OPINION: Arkansas Game & Fish collars dog GPS proposal
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.
Stories by Bryan Hendricks
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Turkeys vanish during opener
Turkey hunting success this week seems to depend on the local disposition of turkeys.
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Straight-wall cartridge debate was confounding
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…
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Bag your bird
Spring turkey season opens Monday, and reports of abundant turkeys have Arkansas hunters optimistic for success.
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Crankbaits rule during spring
In simplest form, using a crankbait is the easiest lure to use for bass fishing.
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AGFC alters its duck proposals
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…
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Blurred lines obliterate primitive weapons arguments
Using straight wall rifle cartridges in single-shot rifles during muzzleloading deer season is appropriate for this time.
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Outdoors briefs
AGFC chief, biologist receive honors
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Paddle season is here: Try a canoe, kayak or paddleboard on the state’s waters
Water season is in session, and now is the time to start exploring Arkansas' lakes, rivers and streams in a paddlecraft.
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Reloading for long-range accuracy
The shooting world is aiming for long-range accuracy, and the reloading industry is ringing steel by offering specialty products.
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Suspension creates fishing drama
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.
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Updated water plan important for fish, wildlife
The first scoping meeting to update Arkansas's water management plan was held Tuesday at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock.
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Hamner posts first Classic win
Justin Hamner, who won the Bassmaster Classic Sunday at Tulsa, invites comparison to the late Bryan Kerchal, winner of the 1994 Classic.
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Mastering the ‘slam’: South Carolina turkey hunter works hard at his craft
Turkey season has begun in some states, and John Sloan of Charleston, S.C., is probably chasing them somewhere with his bow.
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Tournament anglers must change with the times
The dominant element in tournament bass fishing is forward-facing sonar, and it will last until something better replaces it.
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That’s the ‘breaks!’: Mishaps don’t detract from fantastic fishing
ROE -- Few sounds distress an angler like the snap of a breaking fishing rod.
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Colombia bust: South American fishing shy of hopes
Watching a scarlet sunset over Cuba is one of the coolest things I have seen.
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MLF exemplifies sport of fishing
Major League Fishing is the most exciting thing that has happened in decades to tournament fishing.
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Connell dominates, wins Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship by more than 30 pounds
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…
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Connell closing in on second Redcrest title after big round
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…
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‘Speaking the Language’ will break a lot of ice
Speak the language.
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Redcrest is KVD’s last ride
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship is Kevin VanDam's last championship.
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Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship results
Saturday's knockout round results
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Southern anglers dominate; Arkansan barely misses cut
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Anglers from Alabama and Tennessee dominated the second round of the Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship on Friday at Lay Lake.
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Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship results
Friday's results
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Thursday’s Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship results
Thursday's results
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Tennessee angler jumps out to lead in bass championship
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…
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Rules, tech define bass tourney evolution
Rules and technology have influenced tournament bass fishing more than tackle or skill level.
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Redcrest includes trio of Arkansans
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Three Arkansans are among 50 anglers competing for the Redcrest Bass Fishing Championship today through Sunday at Lay Lake.
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Hunter gives commission earful about WMA
Imagine a neighbor that hunts on your land coming to your house and chewing you out for mowing your grass.
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GAMO airgun accurate, powerful
Pneumatic models dominate the airgun universe, but traditional piston models are more powerful and more dependable than ever.
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Benton angler regains prominence
Jeremiah Kindy of Benton returned to prominence on Feb. 17 by winning the Bassmaster Central Open bass tournament on Lake Ouachita.
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AGFC seeks opinions about 2 important topics
Though not been proposed for the 2024-25 hunting seasons, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is seeking public input on two important topics.
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Hits, misses in AGFC proposals
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission addressed some meaty topics during its current regulations cycle, including some that have been a long time coming.
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Time is now to restore duck habitat
A depressed cycle in duck population is the best time for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to renovate its deteriorated green tree reservoirs.
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Commission hears hunting regulations proposals
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…
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Hunters hear renovation plans for NEA WMA
About 200 people attended meetings Saturday with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission at Pocahontas and Jonesboro to discuss renovations at Dave Donaldson Bla…
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One walleye: Smallmouth bass save day on Ouachita River
MOUNT IDA -- The year's first fishing trip was an early spring celebration.
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Basic tackle will catch fish
High-technology has taken over the fishing industry, but you don't need high tech to catch fish.
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Words aplenty for outdoors writer
Today is my 19th anniversary as outdoors editor for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.
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Your shotgun of choice likely depends on age
Shotgun brand loyalty among hunters varies by region, but also by generation.
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Aruba adventure
Dr. Drew Rodgers and his daughter Amelia wanted a memorable fishing trip for Christmas, and Santa delivered it in the cobalt waters of Aruba.
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Gobblers in sight
To pattern a turkey gun, the sight is as important as the load and the choke.
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Books provide window into past
Our quiver overflows with gratitude for Mike Stephens of Blevins, who delighted us at Christmas with a box of classic hunting literature.
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AGFC to discuss WMA management
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will hold two public meetings Saturday in northeast Arkansas to address future renovations to Dave Donaldson Black River …
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AGFC presents fishing regulations proposals
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…
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New program creates entry to private waters
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.
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Second chance trophy
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.
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Prepare for turkey season now
Turkey season opens in just 75 days, and now is a good time to start preparing.
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Documentary explores Little Red
Benjamin Garner, professor of marketing at the University of Central Arkansas, recently completed an excellent documentary about trout fishing on the Little Re…
