West Virginia

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I could not believe my change in fortune. West Virginia’s spring gobbler season had been a huge disappointment so far,…»

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Spring may be the time when the best action for West Virginia’s trophy fish takes place, and fall may be…»

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For many anglers, the muskellunge represents the biggest fish they are likely to catch in a lifetime. This is true…»

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With the arrival of spring, fishing really begins to heat up in West Virginia. Here’s a look at some of the state’s outstanding angling options.

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The three gobblers were somewhere on the Monroe County mountain. I had heard them sounding off a few days before…»

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In a dream world, one could spend the year fishing across West Virginia. Actually, so many quality bodies of water exist, that those dreams can come true. Here are three dozen choices for you to consider.

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Using leftover scraps of pine from a log cabin build, West Virginia native Terry Phillips carved an incredible trophy buck…»

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It was the Christmas holidays this past December, snow had finally stopped falling, and my thoughts naturally turned to —…»

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The sport of deer hunting includes a variety of aspects, such as the prospect of putting a supply of healthy…»

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Mountain State deer hunters will have ample opportunity to harvest a deer, or multiple deer, as 2011-12 hunting seasons get…»

This 170 3/8 P&Y buck taken by Curtis Blankenship back in 2003 is tied for No. 5 on the all-time West Virginia list of typical bow-kills. It was arrowed in Wyoming County. Photo by Jeff Knapp.

For many hunters, world-class whitetail bucks serve as the definition of a big game trophy. Cable network hunting shows, magazines…»

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The approach of spring means it’s time for some trout fishing action. And these options can provide a lot of variety of angling this month!

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Not all of the state’s public land is created equal when it comes to finding a gobbler. Here’s a look at some of the better tracts for turkeys.

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Deer, bear and grouse draw a lot of hunting interest in the winter. But they are not the only game in town. Here’s what else is available.

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Spring bass can be hard to find and even harder to fool, but some basic lures (and a knowledge of bass habitat and habits) can make the difference for you this season.

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You can learn a lot from the antlers you find each spring. Besides, the hunting is fun!

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From the Ohio River to the Virginia border, the Mountain State holds a wealth of fishing options. Here’s a look at three dozen of the best.

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It’s making little adjustments that distinguishes successful, veteran turkey hunters. These five pointers will help less experienced hunters bag more birds.

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Who needs live bait when the big ‘gills are so eager to strike these lures?

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Most hunters stay far away from the thickest cover, but that is where the biggest bucks spend most of their time. Our expert offers his tips gleaned from nearly 50 years of sneakin’ and peekin’ success.

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March isn’t known as a prime time for targeting channel catfish, but it should be! Now is when the big ones are biting!

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Blade baits have been the downfall of hungry walleyes for decades. If you haven’t tried these lures lately, here’s what you’ve been missing!

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Deep thinking has led to the creation of several rigs to tempt bass that are on the bottom.

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Let’s rummage through Jim Casada’s turkey-hunting vest. After more than 40 years of chasing gobblers, he’s pretty much got packing down to a science.

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Flashy metal lures can provide great action for trout, but it’s important to understand the differences in spoons and how to present them.