ARKANSAS SPORTSMAN: Bear management in Arkansas a success story
In Thursday’s column, we erroneously wrote that the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission had approved a regulation that would allow hunters to take only one malla…
In Thursday’s column, we erroneously wrote that the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission had approved a regulation that would allow hunters to take only one malla…
The Arkansas Game and Fish approved a regulation Thursday that will allow hunters to kill only one mallard per day during the 2024-25 duck season.
Turkey hunting success this week seems to depend on the local disposition of turkeys.
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission held a chaotic debate Wednesday over its proposal to allow hunters to use straight-wall cartridges during muzzleloader de…
Spring turkey season opens Monday, and reports of abundant turkeys have Arkansas hunters optimistic for success.
In simplest form, using a crankbait is the easiest lure to use for bass fishing.
To the apparent surprise of its wildlife management staff and administration, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission voted to present a different-than-agreed-up…
Using straight wall rifle cartridges in single-shot rifles during muzzleloading deer season is appropriate for this time.
AGFC chief, biologist receive honors
Water season is in session, and now is the time to start exploring Arkansas' lakes, rivers and streams in a paddlecraft.
The shooting world is aiming for long-range accuracy, and the reloading industry is ringing steel by offering specialty products.
Major League Fishing ignited the fishing world Friday when it announced that it suspended James Watson from competing in any MLF events for two years.
The first scoping meeting to update Arkansas's water management plan was held Tuesday at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock.
Justin Hamner, who won the Bassmaster Classic Sunday at Tulsa, invites comparison to the late Bryan Kerchal, winner of the 1994 Classic.
Turkey season has begun in some states, and John Sloan of Charleston, S.C., is probably chasing them somewhere with his bow.
The dominant element in tournament bass fishing is forward-facing sonar, and it will last until something better replaces it.
ROE -- Few sounds distress an angler like the snap of a breaking fishing rod.
Watching a scarlet sunset over Cuba is one of the coolest things I have seen.
Major League Fishing is the most exciting thing that has happened in decades to tournament fishing.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Dustin Connell of Clanton, Ala., caught his first bass on Lay Lake as a child, laying the foundation to catch 28 on Sunday to win his secon…
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Dustin Connell of Clanton, Ala., won the knockout round Saturday at Lay Lake in pursuit of his second Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship ti…
Speak the language.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship is Kevin VanDam's last championship.
Saturday's knockout round results
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Anglers from Alabama and Tennessee dominated the second round of the Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship on Friday at Lay Lake.
Friday's results
Thursday's results
BIRMNGHAM, Ala. -- Michael Neal of Dayton, Tenn., unlocked a mysterious fishing puzzle to seize an impressive lead after the first round of the Redcrest Bass F…
Rules and technology have influenced tournament bass fishing more than tackle or skill level.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Three Arkansans are among 50 anglers competing for the Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship today through Sunday at Lay Lake.
Imagine a neighbor that hunts on your land coming to your house and chewing you out for mowing your grass.
Pneumatic models dominate the airgun universe, but traditional piston models are more powerful and more dependable than ever.
Jeremiah Kindy of Benton returned to prominence on Feb. 17 by winning the Bassmaster Central Open bass tournament on Lake Ouachita.
Though not been proposed for the 2024-25 hunting seasons, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is seeking public input on two important topics.
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission addressed some meaty topics during its current regulations cycle, including some that have been a long time coming.
A depressed cycle in duck population is the best time for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to renovate its deteriorated green tree reservoirs.
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission heard two proposals for the 2024-25 duck season along with a slate of new hunting and fishing regulations proposals durin…
About 200 people attended meetings Saturday with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission at Pocahontas and Jonesboro to discuss renovations at Dave Donaldson Bla…
MOUNT IDA -- The year's first fishing trip was an early spring celebration.
High-technology has taken over the fishing industry, but you don't need high tech to catch fish.
Today is my 19th anniversary as outdoors editor for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.
Shotgun brand loyalty among hunters varies by region, but also by generation.
Dr. Drew Rodgers and his daughter Amelia wanted a memorable fishing trip for Christmas, and Santa delivered it in the cobalt waters of Aruba.
To pattern a turkey gun, the sight is as important as the load and the choke.
Our quiver overflows with gratitude for Mike Stephens of Blevins, who delighted us at Christmas with a box of classic hunting literature.
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will hold two public meetings Saturday in northeast Arkansas to address future renovations to Dave Donaldson Black River …
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is considering a slate of new fishing regulations for 2025. Most are of a local nature, but a few have statewide implicat…
Arkansas has more than 600,000 acres of lakes and ponds, but many large reservoirs and oxbow lakes are privately owned and have no public access.
Trophy bucks don't often give hunters second chances, but the most remarkable buck taken in 2023 offered Clay Tanner of Corning a rare exception.
Turkey season opens in just 75 days, and now is a good time to start preparing.