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Editorial-Opinion December 2024

That’s a monster buck killed at Piedmont Refuge a few weeks ago. If you didn’t see it, look back at the picture on page 48. It’s not the first time this historic piece of Georgia hunting dirt has thrown out a big buck, and I’m betting it won’t be the last. Like so often when…

New Union County Gun Range A Gem

The Union County Gun Range opened to the public on June 27, 2024. This high-quality range is a testament to the ability of citizens and elected officials—with the will—to accomplish an amazing goal despite many obstacles. Located about 15 minutes from Blairsville, this new gun range sits in a natural bowl on federal land that’s…

Uncomfortable Holiday Gut Check

Alright. This isn’t going to be a super-formal article, but instead, I genuinely hope to open your eyes and hearts and allow you to learn from my mistakes. I have been pacing back and forth in the kitchen for about three hours now, and I’ve finally found the fortitude to sit down and become somewhat…

Borrowed Rifle Leads To Late Season Christmas Present Buck

We all know late season can be feast or famine for Georgia deer hunters. After several hard weeks of vigorous rutting activity in November, mature bucks that have managed to avoid hunters have a way of getting extremely scarce. As soon as the peak of rut has waned and no more receptive does can be…

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Wild In The Kitchen: Ground Venison Stuffed Mushrooms

  Ground Venison Stuffed Mushrooms Most Georgia deer hunters have an ample supply of ground venison on hand. This is tasty way to utilize just a small portion of that ground venison, and it makes a great appetizer or snack. 16 large portabella mushrooms 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons red bell pepper 2 garlic cloves…

Come November: Journey Proud

  Of all people, Mama was the one to notice the odd detail that showed up so plainly in the trail-camera photo. After the incident on Saturday with the two trespassers, who we knew had to be Clarence and Dace Maxwell, Mark and Luke had gone back the next day and set up two card…

Lake Blackshear Dependable December Bass Bite

Except for the die-hards, bass fishing might not be on the top of the outdoors to-do list in December. But Lake Blackshear might change that focus back to the water. Due to low water levels, shad migrations and cooler water temperatures, Lake Blackshear bass are stacking up on predictable structure and cover. You can catch…

Lake Lanier Fishing Reports – December 2024

Lanier: Level: 3.6 feet below 1071. Temp: 60-65 degrees. Clarity: The main lake is clear with some light stain in the backs of the creeks. There is still some remnants of the turnover, but only in isolated areas. Bass: Guide Jimbo Mathley, with Jimbo’s Lake Lanier Spotted Bass Guide Service, reports, “While the outside elements…

Lake Jackson Fishing Report – December 2024

Jackson: Level: 0.2 feet below 528. Temp: High 50s. Clarity: Clear. Bass: Tournament angler Willie McMullen said rising water will spread out fish, but they will be around bait. Use your electronics to find bait, and fish the area with underspins and jerkbaits. Deeper rock banks and docks are good places to start. Brown/green-pumpkin jigs…

Lake Russell Fishing Report – December 2024

Russell: Level: 0.8 feet below 475. Temp: 64 degrees. Clarity: Clear. Bass: Guide Trad Whaley reports, “The shallow bite is tough, but the spots are starting to set up in their winter patterns. The key, as always, is finding the bait. The birds are just starting to show up. We have been catching a mixture…

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