Mike Jackson
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Time to reflect on a contemplative endeavorFeb 05, 2014 10:04 am - With the snow up to my ears, it was too tempting to recall a day from not-so-distant past. A much warmer, fish-friendly day. I couldn’t scare up a partner, so I spent my...
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Southern buck is nothing to sneeze atJan 29, 2014 7:31 pm - Not much surprises me when I hear tales from the deep south — especially in Mississippi, where hunting seems to be more of an everyday religion than a pastime. Ron Manni...
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For tackling shore fishing, light is rightJan 29, 2014 10:04 am - My physician and chiropractor suggested I make some dramatic changes to the way I schlep tackle with me. Even in my spacious 17-foot boat, I had allocated quite a few av...
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Double the fun as show season reaches its peakJan 22, 2014 10:04 am - With two simultaneous outdoor sports shows vying for attendees and loose change this weekend, the show-going public may have a tendency to scratch its collective head an...
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Take a break, and head for the ShowJan 15, 2014 10:04 am - It’s the same story every year in the deepest, darkest January as we spend our waking hours dreaming of those smallmouth bass — the ones that attacked our surface lures,...
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Solution to invasive species a long time comingJan 08, 2014 10:04 am - I really like the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — as entertainment, anyway. In my view, this federal agency is a treat to observe on a daily basis, especially with r...
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The pulse of the Keys becoming more faintJan 01, 2014 10:04 am - LOWER MATACUMBE KEY, Fla. — No rod and reel in my hand, just a cup of shrimp bisque and some oyster crackers. You remember those tiny little crunchers from your childhoo...
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Battling barracuda in Keys an angler’s delightDec 25, 2013 10:04 am - TAVERNIER, Fla. — It was the only time to sneak away for a few days of sun and scrumptious Florida stone crabs. It was a perfect time to recharge our batteries after mon...
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In defense of the mighty bluegillDec 11, 2013 10:04 am - Late last summer, I got in a good two hours on one of my favorite ponds. I was alone on this particular morning before the Rains of Ranchipur dampened my spirits and ki...
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Enough with the delays — here are my favorite spotsDec 04, 2013 10:04 am - One morning long ago, I awoke earlier than usual and turned on my laptop computer. I had specific thoughts I wanted to note in a special file. The gist of those thoughts...