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THEHIGHS OFUNICOR HUNTING
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TACTICS FOR DOG DAYS BASS 4
It’s hot. Te lakes and reservoirs are covered with jet skis, wake boats and party barges full of sun seekers.
Dog days conditions can be tough for bass fshing, but fsh settle into patterns this time of year that can lead to productive days on the water.
Finding cooler water is the key to catching bass when the surface temperatures reach uncomfortable levels, and there are several ways to do this.
Go Deep: Te huge schools of fsh that concentrate on ofshore ledges and river channel bends at many of our large reservoirs have already been beaten into submission by every angler with sonar by this time of year. You might still be able to pick a few out of the school with deep crankbaits, drop-shots or footballhead jigs, but sometimes it’s worth fnding less obvious fsh to target.
Tere are other areas that hold fsh. Tat 30-footwide shell bed of the main channel might not be covered with bass, but there will be some fsh there if there’s some current, and these bass see much fewer lures and are more willing to bite this time of year. Search with a crankbait, wiggle a football-head on the bottom or drag a big Carolina rigged worm over the shells and see what happens.
Cool-Water Tribs: A tributary stream feeding cooler water into the lake attracts baitfsh and bass. Fish ofen stage on points where a feeder creek enters the main body. Eliminate water quickly with crankbaits or spinnerbaits to see if there’s anyone home before
slowing down with a jig or a worm.
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Extend the Night Bite: Bass do a lot of their feeding at night this time of year, and anglers can take advantage of this by fshing the frst couple hours of daylight.
Tis pattern will also show you that not every fsh in the lake goes deep. Shallow rocks and grass edges hold bluegill, shad, crayfsh and all sorts of other tasty critters. Start on top at or before dawn with a walking bait or popper and cover as much water as you can before the sun gets up. Tis is not really a numbers game, and the bites will be scattered, but it’s a lot of fun when a big fsh blows up your lure.
Fish the Shade: When the sun gets high and hot, you’ll fnd fsh hunkered down in the shade. Docks, laydowns, overhanging trees or matted vegetation all provide the shade bass and the things they eat look for. Bank shade is also where you’ll fnd bream beds where bass like to feed.
Skip a wacky rig up as far up under a dock as you can get it. Drop a jig into that blowdown. Work a frog over matted grass or punch through it with a heavy Texas rig. Cover water and pick apart those shady areas. It’s a fun style of fshing that can also be productive under less-than-perfect conditions.
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Coleman Roberts caught his 9-pound, 4-ounce bass in July at Lake Istokpoga, Fla.
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RUN-AND-GUN TROLLING Scout Weed Lines Quickly and Effectively
By Mark Ambert
With summer weed line formation, mahi become a favorite target for the “run and gun” method. A good way to quickly scout if anyone’s home is a modifed version of the troll. I have observed and adopted this method used by professional captains for mahi.
The Setup
Keep a couple of spinning rods rigged and ready with pitch baits that can be trolled. Te rig consists of a 7-foot medium-heavy spinning rod with a 6000-size spinning reel—preferably with a baitrunner setting.
If you’re not familiar with the baitrunner function, it is a free-spool setting that allows line to pull from the spool while the bail is engaged. When a fsh grabs your bait, it can take it without feeling resistance.
My favorite combo is a Penn Carnage III boat rod with a Shimano Tunnus reel. Spool up with 20-lb. mono and add a 40- or 50-lb., 4-foot fuorocarbon leader. Tie on a Gamakatsu 6/0 or 7/0 Octopus hook using a Palomar knot. Insert the hook under the chin of a fresh frozen, small- to medium-sized ballyhoo. Make sure the point of the hook exits directly between the eyes. I like a Squidnation Slammer 3-inch plastic chugger head
with the bait to produce more action.
Cast this behind the boat along a weed line while underway. Position it several yards past the last wakes from the prop wash, and slowly work the bait by twitching the rod tip while holding it above your head. Tis will cause the ballyhoo to skip like a feeing baitfsh. You can work two baits in this manner by staggering the distance. If nothing hits within a few minutes, move on.
Tis method is slower than traditional trolling, and it is deadly for locating feeding fsh on large, scattered weed patches. If you are using a baitrunner reel, allow the fsh to run a few seconds before setting the hook.
The Electric Alternate
An alternate method that’s ideal for long straight weed lines or rips is a more traditional trolling setup. I use the Piscifun Saltfow ofshore rod and a Kraken electric reel with battery pack for this type of trolling.
Te Saltfow is 8-foot, 3-inch rod with a sof tip. It has a unique line guide setup that eliminates rod twist under a load. Te Kraken electric reel is new to me this year and has already paid dividends.
beneft when constantly retrieving lures to clear weeds or move locations. A traditional ballyhoo rig with a teaser and bait spring is my choice for medium-speed trolling. A good premade rig is the Mahi Chaser by Trolling Pro Tackle.
Once you get a hook-up, get some fresh squid, jigs or live baits in the water and hang on. Te Mahi show is about to get started!
Mark Ambert, IG @marksgonefshing_™
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DCatch More Flounder!
By: Nathan Rich
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uring the dog days of summer one of my favorite fish, and in my opinion the easiest to catch, is the good ole Flounder. In this article I am going to discuss a few things I do to maximize my success when fishing for these tasty flat fish!
Where and When to Fish for Flounder –
There are 3 areas I look to target flounder around. The first and my favorite is marsh grass, which is mostly productive at the peak of high tide. Secondly I look for rock jetties, which I find mostly productive in the middle of an incoming and outgoing tide. And third I look for docks, which I mostly target at the bottom of the tide cycle.
The Best Bait for Flounder –
For live bait applications you certainly can’t go wrong with the ole Bull Minnows, as they have been tried and true over the years. However, I do feel that artificial baits allow you to cover more water and will ultimately land you more flounder than live bait. There are 3 artificial lures that I love to use more than any other when targeting flounder. The first is going to be the Southern Salt Bait company “Hoodwink” Which is a 4.5” fluke style soft plastic with a ton of tail action. 90% of the Flounder I land are on this bait. My next go to lure is the 4’’ Gulp Grub. These are amazing flounder lures but if there is a large population of pin fish and croakers they will tear your baits up, However still effective for Flounder. Lastly I will resort to the the Buggs Fishing “ Flats Bugg, which I primarily use in very shallow water or when smaller baits seem to be getting better bites.
I hope you all found this article helpful and you’re able to get out there and land some BIG Flounder this summer. For more information on Flounder fishing you can find dozens of videos available on my YouTube Channel “SOUTHERN SALT”. Until Next time Tight Lines and God Bless!!
If Your Hands, Arms, Feet, or Legs Are Numb - If You Feel Shooting or Burning Pain or An Electric Sensation - You Are at Risk
Don't Let Creeping Nerve Death Ruin Your Life
Get The Help You Need - Here's What You Need to Know...
Purvis, MS - If you experience numbness or tingling in your hands, arms, legs, or feet or if you experience shooting or burning pain, this is important.
Please read this carefully.
Peripheral Neuropathy is when small blood vessels in the hands, arms, feet or legs become diseased and tiny nerves that keep the cells and muscles working properly shrivel up and die.
Early-warning symptoms include tingling and numbness, mild loss of feeling in your hands, arms, legs or feet, inability to feel your feet, which increases your risk of foot-injury and falling.
More Advanced Symptoms Include...
Loss of coordination & dexterity, which puts you at increased risk of accidents.
Inability to feel clothing like socks and gloves.
High risk of falling, which makes walking dangerous, and makes you more dependent on others.
Burning sensations in your arms, legs, hands or feet that may start mild, but as nerves and muscles die, may feel like you're being burned by a blow torch.
I Ignore the early warning signals long enough and you risk progressive nerve damage leading to muscle wasting, severe pain, loss of balance and a lot of staying at home wishing you didn't hurt.
When every step is like walking on hot coals, sitting still may be the only thing you feel like doing. But there's little joy in sitting still all day long.
Now here's the scary part....
Nerve damage CAUSES cell damage. Cell damage SPEEDS UP nerve degeneration
Without treatment this can become a DOWN-WARD SPIRAL that accelerates.
The damage can get worse fast. Mild symptoms intensify. Slight tingling, numbness or lack of feeling can turn into burning pain.
Before you know it, damage can become so bad you hurt all the time. Unless this downward spiral is stopped and nerves return to proper function - the damage to nerves and cells in the affected area can get so bad your muscles begin to die right along with the nerves and cells. And that sets the stage for weakness, loss of mobility, disability, and dependence on others.
If you have early warning signs of peripheral neuropathy, (tingling &/or numbness, loss of feeling or pain) it's CRITICAL you get proper treatment. It's critical, because with proper treatment the symptoms can often be reversed. Without it, you are playing Russian Roulette with your health. Once your nerve loss reaches 85%, odds are there's nothing any doctor can do to help.
The most common method your doctor may recommend to treat neuropathy is prescription drugs
Drugs like Gabapentin, Lyrica, Cymbalta, & Neurontin are often prescribed to manage the pain. But, damaged nerves and dying cells do not heal on their own.
Pain pills do not restore healthy nerve function. They just mask the pain as the nerves continue to degenerate and cells and muscle continue to die.
Taking endless drugs and suffering terrible side effects that may damage your liver & kidney and create even more problems, is not a reasonable path. You deserve better.
Three things must be determined to effectively treat neuropathy. 1) What is the underlying cause? 2) How much nerve damage has been sustained? 3) How much treatment your condition will require? With proper treatment, shriveled blood vessels grow back & nerves can return to proper function. How much treatment you may need depends on your condition.
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TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL SUMMER BASS FISHING!
Are you ready to reel in some big bass this summer? August is a prime time for bass fishing, as the water is warm, and the fish are active. Now…where do we start? Baitfish of course!
Best Baitfish for Bass Fishing in August
When it comes to bass fishing in August, mimicking the right baitfish can make all the difference. Some of the most sought after baitfish to use during this time of year include shad, bluegill, and crawfish. These natural prey items are readily available in most bodies of water and using lures that mimic them will help attract bass to your line.
Shad: Shad are a favorite food source for bass and can be found in abundance in most lakes, ponds, and rivers here on the coast. Using shad imitations such as crankbaits or swimbaits can be highly effective in catching bass in August. Make sure to try variations in colors and lure sizes to be sure youre dialed in to what the bass are targeting. You will know when you start getting bigger bites.
Bluegill: Bluegill are another common prey item for bass and can be found near beds or in shallow water. Using artificial lures that mimic bluegill can help you attract big bass during the summer months. Lots of bluegill have spawned and there is an abundance of small 1-3 inch size bluegill swimming around. Like with shad, try several variations in colors and sizes to dial in on the bigger fish.
Crawfish: Crawfish are a staple in a bass’s diet for most of the year. They can be found in gravel bottoms and areas with a lot of vegetation. Using lures that resemble crawfish, such as jigs or soft plastics, can help you catch bass in August. Colors in browns and reds do very well this time of year. But don’t be hesitant to try olives and dark greens too.
Fiddler Crabs: Fidler crabs are also a huge staple for bass here on the Gulf Coast! If you’ve harvested some bass out of the marshes lately, you will see their stomachs FULL of fiddler craps. Soft plastics with browns, blue shades, oranges, and green pumpkin coloring are excellent choices to mimic these crustaceans. I personally like to throw Netbait PacaCraws with Orange pinchers and they have been very good lures.
Techniques for Bass Fishing in August
In addition to imitating the right baitfish, there are some key techniques that can help you catch more bass in August. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
Fish Early or Late: Bass are most active during the early morning and late evening hours when the water is cooler. Try to schedule your fishing trips during these times for the best chances of success. Cloudy days can also be a factor and will extend those peak fishing times.
Target Shaded Areas: During the hot summer months, bass will seek out shaded areas to escape the heat. Look for cover such as docks, overhanging trees, or vegetation where bass may be hiding. Deeper water nearby is always a plus.
Use Topwater Lures: Topwater lures can be highly effective in the summer months when bass are feeding near the surface. Try using poppers, buzzbaits, or frogs to entice bass to strike. Down here, any of those three can be attributed to winning lots of tournaments and big fish pots!
Fish Deep Water: As the water temperatures rise in August, bass will often move to deeper, cooler water. Try fishing deeper structures such as drop-offs, points, or ledges to target these deeper bass. Crankbaits and heavy jigs can really produce better quality fish this time of year.
So there you have it, bass fishing in August can be an exciting and rewarding experience if you use the right techniques and mimick the most sought after prey. By targeting the right areas, using the correct lures, and fishing at the optimal times, you can increase your chances of catching big bass this summer. So, grab your gear, head to your favorite fishing spot, and get ready for a successful bass fishing trip in August!
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FISHIN’ IN AUGUST
BY: SONNY SCHINDLER SHORE THING FISHING CHARTERS
Oh, it’s gonna be a hot one, but there is still plenty to do in August. Typically, the wee hours of the early morning is one of the more consistent bites, especially in regards to speckled trout. Your air and water temperatures are going to be at the coolest at first light. This will typically trigger the fish to feed more
aggressively before the temperatures increase. With the amount of bait that should be around, early morning, Topwater bites should be stellar. Skitter walks, top dogs, and Super Spooks will all work. We have always been fans of the pink, chartreuse, and bone colored top water baits. Definitely want to be ready to roll as soon as you can safely navigate in the morning.
The majority of our speckled trout fishing will be in 2 to 4 feet of water. As the midday temperatures heat up, if we are still targeting speckled trout, we will be focusing on reefs or structures in 8 to 10 foot of water or more. We have been on a good run of big white trout in the deeper holes in the Mississippi
sound and Louisiana marshes, hopefully those tasty critters will hang around. Cleaned and cooked same day, there is nothing better than fresh white trout. With the big rains and high rivers, we had earlier in the summer, I would imagine there will still be some floating debris out in the Mississippi sound. You definitely want to be on the lookout for safety reasons, but also to check for those wonderful triple tail.
They will usually be hanging out under any floating objects, and will almost certainly jump on a big, and frisky live shrimp.
One of my absolute most favorite things in the world to do is cruise the beaches from Waveland to Long Beach looking for the big schools of bull reds and Jack Crevalles. You can easily incorporate this into your triple tail hunt. On the calm days, you can see the white explosions off the beach of the big fish, crashing pogies and mullet. You just put your boat ahead of their path and you can literally cast your shoe in the middle of them, and they will annihilate it.
Set the alarm clocks early, bring plenty of water, throw a couple of big spinning rods in the boat and enjoy your August Fishing!!!
Have fun and be safe
Mississippi Kitchen Delights
By: Sean Varone
Mississippi Bayou Boil
Asummer shrimp and crab boil is a delightful and festive way to enjoy seafood with friends and family! It is very straight forward and easy to do while having a good time at the same time doing it!
INGREDIENTS:
2-3 gallons of water
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup kosher salt
1/2 bag Zatarain’s shrimp boil
3 tbsp Zatarain’s liquid boil seasoning
3 lemons, cut into wedges
2 sweet onions, cut into wedges
1-2 heads garlic, smashed and peeled
8 oz baby Bella mushrooms
24oz red potatoes
8 frozen corn cob halves
1 lb smoked sausage, cut into 2 inch pieces
2 lbs shrimp, head on
1 dozen blue crabs, cleaned
Here is what ya do…
Add water and seasoning to giant pot over high flame, try to do this outside for the sake of your sinuses
When water is boiling, add lemon and garlic
Add potatoes, onions, and sausage; boil for 10 minutes
Add corn, let water return to boil, then add crabs, shrimp, and mushrooms
Let boil 2-3 mins until shrimp are cooked through and remove them from the boil pot. We take the mushrooms out with the shrimp.
Cut flame, add ice to pot, and allow the rest of the boil to soak for 20-30 mins
Pour strained boil onto large platter or table; add shrimp and mushrooms to the pile and enjoy!
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on high alert, and the noises of the day silenced, the bites can be startling and give the impression that the fsh is larger than it is. Tat’s part of the excitement of a topwater bite! I only use this tactic in areas I know well, for safety reasons, of course.
I know wading isn’t for everyone, and night wading is for even fewer anglers, but there are other methods. Fishing from a dock, boat or kayak are all good options. Focusing on dock lights, causeway lights and lighted piers can provide excellent fshing. Many canal homes have lights, both underwater and above the surface, that attract baitfsh, which attract the gamefsh we target. I’d say trout are the most prolifc, but reds and snook can be found mixed in with trout if you have them in your area. I like to target these areas with smaller lures, either a sof-plastic rattling paddletail or a small, hard, lipped bait with or without rattles. I prefer natural colors in some shade of white or clear with some silver mixed in.
I also enjoy fshing granite jetties at night. Setting up for this is a little more work but can yield terrifc results. When jetty fshing, I bring a generator and two 1,500-watt stage lights. Tese areas typically have more current, so my hard-lipped lures may be slightly larger, but I still go with the smallest lure I can work properly in the current. I stick with the same colors as mentioned earlier. Te channel and surf side of the rocks can both be productive depending on the tide, water clarity and bait. I recommend pointing one light in each direction until you determine which area has the best conditions.
Fishing at night brings new challenges, but it can ofer some of the best catches of the summer. If you decide to give one of these three methods a try, remember safety frst and don’t fsh alone. Enjoy some cooler times on the water and be safe.
Capt. Michael Okruhlik is the inventor of Knockin Tail Lures®, and the owner of www.MyCoastOutdoors.com.
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STUD AJ IS A SOUTH CAROLINA RECORD!
Fishing out of Murrells Inlet on May 23, angler James Carroll battled in a 129-pound amberjack that is a new South Carolina state record. Here is the story in Carroll’s own words:
We set out from Murrells Inlet, S.C. at the crack of dawn, heading ofshore to the Winyah Scarp area, about 60 miles out. Our goal was to catch some mahi or wahoo. Afer a few hours of trolling along a weed line and the ledge without success, we decided to move closer in and try bottom fshing.
We relocated to a spot about 50 miles ofshore in 100 feet of water. I switched to a Connley Fishing kingfsh rod paired with a Penn Fathom 40, rigged with 80-lb. Momoi Diamond Braid and a two-hook bottom setup.
At this location, we caught vermilion snapper, black sea bass, grunts and porgies, sometimes two at a time. It was a productive day. I began waiting afer getting a bite, hoping to hook a second fsh. While doing this, something big hit the line without getting hooked.
Finally, I hooked a monster fsh. Afer about 45 minutes of fghting, I told my great friend and captain of the Liberty Call, Gordon Jobe, to put the boat in gear to help bring the fsh up in the water column. Around the one-hour mark, we landed what turned out to be a South Carolina state record greater amberjack.
Using a Garmin InReach, we contacted friends onshore to check the state record weight for South Carolina. Tey replied with 123 lbs. We knew we had surpassed that mark but had to wait a few hours to confrm.
Back at the dock, we went to Seven Seas Seafood Market in Murrells Inlet, S.C., to weigh the fsh on their certifed scales. Te fsh weighed in at 129 lbs. and measured 69 inches in length. Afer certifcation by Kris Reynolds, of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, the crew at Seven Seas processed the fsh for me.
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Throw Yourself a Bone
The very best hunting knives possess a perfect balance of form and function. They’re carefully constructed from fine materials, but also have that little something extra to connect the owner with nature. If you’re on the hunt for a knife that combines impeccable craftsmanship with a sense of wonder, the $79 Huntsman Blade is the trophy you’re looking for.
The blade is full tang, meaning it doesn’t stop at the handle but extends to the length of the grip for the ultimate in strength. The blade is made from 420 surgical steel, famed for its sharpness and its resistance to corrosion.
The handle is made from genuine natural bone, and features decorative wood spacers and a hand-carved motif of two overlapping feathers— a reminder for you to respect and connect with the natural world.
This fusion of substance and style can garner a high price tag out in the marketplace. In fact, we found full tang, stainless steel blades with bone handles in excess of $2,000. Well, that won’t cut it around here. We have mastered the hunt for the best deal, and in turn pass the spoils on to our customers.
But we don’t stop there. While supplies last, we’ll include a pair of $99 8x21 power compact binoculars and a genuine leather sheath FREE when you purchase the Huntsman Blade
Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Feel the knife in your hands, wear it on your hip, inspect the impeccable craftsmanship. If you don’t feel like we cut you a fair deal, send it back within 30 days for a complete refund of the item price. Limited Reserves. A deal like this won’t last long. We have only 1120 Huntsman Blades for this ad only. Don’t let this beauty slip through your fingers. Call today!
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“This knife is beautiful!”
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• 12” overall length; 6 1/2” stainless steel full tang blade • Genuine bone handle with brass hand guard & bolsters • Includes genuine leather sheath
