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Fall flounder run beginning By Robert Sloan
For Lone Star Outdoor News Strong tides and structure are a fall home for flounder. The fish are hitting soft plastics. Photo by David J. Sams, Lone Star Outdoor News.
The fall flounder run is underway, with some of the best catches coming from Sabine Lake, where anglers are fishing soft plastics around any type of structure, including barges, cuts, bayous and pilings. “Some of the best places to
get in on the fall run of flounder on Sabine Lake will be at the mouths of bayous draining into the main body of water,” said longtime guide Jerry Norris. “The strong tides will produce the most consistent bites. There are also cuts and channels on the Louisiana side of the lake that can be very good.” Norris said as the run of
flounder continues, he’ll be doing a lot of fishing in Sabine Pass. “In the pass there are pilings, points and little cuts flowing into the pass,” he said. “The best way to catch flounder in the pass is to work soft plastics, like rat tail Assassins, close to the structure. I like to fish up close to the barges, too. It’s sort of like
crappie fishing. You want to get right up on the structure and work the jigs up against the pylon or some sort of man-made wall, like a bulkhead.” A lot of anglers on Sabine and East Galveston Bay work swimbaits along the bottom at the mouths of the bayous. The bayous on the south shoreline of East Galveston Please turn to page 17
Full moon, warm temps greet archery hunters Some strike out, others find success By Nate Skinner
For Lone Star Outdoor News Conditions were less than ideal to kick off the archery season for white-tailed deer. Some hunters observed slow activity, as bucks moved overnight or changed their patterns in areas where acorns fell or recent rains promoted new vegetation growth. Others were lucky enough to find themselves in the right place at the right time. JoAnn Bone was able to arrow her first deer with a bow, a mature buck that scored 153 inches, on opening morning on a prop-
erty her and her husband lease in Schleicher County, just east of Eldorado. During the weeks leading up to the opener, Bone had captured quite a few photos of the buck on a game camera. “Not only was this my first deer and buck with a bow, but this was a deer that I had made the decision to target from the moment I saw game camera photos of him,” she said. “That really just made the experience extra special.” Bone said the buck showed up to her setup about 10 minutes or so after the feeder in front of her went off on opening morning. It wasn’t long before he turned broadside at about 20 yards. She drew her bow, found her anchor point and let an
JoAnn Bone harvested her first bowhunting buck on the opening morning of archery season in Schleicher County. Photo by Justin Bone.
arrow fly. Her husband, Justin, was back at camp with their 8-monthold daughter. Together, the three of them tracked and recovered the buck before celebrating her harvest and taking some photos. Cody Johnston also hunted on
opening weekend in Schleicher County on a property he leases south of Eldorado. His experience was much different, as he didn’t see any of the mature bucks that he had been seeing on his trail cameras.
“Recent rains had greened up the pasture, and there were acorns starting to fall from some of the oak trees,” Johnston said. “That combined with the full moon made for some slow hunts. It was probably the least amount of deer Please turn to page 5
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hunting gear that combines comfort, breathability, and heat and moisture management. “We’re excited to bring SITKA to our Texas and southern customers,” said Alley Ray, Retail Experience Manager. “With our new Dallas store, we’re providing enthusiasts with a hands-on opportunity to completely understand the difference our gear can make.” Competing brand KUIU also opened its first store away from its Dixon, Califor-
nia home in Dallas, at 13846 Dallas Parkway near the Dallas Galleria. The 4,053 squarefoot store began a soft opening Oct. 2. Patrick Meyer, KUIU’s director of public relations, said with quality and more expensive products, customers like to touch and feel the apparel. “At trade shows, we’re absolutely packed,” he said. “People want to make sure it fits and feels right.” KUIU is known for its lightweight, rugged gear for Please turn to page 20
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HUNTING
FISHING
Elk for 13-year-old (P. 4)
Moving into fall (P. 8)
Bull taken in Davis Mountains.
Crappie coming up, feeding.
Quail hunters hopeful (P. 4)
Redfish in high tides (P. 8)
Northern Panhandle, South Texas look best.
Anglers finding pods of fish.
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HUNTING
Big bull elk for teenager By Tony Vindell
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Matt Cichowski arrowed this Hill Country buck during the first hours of Texas archery season. Photo from Matt Cichowski.
The best kind of opening morning Out-of-state hunter arrows nice buck By Tony Vindell
For Lone Star Outdoor News Harvesting a trophy white-tailed buck on the opening morning of archery season is difficult, but for a Michigan hunter, the stars aligned just hours into the 2023 season on a Hill Country ranch. The 10-point, chocolate-antlered buck he harvested just north of Fredericksburg had not made a previous appearance on the game cameras set throughout the property. Matt Cichowski was invited to hunt for the first time in Texas and arrived at the ranch near Willow City the night before opening day. The next morning, he headed to the blind with his friend, David Hoffman, at 6:15 a.m. Around 8 a.m., a doe appeared and headed to the feeder. Minutes later, a gust of wind knocked down the top of the popup blind, preventing Cichowski from being able to take a shot with his compound bow, as Hoffman kept holding up the top of the blind. Then, just before 8:30 a.m., the buck showed up. Hoffman said it was the biggest buck ever seen on the property and told Cichowski to try to take it. The blind now secure, Cichowski took his shot, striking the buck in the right shoulder. The buck disappeared with the arrow still attached. The effort to retrieve the buck brought some new discoveries for the Michigander. The two followed a blood trail for about 50 yards in tall grass, before hearing a rattlesnake. Hoffman located the snake, putting it away with a rock. After another 10 yards, a second rattlesnake was spotted and received the same fate. The two walked another 50 yards and found the buck — a 10-pointer with darkcolored antlers. “It was amazing,” Cichowski said. “I did not expect this. It was a really nice buck.” The deer he harvested may not have been the heaviest one for him as he hunts in Michigan, a state that generally produces bigger-bodied deer. While many bowhunters prefer to take their Texas bucks later in the season when the temperatures are cooler, Cichowski got his on a 75-degree morning. And the two rattlesnakes encountered as the two trailed the deer showed how different hunting can be for a visitor to the Lone Star State.
For 13-year-old avid angler and hunter Morgan Butler, a trip of a lifetime resulted in a 6x6, 300-inch bull elk. The hunt took place on a ranch in Texas’ Davis Mountains, held under the Texas Youth Hunting Program. “I never thought I was going to get an animal like that,” said Morgan, still excited about the hunt nearly a week later. “That’s the first elk we saw in three days, and it was on a rainy day.” An angler and hunter since age 6, Morgan could not remember how many miles she walked, though her father, Andrew, and guide, Braxton Hicks, had an idea how far they walked during the three days. They believed it was between 15 to 20 miles. The monster bull elk was the biggest taken since the program introduced elk to its repertoire of hunts statewide two years ago. Morgan said she has harvested white-tailed deer and axis before, but an elk like the one she has included in her collection was one of a kind. Hicks agreed. “I know of people who have hunted elk in Texas and all over the country,” he said. “But an elk like the one Morgan harvested is a special one.” Hicks said the animal was in the neighborhood of 700 pounds and was 7 years old. The hunt was held in the Davis Mountains, one of most beautiful places in West Texas, south of Pecos and north of Big Bend National Park. Some of the mountain peaks have altitude of up to 8,000 feet, making them some of the Lone Star State’s highest elevation points. During the first two days of the hunt, Morgan, Andrew and Hicks saw mule deer and other critters, but no elk. On the third day, which was rainy and under thick clouds, a bull elk was spotted on top of another peak and disappeared. Andrew and the guide went down on a gully in hopes of flushing out the elk. The plan worked, as the elk came out, stopping in a grassy area about 200 yards away from Morgan. The eighth grader, who attends school in Rivera, took a first shot with a .308 that hit the elk, but the animal did not go down. After a quick second shot, the bull was on the ground. Morgan couldn’t believe her eyes and said her father and the guide seemed to be more excited than she was. Andrew said Morgan has her sights on becoming a gamer warden. Morgan’s hunt under the program took place Sept. 14-17. TYHP offers youths ages 9-17 the opportunity to participate in a number of hunts held throughout the state.
Morgan Butler, shown with her father, Andrew, took a trophy bull elk in the Davis Mountains while on a TYHP hunt. Photos from Andrew Butler.
Quail season promising for some By Craig Nyhus
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Wildlife managers and landowners are predicting a good season in South Texas and the northern Panhandle. Photo by Lone Star Outdoor News.
South Texas and northern Panhandle quail hunters are looking for a banner year, while in the southern Panhandle and Rolling Plains, it looks better than last year. The Rolling Plains Quail Research Foundation issued its quail forecast, which includes dozens of reports from landowners and wildlife managers across the state. “Hotspots are going to be the northern Panhandle (north of IH-40), western parts of South Texas, and some of the blue quail range in far West Texas,” the report concluded. Several common denominators were noted: • Most everywhere experienced
poor nesting conditions until mid-May, then saw a nice rebound with rains from mid-May through June. Then torrid conditions set in through mid-September. • Large coveys (>15 birds for bobwhites and >25 for blues) are more common. • Some are hoping for a measurable late hatch in South Texas as a result of Tropical Storm Harold in late-August. • Reports were poor from Archer County south to Coleman County and west to Highway 83. • Many reporters were hopeful for a rebound to a boom year in 2024. In the northern Panhandle, Jeff Bonner rated the upcoming season a 7.5. Keith Boone reported from Roberts County with a 9.5 — he’s received 36 Please turn to page 6
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movement I’ve ever observed on that property.” Russell Ernst was able to harvest an 8-point buck still in velvet on his family’s ranch in Karnes County on the second day of the season. He had been keeping tabs on the deer via game cameras, and noticed the buck was still sporting full velvet just a few days before the season opened. “I’ve never harvested a whitetail buck still in velvet, and being able to do that on family land was pretty awesome,” Ernst said. Clay Stephens also took a buck still in velvet in Karnes County. The 8-pointer scored 148 5/8 inches and is Stephens’ personal best buck to date. Stephens said the buck had been showing up on camera consistently. “I snuck in there on opening morning, and he showed up right at legal shooting time,” he said. “He finally gave me a shot at 27 yards, and I took it.” Cody Verstuyft arrowed a mature buck on his family’s property, the 46 Ranch, on opening Cody Verstuyft harvested this giant buck on his family’s weekend in La Salle County. He property, the 46 Ranch, in La Salle County on the opening had the buck scored for several weekend of archery season. The buck scored about 235 deer contests, and it averaged inches. Photo from Cody Verstuyft. about 235 inches. “I went into opening weekend with plans to chase this buck,” Verstuyft said. “I had been watching the deer since he was about 2 years old, and I had him estimated at 6 years old this season.” Verstuyft saw the buck on opening morning but was never presented with the right shot opportunity. He went back to the same stand the following morning and the deer showed back up. “The buck got within 19 yards of the blind and stared right at me for what seemed like forever,” Verstuyft said. “He finally turned broadside, and I took my shot.” The buck only ran about 30 yards, and Verstuyft was able to finally put his hands on the deer he had been watching for the past several years. “I’ll likely never top that buck,” Verstuyft said. “What an incredible moment.”
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DUX moving to Memphis Ducks Unlimited announced the DUX (Ducks Unlimited Expo) will be moving to the Renasant Convention Center in downtown Memphis, Tennessee on Aug. 1-3, 2025. This indoor show will utilize the impressive 125,000 square foot exhibit hall located in the recently remodeled convention center that hosts several large trade exhibitions each year. For the past three years, DUX has been held at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth. The decision to bring the DUX inside and to DU’s hometown of Memphis was two-fold; first to share the excitement of DUX with the outdoors rich Mid-South community and to host it in conjunction with the organization’s National Leadership Conference and annual fundraising staff meetings. In addition to the public, the DU volunteer leaders and field fundraising staff who oversee the organization’s 4,000 annual local chapter events will be in attendance searching out the newest and greatest products the outdoor industry has to offer. DU said the choice to hold the event in early August was based on feedback from past show exhibitors desiring a date closer to hunting seasons, and that DUX is contracted to hold the event at the same location in 2026 and 2027. —DU
Mason Mountain WMA adds acreage Thanks to a donation from Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation and its partners, more than 200 additional acres have been added to the Mason Mountain Wildlife Management Area in Central Texas. Mason Mountain WMA is located in the Llano Uplift of Mason County and now encompasses more than 5,500 acres of pristine wildlife habitat in one of the fastest growing regions of the state. “We’re thrilled at this addition to Mason Mountain WMA, which will provide habitat for species ranging from white-tailed deer to grassland birds,” said Mason Mountain WMA Manager Mark Mitchell. “Besides providing public hunting opportunities, Mason Mountain is a research and demonstration site, providing access to wildlife researchers while providing Texas landowners with valuable information about how to best manage their land to benefit fish and wildlife species.” The transaction closed in August 2023, and WMA staff worked feverishly to get the property ready to welcome hunters in time for the opening of dove season. “There is such a high demand for public dove hunting opportunities that we really rushed things to get it ready for the September 1 season open,” said Mitchell. “Dozens of public hunters have been utilizing the property already, and we expect there will be a lot more before the season is over.” TPWF worked with the Horizon Foundation and the Knobloch Family Foundation to provide more than $380,000 in private dollars to match a federal Pittman-Robertson grant, making the acquisition possible. “When I heard it was going to be offered for sale, I alerted my bosses and we brought in Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation to help,” said Mitchell. “We knew that if we didn’t put together an offer quickly, the land would be snapped up and developed, forever altering the natural landscape.” Mason Mountain WMA was originally donated to TPWF in 1996 and transferred to TPWD in 1997. TPWF also helped facilitate a conservation easement on a 295-acre ranch adjacent to the WMA in 2020, and currently manages an endowment to benefit the WMA. —TPWF
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inches of rainfall year to date. Chip Ruthven reported from the Matador WMA in Cottle County. “Matador numbers are up over the past few years but far from ideal — I’ll give it a 4. Gene Howe WMA perhaps a 6 or 7. Out west of Lubbock is a 5 on blues.” In Coleman County, Mickie Bush said, “We’re not even at a 1 in northern Coleman County. Only saw one very small clutch this summer.” Chris Timmons weighed in from the Throckmorton/Baylor County line: “here in my area, we hear them but don’t see them. Better than last year but sadly still not enough to hunt.” Ty Bartoskewitz rated Stephens County as “a generous 1.” More rains hit Stonewall County, and it was reflected in the reports. Kegan Crouch said: “I’d give it a 6-7. Reports were really low coming into the spring, but it was a great 2 months from mid-May to mid-July with low temperatures and around 20 inches of rain. Birds kicked reproduction into high gear, and I’ve seen more quail and broods than I’ve seen in a long time.” In South Texas, Clint Faas said, “Wharton County is the highest I can ever remember seeing it. Seems there’s birds and coveys all over.” Dr. Eric Grahmann reported for several South Texas counties. “Maverick 7.5; Dimmitt 7.5, Victoria 7, Kennedy 6.5, Brooks 6.5, McMullen 8, Goliad 5. A wildcard is the recent tropical rain received across some of these areas in late August.” In Frio County, Celeste Lacy said, “If they all survive, looks like maybe an 8 this season. There are large coveys (10-20 birds) all over the ranch. We observed a new hatch two weeks ago. For blue quail, Dan Allen Hughes, Jr. said from Culberson County: “Above average to well above average. My son recently counted 75 coveys in seven hours last week while driving the roads.” Midland County didn’t fare as well. Brad Bates rated the season a 3; saying “enough birds to run dogs, but not enough to hunt.” In Brewster County, Dr. Ryan O’Shaughnessy said, “I’ll put it at a 5, possibly 6. The best year since 2019.” Presidio County could be even better. Lane Sumner reported, “I am seeing coveys where I haven’t seen them in the past. I’ll rate this property as an 8-9.” Ranges of scores: Northern Rolling Plains Rolling Plains (SW portion) Eastern Rolling Plains South Texas (northern half) South Texas (southern half) Permian Basin Trans-Pecos (blues)
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FISHING
Crappie active, moving By Nate Skinner
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Blaire Hyde landed this crappie on Cedar Creek Lake with guide Kyle Miers. Photo by Kyle Miers.
Anglers pursuing crappie across inland lakes are happy with the cooler weather. The slow but gradual drop in temperatures has started to push fish into a fall mode, and the action has been lights-out for those able to find the fish. On Cedar Creek Lake, guide Kyle Miers said the crappie bite has been exceptional. He’s been focusing on lay downs and logs in 14-16 feet of water. Some areas with timber, as well as brush piles, are also holding crappie.
“Our anglers are catching the majority of their fish on minnows, but small, light jigs are producing, too,” Miers said. “Black and chartreuse color patterns have been working the best. They’ve really been hammering the jigs pretty hard, but the bite on the minnows has been more subtle.” Miers said most of the fish his anglers are catching are from 1113 inches, and a lot of them are black crappie. “A few boat docks are holding crappie, but they are not easy to catch,” Miers said. “A lot of these fish are on the smaller side.”
East Texas guide Marty Thomas has been chasing crappie on Lake Bob Sandlin, Lake Cypress Springs, and Lake ‘O the Pines, where he said the fish are definitely transitioning into a fall pattern. “Most of the fish on these lakes are hanging out in 12 to 15 feet of water over brush piles,” Thomas said. “Minnows fished under a slip cork have been hard to beat, but the crappie are hitting jigs as well.” Most of the crappie have been from 1-1.5 pounds. Thomas said on some days you can sit in one or two spots and catch limits, but on
other days it’s more productive to move around and cover more areas. On Lake Fork, Donny Fleenor said the action has been outstanding. “We are slowly transitioning into a fall pattern, but the late summertime trends have been lingering,” Fleenor said. “A lot of the fish are in 15 to 30 feet of water, over brush piles and lay downs, as well as around the tops of trees.” Fleenor said the black crappie are in bigger schools and are easier to catch right now. Both jigs and Please turn to page 18
Higher tides mean more redfish By Nate Skinner
For Lone Star Outdoor News Rod-bending redfish action continues to gain momentum as fall conditions finally arrive. From the beachfront to the marsh, as well as the upper reaches of creeks, rivers and bayous, anglers are catching redfish of all sizes using a variety of techniques. Live bait, artificial lures paired with conventional tackle, and various fly patterns are all bringing red drum to hand. Sabine Lake area guide, Capt. Chris Phillips, has been chasing redfish along stretches of the Neches River. He’s been finding good numbers of reds as far upriver as Beaumont, and said both slot-sized and oversized fish have been in the mix. “There’s a lot of shrimp and shad in the Neches, and the redfish are stacked in there, feeding on them,” Phillips said. “Rock banks, points and other stretches of bank with scattered structure have been holding the most fish.” Live shrimp rigged under a popping cork has been the most productive. Carolina-rigged live mullet also have produced bites. Holly Hearn was fishing off the Galveston beachfront with Capt. Robert Nichols and Grant Nichols in about 30 feet of water, when they came across a school of bull reds in the 30-40inch range. Hearn said they were trolling lures in search of tarpon when the oversized redfish struck. “We ended up landing five bull redfish and had a couple of double hook-ups while the school was close to the boat,” Hearn said. “It was pretty chaotic when they hit, and they were all bright orange colored and beautiful fish.”
Holly Hearn caught this redfish along the Galveston beachfront while trolling lures in search of tarpon. Photo by Capt. Robert Nichols.
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Somerville cats, more By Robert Sloan
For Lone Star Outdoor News Lake Somerville, near Brenham on Yegua Creek in the Brazos River basin, isn’t a well-known fishing destination, but the fishing is worth a shot for bass, crappie and catfish. While the bass can be streaky, channel catfish and crappie receive the most attention from locals. Weldon Kirk has been a guide on the lake since 2005. A retired accountant, he keeps a record of all the channel cats he’s put his customers on over the years. His records show that he’s boxed more than 90,000 catfish. His preferred fishing method involves chumming the areas he plans to fish. “I use wheat and milo to get the catfish to feeding,” Kirk said. “I do most of Catfish are cooperative on Lake Somerville, biting punch bait and minnows. Photo by Lone Star Outdoor News.
my fishing with a slip cork and punch bait. My favorite is CJ’s punch bait. And most of the time I’ll be using a crawfishscented bait. A bobber stopper allows me to fish about a foot off the bottom. I use a 1/4-ounce weight with a No. 6 treble. It’s just a basic hook that holds the punch bait well.” Kirk’s favorite structure type involves a rocky bottom, drops and timber. This time of year, the best depth is from 4-10 feet. “The hot weather we’ve had this past summer has kept the catfish scattered,” he said. “The water temperature is 85 degrees at about 9 feet deep. In that warm water the fish won’t be as aggressive as they usually are. They hit the punch bait with a nibble, like they are playing with it. It makes hooking them a little more difficult.”
Often anglers turn their attention from catfish to crappie. Tony Morrison is a crappie guide on the 11,500-acre reservoir. His favorite structure is a brush pile, and he’s got them all over the lake. “I like to fish with minnows most of the time,” Morrison said. “But I’ll also use one of my homemade feather jigs to catch them, as well. The best colors are gray and chartreuse. Most of my brush piles are in 7 to 20 feet of water.” The hot weather this summer has affected his fishing. But it’s still not a problem to catch a daily limit of 25 crappie. “This is a really good lake for crappie fishing,” Morrison said. “The water is not all that clear. It’s mostly a dark green. That’s perfect for catching crappie and catfish. The key on most days is to use the smallest minnows I can find.”
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Public meetings on spotted seatrout management Public input on spotted seatrout harvest regulations will be the topic of several public meetings, including bag and size limits along the entirety of the Texas coast. Following the February 2021 freeze event, which impacted tens of thousands of spotted seatrout, emergency and temporary reduced harvest regulations were put into place in several bay systems with the goal of accelerating recovery of the popular game fish. The temporary regulations expired on Aug. 31, and former statewide bag and size limits were reinstated. Coastal Fisheries staff will host several public scoping meetings on the coast to gather input from stakeholders and constituents concerning spotted seatrout management options. Each meeting runs from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 17 Oct. 18 Oct. 18 Oct. 18 Oct. 19 Oct. 19
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Projects provide increased angler access Ten new projects under the Habitat and Angler Access Program were selected for completion in 2024-25 by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Inland Fisheries Division. HAAP, which launched in June 2021, is primarily funded by the purchase of freshwater fishing licenses. The second round of projects are expected to be completed by Aug. 31, 2025. The next request for proposals for fiscal years 2026-27 will be announced in spring 2025. Projects: • Fishing Pier at Lake Bridgeport (City of Runaway Bay) • Fishing Piers at Lake Livingston • MediPark Fishing Pier in Amarillo • Hill at Sims Fishing Lake Access and Habitat Project • City of Early Town Center Kayak Launches • Miller’s Pond Fishing Pier and Pond Aeration Project • Garner State Park Riparian Restoration Project • TreeFolks Reforestation Project • Iraan Riparian Restoration and Angler Access Project • Upper San Marcos River Invasive Species Control Project HAAP funding is awarded to support individual fish habitat improvement and angler access projects on public ponds, large reservoirs, creeks and rivers.
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FISHING REPORTS FROM THE GUIDES Hydrilla will give bass fishing a boost on Lake Travis: Robert Brown of bassmanaustin.com is optimistic about the fall bite for largemouth bass, although getting a boat on the lake is difficult. He said only one private ramp is open, and that the lake needs about two feet of water to bring some other ramps online, but it is possible to launch off the bank in places. Texas rigs and swimbaits worked in 6-14 feet of water on points and rocky bluffs are currently a good choice. Fish can also be found schooling in river bends where top-water lures are good when the fish are chasing shad. Looking ahead, though, he likes spinner baits. “Fall is a good time for spinner baits on Travis, and hydrilla has really taken over some main-lake areas. I never thought I’d see it like that here.” Bob Sandlin crappie fishing starting to pick up: Chris Caswell of fishbobsandlin.com said that the crappie fishing has been poor most of the summer but is starting to pick up now that water temperatures are in the upper 70s. He said that minnows are outproducing jigs in brush piles 20-30 feet deep. While fish can also be caught on timber, you may have to search through a lot of trees to find one that is loaded. He said the lake is about 1.5 feet low, and a lot of standing timber is near the surface, so care should be taken running the lake. “Your best bet is brush piles. Almost every point here has a brush pile on it, and there’s more fish relating to the brush than bridges or timber.” Light bite, but plenty of channel catfish on Conroe: Richard Tatsch of fishdudetx. com reports that Conroe is putting out numerous limits of channel catfish right now. He said good numbers of channel cats are moving to channel ledges that are 15-20 feet deep, although some can also be found around bridges in the same depth. His clients are mostly using stink baits rigged on a rod and reel outfitted with No. 6 or No. 8 treble hooks and a quarter-ounce weight right next to that hook. “With the bite the way it is right now, you will just feel a light bump, then gently raise up to set the hook because that’s a fish on it.”
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TEXAS FRESHWATER FISHING REPORT ALAN HENRY: Water clear; 78 degrees; 4.40’ low. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs suspended over trees. Catfish are fair upriver on fresh cut bait and prepared baits. AMISTAD: Water lightly stained; 81 degrees; 51.03’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on Texas-rigged plastics in watermelon colors. White bass are good on slabs and lipless crankbaits. Striped bass are fair on swimbaits, bucktail jigs and crankbaits. Catfish are good on prepared baits. ARLINGTON: Water lightly stained; 85-90 degrees; 4.88’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on swimbaits and top-waters. Crappie are good on minnows. ARROWHEAD: Water lightly stained; 80 degrees; 8.33’ low. Catfish are good drifting fresh cut shad. ATHENS: Water clear; 82-85 degrees; 1.87’ low. Largemouth bass fair on small swimbaits and spinner baits. Crappie are fair on minnows. AUSTIN: Water lightly stained; 82 degrees; 0.49’ low. Largemouth bass are slow to fair on shad imitations, jigs and frogs. B.A. STEINHAGEN: Water stained; 84 degrees; 0.12’ low. Largemouth bass are good in the river on small crankbaits and Texas-rigged soft plastics. BASTROP: Water lightly stained; 91 degrees. Largemouth bass are good on flukes, top-waters, crankbaits and weightless swimbaits. BELTON: Water lightly stained; 82 degrees; 18.58’ low. White bass are fair to good on top-waters and underspins. Blue catfish are good drifting suspended cut bait. Channel catfish are fair on punch bait. BENBROOK: Water stained; 83 degrees; 13.17’ low. All boat ramps are closed due to low water levels. BOB SANDLIN: Water stained; 80 degrees; 1.55’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on top-waters and chatter baits. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs. White bass are good on white slabs. Catfish are excellent on baited holes on cheese bait. BRAUNIG: Water slightly stained, 90 degrees. Largemouth bass are fair on top-waters and dark worms. Redfish are good on dark soft plastics, live bait and gold spoons. BRIDGEPORT: Water clear; 81 degrees; 14.46’ low. Largemouth bass are fair to good on buzzbaits early. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs. White bass and hybrids are fair on chartreuse slabs. Catfish are good drifting cut shad. BROWNWOOD: Water lightly stained; 80-84 degrees; 8.01’ low. Largemouth bass are good on jigs, shaky heads and top-waters. Crappie are slow. White bass are good on crankbaits and small jigs. Catfish are slow. BUCHANAN: Water lightly stained; 78-80 degrees; 25.34’
low. Striper are fair to good trolling and vertically jigging live bait. CADDO: Water stained; 83 degrees; 0.14’ high. Largemouth bass are good on top-waters, flukes, spinner baits and lipless crankbaits. CALAVERAS: Water lightly stained, 87 degrees. Redfish are fair on live bait and trolling dark soft plastics and gold spoons. Channel and blue catfish are good in coves on cut bait, live bait and worms. CANYON: Water lightly stained; 82 degrees; 18.40’ low. Largemouth bass are fair to good on slow-rolled spinner baits and swimbaits. CEDAR CREEK: Water sained; 77-81 degrees; 3.75’ low. Largemouth bass are fair to good on top-waters and shaky heads. Crappie are good on minnows. White bass and hybrids are good on silver slabs. CHOKE CANYON: Water stained; 85 degrees; 26.58’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on spinner baits, crankbaits, top-waters and small worms. Crappie are slow. Catfish are slow. COLEMAN: Water lightly stained; 83 degrees; 8.28’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on soft plastics and jigs. White bass and hybrids are fair under lights on fast moving baits. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs. CONROE: Water stained; 85 degrees; 2.23’ low. Largemouth bass are slow. Crappie are fair on jigs and minnows. Hybrid striped bass are fair to good trolling pet spoons and on large minnows. Catfish are good on Catfish Bubblegum, liver and punch bait. CORPUS CHRISTI: Water stained; 85 degrees; 6.74’ low. Largemouth bass are slow. Crappie are good on minnows. Catfish are good on dip bait and cut carp. CYPRESS SPRINGS: Water stained; 80 degrees; 1.38’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on top-waters and chatter baits. Crappie are good drifting minnows. White bass are good on slabs. Catfish are good on cheese bait. EAGLE MOUNTAIN: Water stained; 79 degrees; 8.60’ low. White bass are good on slabs and minnows. Crappie are fair on jigs. Blue catfish are good on cut bait and punch bait. FALCON: Water stained; 84-88 degrees; 44.26’ low. Largemouth bass are good on finesse baits, power worms and crankbaits. Crappie are fair on minnows and chartreuse jigs. Catfish are good on cut bait and live bait. FAYETTE: Water stained; 85 degrees. Largemouth bass are fair on Texas rigs and crankbaits.
FORK: Water stained; 83 degrees; 2.55’ low. Largemouth bass are good on top-waters, frogs, squarebilled crankbaits and Carolina rigs. Crappie are good in timber on minnows. Catfish are very good on prepared baits. FT. PHANTOM HILL: Water stained; 85 degrees; 6.23’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on top-waters. White bass and hybrids are good on rooster tails and vertical jigs. Blue catfish are fair drifting live shad. GRANBURY: Water lightly stained; 78-81 degrees; 1.66’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on minnows, crankbaits and Texas-rigged worms. Crappie are good on small minnows and jigs. Striped bass are good on live bait and trolling Alabama rigs. Catfish are good on cut bait. GRANGER: Water lightly stained; 86 degrees; 3.45’ low. Largemouth bass are good on spinner baits. Crappie are good on jigs. White bass are slow. Blue catfish are good on jug lines baited with shad. GRAPEVINE: Water clear; 83 degrees; 4.73’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on shad imitations. White bass are good on slabs with a stinger hook. GREENBELT: Water stained; 80 degrees; 46.03’ low. Largemouth bass and catfish are fair on minnows. HOUSTON COUNTY: Water clear; 80-84 degrees; 2.28’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on square-billed crankbaits and shaky head. Crappie are good on minnows. HUBBARD CREEK: Water stained; 85 degrees; 11.22’ low. Largemouth bass are slow to fair on stick worms, topwaters and crankbaits. White bass are fair on slabs. JACKSONVILLE: Water clear; 83 degrees; 2.04’ low. Largemouth bass are good on soft plastics, frogs and swim jigs. JOE POOL: Water clear; 85 degrees; 2.20’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on square-billed crankbaits. Crappie are fair on minnows. LAKE O’ THE PINES: Water stained; 83 degrees; 0.70’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on top-waters, chatter baits and soft plastics. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs. Catfish are excellent on prepared baits. LAVON: Water lightly stained; 84-86 degrees; 5.33’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on crankbaits and plastic worms. Crappie are good on jigs. White bass are fair to good on white or chartreuse slabs. Catfish are fair on cut bait. LBJ: Water stained; 83 degrees; 0.18’ low. Crappie are good on minnows and chartreuse jigs. Catfish are
good on punch bait. LEWISVILLE: Water lightly stained; 81-83 degrees; 4.95’ low. White bass are fair on slabs, jigs and live bait. Crappie are fair on minnows and jigs. Catfish are fair drifting cut shad or chicken breasts. LIMESTONE: Water clear; 80-84 degrees; 3.81’ low. Largemouth bass are good on Carolina rigs, Texas rigs and spinner baits. White bass are good on silver slabs. Crappie are good on minnows. Catfish are good on cut bait. LIVINGSTON: Water stained; 85 degrees; 4.05’ low. Largemouth bass are slow. White bass are fair on slabs. Striped bass are slow. Catfish are fair to good on cut bait. MARTIN CREEK: Water lightly stained; 91 degrees; 3.62’ low. Largemouth bass are slow. Crappie are good suspended over timber and brush on minnows. MEREDITH: Water stained; 71-73 degrees; 44.39’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on minnows and artificials. Crappie are fair on jigs and minnows. White bass are excellent on minnows and slabs. Walleye are good on minnows, grubs and crankbaits. Catfish are good on crawlers, minnows and frozen shad. MILLERS CREEK: Water stained; 80 degrees; 8.96’ low. Largemouth bass are slow. White bass are fair trolling slabs. Blue and channel catfish are fair on cut bait. NACOGDOCHES: Water clear; 78-84 degrees; 3.19’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on soft plastics. Crappie are good on minnows. NACONICHE: Water lightly stained; 81 degrees; 1.50’ low. Largemouth bass are slow. Crappie are good on minnows. Catfish are slow. NASWORTHY: Water lightly stained; 85 degrees. 0.46’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on white chatter baits and soft plastics. Crappie are good on chartreuse jigs. Catfish are good on cut bait and stink bait. NAVARRO MILLS: Water clear; 82-84 degrees; 2.22’ low. Largemouth bass are fair to good on lipless crankbaits. White bass are fair on chartreuse slabs. Crappie are fair on live minnows. Catfish are good on cut bait and stink bait. O.H. IVIE: Water stained; 85 degrees; 28.78’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on soft plastics. White bass are fair on live bait and plastics. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs. OAK CREEK: Water lightly stained; 82 degrees; 15.10’ low. Largemouth bass are slow. White bass and crappie are slow. Channel and blue
catfish are good on stink bait and punch bait. PALESTINE: Water stained; 81-86 degrees; 2.30’ low. Largemouth bass are fair to good on crankbaits and soft plastics. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs. Catfish are good on cut bait. POSSUM KINGDOM: Water clear; 81-84 degrees; 3.42’ low. Striped bass are good on live bait. White bass are fair on small live bait, small slabs or small swim tail jigs. PROCTOR: Water stained; 80 degrees; 13.42’ low. Boat ramps are closed but kayaks getting out. Largemouth bass are slow. Crappie are fair on minnows. White bass are fair on top-waters. Catfish are fair on punch bait. RAVEN: Water clear; 85 degrees; 2.00’ low. Largemouth bass are slow to fair on soft plastics. RAY HUBBARD: Water lightly stained; 79-81 degrees; 4.44’ low. White bass are fair on tail spinners, inline spinners and small lipless crankbaits. Crappie are fair on jigs and minnows. Catfish are fair on cut bait. RAY ROBERTS: Water clear; 79 degrees; 2.16’ low. Largemouth bass are good on topwaters and drop shots. White bass are good on slabs with a hair jig trailer. Crappie are slow. RICHLAND CHAMBERS: Water clear; 83 degrees; 2.68’ low. White bass are slow. Hybrid striped bass are fair on live bait. Catfish are excellent on shad and punch bait. SAM RAYBURN: Water lightly stained; 81 degrees; 5.24’ low. Largemouth bass are good on frogs, wacky worms and Carolina rigs. Crappie are good on minnows or jigs. Catfish are good on punch bait. SOMERVILLE: Water clear; 85 degrees; 5.25’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on soft plastics and jerk baits. Crappie are fair on minnows. White bass are slow. Catfish are good on punch bait and minnows. SPENCE: Water stained; 86 degrees. 46.69’ low. Largemouth bass are slow. Catfish are slow. SQUAW CREEK: Water stained; 95 degrees; 0.24’ low. Lake reopened Oct. 1. Largemouth bass are fair on minnows. Channel catfish are very good on punch bait and minnows. STILLHOUSE HOLLOW: Water lightly stained; 81 degrees; 18.82’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on frogs and dark soft plastics. White bass are fair to good on pet spoons. TAWAKONI: Water lightly stained; 90 degrees; 1.71’ low. Largemouth bass are fair on frogs, flukes and square-billed
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crankbaits. White bass and hybrids are good on slabs and small swimbaits. Catfish are good on punch bait and dough baits. Blue catfish are good on fresh cut gizzard shad. TEXOMA: Water stained; 86-88 degrees; 3.45’ low. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are slow. Striped bass are good on pencil poppers, slabs, swimbaits and drifting gizzard shad. Crappie are slow. Catfish are good drifting cut shad. TOLEDO BEND: Water clear; 86-88 degrees; 4.08’ low. Largemouth bass are slow to fair on top-waters, crankbaits and Texas rigs. Crappie are slow. TRAVIS: Water stained; 81 degrees; 52.46’ low. All public boat ramps are closed. Largemouth bass are good on top-waters, shaky heads and Texas-rigged worms or craws. TWIN BUTTES: Water stained; 80 degrees; 30.57’ low. Crappie are fair on jigs. Catfish are good on cheese bait and nightcrawlers. TYLER: Water stained; 78 degrees; 2.57’ low. Largemouth bass are good on crankbaits, finesse worms and spinner baits. Crappie are good on minnows. Catfish are good on nightcrawlers and stink bait. WACO: Water stained; 85 degrees; 11.51’ low. Largemouth bass are slow. Crappie are fair on jigs. WALTER E. LONG: Water stained; 87 degrees. Boat ramps are closed. For kayak anglers and shore fishermen, largemouth bass are fair on Texas-rigged worms and small swimbaits. WHITNEY: Water lightly stained; 85 degrees; 8.30’ low. Striped bass are fair to good down-rigging jigs and live shad and on flutter spoons and swimbaits. WORTH: Water stained; 79 degrees; 3.24’ low. White bass are good on minnows. Crappie are fair to good on jigs. Blue catfish are good on cut bait and punch bait. WRIGHT PATMAN: Water stained; 82 degrees; 0.34’ high. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs. Catfish are good on cut bait.
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GAME WARDEN BLOTTER FAWN POACHER SOUGHT On the night of Sept. 30 or the early morning of Oct. 1, a white-tailed fawn was shot from the roadway with a small caliber rifle and left to waste. The incident occurred in Ellis County, approximately 2 miles from downtown Maypearl, on Old Maypearl Rd. A reward is offered for information leading to the conviction of the person(s) responsible. Call Operation Game Thief with information. THREE RESCUED FROM DISABLED JON BOAT The Coast Guard received a report at 12:23 p.m. of three men aboard a 15-foot jon boat that was disabled and anchored between the Brazos and San Bernard rivers near Freeport. Watchstanders issued a marine assistance request broadcast but received no response. A response boat crew was launched to assist, but on scene was unable to assist due to shallow water. Because of a dragging anchor, the jon boat drifted ashore, stranding the three men on the beach of an inaccessible barrier island. A helicopter crew was then launched, and arrived to hoist all three stranded boaters and transported them to Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport in Angleton. No injuries were reported.
CREW WITH 200 POUNDS OF RED SNAPPER CAUGHT The Coast Guard interdicted a lancha crew and seized approximately 200 pounds of illegally caught red snapper in waters subject to U.S. law enforcement off southern Texas. A Coast Guard Station South Padre Island boat crew, in coordination with Coast Guard Air Station Corpus Christi aircrews, located and stopped four Mexican fishermen engaged in illegal fishing aboard a lancha, approximately 65 miles north of the Maritime Boundary Line. After interdicting the lancha, Coast Guard personnel seized the red snapper, fishing gear, radios, GPS devices and high flyers on board the vessel. The Coast Guard crew detained the fishermen, brought them ashore, and transferred them to border enforcement agents for processing.
PROTECTING ALLIGATOR SNAPPING TURTLES Operation Game Thief is offering rewards of up to $1,000 for Texans who report poaching of alligator snapping turtles. The alligator snapping turtle is a freshwater turtle that resembles a small alligator with a ridged shell. Their range extends from the eastern part of Texas to Florida, and as far north as Ohio. They are listed as a threatened species and harvesting these turtles has been illegal in Texas since the 1980s. Thanks to additional funds from the agency’s Conservation License Plate Program, the reward
can be doubled if the tip leads to convictions for snapping turtle cases. CAMEL SHOT, REWARD OFFERED A camel was discovered dead inside of a high-fenced property in Blanco County on Sept. 22. The property owner suspects that the camel was killed by a gunshot from the nearby Cypress Mill Road due to the animal having a small hole in its chest and its close proximity to the road. The owner of the camel is offering additional reward money for anyone with information that leads to a conviction. Please call Operation Game
Thief with any information. COUPLE BUSTED SELLING PROTECTED BIG CATS An Alamo couple was arrested for selling protected wildlife in the first case filed under The Big Cat Act, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani. Legal permanent resident Rafael Gutierrez-Galvan, 29, and his wife Deyanira Garza, 28, made their initial appearances in federal court in McAllen Sept. 27. According to the criminal complaint, GutierrezGalvan had sold a margay cub Aug. 24 for $7,500 in a local Academy Sports and Outdoors parking lot.
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That’s the way the late Col. Homer Garrison, Jr., longtime director of the Texas Department of Public Safety, once described the men who have worn the silver or gold star of the Texas Rangers, the oldest law enforcement agency in North America with statewide jurisdiction. Rangers have a heritage that traces to the earliest days of Anglo settlement in Texas. They often have been compared to four other world-famous law enforcement agencies: the FBI, Scotland Yard, Interpol and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The Ranger story begins many years ago. In 1823, the Father of Texas, Stephen F. Austin realized the need for a body of men to protect his fledgling colony, the land settlement effort that marked the beginning of Texas’ development. On Aug. 5, 1823, on the back of a proclamation issued by Land Commissioner Baron de Bastrop, Austin wrote that he would “...employ ten men...to act as rangers for the common defense...the wages I will give said ten men is fifteen dollars a month payable in property...” These men, not soldiers, not even militia, “ranged” the area of Austin’s colony, protecting settlers. Scores of books, from well-researched works of nonfiction to Wild West pulp novels to best-selling works of fiction, have been written about the Rangers. As history would write, The Republic of Texas was one of the earliest customers of a New England gun maker, Samuel Colt. Colt had invented a five-shot revolver, a weapon Ranger Capt. Jack Hays and his men used with deadly effect in defense of the Texas frontier. In fact, one of Hays’ men, Samuel H. Walker, made some suggestions for improving the pistol that Colt carried out. The new weapon was called the Walker Colt. The Rangers are part of the history of the Old West, and part of its mythology. Over the years, a distinct Ranger tradition has evolved. As former Ranger Capt. Bob Crowder once put it, “A Ranger is an officer who is able to handle any given situation without definite instructions from his commanding officer or higher authority. This ability must be proven before a man becomes a Ranger.” That definition has worked well for 200 years and still fits today. Join us in honoring these brave men and women who have been steadfast in their defense and protection of Texas for 200 years.
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Picture this: you’re in the heart of the Lone Star State, stalking your prey amidst the rugged terrain. The sun beats down, and the adrenaline pumps in your veins. Preparation, commitment, and with a little luck, success will be yours. Back at the camp, good friends and great stories abound. But, there is only one thing missing. That’s right – the liquid gold that is Texas Ranger Whiskey. Some call it magic, but we call it a damn good time. If you’re looking for a spirit that’s as bold as Texas itself, then look no further than Texas Ranger Whiskey.
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GREAT NIGHT FOR OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES For 12 years, the Lone Star Outdoor News Foundation Wild Game Night at the Dallas Beretta Gallery went off without rain at the indoor/outdoor event. This year, storms were predicted to hit the 13th event, causing discussions of contingency plans. Fortunately, the welcome rains did come, but later than expected, and the event went off without a hitch, although people drove home in some heavy storms. Once again, fundraising totals topped previous events, the crowds were great, and the food from Cinnamon Creek Wild Game Processing received rave reviews from people at the free event, which raises money to provide hunting and fishing opportunities by finding and cultivating future hunters and anglers crucial to the survival of our passion for the outdoors. To learn more about Lone Star Outdoor News Foundation or to donate, visit lsonews.com/lson-foundation. Mimi Meyer, LSONF’s Executive Director, addresses the crowd.
Joe Musacchio of Cinnamon Creek Wild Game Processing plates wild game sausage. Photos by Tim Sharp
Beretta’s Anthony Grina wins a raffle item from Mimi Meyer.
B.J. Somerford, of Dallas, shoulders a shotgun as Steve Gromatzky, center, and Anthony Grina look on.
From left, Jane Metz, Jay Rockwell, Jeanette and Stan Graff.
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Artist Douglas Clark puts the detail into a quail sculpture.
Karl Evans purchases raffle tickets from Taylor Kasha.
Arminda Menke, center, holds her new shotgun with friends Debbie Sargis, left, and Jennifer Siguenza.
Singer Whitney Raquel performs at the event.
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Robert White, center, and Michael Huynh review prizes.
Paul Bureau, left, purchases a raffle chip from Laura Donaldson.
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THE NEW STANDARD – HYBRID ELECTRIC In 2015, Ultimate Top Drives (UTD) embarked on a mission to create a new class of hunting, safari and off-road vehicles. Our hybrid-electric vehicles and clean sheet designs emphasize performance, efficiency and safety. All of our vehicles are designed with a passion for hunting and the outdoors. From humble beginnings in the garage to our new, state-ofthe-art engineering and manufacturing facility in San Antonio, UTD stands out among the rest. Combining eco-friendly designs with rugged reliability, no other top-drive vehicle can come close to the capability and quality found in the Texas-made Ultimate Top Drives. The current operating model in the utility-terrain vehicle industry involves the use of loud, gas-powered modified vehicles that disturb nature and were not created to meet the needs of the modern outdoorsman. At Ultimate Top Drives, we custom engineer all of our vehicles to perform at the highest level in any off-road hunting context, and we’re always looking to move the industry forward through new and innovative features like the patented articulating cab found on our flagship offering: The Cabra. Ultimate Top Drives takes pride in helping sportsmen enjoy the outdoors, while staying committed to protecting the environment we all love to explore. Our hybrid-electric engines play a key role in reducing greenhouse emissions and harmful chemicals expelled by other fieldsport vehicles. The electric drivetrain also helps our vehicles maintain the element of stealth in any off-road environment allowing you and your passengers to get even closer to wildlife. Regardless of your passion, Ultimate Top Drives sets a new standard for all-terrain vehicles and redefines the hunting experience.
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LN Ranch 2,118± acres | $9,520,410 | Brown County, Texas An extraordinary offering, complete with exceptional water features, fantastic improvements, including guest accommodations, outstanding scenery, and four-season recreation opportunities. Improvements include a beautiful two-story home, three well-built guest cabins, an equipment shop, and a storage barn. Multiple large ponds are dispersed throughout the ranch and Turkey Creek winds its way through the eastern portions of the property. This region has bountiful populations of wildlife which include whitetail deer, feral hogs, some exotics, and plenty of turkey. The LN Ranch is well set up for deer hunting with seven hunting blinds strategically located with fifteen wildlife feeders. The larger ponds are stocked and fishing is reported to be very good.
B Bar Canyon Ranch 19,558± acres
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The B Bar Canyon Ranch is located in an area with an abundance of large ranch ownerships. The terrain in this region is diverse and is considered to be ideal for both wildlife and livestock. Whitetail and mule deer roam freely across endless range along with quail, wild boar, and predators such as coyotes and bobcats. The land is generally open, rolling, and views in all directions are scenic. The ranch is operated in four divisions, with each unit being utilized independently. Overall, the ranch is considered to be well-watered. Approximately 10 solar water wells, four electric submersible water wells, and half a dozen working windmills provide water for livestock and wildlife. Over 10.5 miles of poly pipe has been utilized for additional water distribution to approximately 20 drinking troughs. Water is found in Richland Creek, which has proven to be very resilient in dry weather.
South Arrow Ranch 200± acres | $5,900,000 | Blanco County, Texas A very unique property located in the highly desirable northwest portion of Blanco County near Fredericksburg, Lake LBJ, and Horseshoe Bay. Ranch improvements include a 7,500 sq. ft. insulated barn/shop with concrete floors, electricity, and water. The barn also has a 3,500 sq. ft. awning with horse stalls under it. A 1-bedroom, 1-bath hunter’s cabin is located nearby. Water features include two ponds and an excellent water well that provides water to the barn/shop and several water troughs scattered throughout the ranch. The South Arrow Ranch is an excellent hunting property for white-tail deer, turkey, dove, quail, and wild hogs.
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Red Mud Creek North Ranch 4,309.52± acres | $4,675,830 | Dickens and Kent Counties, Texas A very desirable ranch offering livestock and hunting/recreation opportunities. The terrain on the ranch is described as gently rolling to level over much of the property. The Little Red Mud Creek traverses the property offering topographic relief and exceptional wildlife habitat. Several fingers of the creek extend outwards into the ranch. Well watered for livestock and wildlife with 2 electric water wells being used to pipe water to drinking troughs throughout the property. Several dams have been constructed on the ranch and there are five or six nice ponds. This area produces quality whitetail. $1,085 per acre
Crooked Tree Ranch
Quail Ridge Ranch
Flat Top Mountain Ranch
9,400± acres | $28,153,000 | Shackelford Co., TX
4,000± acres | $12,600,000 | Shackelford, Co., TX
1,920± acres | $9,504,000 | Shackelford, Co., TX
A one-of-a-kind property with great turf, water, minerals, immaculate improvements, convenient location, and unequaled hunting. The property is considered to be very well watered with scattered ponds throughout the ranch. Located in one of the top hunting counties in Texas. There is a 200-acre high-fenced pasture stocked with deer. $2,995 per acre.
A very well manicured and managed ranch centrally located in Shackelford Co., Texas. One of the finest quail hunting properties in the county along with pastures that have been cleared to maximize cattle carrying capacity. Scattered ponds along with seasonal creeks provide ample water. This area provides some of the finest deer hunting in the county with very little hunting pressure. $3,150 per acre.
Exceptional offering with level to rolling terrain, several shallow seasonal drainages and an excellent turf of native grasses, primarily of bluestem. Includes two game food plots. Improvements include a limestone ranch house and an adjacent 30x50 metal barn with a 20-foot overhang. Excellent hunting with quality white-tail, hogs, waterfowl, quail, and dove.
Bull Run Ranch
King County Big Pasture Ranch
West Stephens Ranch
9,871.26± Total acres | $9,250,000 | Catron Co., NM
2,582± acres | $4,518,500 | King County, Texas
688.2± acres | $3,165,720 | Stephens County, TX
6,628.91± Deeded • 2,882.35± NM St. Lease • 360 BLM A stunning west-central New Mexico property with a rich history, well-conserved land, and quality improvements. Well watered with 7 wells (1 shared), 14 dirt ponds, 19 drinkers, 9 storage tanks, and a 2-acre pond. Amazing hunting opportunities for elk, mule deer, pronghorn, bear and turkey.
The property is accessed off of U.S. Highway 83 which borders the property’s west fence line for 1.4 miles. The 6666 Ranch borders the south fence line for 3.2 miles. The terrain exhibits good relief defined by a rolling topography while a portion of the southeast corner is a picturesque broken country. $1,750 per acre.
The topography is level to rolling. The property is drained by several seasonal tributaries and drainages of nearby Battle Creek. The ranch has an excellent turf of native grasses with live oak, hackberry, and other hardwoods scattered throughout. The ranch represents a tremendous opportunity to acquire a quality recreational property with upside potential.
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King County Gasaway Ranch
Willoughby Ranch
157.54± acres | $1,850,000 | Garza County, Texas
306± acres | $935,000 | Paducah, Texas
640± acres | $761,600 | Cottle County, TX
An exceptional offering very well located approximately 18 miles southeast of Post, Texas. The ranch provides headquarters for days spent on beautiful Lake Alan Henry, 4-wheeling, and come fall, this property makes an ideal hunting camp given its quality white-tail deer, dove, and turkey. Includes an unfinished 3/2 cabin, a metal shed, and a nice swimming hole.
Bordered by the historic 6666 ranch and part of the old JY Ranch. The ranch supports a rich diversity of shrub species, while the ground cover is dominated by native grass species. Whitetail deer and bobwhite quail are the predominant species of native game inhabiting this delightfully undulating property.
The majority of the ranch remains in native pasture; however, there are approximately 130 acres located on the west side of the property that are in cultivation and operated on a dryland basis. Level to broken terrain with two large tributaries to the North Wichita River extending through the native pasture of the ranch. $1,190 per acre.
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YOUR TEXAS HUNTING, SPORTING DESTINATION Perched atop a mesa just west of Fort Worth, Greystone Castle is a sight to behold. With four turrets peeking above the tree line, this majestic sight is one to be remembered. From its awardwinning wingshooting program to trophy whitetail and exotics, world-class bass fishing and our National Champion Sporting Clays instructor, there is something for everyone at Greystone Castle. The Gold Medal whitetail deer program offers an all-inclusive package based on the opportunity to hunt the opening weekend of the season. Not restricted by score, it is an exclusive chance to hunt for the whitetail of your dreams. This year’s results include a giant 493-inch deer taken by rifle. As evidenced by being named the Orvis 2015 Wingshooting Lodge of the Year, Greystone has mastered the art of bird hunting. The ever-popular mixed bag hunt includes quail, pheasant, chukar and Hungarian partridge. This upland walking hunt allows guests to experience great pointing dogs working over rolling terrain specially farmed for optimal bird habitat. The European pheasant hunt is a great way to get lots of shooting action and watch Labradors do what they do best — retrieve birds! The mallard hunts offer a great chance to improve your skills over water while the fast-flying dove hunts offer an adrenaline rush every hunter craves. If you are looking for something different, you will find it in the exotic pasture full of animals from around the world. Species from Africa, Asia, South America and Europe roam the Texas plains and thrive in the southern climate. Breeding herds of axis deer, aoudad, blackbuck antelope, sika and fallow deer mean there are plenty of trophies to be taken. For those looking to relax and enjoy the water, Greystone offers more than 120 acres of stocked
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bass lakes. From small private lakes to the 80-acre Thurber Lake, every type of fishing opportunity exists. From fly-fishing to spincasters or simple hook and bobbers, there is a method for everyone. Kayaks and paddleboards let you go off on your own adventure or you can jump on a pontoon boat to sneak to the honey holes. Two championship sporting clays courses, two 5-stands, a training course and a wobble deck challenge every level of shooter. Our new 400-yard rifle and pistol range offers steel targets at a variety of distances. Hone your skills on the new archery course featuring a tri-level static range and a 3-D walking course. Or just enjoy the scenic hiking and biking trails. What appeals to Greystone visitors is its topof-the-line accommodations and gourmet meals. Guests enjoy 26 private rooms, gourmet dining from an executive chef, conference facilities and a swimming pool with a hot tub and a steam room. Along with this is the 2,600 square-foot pavilion facility with a custom bar, large seating areas, 65-inch TVs, carved limestone fireplace, Laser Shot, billiards and an overlook terrace with a custom outdoor fire pit. The ownership and staff are dedicated to creating one of the finest sporting experiences found anywhere in the world. Long-term habitat improvements and wildlife management have made Greystone an extraordinary hunting venue.
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Whether you are looking for world class Bird Hunting, Sporting Clays, Trophy Whitetail Deer or excellent Exotic opportunities, Greystone Castle combines luxurious accommodations with Texas hospitality in an extraordinary setting. Contact us today for more information regarding our rates and packages.
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NEW L-4W RETICLE FOR AMPLUS 6 RIFLESCOPE LINE Leica Sport Optics announced the release of its latest reticle, the L-4w, for the Amplus 6 line of riflescopes. This innovative reticle is available in three models: 3-18x44i, 2.5-15x56i, and 2.5-15x50i. Designed for discerning hunters and marksmen, the L-4w (MOA) reticle provides a clean and uncluttered sight picture without compromising on accuracy. “The introduction of the L-4w (MOA) reticle underscores Leica’s dedication to providing shooters, hunters and marksmen with optics that seamlessly blend versatility and precision,” said Daniel Esquinas, interim director of Leica Sport Optics USA. “This simplified reticle retains the exceptional clarity and accuracy Leica is known for, while offering shooters an intuitive and distraction-free shooting experience.” Models include: 50201 Amplus 6 50301 Amplus 6 50401 Amplus 6
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2023-24 hunting season dates ALLIGATOR 22 Counties & Special Properties
Sept. 10 - 30
All Other Counties
Apr. 1 - June 30
RABBIT & HARE
No closed season
JAVELINA North Zone
Oct. 1 - Feb. 25
South Zone
Sept. 1 - Aug. 31
MULE DEER Archery Season
Sept. 30 - Nov. 3
Panhandle
Nov. 18 - Dec. 3
Trans-Pecos
Nov. 24 - Dec. 10
PRONGHORN
Sept. 30 – Oct. 15
SQUIRREL General East Texas
Oct. 1 - Feb. 25 May 1 - 31
All Other Counties
Sept. 1 - Aug. 31
Special Youth Season East Texas
Sept. 23 - 24
WHITE-TAILED DEER Archery Season
Nov. 4 - Feb. 18
TEAL
Sept. 9 - 24
WOODCOCK
Dec. 18 - Jan. 31
TURKEY Rio Grande Turkey Fall Season Archery-Only
Sept. 30 - Nov. 3
North Zone
Nov. 4 - Jan. 7
South Zone
Nov. 4 - Jan. 21
Brooks, Kenedy, Kleberg & Willacy Counties
Nov. 4 - Feb. 25
Fall Youth-Only North Zone
Oct. 28 - 29 Jan. 8 - 21
South Zone
Oct. 28 - 29 Jan. 22 - Feb. 4
Spring Season North Zone
Mar. 30 - May 12
South Zone
Mar. 16 - Apr.28
One-turkey counties
Apr. 1 - 30
Spring Youth-Only Sept. 30 - Nov. 3
Youth-Only North Zone
Oct. 28 - 29 Jan. 8 - 21
South Zone
Oct. 28 - 29 Jan. 8 - 21
General Season
North Zone
Mar. 23 - 24 May 18 - 19
South Zone
Mar. 9 - 10 May 4 - 5
Eastern Turkey Spring Season East Texas
Apr. 22 - May 14
North Zone
Nov. 4 - Jan. 7
DUCK
South Zone
Nov. 4 - Jan. 21
Regular Season
North Zone
Jan. 8 - 21
High Plains Mallard Management Unit
Oct. 28 - 29 Nov. 3 - Jan. 28
South Zone
Jan. 22 - Feb. 4
North Zone
Muzzleloader-Only
Jan. 8 - 21
Nov. 11 - 26 Dec. 2 - Jan. 28
South Zone
Nov. 4 - 26 Dec. 9 - Jan. 28
Special Late Season
CHACHALACA Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr & Willacy Counties
Oct. 28 - Feb. 25
QUAIL
Oct. 28 - Feb. 25
PHEASANT
Youth/Veterans High Plains Mallard Management Unit
Oct. 21 - 22
North
Nov. 4 - 5
South
Oct. 28 - 29
Panhandle
Dec. 2 - 31
GOOSE
Statewide
Oct. 28 - Feb. 25
East Zone
DOVE North Zone
Sept. 1 - Nov. 12 Dec. 15 - Dec. 31
Central Zone
Sept. 1 - Oct. 29 Dec. 15 - Jan. 14
South Zone
Sept. 14 - Oct. 29 Dec. 15 - Jan. 21
Special White-winged Dove Days (South)
Sept. 1 - 3 Sept. 8 - 10
RAILS, GALLINULE, MOORHEN
Sept. 9 - 24 Nov. 4 - Dec. 27
SANDHILL CRANE
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SNIPE
Zone A
Oct. 28 - Jan. 28
Zone B
Nov. 24 - Jan. 28
Zone C
Dec. 16 - Jan. 21
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Early Canada Goose
Sept. 9 - 24
Light & Dark Geese
Nov. 4 - Jan. 28
Light Goose Conservation Order
Jan. 29 - Mar. 10
West Zone Light Goose Conservation Order
Feb. 5 - Mar. 10
Light & Dark Geese
Nov. 4 - Feb. 4
*Check TPWD for information, bag limits
A COMBINATION OF LEGACY RIFLES By Craig Nyhus
Lone Star Outdoor News In the early 1980s, while working at a San Antonio gun store, Lone Star Outdoor News’ David J. Sams bought his first rifle. It was a gun no one else wanted — a Remington 700 Classic in 7x57 Mauser. When Sams’ oldest daughter, Lili, began hunting, shooting her first several deer with the 7x57, it was time for her to get her own rifle. “What do you want,” Sams asked her. After thinking about it, Lili said, “Why can’t I just have your gun?” The question surprised Sams, but he thought, “Why not?” Several years later, the late Eric Nelson, an oil executive, hunter, fisherman and one of the longest-running members of the Port Bay Club in Rockport gave two guns to Sams’ other daughter, Mimi. Nelson, a longtime friend of Sams’ father and the family, gave her two rifles with unique carvings on the wood stock and forearm, a .22 and a .257 Roberts. Mimi used the .257 Roberts to shoot her first deer. When it came time for her to hunt bigger game, she needed a larger caliber rifle. Tim Sharp, owner of Small Groups Rifle Range, in Commerce, had an idea. The Remington 700 Classic in 7x57 Mauser hadn’t been made for de-
cades, but Sharp found one for sale and suggested getting it as a surprise for Mimi. Soon after, Sams had the gun and another idea. “Let’s get that gun and carve it like the other ones to match the ones Nelson had given her,” he thought. At one of the Dallas Safari Club conventions, Sams met with exhibitor Jose Valencia, who is known for his intricate carvings. Valencia agreed to carve the rifle to match the guns originally given by Nelson, and the surprise was complete. On Mimi’s first hunt with the “new” rifle, her first time pulling the trigger resulted in a 12-point white-tailed buck, using ammo custom loaded by Sharp. Her rifle wasn’t done. On a trip to South Africa with her husband, Dean, Mimi took six animals, but the gun took more. The professional hunters all commented on how much they liked the caliber for hunting plains game, saying few Americans, if any, arrived with that caliber, but it was popular with Europeans. Other hunters on the trip wanted to borrow the rifle, and the 7x57 totaled up 10 animals. Passing on a legacy rifle will likely create hunting paths that weave their way through family, friends and others long into the future, with the stories and memories to match. And it’s not just reserved for sons.
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sunrise/sunset 2023-24 OCTOBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
RISE 7:21 7:21 7:22 7:23 7:23 7:24 7:25 7:26 7:26 7:27 7:28 7:28 7:29 7:30 7:31 7:31 7:32 7:33 7:34 7:35 7:35 7:36 7:37 7:38 7:38 7:39 7:40 7:41 7:42 7:43 7:43
NOVEMBER SET 7:11 7:10 7:09 7:08 7:06 7:05 7:04 7:02 7:01 7:00 6:59 6:57 6:56 6:55 6:54 6:53 6:51 6:50 6:49 6:48 6:47 6:46 6:45 6:44 6:43 6:42 6:41 6:40 6:39 6:38 6:37
RISE 7:44 7:45 7:46 7:47 6:48 6:49 6:50 6:50 6:51 6:52 6:53 6:54 6:55 6:56 6:57 6:58 6:59 6:59 7:00 7:01 7:02 7:03 7:04 7:05 7:06 7:07 7:08 7:08 7:09 7:10
DECEMBER SET 6:36 6:35 6:34 6:33 5:32 5:32 5:31 5:30 5:29 5:29 5:28 5:27 5:27 5:26 5:26 5:25 5:24 5:24 5:24 5:23 5:23 5:22 5:22 5:22 5:21 5:21 5:21 5:21 5:21 5:20
RISE 7:11 7:12 7:13 7:13 7:14 7:15 7:16 7:17 7:17 7:18 7:19 7:20 7:20 7:21 7:22 7:22 7:23 7:23 7:24 7:24 7:25 7:26 7:26 7:26 7:27 7:27 7:28 7:28 7:28 7:29 7:29
JANUARY SET 5:20 5:20 5:20 5:20 5:20 5:20 5:20 5:20 5:21 5:21 5:21 5:21 5:21 5:22 5:22 5:22 5:23 5:23 5:24 5:24 5:25 5:25 5:26 5:26 5:27 5:27 5:28 5:29 5:29 5:30 5:31
RISE 7:29 7:29 7:29 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:29 7:29 7:29 7:29 7:29 7:28 7:28 7:28 7:27 7:27 7:26 7:26 7:25 7:25 7:24 7:24 7:23 7:22
FEBRUARY SET 5:31 5:32 5:33 5:34 5:34 5:35 5:36 5:37 5:38 5:39 5:39 5:40 5:41 5:42 5:43 5:44 5:45 5:46 5:47 5:48 5:49 5:50 5:50 5:51 5:52 5:53 5:54 5:55 5:56 5:57 5:58
RISE 7:22 7:21 7:20 7:20 7:19 7:18 7:17 7:17 7:16 7:15 7:14 7:13 7:12 7:11 7:10 7:09 7:08 7:07 7:06 7:05 7:04 7:03 7:02 7:01 7:00 6:58 6:57 6:56 6:55
Times given above are for Dallas. For other locations, subtract 1 minute per 12 miles east of Dallas, and add 1 minute per 12 miles west of Dallas. The table below gives adjustments for some Texas cities. Information provided is the longitudinal distance from Dallas and the time adjustment for sunrise and sunset. Abilene / 165 miles west / + 14 minutes Alpine / 405 miles west / + 24 minutes Beaumont / 160 miles east / - 13 minutes Corpus Christi / 35 miles west / + 3 minutes Austin / 55 miles west / + 5 minutes
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Del Rio / 235 miles west / + 20 minutes El Paso / 555 miles west / - 23 minutes Houston / 170 miles east / - 5 minutes Laredo / 160 miles west / + 14 minutes Lubbock / 280 miles west / + 24 minutes
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San Angelo / 215 miles west / + 18 minutes San Antonio / 95 miles west / + 8 minutes Tyler / 75 miles east / - 6 minutes
SET 5:59 6:00 6:01 6:02 6:03 6:04 6:05 6:06 6:06 6:07 6:08 6:09 6:10 6:11 6:12 6:13 6:14 6:14 6:15 6:16 6:17 6:18 6:19 6:20 6:20 6:21 6:22 6:23 6:24
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345.84+/- Acres & Home, Coleman County $1,538,810
320 Acres & Home, Nolan County $999,900
165+/- Acres, Comanche County $1,015,000
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PERFECTING THE VISION OF HEAT Fusion Thermal’s new optics make the complex seem simple. The new Avenger 55XR and Avenger 40 utilize the company’s T3 Three Button Control System, along with the KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) menu. “It’s super easy to use,” said Ryan Warner, a factory rep, who is also an avid hog hunter. “The owner of the company helped design it after being frustrated with having to look down to focus or operate the thermal. The Avenger has a dark, raised middle button — you don’t have to look down and you always know where your fingers are.” Warner said the lens type and quality also make the Avenger models stand out. “They are incredibly clear, thanks to the use of the higher quality Germanium lens and a larger lens size with more curvature to maximize the amount of heat it picks up.” Warner has been using thermal optics for years while hog hunting. “I’ve used every thermal out there,” he said. “I used the Fusion product before I was a sales rep. It held up to everything I threw its way.” With any thermal product, heat is an issue. The Avenger series utilizes aircraftgrade aluminum housing, while most other brands use plastic. “Once you heat up a thermal, the performance goes down,” Warner said. “The aluminum housing allows it to escape, whereas plastic holds in the heat.” Thermal sensors require lots of power, and the Avenger Series has ample power with the 18650 battery design, run in parallel, providing an industry-leading, 8-hour run time. Angel Padilla, of Johnny’s Sport Shop in Eagle Lake, works full-time at the shop and also guides hog hunters at night with Sandy Creek Outfitters. “The units perform really well in humidity and fog, which a lot of other brands struggle with,” Padilla said. “You can still see the animals in high humidity. And I like the three-button system because you never have to look up to see where your fingers are.” Hunters like to record their nighttime hog hunts, and the Avenger series includes a full media package, including photo, video and audio capabilities, along with Fusion Thermal’s HeatSync App to make connectivity a snap. “The Avenger is by far the best bang for your buck,” Warner said. “I have a unit that was almost twice the price, and the Fusion outperforms it. It’s a great value. The Avenger 55XR costs less than $6,000 and the Avenger 40 is around $4,000.
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Getting your target into focus quickly and easily is a must, and you won’t find a better system than our Micro Click Focus. Our tactile focus knob is conveniently located on top of the front lens, and unlike the dog collar design used by our competitors you won’t need to perform a circus act just to focus your scope. Plus, you’ll always get your best shot as the micro click adjustments put you on the perfect focus point every time.
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The single most expensive component of a well-crafted thermal is its germanium lens. If you skimp here, you’re not even in the game. Our high purity ArcLight Ultra HD Germanium Lens is the crowning jewel of our technology package. It perfects the task of collecting and funneling infrared energy into the thermal sensor unhindered by distortion. This clean transition results in an infrared energy dump that unleashes the full potential of our WAVE thermal sensor delivering a user experience well beyond expectations.
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We think you’re really going to like our menu; it uses words, English words. Written for Americans by Americans. That’s why we called it KISS. You’ve heard the phrase, and at Fusion Thermal it’s the reason we can make the industry’s boldest statement: Our operating system is so easy to use you’ll likely never read the instructions.
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Our highly intuitive three button control system with center tower makes using your scope simple and easy. Every command is at your fingertips, and the Center Tower evenly splits the control panel, so you’ll never be confused about what button you’re going to press. We thought this a particularly good idea since you’ll be using it in the dark most of the time.
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WAVE Thermal Sensor Same Money, Better Performance
Is it possible for one thermal scope to dramatically outperform everything else in its class? Yes, so don’t make the mistake of shopping by specifications alone or you just might get burned. Our WAVE thermal sensors push the limit of what is technically possible and set the standard for image quality, ruggedness, and long life. So, before you plop down your hard-earned cash make sure you do a side-by-side to any similarly priced competitive alternative. We think you’ll find the difference to be clearly obvious.
XGEN Alloy Housing Plastic is for toys. Metal is for tools.
It’s a fact, thermals produce heat, and heat is the enemy of all thermal devices. If you don’t get the heat out operational performance will degrade, and long-term internal damage is a certainty. Our XGEN (Next Generation Alloy Body) shields your expensive investment in a metal clad of armor, and our high-end AL6082 Conductive Structural Alloy displaces heat at an astounding 71,900% better than plastic. You don’t think of your thermal as some cheap plastic toy. Why should it be built like one?
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MORE THAN ENTRY LEVEL FROM AN AMERICAN LEGEND
The Ruger American Rifle isn’t just an entry-level, affordable firearm — it’s reliable, durable, and best of all, super accurate. The 100-percent American made rifles, in six models (Standard, Predator, Compact, Hunter, Go Wild Camo and Vortex Crossfire II) and a full variety of hunting calibers to suit all types of hunters, offers features seen on much more expensive models, including the Ruger Marksman Adjustable trigger that offers a crisp release with a pull weight that is user adjustable between 3 and 5 pounds; an ergonomic, lightweight synthetic stock and a soft rubber buttpad for maximum recoil reduction. A full diameter bolt body and dual cocking cams are designed for smooth, easy cycling from the shoulder, and the cold hammer-forged barrel results in ultra-precise rifling. “It’s crazy how good the guns shoot,” said Blake Barnett, host of Trailing the Hunter’s Moon. “I’ve hunted and shot a lot with the .308 and the 6.5 Creedmoor. It’s an MOA rifle all day long, right out of the box, and that’s true with every single one I’ve shot.”
Barnett has hunted deer and black bear with the American Rifle, and he’s challenged the gun at the range. “At the FTW Ranch on the SAAM course, I’ve shot it up to 1,000 yards,” he said. “It does perfectly fine, and accuracy wasn’t an issue with either hunting bullets or match grade bullets.” Recently, Barnett shot the Predator model with a shorter barrel. “I was banging targets at 750 yards no problem,” he said. Gun writer, photographer and hunter Ron Spomer reviewed the rifle in 2023 at Ron Spomer Outdoors. “When I saw the new Ruger American, I thought it was a cheap step down for this venerable American rifle maker,” he wrote. “But now I’ve shot the thing – and I’m impressed.” Spomer shot the .30-06 Springfield model at the range. “I fired one 200-yard group that went sub-MOA,” he said. “That’s three bullets into a 1.2-inch circle. And all shooting was done prone off a bipod, not a sand-bagged benchrest.”
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Candice Tyler was hunting in Mozambique with ChapunguKambako Safaris when she shot this Cape buffalo with a .450/400 Westley Richards made in 1909. The rifle was a 40th birthday gift from her father.
Gilbert Sánchez, of San Antonio, caught and released this 46-inch redfish while fishing with Capt. Josh Mettlach in the Upper Laguna Madre.
Savannah Gonzales, 7, caught this 20-inch speckled trout on a live shrimp while fishing with her parents, Shayne and Sunni Gonzales, at Port O’Connor.
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Randy Harrison caught this 37-inch, 21-pound redfish in less than 2 feet of water on a gold spoon near Port Mansfield.
Madison Wilkerson, the owner of Wilkerson’s Gun Shop, in Boerne, harvested her first black bear on a hunting trip in Maine.
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TEXAS SUN, MOON AND TIDES Moon Phases Houston
New
First
Full
Last
Oct 14
Oct 21
Oct 28
Nov 5
Solunar Sun times Moon times Dallas
2023 Oct
A.M. Minor Major
P.M. Minor Major
SUN Rises Sets
MOON Rises Sets
2023 Oct
A.M. P.M. SUN MOON Minor Major Minor Major Rises Sets Rises Sets
13 Fri 14 Sat 15 Sun 16 Mon 17 Tue 18 Wed 19 Thu 20 Fri 21 Sat 22 Sun 23 Mon 24 Tue 25 Wed 26 Thu 27 Fri
4:39 10:49 5:18 11:28 6:00 ----6:48 12:36 7:40 1:28 8:38 2:25 9:40 3:25 10:43 4:28 11:45 5:31 12:21 6:30 1:12 7:26 2:02 8:16 2:49 9:01 3:32 9:45 4:16 10:28
4:59 11:09 5:38 11:49 6:22 12:33 7:11 12:59 8:06 1:53 9:06 2:52 10:09 3:54 11:13 4:58 ----6:00 12:45 6:59 1:39 7:53 2:29 8:42 3:14 9:26 3:57 10:09 4:41 10:53
07:20 06:53 07:20 06:52 07:21 06:51 07:22 06:50 07:22 06:49 07:23 06:48 07:24 06:47 07:24 06:46 07:25 06:45 07:26 06:44 07:27 06:43 07:27 06:42 07:28 06:41 07:29 06:40 07:29 06:39
6:19a 6:28p 7:14a 6:56p 8:11a 7:26p 9:10a 7:59p 10:13a 8:39p 11:17a 9:25p 12:20p 10:18p 1:20p 11:19p 2:14p NoMoon 3:02p 12:26a 3:44p 1:36a 4:21p 2:47a 4:55p 3:55a 5:28p 5:01a 6:00p 6:07a
13 Fri 14 Sat 15 Sun 16 Mon 17 Tue 18 Wed 19 Thu 20 Fri 21 Sat 22 Sun 23 Mon 24 Tue 25 Wed 26 Thu 27 Fri
4:45 10:55 5:23 11:34 6:06 ----6:53 12:42 7:46 1:33 8:44 2:30 9:46 3:31 10:49 4:34 11:51 5:36 12:27 6:36 1:17 7:31 2:08 8:21 2:54 9:07 3:38 9:50 4:22 10:34
5:05 11:15 5:44 11:54 6:28 12:39 7:17 1:05 8:12 1:59 9:11 2:58 10:14 4:00 11:18 5:04 ----6:06 12:51 7:05 1:45 7:59 2:34 8:48 3:19 9:32 4:03 10:15 4:47 10:59
07:28 06:57 07:28 06:56 07:29 06:55 07:30 06:53 07:31 06:52 07:31 06:51 07:32 06:50 07:33 06:49 07:34 06:48 07:35 06:46 07:35 06:45 07:36 06:44 07:37 06:43 07:38 06:42 07:39 06:41
6:25a 6:33p 7:22a 6:59p 8:20a 7:27p 9:22a 7:59p 10:26a 8:37p 11:31a 9:22p 12:35p 10:15p 1:35p 11:16p 2:29p NoMoon 3:16p 12:24a 3:56p 1:36a 4:31p 2:48a 5:03p 3:58a 5:33p 5:07a 6:04p 6:15a
San Antonio
Amarillo
2023 Oct
A.M. Minor Major
P.M. SUN MOON Minor Major Rises Sets Rises Sets
2023 Oct
A.M. Minor Major
P.M. Minor Major
SUN Rises Sets
MOON Rises Sets
13 Fri 14 Sat 15 Sun 16 Mon 17 Tue 18 Wed 19 Thu 20 Fri 21 Sat 22 Sun 23 Mon 24 Tue 25 Wed 26 Thu 27 Fri
4:51 11:01 5:30 11:40 6:13 ----7:00 12:48 7:53 1:40 8:51 2:37 9:52 3:38 10:55 4:41 11:58 5:43 12:33 6:43 1:24 7:38 2:15 8:28 3:01 9:14 3:45 9:57 4:29 10:41
5:11 11:21 5:51 12:01 6:35 12:46 7:24 1:12 8:18 2:06 9:18 3:04 10:21 4:07 11:25 5:10 ----- 6:13 12:57 7:12 1:52 8:06 2:41 8:54 3:26 9:39 4:09 10:21 4:53 11:06
13 Fri 14 Sat 15 Sun 16 Mon 17 Tue 18 Wed 19 Thu 20 Fri 21 Sat 22 Sun 23 Mon 24 Tue 25 Wed 26 Thu 27 Fri
5:05 11:15 5:43 11:54 6:26 ----7:14 1:02 8:06 1:54 9:04 2:50 10:06 3:51 11:09 4:54 ----- 5:57 12:47 6:56 1:38 7:51 2:28 8:41 3:15 9:27 3:58 10:10 4:42 10:54
5:25 11:35 6:04 12:15 6:48 12:59 7:37 1:25 8:32 2:19 9:32 3:18 10:34 4:20 11:39 5:24 12:11 6:26 1:11 7:25 2:05 8:19 2:55 9:08 3:40 9:52 4:23 10:35 5:07 11:19
07:50 07:15 07:51 07:14 07:51 07:13 07:52 07:11 07:53 07:10 07:54 07:09 07:55 07:08 07:56 07:06 07:57 07:05 07:57 07:04 07:58 07:03 07:59 07:01 08:00 07:00 08:01 06:59 08:02 06:58
6:47a 6:52p 7:44a 7:17p 8:45a 7:44p 9:48a 8:14p 10:54a 8:51p 12:00p 9:35p 1:05p 10:27p 2:05p 11:29p 2:58p NoMoon 3:43p 12:38a 4:21p 1:51a 4:54p 3:05a 5:25p 4:17a 5:53p 5:28a 6:22p 6:37a
07:32 07:06 07:33 07:05 07:33 07:04 07:34 07:03 07:34 07:02 07:35 07:01 07:36 07:00 07:36 06:59 07:37 06:58 07:38 06:57 07:38 06:56 07:39 06:55 07:40 06:54 07:41 06:53 07:41 06:52
6:32a 6:41p 7:26a 7:09p 8:23a 7:39p 9:22a 8:13p 10:25a 8:53p 11:28a 9:39p 12:31p 10:33p 1:31p 11:34p 2:26p NoMoon 3:14p 12:41a 3:56p 1:50a 4:33p 3:00a 5:08p 4:08a 5:40p 5:15a 6:14p 6:20a
Legend: Major=2 hours. Minor=1 hour. Times centered on the major-minor window. For other locations, subtract 1 minute per 12 miles east of a location, and add 1 minute per 12 miles west of a location.
Sabine Pass, north Date Oct 13 Oct 14 Oct 15 Oct 16 Oct 17 Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 20 Oct 21 Oct 23 Oct 24 Oct 25 Oct 26 Oct 27 Oct 6
Time 3:36 AM 3:42 AM 3:46 AM 3:46 AM 3:44 AM 12:06 AM 12:44 AM 1:30 AM 3:15 PM 1:19 AM 1:43 AM 2:03 AM 2:22 AM 2:41 AM 12:56 AM
Height 1.74H 1.72H 1.70H 1.70H 1.73H 1.61L 1.75L 1.85L 0.05L 1.94H 1.90H 1.84H 1.80H 1.77H 2.02H
Time 9:35 AM 10:01 AM 10:31 AM 11:04 AM 11:41 AM 3:45 AM 3:50 AM 3:57 AM 12:45 AM 5:35 PM 7:21 AM 7:45 AM 8:19 AM 8:56 AM 4:03 PM
Time 4:05 PM 4:49 PM 5:34 PM 6:22 PM 7:16 PM 12:23 PM 1:12 PM 2:09 PM 4:25 PM
Height 1.79H 1.86H 1.92H 1.96H 1.97H 0.02L -0.01L 0.01L 0.12L
Time 9:46 PM 10:20 PM 10:55 PM 11:31 PM
Height 0.97L 1.13L 1.29L 1.46L
8:22 PM 9:50 PM 11:37 PM
1.96H 1.95H 1.95H
11:50 AM 1:28 PM 2:44 PM 3:50 PM
1.59H 1.72H 1.88H 2.01H
6:41 PM 7:42 PM 8:38 PM 9:30 PM
0.34L 0.52L 0.75L 0.99L
Time 4:27 PM 5:18 PM 6:05 PM 6:59 PM 11:43 AM 1:02 PM
Height 1.81H 1.90H 1.98H 2.04H 0.19L 0.02L
Time 10:19 PM 11:05 PM 11:47 PM
Height 1.16L 1.33L 1.51L
8:10 PM
2.10H
Galveston Bay entrance, north jetty Date Oct 13 Oct 14 Oct 15 Oct 16 Oct 17 Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 20 Oct 21 Oct 22 Oct 23 Oct 24 Oct 25 Oct 26 Oct 27
Time 3:57 AM 3:55 AM 3:54 AM 3:59 AM 12:30 AM 12:19 PM 10:36 PM 1:55 PM 2:59 PM 1:01 AM 1:38 AM 2:04 AM 2:26 AM 2:44 AM 3:00 AM
Height 1.73H 1.71H 1.73H 1.75H 1.69L 0.08L 2.21H 0.02L 0.07L 2.23H 2.17H 2.06H 1.94H 1.83H 1.75H
Time 9:56 AM 10:19 AM 10:44 AM 11:12 AM 4:02 AM 9:27 PM
Height 0.95L 0.74L 0.53L 0.34L 1.79H 2.16H
11:53 PM
2.24H
4:08 PM 5:28 PM 8:12 AM 8:14 AM 8:33 AM 9:03 AM
0.17L 0.31L 1.59L 1.33L 0.99L 0.64L
Height 1.73H 1.67H 1.63H 1.56L 0.38L 0.27L 0.20L 0.17L 0.19L 2.43H 2.36H 2.22H 2.04H 1.86H 1.71H
Time 9:23 AM 9:34 AM 9:53 AM 3:08 AM 7:29 PM 9:01 PM 10:24 PM 11:32 PM
Height 1.08L 0.89L 0.69L 1.62H 2.29H 2.34H 2.40H 2.44H
3:40 PM 4:53 PM 8:41 AM 8:23 AM 8:24 AM 8:38 AM
0.25L 0.38L 1.54L 1.34L 1.05L 0.71L
Height 0.98H 0.96L 0.55L 0.45L 1.25H 1.31H 1.36H 1.39H 1.40H 1.38H 1.31H 1.20H 1.06H 0.94H 0.91H
Time 12:14 PM 3:42 AM 10:54 PM
Height 0.78L 1.01H 1.18H
1:38 PM 2:21 PM 3:17 PM 4:28 PM 5:47 PM 6:57 PM 7:58 PM 8:55 PM 9:52 PM 10:30 AM 11:02 AM
0.39L 0.35L 0.33L 0.32L 0.32L 0.34L 0.40L 0.50L 0.65L 0.82L 0.62L
Height 0.48L 0.58L 0.67L 0.77H 0.83H 0.88H 0.89H 0.89H 0.87H 0.85H 0.82H 0.09L 0.17L 0.29L 0.44L
Time 8:21 AM 5:51 AM 5:18 AM 2:50 PM 3:37 PM 5:00 PM 6:57 PM 8:38 PM 10:02 PM 11:10 PM
Height 0.56H 0.61H 0.69H 0.21L 0.17L 0.15L 0.14L 0.12L 0.09L 0.07L
2:49 PM 4:24 PM 8:30 AM 6:02 AM
0.77H 0.70H 0.51H 0.50H
11:03 AM 1:20 PM 2:51 PM 4:08 PM
1.69H 1.78H 1.95H 2.13H
6:50 PM 7:57 PM 9:01 PM 10:15 PM
0.48L 0.69L 0.95L 1.22L
Time 3:48 PM 4:46 PM 5:37 PM 10:20 AM
Height 1.92H 2.04H 2.15H 0.52L
Time 9:55 PM 10:59 PM
Height 1.24L 1.41L
Time 3:17 AM 3:13 AM 3:13 AM 12:16 AM 10:53 AM 11:33 AM 12:21 PM 1:21 PM 2:30 PM 12:27 AM 1:06 AM 1:33 AM 1:51 AM 2:04 AM 2:15 AM
6:27 PM
2.23H
10:45 AM 12:50 PM 2:21 PM 3:45 PM
1.59H 1.71H 1.91H 2.12H
6:23 PM 7:45 PM 8:58 PM 10:24 PM
0.57L 0.78L 1.03L 1.28L
Time 7:54 PM 12:22 PM
Height 1.00H 0.66L
Time
Height
9:44 PM
1.09H
Port O’Connor Date Oct 13 Oct 14 Oct 15 Oct 16 Oct 17 Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 20 Oct 21 Oct 22 Oct 23 Oct 24 Oct 25 Oct 26 Oct 27
Time 5:07 AM 12:01 AM 12:39 PM 1:05 PM 12:08 AM 2:44 AM 3:44 AM 4:37 AM 5:28 AM 6:15 AM 6:54 AM 7:00 AM 6:24 AM 5:28 AM 3:29 AM
Time 2:39 AM 2:31 AM 1:35 AM 4:34 AM 4:39 AM 5:01 AM 5:45 AM 6:57 AM 8:28 AM 10:09 AM 1:06 PM 12:05 AM 12:51 AM 1:34 AM 2:17 AM
Time 1:20 AM 2:01 AM 2:44 AM 3:27 AM 3:37 PM 12:23 AM 4:57 AM 5:43 AM 6:30 AM 7:22 AM 7:56 AM 7:10 AM 6:26 AM 12:13 AM 1:17 AM
San Luis Pass Date Oct 13 Oct 14 Oct 15 Oct 16 Oct 17 Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 20 Oct 21 Oct 22 Oct 23 Oct 24 Oct 25 Oct 26 Oct 27
Time 3:54 AM 3:45 AM 3:40 AM 12:27 AM 11:37 AM 12:21 PM 1:11 PM 12:30 AM 1:29 AM 2:09 AM 2:33 AM 2:42 AM 2:44 AM 2:43 AM 2:43 AM
Height 0.96L 1.13L 1.31L 1.47L 0.27L 1.76H 1.79H 1.85H 1.87H 1.85H 1.79H 1.66H 1.56H 0.66L 0.91L
Time 7:13 AM 6:52 AM 6:42 AM 6:31 AM
Height 1.49H 1.47H 1.49H 1.52H
Time 2:12 PM 2:22 PM 2:40 PM 3:05 PM
Height 0.88L 0.67L 0.48L 0.35L
Time 8:23 PM 9:23 PM 10:12 PM 11:04 PM
Height 1.47H 1.58H 1.68H 1.74H
4:20 PM 5:27 PM 6:45 PM 7:51 PM 8:58 PM 10:10 PM 11:15 PM 1:08 PM 6:15 AM 6:16 AM
0.24L 0.25L 0.24L 0.24L 0.26L 0.33L 0.46L 1.20L 1.48H 1.44H
4:45 PM 1:18 PM 1:36 PM
1.38H 0.91L 0.61L
6:15 PM 7:52 PM
1.44H 1.54H
Height 1.46H 1.44H 1.45H 1.42L 0.39L 0.31L 0.28L 1.91H 1.94H 1.92H 1.84H 1.72H 1.60H 1.50H 1.44H
Time 9:49 AM 10:05 AM 10:30 AM 3:34 AM 8:47 PM 10:54 PM
Height 0.98L 0.82L 0.65L 1.47H 1.80H 1.85H
Time 4:20 PM 5:19 PM 6:16 PM 11:01 AM
Height 1.57H 1.64H 1.70H 0.51L
Time 10:21 PM 11:11 PM
Height 1.13L 1.28L
7:20 PM
1.75H
2:10 PM 3:17 PM 4:31 PM 5:51 PM 8:56 AM 8:39 AM 8:49 AM 9:12 AM
0.28L 0.31L 0.38L 0.47L 1.41L 1.22L 0.96L 0.68L
10:59 AM 1:15 PM 3:01 PM 4:27 PM
1.44H 1.48H 1.59H 1.71H
7:09 PM 8:20 PM 9:27 PM 10:37 PM
0.60L 0.77L 0.97L 1.18L
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Flatfish starting to move Continued from page 1
Bay can be very good as the water begins to fall and pushes flounder out into the bay, according to guide Jim West. “I’ve spent a lot of time fishing soft plastics at the bends in the channels,” West said. “The flats tend to hold a lot of flounder in the bayous. But the deeper pockets will hold them, as well. I like a swimbait rigged on a 1/4-ounce jig head. I can swim it along the bottom and cover a lot of water. The trick is to reel it in just off the bottom.” If the water is a little off-color, retired guide Skip James used an old trick. He would pinch the tail off a piece of fresh table shrimp, peel it and attach it to the hook on a jig head. A dime-sized piece of shrimp was his favorite. The idea was to leave a scent trail wherever flounder would set up. The backwater bayous just west of Galveston Bay’s San Luis Pass attract a lot of fall
flounder and fishermen. That’s where Andy Simms has been fishing for years. “The bends in the bayous will hold flounder,” Simms said. “I like to use little finger mullet or mud minnows that are about 3 inches long. I’ll rig them up with a 1/8- or 1/4-ounce slip weight and just bump the baits along bottom real slow.” The shoreline flats at Seawolf Park on East Galveston Bay, near the ferry landing, is another popular flounder spot, especially for waders getting in on the fall run. One of the most popular baits here is a live finger mullet worked along bottom in 3-5 feet of water. Artificial lure anglers prefer a swimbait in bone or chartreuse, reeled in on a slow retrieve along bottom. Flounder season closes from Nov. 1-Dec. 14. Before Nov. 1 and after Dec. 14, the bag limit is five fish with a 15-inch minimum.
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East Matagorda Bay anglers have been reporting good concentrations of upper slot redfish along Brown Cedar Flats and stretches of the north shoreline. There have also been plenty of redfish being caught under groups of working birds in the middle of the bay on live shrimp and soft plastics. Port Aransas area fly-fishing guide Ken Jones said redfish are beginning to get into their fall patterns along the flats, both along main bay shorelines, as well as in the back lakes. “The fish are starting to pod up in groups of 10 to 25 fish,” Jones said. “Recent rains and an increase in tide levels have really helped the bite improve tremendously. I’ve been seeing a lot of lower slot fish, as well as some upper end slots and oversized redfish.” Jones said the fish are getting shallower with each passing day, and some are in water as shallow as ankle deep. He’s been poling his anglers along the shallows until he finds a good concentration of reds, and then having them jumping out of the boat to stalk the fish in the water on foot. Crab, shrimp, and mullet flies under 2 inches in size have been the ticket. At Getaway Lodge at Port Mansfield, Capt. J.R. Steve Ellis said redfish have been in pods, tailing along the banks inside the Land Cut. “Tides have been up lately, so the flats along the banks are flooded, and that’s where the reds are feeding,” Ellis said. “There’s some really big fish mixed in with keeper-sized fish, providing anglers with plenty of sight-casting opportunities.” Soft plastics, spoons and white top-water plugs have been producing the most strikes.
Finding slabs Continued from page 8
minnows have been working. “The white crappie have been in the 1.5- to 2.25-pound range, while most of the black crappie are in the 10- to 13-inch range,” Fleenor said. “The fish are stacked up thick and are pretty easy to catch once you find them.”
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Fast venison stroganoff 1 1/2 lb. venison steaks or roast, cut into 2-inchlong, 1/4-inch- thick strips 1 cup flour, seasoned with salt and pepper 6 tbsps. vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups yellow onion, thinly sliced 8 ozs. mushrooms, sliced 1 tbsp. tomato paste 1 tbsp. brown or Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. brown sugar 1 1/2 cups beef stock 1 tbsp. vermouth) 6 tbsps. sour cream 3 tbsps. fresh parsley, chopped
Catfish and spinach bake
Start heating 2 tbsps. oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, dredge half the venison strips in flour. Shake off excess. Sauté strips for 2-3 minutes, turning halfway. Remove meat from pan. Wipe pan clean. Add 2 tbsps. oil. Repeat with second batch of strips. Remove meat. Add remaining 2 tbsps. oil. Reduce heat to medium. Sauté onion 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and sauté another 3 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, mustard, and brown sugar. Cook 1 minute. Add stock and vermouth, scraping up the browned bits on the pan bottom. Bring to a boil. Return meat to pan, reduce heat to low, and let simmer 3 minutes. Stir in sour cream. Sprinkle on parsley. Serve over egg noodles or mashed potatoes. —Montana FWP
1 package (10 ozs.) frozen spinach, thawed 1⁄4 tsp. each salt and pepper 1 pound catfish fillets 1 tsp. Creole or Cajun seasoning blend 1 large tomato, diced 4 green onions, sliced
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Squeeze thawed spinach to remove most of the liquid. Spread in the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Arrange fish filets over spinach. Sprinkle with seasoning blend. Top fish with tomatoes and green onions or salsa. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 20 minutes more or until fish flakes easily. —Mississippi State University Extension
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Playa grasslands conservation Texas Agricultural Land Trust is joining forces with the Playa Lakes Joint Venture, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and four land trusts in Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Kansas to conserve more than 250,000 acres of vital grassland, benefiting wildlife and communities across the region. The Southern High Plains Grassland Protection, Restoration and Enhancement Project is backed by a significant four-year, $4 million America the Beautiful grant awarded to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to support the Playa Lakes Joint Venture. The grant program is administered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and is an outgrowth of PLJV’s granting work with ConocoPhillips. The PLJV partnership includes Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust, Nebraska Land Trust, New Mexico Land Conservancy, Ranchland Trust of Kansas and TALT. The project aims to accelerate grassland protection by supporting transactional, acquisition and stewardship costs of new conservation easements; invest in regional outreach to landowners to encourage enrollment in permanent conservation easements; and restore and manage grassland to maintain high-quality blocks of grass to benefit wildlife. —TALT
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Calling Championships Hall of Fame class The National Wild Turkey Federation will
induct three new members to its Grand National Calling Championships Hall of Fame in February at the 48th annual NWTF Convention and Sport Show in Nashville. Voted on by former GNCC champions and their peers, three individuals have been selected for induction in 2024: Billy Yargus, Eddie Salter and Chris Kirby. Yargus, of Missouri, is a call maker with Woodhaven Custom Calls. He started calling competitively in 1996 and has won three Grand National Senior Division titles, in 2008, 2015 and 2016. He also won the 2016 World Championship Turkey Calling Contest. Salter, of Alabama, is one of the industry’s best-known callers and hunters. He’s a twotime World champion, winning in 1985 and 1989. Kirby, of New York, is president and owner of Quaker Boy. He is one of the few competitive turkey callers to win the Grand Nationals Senior Division (1998), World Championship Turkey Calling Contest (1995) and the U.S. Open (won four times). —NWTF
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Montana artist wins Duck Stamp contest Chuck Black, of Belgrade, Montana, won the 2023 Federal Duck Stamp Art Contest with an oil painting of a northern pintail. The announcement was made at the Olmstead Center at Drake University in Des Moines. Black’s oil painting will be made into the 2024-2025 Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp, which will go on sale in late June 2024. —USFWS
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Legislation takes aim at guns California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law imposing an excise tax on guns and ammunition sold in California. Effective next July, the state will add an 11 percent tax on retail sales of “guns, gun parts and ammunition.” The money is earmarked for “gun violence prevention, enhanced school safety programs and victims of gun violence.” State lawenforcement agencies and current or former officers are exempted. The state already charges a $37.19 fee for each firearm sale. Newsom also signed two other measures. One revises the state’s concealed-carry laws and details dozens of places where concealed carry will not be permitted, including schools and medical facilities. The third will require that semiautomatic guns sold in the state be equipped with micro stamping technology on cartridges beginning in 2028. —Staff report
FLORIDA
Teen hunter dies after lightning strike A student and cheerleader at Palatka High School in Putnam County, Florida, died following a tragic accident in the woods. Baylee Holbrook, 16, was bowhunting with her father, Matthew, when lightning struck a nearby tree. The tree fell on the pair of hunters and both lost consciousness, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office. When the father awoke, he saw his daughter was still unconscious, called 911 and began CPR. Deputies arrived and took over life-saving measures until the teen could be transported. The teen was taken to HCA Florida Putnam Hospital where she was stabilized enough to take to a trauma center. Baylee was then transported to UF Health, in Gainesville, but passed away from her injuries. —Staff report
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TEXAS SALTWATER FISHING REPORT SABINE LAKE: 86 degrees. Speckled trout and redfish are good drifting chartreuse plastics and shrimp under a popping cork. BOLIVAR: 85 degrees. Black drum and redfish are good in the surf on cut bait and live bait. Speckled trout are fair to good on the Gulf side of the jetty on cut bait and live bait. TRINITY BAY: 85 degrees. Redfish and black drum are fair to good on live shrimp and soft plastics. EAST GALVESTON BAY: 85 degrees. Speckled trout are fair on shrimp-imitation lures and chartreuse plastics under popping corks. Redfish are fair on shimp under a popping cork. WEST GALVESTON BAY: 85 degrees. Speckled trout are fair on shrimp under a popping cork. Redfish are fair to good on croaker and shrimp under a popping cork.
TEXAS CITY: 83 degrees. Bull redfish are fair on live bait and cut bait. Speckled trout and black drum are fair on shrimp under a popping cork. FREEPORT: 85 degrees. Redfish and black drum are good on shrimp or scented plastics under a popping cork. Speckled trout and redfish are fair in the surf on croaker and mullet. EAST MATAGORDA BAY: 85 degrees. Redfish are good on scented plastics and shrimp under a popping cork and on cut mullet. Speckled trout are slow.
WEST MATAGORDA BAY: 85 degrees. Speckled trout are fair to good at night in the Colorado River on shrimp, croaker and scented plastics. Redfish are good on shrimp or scented plastics under a popping cork.
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PORT O’CONNOR: 85 degrees. Redfish are good at the jetties on Spanish sardines and live shrimp. Speckled trout are fair on free-lined croaker. ROCKPORT: 86 degrees. Speckled trout are good on live bait, top-waters and soft plastics. Redfish are good on scented plastics and cut bait. Black drum are good on dead shrimp and fish bites. PORT ARANSAS: 84 degrees. Redfish are good on live finger mullet and live shrimp. Speckled trout are fair on live croaker. CORPUS CHRISTI: 84 degrees. Redfish are good in the potholes of the flats on live or cut mullet. Speckled trout are slow. BAFFIN BAY: 86-90 degrees. Speckled trout and redfish are good on top-waters near slicks, soft plastics and croaker. PORT MANSFIELD: 85 degrees. Redfish are good on the flats on top-waters. Speckled trout are fair on top-waters and soft plastics. SOUTH PADRE: 87 degrees. Redfish, speckled trout and a few black drum are fair on free-lined shrimp and drifting with shrimp under a popping cork
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