G&F Bragging Board: Midnight Muskie, 'Cyclone' Deer, Trout Kids

April 10, 2017 By Game & Fish Online Staff

G&F bragging board: Our popular Camera Corner features reader photos from successful trips in the field or on the water.

Here is the latest batch of shared photos (information supplied by readers). Game & Fish online publishes reader photos three times a week.

Riley's Trout

Game & Fish Camera Corner reader submission.

My son riley caught this rainbow trout on a vibrax spinner. No one caught anything except Riley. Great fish for a 10 yr old.

26€³ 7lbs 3oz.

Taken At: Beckley, W.V.

Taken On: 02/11/2017

With: Riley Marty

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Grayden's Catch

Grayden's catch was on Mentor Day fishing with his Dad and Pap. He is five years old and hooked his trout and reeled him in all by himself.

Taken At: York County, Pa.

Taken On: 03/25/2017

With: Grayden Keesey

Midnight Muskie

Caught from shore at midnight on 4-4-17 in Lake County, Indiana.

Taken At: Winfield, Indiana

Taken On: 04/04/2017

With: Robert Peters, Jr.

Big Mudfish

Gamer & Fish Camera Corner reader submission

Fishing for bass with plastic purple worm in our retention pond. Large boil in water, then cast over boil and bowfin attacked. Once on land I attempted to remove the hook as you would a bass and suffered multiple cuts to my right had from the teeth.

Taken At: Florida

Taken On: 03/29/2017

With: Davis Spencer Earnhardt

First-Timer

First time deer hunting Brad shot this nice buck on the first day of season.

Taken At: Northeast Nebraska

Taken On: 11/12/2016

With: Brad Irlmeier

First 10-Pounder

My first 10 lb bass. Caught at a private pond.

Taken At: Vilonia, Ark.

Taken On: 03/18/2016

With: Roger Weaver

"Cyclone Deer"

Buck shot during bow season after tornado had gone through timber in spring. This is why he was named Cyclone!

Taken At: McDonough County, Ill.

Taken On: 11/05/2016

With: Dean Curley

Big Tom

Opening day 2017 turkey season 23 lbs 11 inch beard and 1 1/4 inch spurs

Taken At: Hurt, Va.

Taken On: 04/08/2017

With: Randy Keatts

Gearin' Up

Fishing

Gearin' Up

Fishing doesn't have to be complicated to be rewarding. Sometimes, all it takes is a rod, a few trusted essentials, and the gentle flow of a river. Join Drew Warden of Game & Fish as he sets out for a peaceful day of trout fishing. Drew walks us through the gear he brings and the quiet thrill of casting into the current. It's a reminder that the best moments outdoors are often the simplest.

Fishing

Riggin' Up

Fishing

Riggin' Up

Success starts with the setup. Join Drew Warden of Game & Fish as he walks through the fundamentals of getting your reel ready—from properly spooling fresh line to tying two of the most reliable knots in fishing: the double uni and the improved clinch. These techniques are must-knows for a smoother day on the water.

Fishing

Spinnin' & Floatin'

Fishing

Spinnin' & Floatin'

When trout are holding in deeper pools or slower-moving water, a float and spinner combo can be just the ticket. In this segment, Drew Warden of Game & Fish walks through how to rig up these versatile setups. Whether you're drifting through a mountain stream or casting into a quiet eddy, these two rigs offer the perfect blend of flash and finesse to tempt even the wariest trout.

Fishing

Cookin' a Catch

Fishing

Cookin' a Catch

There's nothing quite like the reward of cooking a fish you caught yourself. In this segment, Drew Warden of Game & Fish takes you from the water's edge to the campfire, showing how to clean and cook a fresh trout with simple, flavorful techniques. It's rustic, satisfying, and a perfect way to end a day on the water.

Hunting

Allen Hunt 1

Hunting

Allen Hunt 1

Join Thomas Allen as he embarks on the final leg of the Sea to Sea Turkey Slam, chasing the elusive Eastern wild turkey. This hunt is made even more special as he's joined by his daughter, Taylor, creating unforgettable memories in the field. Will this father-daughter team complete the slam and tag the final bird in the series?

Hunting

Allen Hunt 2

Hunting

Allen Hunt 2

With just a few hours left in the day, Thomas Allen and his daughter, Taylor, are in a race against the clock. They're after the elusive Eastern wild turkey—the final bird in the Sea to Sea Turkey Slam. Can they pull it off before the sun sets?

Hunting

Cooking

Hunting

Cooking

David Draper returns from a successful turkey hunt and heads to the kitchen to craft a delicious, field-to-table meal. Join him as he prepares a savory Turkey Parmesan, showcasing the journey from harvest to plate.

Hunting

Draper Hunt 1

Hunting

Draper Hunt 1

David Draper continues the pursuit of the Sea to Sea Turkey Slam with the third subspecies, the Merriam's wild turkey. Set against a backdrop of iconic rock formations and rich frontier history, Draper navigates challenging landscapes in search of this elusive bird