8×8 UTV

North Carolina Sportsman

Whether putting up deer stands in flooded areas or bass fishing on a hidden pond, the ARGO 8×8 750 HDi is a reliable utility terrain vehicle. […]

Jeff Cronk with the colors of spring: a black drum and a red drum.

March is a notoriously fickle when it comes to weather. Windy days and chilly weather can pose problems for many anglers who try to fish the larger, open waters, but for those who watch the wind, heading across Bogue Sound to reach the protected headwaters of its small feeder creeks is key to consistent fishing success. […]