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Game Calling Should Be In Your Arsenal

It was 28 years ago this November when I first experienced mallards settling into decoys. They were poorly converted styrofoam planters purchased at the local flea market on an 18-year-old’s budget. I went several times that season and never cut a feather.

The Eyes of a Buck

Ask any hunter what makes deer so tough to hunt and, odds are, the first thing mentioned is their keen …

Firearm Storage—Serious Simplicity

When my father was alive and president of the Smokey Mountain Gun Collectors in Knoxville, Tenn., I had the opportunity …
Coyote

The War On Coyotes Rages

For decades experts held that coyotes in the Southeast were nothing more than an unfortunate nuisance. However, several studies have raised concerns.
Deer Hunting

Hunting- The Deer Rut

By: Corey New Ahh… November. For everyone around the country, it is a time for giving thanks. For the folks …
Duck Hunting

Learning To Be A Better Waterfowler

In the dim light of a rising January sun, our eyes searched the sky trying to make out the ducks …

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Lake Calcasieu—the Model Estuary

Lake Calcasieu, known as “Big Lake,” stands out as a model estuary thanks to its rich blend of river flow and surrounding marshes that create an incredibly fertile ecosystem. This nutrient-driven system supports thriving populations of speckled trout, redfish, and flounder, making it one of the most productive and sought-after fisheries on the Gulf Coast.

The Evolution of Tackle

This article explores the deep historical roots of fishing gear, revealing that basic tools like hooks and rods date back thousands of years to ancient civilizations like Egypt and China. It traces the transition from primitive materials—such as shell hooks and horsehair lines—to modern innovations like fiberglass rods, monofilament lines, and precision-engineered reels. Ultimately, the piece highlights how today's high-tech tackle is a refined evolution of original concepts driven by advanced engineering and new materials.

Haddrell’s Point and Tackle Offshore Report – April

By Captain Mike Able, Contributing Writer Whew, we made it!! Made it past March that is! For me, I feel …

Topsail – April 2026

With the weather warming with the arrival of Spring, I like to get back to throwing a lot more topwater …

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