Bass Fishing

The great move begins

I’ll be the first to admit it; I get fired up when I think about September arriving. In the South, we have to struggle through the dog days of summer, and I look forward to September — and not just because football season will be here. […]

Hunting

For pond renovation, rotenone is key

Ponds can provide some the most enjoyment of any outdoor experiences, but poor management can ruin a prime fishing paradise in a short time. Undesirables such as the golden shiner, green sunfish, gizzard shad and common carp can destroy the bass/bream balance in record time. […]

Inshore Fishing

Flat is where it’s at!

Working through the braided cuts in the Shackleford Banks marsh would have been a daunting feat for many fishermen, but Capt. Noah Lynk of Harkers Island buzzed his Bay Rider skiff in and out of the channels with the skill and confidence of someone who travels them regularly. […]