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September seasons for marsh hens and rails are set with the highest tides in mind to help hunters flush more birds.

Paddles down, guns up

Usually, this column discusses ways to target specific fish species from a paddle boat, including rigging, gear, equipment and places to fish. […]

The Rattling VuDu Shrimp has a built-in rattle chamber that attracts saltwater fish.

Make a joyful noise – Certain lure sounds can actually call in fish

Brian Cope

At an early age, anglers learn quickly that being quiet is essential to catching fish. Being hushed by your elders was a part of the process, but as we grew older, we learned that it isn’t all noise that turns fish off; the proper noise can actually entice them into biting. […]

Flounder Parmesan is an unusual way to prepare a fish that is normally fried, baked or broiled.

Flounder Parmesan rules

Jerry Dilsaver

I’ve said this several times, but it bears repeating — September is the toughest month of the year to decide on a recipe. That really shouldn’t be a surprise though; fall begins in September, and with it there are all kinds of hunting and fishing opportunities for sportsmen in the Carolinas. […]

The NCWRC is hosting six family-friendly events on Sept. 24 to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day.

NCWRC hosting 6 family outdoor events Sept. 24

NCWRC Release

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is hosting or supporting six family-friendly events on Sept. 24 to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day. […]

Dividing up big fields by planting avenues of cover multiplies hunting opportunities in countless ways.

Big hopes for big fields

Jeff Burleson

There continues a mass human influx to the Carolinas, and as such, thousands of acres are being converted from farmland into suburbia. But agriculture remains a strong way of life for southerners and a huge portion of the two states’ economy. […]

Antler Boost Shooting Houses

Carolina Sportsman

The Monster Blind 5 x 5 Shooting House comes fully loaded with glass windows, gun rests, carpet, sun visors, an anchor kit and lockable doors. The blinds come in a solid olive green color and are available in platform heights from the ground blind up to 16 feet high. […]

Most of North Carolina’s top public duck-hunting waters are in coastal counties.

Futch, Goose Creek are NC’s top public duck spots

Craig Holt

With three major sounds, a half-dozen big rivers, hundreds of feeder creeks and small streams — all located along the Atlantic Flyway — coastal game lands dominate public-land waterfowl hunting in North Carolina. […]

PROSTAFF 3S

Carolina Sportsman

With a large field-of-view, Nikon’s legendary optical system and turn-and-slide rubber eyecups with multi-click adjustments, Nikon’s PROSTAFF 3S binoculars are ideal for hunting, hiking or other outdoor pursuits. […]

Anglers turn to power-reeling to catch big striped bass at Lake Hartwell during the dog days of summer.

Spoon-feed those stripers

Phillip Gentry

For two summers, some fishermen who target striped bass on Lake Hartwell have done their best to keep one of their hottest tactics secret. But bringing big fish to the docks and winning tournaments makes it hard to keep a secret because inquiring minds, especially those who didn’t win the tournaments, want to know. […]